Optimal Pitching Configurations for MLB The Show 25

While hitting is often the highlight of *MLB The Show 25*, pitching is equally crucial to your success on the field. Mastering pitch location can be challenging, but with the right settings, you can dominate from the mound. Here are the optimal pitching settings to elevate your game in *MLB The Show 25*.

Best Settings for Pitching in MLB The Show 25

Unlike the myriad of hitting options, pitching settings in *MLB The Show 25* are straightforward yet impactful. Mastering these can mean the difference between a disastrous first inning and a no-hitter into the seventh.

Pitching Interface

As with previous *MLB The Show* titles, Pinpoint remains the top choice for pitching interface in *MLB The Show 25*. This setting allows you to take full control of your pitches by drawing specific lines for each type. The accuracy of your pitch depends on how well you draw these lines. While mastering Pinpoint can be time-consuming due to its strictness on errors, once you get the hang of it, you'll be able to place pitches precisely on the edges of the strike zone.

Other pitching settings in *MLB The Show 25* are less critical than the Pitching Interface, so feel free to experiment. However, keeping the Pitching Ball Marker on is advisable to help maintain focus on pitch location.

Pitching View

If you've followed The Escapist's guide on hitting settings, you'll recognize Strike Zone 2 as the best Hitting View. This view is equally effective for pitching, offering an up-close perspective of the batter that simplifies pitch location. With minimal room for error, Strike Zone 2 helps you target the spots that make hitters uncomfortable, leveraging your familiarity from hitting.

These are the best pitching settings to enhance your performance in *MLB The Show 25*. With these adjustments, you'll be well on your way to mastering the art of pitching.

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