While hitting might steal the spotlight in *MLB The Show 25*, pitching is equally crucial for dominating the game. Mastering pitch location can be challenging, but with the right settings, you can take control on the mound. Here are the best pitching settings to help you excel in *MLB The Show 25*.
Best Settings for Pitching in MLB The Show 25
Unlike the myriad options for hitting, pitching settings in *MLB The Show 25* are straightforward yet impactful. Fine-tuning these settings can mean the difference between a disastrous first inning or a no-hitter into the seventh.
Pitching Interface
| Best Pitching Interface in MLB The Show 25 |
| Pinpoint |
Consistently recommended across *MLB The Show* titles, Pinpoint remains the top choice for pitching interface in *MLB The Show 25*. This setting puts you in full control, requiring you to draw specific lines for each pitch type. The accuracy of your pitch hinges on how well you trace these lines. While mastering Pinpoint can be daunting due to its strictness, once you get the hang of it, placing pitches precisely becomes second nature.
Feel free to experiment with other pitching settings, but keeping the Pitching Ball Marker on is advisable to maintain focus on pitch location.
Pitching View
| Best Pitching View in MLB The Show 25 |
| Strike Zone 2 |
If you've read The Escapist's guide on hitting settings, you'll recognize Strike Zone 2 as the optimal view for hitting. This view remains the best choice for pitching as well, offering an up-close perspective of the batter that enhances pitch location precision. With minimal room for error, Strike Zone 2 allows you to target those spots that make hitters uncomfortable, leveraging your familiarity from hitting.
These are the optimal pitching settings for *MLB The Show 25*, designed to help you dominate on the mound.
*MLB The Show 25 is now available in Early Access on PlayStation 5 and Xbox Series X|S.*
