wilts Posted April 22, 2008 Share Posted April 22, 2008 This sounds like another great addition, thank you Adam. Just 1 question though, which I am sure a few will think of, but to be honest, I am not too bothered about. Will B shows be able to be assigned to brands, such as shows are now? Thanks. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Self Posted April 22, 2008 Share Posted April 22, 2008 I really didn't think he was going to put 'B' shows in, but I'm glad he did. I usually keep the bare minimum in terms of roster, but I always have slightly too many guys I want to use. A nice 30 minute B show would rock hard. Top draw. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest The Aussie Posted April 22, 2008 Share Posted April 22, 2008 Nifty addition although I myself thought it was likely to be put in Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jonfun Posted April 22, 2008 Share Posted April 22, 2008 Brilliant I really wanted B shows. Just wish AI would also put in the effort. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
gazwefc83 Posted April 22, 2008 Share Posted April 22, 2008 great addition im playing a 1989 mod and struggling to give the likes of Blue Blazer, Koko B Ware, Greg Valentine, Dino Bravo etc some decent tv time and alot never want to re-sign. The more a read about TEW2008 makes 2007 seem like a beta version Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Irish Wolf Posted April 22, 2008 Share Posted April 22, 2008 I never used B shows when they were available in 2004 but a lot of people wanted them so I suppose its good they came back. The only thing I can see happening now is that even more people will be asking for an autobooker (a feature I am totally agaisnt) If you think people had a hard time booking the three brand shows for WWE now add two (?) B shows and it's going to drive people nuts. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
gazwefc83 Posted April 22, 2008 Share Posted April 22, 2008 its just an added option though isnt it if people dont want to use it they dont have to personal i will run 1 B show and 1 or 2 normal shows Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mvargus Posted April 22, 2008 Share Posted April 22, 2008 Interesting new option with the "B" shows. Definitely more for those that like to book the WWE level promotions though. i usually like to take over a smaller promotion like CZCW or UCR, or to create a new promotion and start from the bottom so I doubt I'll be running too many of these. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
cappyboy Posted April 22, 2008 Share Posted April 22, 2008 [QUOTE=Apupunchau@optonline;409667]I never used B shows when they were available in 2004 but a lot of people wanted them so I suppose its good they came back. The only thing I can see happening now is that even more people will be asking for an autobooker (a feature I am totally agaisnt) If you think people had a hard time booking the three brand shows for WWE now add two (?) B shows and it's going to drive people nuts.[/QUOTE] Except Apu, I don't really visualize too many people try to run the complete slate like that. I could visualize people dropping brand spilts to focus more on the B shows or sticking to the modern format and foregoing the B shows. Maybe a two brand split and a B. Plus with some of the previously announced features on the booking night end, I would imagine booking a long show will feel less of a slog in 08 than it can now. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
tom_wk Posted April 22, 2008 Share Posted April 22, 2008 [QUOTE=Self;409659]I really didn't think he was going to put 'B' shows in[/QUOTE] Ditto, a lot of people seem to be wanting them though, and its not like it detracts anything from the game for those who didn't want it so I'm glad its in too. Someone raised an interesting question though, is a show's designated level (A or B) going to affect how easy it is to get it on TV? Are networks going to favour A shows? I'd assume not as otherwise it might sort of defeat the usefulness of having a B show at all, but it does seem logical, I don't know, what do people think? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Self Posted April 22, 2008 Share Posted April 22, 2008 I assume networks would rather have a top-class 'A' show featuring the promotion's best stars, than a second rate 'B' show with Val Venis in the main event. Just good business on their part. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
tom_wk Posted April 22, 2008 Share Posted April 22, 2008 [QUOTE=cappyboy;409687]Except Apu, I don't really visualize too many people try to run the complete slate like that. I could visualize people dropping brand spilts to focus more on the B shows or sticking to the modern format and foregoing the B shows. Maybe a two brand split and a B. Plus with some of the previously announced features on the booking night end, I would imagine booking a long show will feel less of a slog in 08 than it can now.[/QUOTE] Plus the way wwe books it (although admittedly I haven't seen it recently), ECW can get its scrawny ass set to a B show straight away... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
gazwefc83 Posted April 22, 2008 Share Posted April 22, 2008 i'd think that 'B' shows would be more likely on smaller TV networks, this is just how i think it would work (small shows small networks, big shows big networks) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Irish Wolf Posted April 22, 2008 Share Posted April 22, 2008 [QUOTE=cappyboy;409687]Except Apu, I don't really visualize too many people try to run the complete slate like that. I could visualize people dropping brand spilts to focus more on the B shows or sticking to the modern format and foregoing the B shows. Maybe a two brand split and a B. Plus with some of the previously announced features on the booking night end, I would imagine booking a long show will feel less of a slog in 08 than it can now.[/QUOTE] I think that they will. If you look at half the requests that are made for additions it's to be able to run WWE exactly as it is now. People wanted B shows so they could run heat and velocity. And the autobooker request is because people want to operate a full schedule of WWE without having to book everything. Now not only do these same people who were complaining about booking three brands have two B shows to contend with I would think that their "need" or "want" for an autoboker would be heightened even more. Again personally I probably won't use B shows and I hate the idea of an autobooker I'm just seeing this lead to even more dicussion about it. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mistaken Posted April 22, 2008 Share Posted April 22, 2008 is it me or does this seem like it might let you "run" your own development territory? take your fed make a brand split, get your new brand some minor tv time then run your "B" show to improve your talent with out having it affect your main roster. almost your own development fed. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Twilight Posted April 22, 2008 Share Posted April 22, 2008 I imagine B Shows will be smaller shows in less-prized timeslots, even the bigger networks use filler. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
W3LSHY Posted April 22, 2008 Share Posted April 22, 2008 Finally! My most wanted addition has come to fruition! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
djthefunkchris Posted April 22, 2008 Share Posted April 22, 2008 I really like that addition, along with the new Child Company rules, this could really help get our talent worked out before putting them on the main show. I like how it was implemented as well, no bonus or minus to overall popularity. My only question, am I getting this right? I know the worker's will progress statistically, but will they be able to earn some overness as well? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Frederick Bear Posted April 22, 2008 Share Posted April 22, 2008 Okay that's it, this game is a must buy now. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Moe Hunter Posted April 22, 2008 Share Posted April 22, 2008 Phenominal addition. I could finally use my lower card guys - having the TV time to do so without having to worry about the potentially horrible ratings in my promotion which at this point requires A and above not to fall in popularity. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
cappyboy Posted April 22, 2008 Share Posted April 22, 2008 [QUOTE=Apupunchau@optonline;409702]I think that they will. If you look at half the requests that are made for additions it's to be able to run WWE exactly as it is now. People wanted B shows so they could run heat and velocity. And the autobooker request is because people want to operate a full schedule of WWE without having to book everything. Now not only do these same people who were complaining about booking three brands have two B shows to contend with I would think that their "need" or "want" for an autoboker would be heightened even more. [/QUOTE] Maybe in the beginning. But if it's anywhere near as unwieldy as it would be in the current game, I don't see those efforts lasting too long. It will get frustrating for folks if that's the case. And yes I could see some push for an autobooker in those early throes. But as folks get more and more comfortable with their limits, I would expect that initial push to die down. There's always going to be the autobooker undercurrent to be sure thanks to it having been available in EWR. Plus let's not forget the difference between why people asked and the potential uses here. Sure the obvious frame of reference has been Heat and Velocity. But the DOTT players can have their syndicated B shows now. Those playing the Monday Night War era can recreate the play-on matches for lower carders like WCW use to have on Saturday Night when they first started Nitro. This is a wonderful addition with use for such a wide range of players I applaud it. Even if it does re-energize the autobooker argument for a bit, there are just too many uses it can be have to worry about that. Bravura once again, Adam. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dischord Posted April 22, 2008 Share Posted April 22, 2008 I was going to snag myself a 1 hour show for my lower card on my current game but my ratings and popularity are always solid, I didn't want to drag anything down. So now I will be able to, which is awesome. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
PunkFan84 Posted April 22, 2008 Share Posted April 22, 2008 you know the more i hear about the game the more i can't wait to buy and play, i think in the real world data mod i will be creating a new fed or taking TNA with the help of the newly returning ULTIMATE WARRIOR right to the top lol. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
James Casey Posted April 22, 2008 Share Posted April 22, 2008 Well... If there was any question that I'd even be continuing on with my '07 games after '08 comes out, I guess that scuppers it. Fantastic addition, and the only query I have is this: For companies unable to go on air with their B show, will they still be able to hold live events that are recognised as B shows? Or is it a TV only feature? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Eisen-verse Posted April 22, 2008 Share Posted April 22, 2008 Thank god for "B shows"! I've been waiting for something like this for awhile & now it's just making me "itch" for the release of this game. wow. I honestly didn't know one game could evolve this much in such a short time.... Hands down, the best TEW game on paper so far. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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