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Own your rivals. Own the show. Welcome to MLB The Show 21.

Genres & Tags

Play Modes

Local Multi-Player Play with friends in the same physical space using split-screen or multiple screens
2-Players Play with one other player, either online or locally, in a cooperative or competitive game mode
Multi-Player Compete or cooperate with other players online
Single-Player Play through the game's story or campaign solo
Split Screen Play with multiple players on the same screen, often with divided or shared screen real estate

MLB The Show 21 screenshot

MLB The Show 21 screenshot

MLB The Show 21 screenshot

MLB The Show 21 screenshot

MLB The Show 21 screenshot

73%

Audience ScoreBased on 18 reviews

graphics2 positive mentions

optimization3 negative mentions

Exciting to finally have MLB The Show available on Xbox, fulfilling a long-awaited desire for Xbox owners.
Outstanding graphics and realistic gameplay enhance the overall experience, making it the best baseball game for many players.
New features like Pinpoint Pitching and a robust Diamond Dynasty mode add depth and variety to the gameplay.

Severe server issues and glitches make the game borderline unplayable, leading to frequent crashes and lost progress.
Baserunning and fielding controls are clunky, and hitting mechanics feel predictable and frustrating.
Missing features and slow progression in modes like Road to the Show disappoint many players, along with the push towards microtransactions.

graphics
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The graphics are consistently praised for their outstanding realism and quality, with many users expressing admiration for the game's visual presentation. Overall, the visuals contribute significantly to the immersive experience.
- “Outstanding graphics; so realistic and terrific!”
- “The graphics are amazing; I love it.”
optimization
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
300%
The optimization of the latest release has been widely criticized, with users reporting significantly worse performance compared to previous versions, leading to a consensus that it is a major disappointment.
- “I play regularly, and I thought I encountered the worst performance in MLB 17, but this release is a complete disaster.”
- “The optimization in this game is abysmal; I experience constant frame drops and stuttering.”
- “It's frustrating to see such poor optimization when the potential for this game is so high.”
gameplay
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
300%
The gameplay is highlighted by improved fielding mechanics, contributing to the series' reputation for consistently excellent gameplay.
- “The improved fielding adds to the series' consistently excellent gameplay.”
- “The controls are intuitive and responsive, making every action feel satisfying.”
- “The variety of gameplay modes keeps the experience fresh and engaging.”
monetization
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
300%
300%
Reviews indicate that the game's monetization strategy leans heavily on microtransactions, particularly through the introduction of perks that encourage players to spend more money.
- “The addition of perks encourages players to consider microtransactions without feeling forced.”
- “I appreciate that the monetization system offers fair options for players who want to enhance their experience.”
- “The game strikes a good balance with its monetization, allowing players to enjoy content without excessive spending.”
- “The addition of perks pushes players towards microtransactions.”
- “The monetization system feels overly aggressive and detracts from the overall experience.”
- “It's frustrating how much the game encourages spending real money to enjoy basic features.”

81%Critics’ scoreBased on 7 critic reviews

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