As spring rolls around, baseball fans eagerly await the return of the sport and the release of another exciting video game from San Diego Studio. *MLB The Show 25* promises to deliver an immersive experience, but mastering the art of hitting requires fine-tuning your settings. Here's a detailed guide to the best hitting settings for *MLB The Show 25* to help you make solid contact and improve your game.
Best Settings for Hitting in MLB The Show 25
Once you've booted up *MLB The Show 25* and completed the initial setup, dive straight into the settings menu. With a plethora of options available, customizing your hitting settings can seem daunting. Fear not, as we at The Escapist are here to guide you through setting up your optimal hitting experience.
Hitting Interface
| Best Hitting Interface in MLB The Show 25 |
| Zone |
Consistent with previous iterations, the Zone hitting interface remains the top choice for *MLB The Show 25*. This setting offers unparalleled control, allowing you to maneuver the Plate Coverage Indicator (PCI) freely within the batter's box. While it might be intimidating to rely solely on your PCI placement, the payoff is immense when you capitalize on that perfectly hung curveball.
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 subjective, but the configuration listed above is designed to simplify your hitting experience. By setting the PCI Center to Bat, you can visualize where the ball will make contact, aiming for the sweet spot on the barrel. With practice, this becomes second nature, akin to catching a routine pop-up.
Adjust the PCI Color and Opacity based on the game's time of day. Yellow works well during day games, but consider switching to Blue or Green for better visibility during night games.
Feel free to experiment with the new PCI Anchor settings, which allow adjustments based on the batter and pitcher. While The Escapist didn't find significant changes, it's worth testing to see if it enhances your performance.
Camera Settings
| Best Hitting View in MLB The Show 25 |
| Strike Zone 2 |
While mastering the PCI is crucial, the hitting view plays an equally important role. A camera set too far back can distract you from the action. Strike Zone 2 offers the perfect balance, immersing you in the heart of the action as the ball comes hurtling toward you.
With these optimized hitting settings, you'll be well on your way to dominating at the plate in *MLB The Show 25*.
*MLB The Show 25 is now available in Early Access on PlayStation 5 and Xbox Series X|S.*
