MLB The Show 25 Features and Release Details

MLB The Show 25, marking the 20th anniversary of the series, is set to release on March 18 with new gameplay features, including the ability to start a player's career from high school, progress through college, and highlight Negro Leagues content. Cover athletes Paul Skenes, Elly De La Cruz, and Gunnar Henderson are featured in the game's promotional materials and will also appear on exclusive Topps Trading Cards available with the game's Limited Edition. Tennessee, LSU, and other college teams will be featured in the 'Road to the Show' mode, although Indiana and Purdue are not confirmed. The game will not be available on Xbox Game Pass and pre-orders for the physical edition include the trading card bonus across all platforms. Visual updates to lighting and shaders have been made, although the player models have remained consistent with previous editions. New features in the 'Diamond Dynasty' mode, such as the 'Diamond Quest,' will offer a fresh way to engage with the game.