I’ve played baseball video games since MLB Pennant Race on the PlayStation 1, and I’ve been covering sports titles for nearly two decades. Baseball was my first love, and no... moreI’ve played baseball video games since MLB Pennant Race on the PlayStation 1, and I’ve been covering sports titles for nearly two decades. Baseball was my first love, and no game has captured its rhythm and authenticity like MLB The Show 25. The gameplay still hits—pitch/bat battles feel honest, the ball physics make sense, and the ebb and flow of the sport is beautifully intact on MLB The Show 26 Stubs.Visually, there’s still room to climb, but The Show 25 stands on one of the strongest foundations in sports gaming. That’s why I believe MLB The Show 26 has the potential to elevate from steady to special. Below are ten key changes that would make it happen.Franchise & Creation Suite: History, Control, and Customization1. Bring Back Carryover Saves & Carryover RostersFranchise mode is the soul of The Show—and it always has been. The removal of carryover saves and rosters was a gut punch to long-term players and the creator community. If technical constraints prevent direct carryovers, the... less
