In a break from tradition for the series, MLB The Show 25 will not include the fan-favorite perk that’s been a staple since its inception. For years, MLB The Show, one of the most cherished sports video game franchises, has held a special place in gaming enthusiasts’ hearts. Although 2K gave The Show some stiff competition in the late 2000s and early 2010s, the publisher eventually withdrew from baseball and concentrated more on basketball, leaving MLB The Show as the undisputed ruler of MLB gaming. This shift unfortunately meant that Xbox no longer had an MLB game, effectively making PlayStation the sole home for the top-tier baseball game.
2021 marked a significant shift when MLB The Show 21 broke tradition by launching on platforms other than PlayStation for the first time in the series. Given that it’s developed by PlayStation’s San Diego Studio, this move was quite unexpected as the game had always been closely tied to PlayStation. However, MLB aimed to expand the series’ reach, and Xbox fans who had longed to play it finally got their wish, albeit with skepticism due to its strong association with PlayStation. Remarkably, an agreement seems to have been reached between MLB and PlayStation, enabling the game to be released on Xbox. Moreover, this version was a day one addition to Xbox Game Pass, meaning subscribers could access it at no additional cost upon release.
MLB The Show 25 Will Not Be on Xbox Game Pass
For several years now, this trend has persisted, but regrettably, it’s approaching its conclusion. The unveiling of MLB The Show 25 has made it clear that the game won’t be accessible on any subscription services at launch. This implies that there will be no day one release on Xbox Game Pass, and those who wish to play the game come springtime will have to buy it themselves without any additional costs. It’s disappointing for Xbox users who have grown accustomed to enjoying a top-tier sports game without extra charges, but it does ensure parity in this year’s game across all platforms.
It’s plausible that Xbox Game Pass might eventually include MLB (Major League Baseball) games, possibly around the World Series or once the current season has ended. This is more of a guess, as it depends on Xbox’s decisions regarding licensing these games for their service, which can be quite expensive. It’s also possible that they are aiming to save costs by focusing on older titles or their own exclusive games, given their recent spending spree over the last five years. However, MLB The Show might contribute significantly to Game Pass subscriptions, so Xbox could be trying to strike a balance between offering popular titles and managing costs effectively.
Despite some skepticism, many fans are optimistic that this could mean a higher quality game than typical for MLB The Show 25, as it will be the first game not released on PS4 or Xbox One since the current generation consoles were launched. Fans are speculating that this could lead to significant improvements in both content and performance across the board. There have even been rumors of major changes to Road to the Show, such as licensed colleges and playable high school baseball sections. Cross-gen releases have historically caused problems with online play and various issues, so fans believe that MLB The Show 25 may be worth the cost due to these potential improvements.
In the days ahead, it’s likely that MLB The Show 25 will provide a clearer picture of its features. Now that the cover has been unveiled, we can anticipate regular trailer releases, detailed gameplay explanations, and possibly even a beta before the game officially launches. MLB The Show 25 is scheduled to drop on March 18th, 2025, with early access for Digital Deluxe Edition owners starting four days earlier on March 14th, available on Xbox Series X|S, PS5, and Nintendo Switch.
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2025-01-29 08:11