As spring rolls in, baseball fans eagerly await the return of the season and the latest installment from San Diego Studio, *MLB The Show 25*. Packed with exciting features, this year's game promises to elevate your gaming experience, especially when it comes to hitting. To help you make the most of your time at the plate, here are the best hitting settings for *MLB The Show 25*.
Best Settings for Hitting in MLB The Show 25
Once you've launched *MLB The Show 25* and navigated through the initial setup, your next stop should be the settings menu. With a myriad of options available, customizing your hitting experience can be a bit daunting. But fear not, as The Escapist is here to guide you through the best settings to enhance your performance at the plate.
Hitting Interface
| **Best Hitting Interface in MLB The Show 25** |
| Zone |
As with previous editions of *MLB The Show*, Zone hitting remains the top choice for *MLB The Show 25*. This interface gives you the ultimate control, allowing you to maneuver your Plate Coverage Indicator (PCI) freely around the batter's box. It might feel intimidating to rely solely on your PCI placement, but mastering it can lead to spectacular hits, especially when you time that hanging curveball just right.
PCI Settings
| **Best PCI Settings in MLB The Show 25** |
| PCI Center – Bat |
| PCI Inner – None |
| PCI Outer – None |
| PCI Color – Yellow |
| PCI Opacity – 80% |
| PCI Fadeout – None |
Finding the perfect PCI settings can be highly personal, but the above recommendations aim to simplify your approach at the plate. By setting the PCI Center to Bat, you can better visualize where the ball will make contact with the bat, aiming for that sweet spot on the barrel. With enough practice, this becomes second nature, much like catching a routine pop-up.
Remember to adjust the PCI Color and Opacity based on the game's time of day. Yellow is ideal for day games, but switching to Blue or Green might help you see better during night games. Feel free to experiment with the new PCI Anchor settings, which let you customize the anchor based on the batter and pitcher, though The Escapist found minimal impact from this feature.
Camera Settings
| **Best Hitting View in MLB The Show 25** |
| Strike Zone 2 |
While mastering the PCI is crucial, selecting the right hitting view can significantly impact your performance. Positioning the camera too far away can distract you with unnecessary details, making it hard to focus on the pitcher. Strike Zone 2 offers the best perspective, placing you right in the thick of the action as the pitch comes in.
With these optimized hitting settings, you're all set to dominate in *MLB The Show 25*. Enjoy your gameplay and swing for the fences!
*MLB The Show 25 is now available in Early Access on PlayStation 5 and Xbox Series X|S.*
