After ironing out launch mlb 25 stubsbugs, MLB The Show 25 shifted into updates that enhanced gameplay depth, visual fidelity, and accessibility. Updates in April and May delivered significant changes that shaped both the look and feel of the game across key modes.

One of the biggest improvements came to the G.O.A.T. difficulty setting, which has always challenged even the most experienced players. Developers made it slightly easier by increasing the PCI size, giving players a bit more leeway when placing perfect pitches. Additionally, other adjustments made it less punishing on low or away pitch zones. Such tweaks helped make the toughest difficulty more approachable without sacrificing its challenge.

The updates also refreshed player models across the roster. Major stars like Shohei Ohtani, Jacob DeGrom, Bobby Witt Jr., Kyle Schwarber, Max Fried, and others received new facial and body models. These graphical enhancements made the presentation more immersive and lifelike, particularly for those following today’s biggest names.

Adding to this visual upgrade was a wave of new licensed equipment. Iconic bat models like B45, Chandler, Marucci, and the Victus Torpedo bat became available, giving players more customization options. On the field, new gear such as Adidas Adizero cleats, Franklin batting gloves, and a new Evoshield catcher facemask allowed for more realistic and varied appearances.

Gameplay UI also received attention. Bullpen stats now reflect complete metrics like innings pitched, ERA, WHIP, hits per nine, and strikeouts per nine. Substitution stats now include plate appearances, batting average, home runs, RBIs, and stolen bases. Presentation in these menus is more informative and polished.

Diamond Dynasty and Diamond Quest modes were not left behind. A crash when entering a conquest map was removed. During Diamond Quest, players no longer encounter duplicated moments, screen flicker issues in perk previews disappeared, and reward flows were optimized. Players now earn PXP and peanuts when facing mini‑bosses, and treasure rewards now prioritize stadium challenges. Perk duplication within the same rarity was eliminated, creating clearer progression paths.

Franchise mode also received boosts. Players now see accurate season box score stats rather than aggregated season totals when reviewing previous games. Some minor fixes include drafting correct rounds for prospects, smoothing contract extension inputs, preventing misleading rumored trade screens, and standardizing start times for certain teams’ season modes. Offseason free agent signings also reflected more accurately in March To October rosters.

Visual fidelity continued to improve mid‑summer. Player visuals, equipment, and UI elements were polished further. In Road to the Show, the issue of presenting season stats during the postseason was fixed, null screens in equipment menus were patched, and opening-scene freezes resolved. Notably, a bug where AA players jumped to AAA after a trade was corrected. Crowds now behave more naturally, and NIL offers no longer cause flash issues. In Mini Seasons, player stats became more stable, and moment checks became accurate again.

Overall, the spring and summer updates brought far more than mere bug fixes. Equipment customization expanded, toughest difficulty became more accessible, player visuals felt current, and menu systems delivered richer data. Across all modes, from franchise to Dynasty to MyPlayer, these updates polished the experience and reinforced MLB The Show 25’s dedication to post‑launch support and player feedback.