As spring ushers in the excitement of baseball season, fans eagerly anticipate the launch of *MLB The Show 25* from San Diego Studio. Promising a thrilling experience, this latest installment aims to refine the art of hitting. Here's how to optimize your hitting settings to make solid contact in *MLB The Show 25*.
Best Settings for Hitting in MLB The Show 25
Upon launching *MLB The Show 25* and navigating through the initial setup, your first stop should be the settings menu. With a plethora of options available, customizing your hitting experience can be daunting. Let The Escapist guide you through the best settings to enhance your gameplay at the plate.
Hitting Interface
| **Best Hitting Interface in MLB The Show 25** |
| Zone |
As with previous entries in the *MLB The Show* series, the Zone hitting interface remains the top choice for *MLB The Show 25*. It offers unparalleled control, allowing you to maneuver your Plate Coverage Indicator (PCI) freely within the batter's box. Mastering the placement of your PCI can be challenging, but it's incredibly rewarding when you connect with that hanging 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 |
While PCI settings are subjective, the suggested configuration above aims to simplify the hitting process. By setting the PCI center to a bat, you can better visualize where the ball will make contact. This setup focuses on hitting the barrel's sweet spot, which becomes second nature with practice.
Adjusting the PCI Color and Opacity might be necessary depending on the time of day. Yellow is effective for day games, but you might find Blue or Green more suitable for night games to enhance visibility.
Feel free to experiment with the new PCI Anchor settings, which allow for adjustments based on the batter and pitcher. While The Escapist found minimal impact, it's worth trying to see if it improves your performance.
Camera Settings
| **Best Hitting View in MLB The Show 25** |
| Strike Zone 2 |
Mastering the PCI is crucial, but choosing the right camera view is equally important. A camera positioned too far back can distract you with peripheral activity. Strike Zone 2 offers the ideal perspective, immersing you in the action and helping you concentrate on the incoming pitch.
With these optimized hitting settings, you're set to excel in *MLB The Show 25*.
*MLB The Show 25* is currently available in Early Access on PlayStation 5 and Xbox Series X|S.
