During a recent live stream event, the studio behind MLB The Show 23 revealed an extraordinary amount of new features and updates to old gameplay aspects that will have many players awaiting the arrival of the title. With the release date and MLB The Show 23's cover athlete being recently announced, the next installment in the popular baseball series feels closer than ever.
In the past few months there have been many exciting announcements about the upcoming MLB sequel that range from being multi-platform to honoring some of baseball's most important figures. It seems as though every few weeks there are new announcements that give fans a small, yet exciting, sneak peek into the game's future, but the most recent update given through an extensive live stream has revealed some of the most thrilling details to date.
The live stream that provided viewers over 30 minutes of updates gave insight into changes in gameplay aspects. There are an incredible amount of updates coming to MLB The Show 23 that many will be pleased to hear make the game more challenging than the previous installment. One of the biggest changes to help bring more realism to the game will be the update made to the Throw Accuracy Meter. Instead of the green portion of the meter remaining stagnant and providing no real challenge, the green area of the meter will move around based on a player's position on the field, creating a more urgent and challenging playing experience.
In addition to those updates there are a variety of ways the game is being revamped like new fielding animations, updated hitting, and even a ranked Co-Op mode for those who wish to win rewards while playing with friends. For those who are particularly eager to experience the new additions to MLB, there is a tech test available for free download on the Playstation Store, Xbox Marketplace, and Nintendo Switch Online from February 15 until February 21.
The clock for the MLB The Show 23 release date is ticking fast, and the current tech test is a great way to let a variety of different gamers have the opportunity to experience the new gameplay components and provide the studio with useful feedback. Tech tests like these can help studios create an even better gaming experience. There is just a little over a month left until the game is officially released for the public, and right now is a great opportunity to get an early look at what the game has to offer.
MLB The Show 23 releases March 28 on PS4, PS5, Switch, Xbox One, and Xbox Series X/S.
Source: The Show