As spring ushers in the return of baseball, it also brings the latest installment from San Diego Studio: *MLB The Show 25*. This year's game promises a lot, but mastering the art of hitting will still require some fine-tuning. Here's a guide to the best hitting settings for *MLB The Show 25* to help you make solid contact and boost your performance at the plate.
Best Settings for Hitting in MLB The Show 25
Once you've launched *MLB The Show 25* and navigated through the initial setup, dive into the settings menu. With a plethora of options available, customizing your hitting experience can be daunting. Let The Escapist guide you through the essentials to optimize your gameplay.
Hitting Interface
| **Best Hitting Interface in MLB The Show 25** |
| Zone |
Consistent with previous iterations of *MLB The Show*, 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. While it might be intimidating to rely on your PCI placement, mastering it can lead to rewarding hits, especially when you capitalize on those hanging curveballs.
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 can be highly personal, the above recommendations aim to simplify the hitting process. By setting the PCI Center to Bat, you can better visualize where the ball will make contact, aiming for that sweet spot on the barrel. With practice, this visualization becomes second nature.
Adjust the PCI Color and Opacity based on the game's lighting conditions. Yellow works well for day games, but consider switching to Blue or Green for night games to enhance visibility. Additionally, feel free to experiment with the new PCI Anchor settings, which allow you to adjust the anchor point based on the batter and pitcher. While The Escapist found minimal impact, it might make a difference for you.
Camera Settings
| **Best Hitting View in MLB The Show 25** |
| Strike Zone 2 |
While mastering the PCI is crucial, selecting the right hitting view is equally important. A camera positioned too far back can distract you with peripheral details, making it hard to focus on the pitcher. Strike Zone 2 offers the ideal perspective, placing you right in the heart of the action as the ball approaches.
With these optimized hitting settings, you're well on your way to dominating at the plate in *MLB The Show 25*.
*MLB The Show 25* is currently available in Early Access on PlayStation 5 and Xbox Series X|S.
