MLB The Show 25 Early Impressions

[ninertravel]

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No in game player portraits???? What the heck?

Probably a good thing unless they ever work out when a player is traded to keep the cap . I always have them off for consistency

[agentlaw13]

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No way to adjust batting cam. Used to be just push square to edit and adjust, but now its just cycling through default cams

Scroll through the default cams until you get to the Custom cam options, then you hit square to edit. Just did it in my game

[DarthRambo]

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Going through the settings. Does not appear you can turn off the circle for manual throw/auto fielding. It's either team color or the old default blue.

I came across this Decision timer for manager mode. 2, 4, 6 seconds, or off are the options. MoM players might be happy to see something new for them. I'm going to have to test that out and see what it does because it is interesting.

I also noticed we can now turn off the confidence and energy bars separately without having to turn off the entire pitch selection. This is one of those quality of life things that may be overlooked.

[The Kid 24]

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Doesnt look like any new equipment was added… Big bummer.


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[MiracleMet718]

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Doesnt look like any new equipment was added… Big bummer.


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As I mentioned, last year they added it after the actual release date. For whatever reason it didn’t go in during Early Release. I assume it’ll be the same this year.

[MiracleMet718]

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I don’t see one new prop in the stadium creator. If we spend $99.99 for early access you’d think there’d be something.

I play one game…The Show….big fan picked up the PRO as they initially said “enhanced for the PRO” then withdrew that. Got a really good 4k tv and I’ll be danged if I see a bit of difference.

Packing it in for the night.

To be fair, they never said stadium creator was touched.

[The Kid 24]

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As I mentioned, last year they added it after the actual release date. For whatever reason it didn’t go in during Early Release. I assume it’ll be the same this year.

Oh really? Guess I don’t remember that.


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[JWDixon120]

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Oakland Coliseum appears to be completely removed from the game.


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[KnightTemplar]

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To be fair, they never said stadium creator was touched.

To be fair…they should have done something with it.

[MiracleMet718]

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To be fair…they should have done something with it.

I agree, but we purchased with the knowledge that nothing might be touched. That’s all I’m saying. There’s a lot more they need to do with Stadium Creator and it’s been untouched since the second year they added it.

[invincible]

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GOAT pinpoint pitching is not harder.. super disappointing first impression

Disagree. I only pitched three innings with Max Fried against the angels, but the cpu offense definitely has a bit more pop and don't seem to strike out as easily.

Again, this is very early and based on only a few innings of pitching.

Goat pitch speed definitely seems faster and if your cursor isn't touching the ball at all, you're swinging and missing, no cheap fouls with the cursor not touching the ball.

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[MiracleMet718]

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1) Spring Training AND Home BP hats are in. BP jerseys have been removed (finally)

2) For Stadium Selection, you can now choose between:
-The Show Network, Regional Network of either Home or Away Team, and MILB
-The Show Network allows for different eras

3) Lightning is way improved. Last year looked solid, but the signs are finally lit up in the stadiums so they stand out instead of not being noticeable at night

4) The dirt getting dug up when you slide is really cool, especially when sliding head first into 3rd or home

I know I’ll have my gripes with this game shortly, but so far I’m enjoying it and it looks really nice.

[KnightTemplar]

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I agree, but we purchased with the knowledge that nothing might be touched. That’s all I’m saying. There’s a lot more they need to do with Stadium Creator and it’s been untouched since the second year they added it.

Not to be smart, as I’m a big show fan, are you going to set me straight with my initial “impressions”. There’s a ton of stadium creators here. With zero updates the thing is dead. There is nothing new that can be done.

[baseballguy99]

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Disagree. I only pitched three innings with Max Fried against the angels, but the cpu offense definitely has a bit more pop and don't seem to strike out as easily.

Again, this is very early and based on only a few innings of pitching.

Goat pitch speed definitely seems faster and if your cursor isn't touching the ball at all, you're swinging and missing, no cheap fouls with the cursor not touching the ball.

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I’ve pitching a shutout immediately into the 8th inning with Rodon striking out 11 batters on GOAT default pinpoint. They are no better than last year IMO, still chase badly

[KingOfLanglade]

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Played a couple games and sifted through the rosters stadiums and jerseys.

+ the jerseys look TRULY incredible. Great work SDS. The stirrups and socks and updated low pants are perfect
+spring training hats are in
+looks like patches and alternates are up to date
+stadiums that got updates seem to have them in game
-I couldn’t spot much for new equipment at all but that has came in batches in recent titles so I’m hopeful
-front jersey numbers seem a bit low again. Especially noticeable on Mets alternate 2s that are pullovers this spring
-now that the actual jerseys got love it’s time to update the undershirts and sleeves. The painted on long sleeves stick out like a sore thumb now.

I was in love with the couple games I played. Stadiums seemed alive and almost over amped as plays happened. Loved it. Was really cool to hit a no-doubter with Elly and see him point to the bullpen as he rounded second base. A little thing but enjoyed the celebration at home had both guys run to the dugout and not walk.. the Show has always had too much walking for my taste. Players almost ALWAYS jog back to the dugout after homers and runs scored.

The presentation I really liked. I’m actually a fan of the new no doubt home run presentation and I consider myself a 30 team control franchise sim nut. I don’t think we are too far from something like that in the future anyway so I embrace it. Otherwise the lineup swipes and general package I enjoy. I don’t play with commentary on so can’t give that a grade. With the updated grass/dirt/ jerseys and stadium walls etc the game is an absolute masterpiece to my eyes.

I play on a ps5 pro and 27 inch 4k HDR LG ultragrear at my desk. Legendary classic for pitching and legendary directional for hitting with pitch speed at 8/7 respectively for sliders.

Excited to dive into franchise tomorrow but I haven’t went to bed this excited about the show on launch night in a LONG time.