Optimal Hitting Configurations for MLB The Show 25

As spring blooms, so does the excitement for baseball and the latest installment from San Diego Studio, *MLB The Show 25*. With high expectations set for the game, mastering the art of hitting is crucial for players looking to dominate at the plate. Here’s a guide to the best hitting settings to help you make solid contact in *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 first stop should be the settings menu. With a plethora of options available, customizing your hitting experience can be daunting. The Escapist is here to guide you through the best settings to get you started.

Hitting Interface

Continuing the tradition of its predecessors, *MLB The Show 25* favors the Zone hitting interface as the top choice for 2025. This setting provides the utmost control, allowing you to maneuver your PCI (Plate Coverage Indicator) freely within the strike zone. While it might seem daunting to rely solely on your PCI placement, mastering this can lead to powerful hits, especially when you capitalize on those hanging curveballs.

PCI Settings

Finding the perfect PCI settings can be subjective, but the above configuration simplifies the hitting process. Using a bat-shaped PCI helps visualize where the ball will make contact, aiming for that sweet spot on the barrel. With practice, hitting becomes as intuitive as catching a routine pop-up.

Adjust the Color and Opacity settings based on the game's lighting. Yellow works well for day games, but switching to Blue or Green can enhance 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 found minimal impact, personalizing this setting might give you an edge.

Camera Settings

While mastering the PCI is vital, selecting the right hitting view is equally important. A camera positioned too far back can distract you from the pitcher's movements. Strike Zone 2 offers the ideal perspective, placing you right in the thick of the action as the ball approaches.

These are the recommended hitting settings to maximize your performance in *MLB The Show 25*. Adjust and refine them to suit your playing style and start crushing those pitches.

*MLB The Show 25 is now available in Early Access on PlayStation 5 and Xbox Series X|S.*