Here’s a compilation of information about MLB The Show 24, released on March 19, 2024:
General Information:
Platforms: PlayStation 5 (PS5), PlayStation 4 (PS4), Xbox Series X/S, Xbox One, Nintendo Switch
Developer: San Diego Studio
Publisher: MLB Advanced Media & Sony Interactive Entertainment
Genre: Sports video game, Simulation video game
New Features and Improvements:
Career Mode with Female Players (Road to the Show: Women Pave Their Way): For the first time, players can create and develop a female baseball player’s career through the minor and major leagues.
Storylines Mode: This mode offers dedicated storylines based on the careers of legendary baseball figures, including Derek Jeter.
Negro Leagues Content: The Negro Leagues return to MLB The Show, featuring playable characters like Buck Leonard, Josh Gibson, Hank Aaron, and Toni Stone, with potentially more added later.
Player Faces: Improved player faces with new skin and eye shaders create a more realistic player representation, especially compared to previous iterations.
Hitting Captains: A revamped feature that grants temporary stat boosts to your entire lineup when you assign a specific player with high contact and power attributes as the Hitting Captain.
Game Modes:
Franchise Mode: Manage your favorite MLB team, draft players, make trades, and compete for championships over multiple seasons.
Diamond Dynasty: Build your ultimate baseball team by collecting cards, completing programs and missions, and competing online against other players.
Road to the Show: Create a custom baseball player and embark on a career journey through the minor leagues and Major League Baseball. (This mode now includes the option for a female player career path.)
Exhibition: Play single exhibition games with various customization options.
Home Run Derby: Challenge yourself or others to hit as many home runs as possible within a time limit. (Potential "Showdown" mode within Home Run Derby is yet to be confirmed.)
Online Play: Compete against other players in various online game modes.
Other Information:
Cross-Progression and Cross-Play: Transfer your progress and certain items between compatible platforms (PS4/PS5 and Xbox One/Series X/S). Play online matches with players on different platforms (restrictions might apply).
No PC Version: As with previous installments, there is no confirmed PC version of MLB The Show 24.
Updates and Patches: Stay updated with the latest game patches to address bugs and improve gameplay.