Skip to main content

MLB The Show 23

A respectable sophomore season after a surprisingly great rookie campaign.
MLB The Show 23 Game Cover
73%Game Brain Score
gameplay, story
music, stability
100% User Score Based on 5 reviews
Critic Score 80%Based on 28 reviews

Platforms

Nintendo SwitchXbox Series X|SPCPlaystation 5Playstation 4Xbox OneXboxPlayStation
View Game
MLB The Show 23 Game Cover

About

MLB The Show 23 is a single player and multiplayer sport game. It was developed by SIE San Diego Studio and was released on March 24, 2023. It received mostly positive reviews from critics and overwhelmingly positive reviews from players.

"MLB The Show 23" is a sports game that offers a single-player experience, bringing you closer to baseball with improved gameplay and commentary. The game features expanded Storylines in partnership with the Negro Leagues Baseball Museum, showcasing legends like Jackie Robinson and Satchel Paige. Diamond Dynasty mode provides new ways to earn and develop your own dream team. Overall, it's a must-play for baseball fans and gamers alike.

Genres & Tags
Play Modes
MLB The Show 23 screenshot
MLB The Show 23 screenshot
MLB The Show 23 screenshot
MLB The Show 23 screenshot
MLB The Show 23 screenshot
MLB The Show 23 screenshot
Skip User Reviews

100%
Audience ScoreBased on 5 reviews
gameplay8 positive mentions
stability3 negative mentions
  • The new Negro Leagues Storylines mode is a brilliant addition, providing an educational and engaging experience.
  • Graphics and gameplay have improved significantly, making it one of the best baseball simulations available.
  • The game offers a variety of modes and features, including revamped Diamond Dynasty and Franchise mechanics, keeping players invested.
  • Road to the Show feels stagnant and lacks new features compared to previous iterations.
  • Some gameplay mechanics have not changed much, leading to a sense of repetition.
  • There are minor issues with commentary and music utilization, which detract from the overall experience.
  • gameplay
    17 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The gameplay in MLB The Show 23 is generally praised for its solid mechanics and engaging modes, particularly the new storylines and improvements to Diamond Dynasty, which enhance the overall experience. However, some players feel that core gameplay has not significantly evolved, with certain modes like Road to the Show feeling stagnant. While the graphics and presentation have received updates, there are concerns about a lack of innovation in gameplay features.

    • “The gameplay is fantastic across all phases of the sport, and the line-up of modes has been improved thanks to the addition of storylines.”
    • “MLB The Show 23 is a superb title that has a great balance of enjoyable gameplay, well-researched and deeply educational story elements.”
    • “Core gameplay is as solid as ever, storylines mode is an inspired addition, satisfying new scouting/draft mechanics, tons to keep you busy overall.”
    • “A lack of innovation when it comes to core gameplay keeps this year’s title from being a true home run, but it’s at least a strong double.”
    • “Gameplay hasn’t changed much; Road to the Show is stagnant.”
    • “No major additions to existing gameplay modes; omission of pitch clock.”
  • story
    15 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The story aspect of MLB The Show 23 is highlighted by the introduction of the "storylines" mode, which focuses on the Negro Leagues and offers an educational and engaging experience that reflects an important era in sports and American culture. This new feature, along with improvements to existing modes, has been praised as a significant enhancement to the overall gameplay, making it a standout addition to the franchise. Players appreciate the depth and variety brought by these storylines, which enrich the game's narrative experience.

    • “The Negro Leagues storyline shines bright as the best addition we’ve seen in the series.”
    • “MLB The Show 23 is a superb title that has a great balance of enjoyable gameplay, well-researched and deeply educational story elements.”
    • “Mlb the show 23 is a superb title that has a great balance of enjoyable gameplay, well-researched and deeply educational story elements.”
    • “San Diego Studios brings the Negro Leagues to the forefront with their brand-new storylines mode, detailing the journey of eight different greats from that era, including Leroy 'Satchel' Paige, Jackie Robinson, Andrew 'Rube' Foster, Hilton Smith, Hank Thompson, John Donaldson, Martin Dihigo, and John Jordan 'Buck' O'Neil.”
    • “Mlb the show 23 doesn’t revolutionize its core gameplay mechanics, but the new storylines mode and Diamond Dynasty features really hit the ball out of the park.”
  • graphics
    8 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    Overall, the graphics in the game are praised for their continuous improvement, with many users highlighting stunning visuals and a high level of detail, particularly in modes like the Negro Leagues. However, some players feel that certain aspects, such as the graphics in the Switch port, show signs of aging and experience performance issues, leading to a less fluid gameplay experience compared to other platforms.

    • “Love how every year the graphics keep getting better and better.”
    • “Great graphics and gameplay.”
    • “Stunning graphics look better than ever, the most responsive and consistent gameplay to date.”
    • “Meanwhile, rebalanced fielding and batter/pitcher matchups add more tension to the gameplay, but the graphics are starting to look stale and Road to the Show feels like it’s almost been abandoned at this point.”
    • “In terms of this Switch port, presentation is perfectly acceptable, with the expected graphical downgrades made, but the frame rate can still be troublesome in places, making for play that feels sluggish in comparison to other platforms.”
  • music
    3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The music in the game has received mixed reviews; while some players appreciate the great playlist and its integration into various modes, others feel it isn't always utilized effectively. Overall, the soundtrack contributes positively to the gaming experience, enhancing the immersive qualities of the gameplay.

    • “The music playlist is great and enhances the overall experience.”
    • “The soundtrack adds a lot to the game, making it more immersive.”
    • “The return of team affinity and the improved music selection really elevate the gameplay.”
    • “The music isn’t always utilized properly, which detracts from the overall experience.”
    • “The soundtrack feels disjointed and doesn't match the game's atmosphere.”
    • “There are minor commentary issues that affect the immersion of the music.”
  • stability
    1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    Overall, users report that the game experiences a few bugs and glitches, indicating that while stability is generally acceptable, there are occasional issues that may affect gameplay.

    • “There are a few bugs and glitches that disrupt the gameplay experience.”
    • “The game crashes frequently, making it hard to enjoy.”
    • “I encountered several stability issues that affected my overall enjoyment.”
Skip Critic Reviews

80%Critics’ scoreBased on 28 critic reviews
Skip Videos

Videos

Skip Games Like MLB The Show 23

Games Like MLB The Show 23

MLB The Show 24 ImageMLB The Show 24 ImageMLB The Show 24 Image
85%90reviews

MLB The Show 24

2024Sport
Nintendo SwitchXbox Series X|SXbox Game Pass+7
Out of the Park Baseball 20 Image
93%1.7kreviews

Out of the Park Baseball 20

2019Sport
LinuxPCMac OS+1
Out of the Park Baseball 21 Image
92%2.8kreviews

Out of the Park Baseball 21

2020Sport
LinuxPCMac OS+2
Out of the Park Baseball 25 Image
86%1kreviews

Out of the Park Baseball 25

2024Sport
LinuxPCMac OS+1
Out of the Park Baseball 24 Image
82%665reviews

Out of the Park Baseball 24

2023Sport
LinuxPCMac OS+1
More games like MLB The Show 23
Skip FAQs

Frequently Asked Questions

MLB The Show 23 is a sport game.

MLB The Show 23 is available on Nintendo Switch, Xbox Series X|S, PC, PlayStation 5 and others.

MLB The Show 23 was released on March 24, 2023.

MLB The Show 23 was developed by SIE San Diego Studio.

MLB The Show 23 has received mostly positive reviews from players and mostly positive reviews from critics. Most players liked this game for its gameplay but disliked it for its music.

MLB The Show 23 is a single player game with multiplayer and local co-op support.

Similar games include MLB The Show 24, Out of the Park Baseball 20, Out of the Park Baseball 21, Out of the Park Baseball 25, Out of the Park Baseball 24 and others.