1. Best Overall Settings for MLB The Show 25 Stubs Competitive Play

Optimized settings can dramatically improve performance. Here’s what pro-level players use in MLB The Show 25:

Hitting Settings

Interface: Zone Hitting (max PCI control)

PCI Anchor: On (for accurate inside/outside coverage)

Camera: Strike Zone 2 or Strike Zone High (better visibility for fastballs and breaking balls)

Swing Input Feedback: On

Vibration: Off (eliminates timing disruption)

Tip: Keep PCI centered until the pitch begins to break for maximum accuracy.

Pitching Settings

Interface: Pure Analog or Pinpoint (for maximum control)

Pitch Confidence Feedback: On

Pitch Selection Assist: Off for skilled players

Camera: Overhead or Batter Eye View (depending on your comfort)

Tip: Master pitch tunneling and sequencing to exploit batter weaknesses.

Fielding Settings

Assisted Fielding: On for beginners, Manual for advanced play

Camera: Standard or Broadcast (for better perspective on defensive positioning)

Throw Assistance: Full (beginners) or Manual for pro-level control

Tip: Learning Manual throws with accurate joystick placement saves crucial outs in MLB Stubs for sale high-level play.