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MLB 13: The Show
MLB 13: The ShowExperience Major League Baseball like never before.
MLB The Show 16
MLB The Show 16Experience authentic baseball action with deep strategy and lifelike detail.
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Step into the world of Major League Baseball with unparalleled realism and emotion. MLB 13: The Show captures every detail of the sport, from the crack of the bat to the roar of the crowd, delivering an immersive baseball experience on PlayStation 3. Take control of your career in Road To The Show, build your ultimate team in Diamond Dynasty, or manage an entire franchise with deep simulation features. Every swing, pitch, and game‑changing moment feels authentic, making you feel like you’re truly on the diamond.

MLB The Show 16 continues Sony's acclaimed slugger series in triumphant fashion, capturing the tension of every strikeout and the glory of a grand slam. Players dive into a richly detailed baseball simulation where realistic mechanics like pitcher fatigue and team morale directly influence your season's success. Featuring an impressively multifaceted yet accessible scouting process alongside robust single-player and multiplayer modes, it delivers the definitive baseball experience on PlayStation consoles for fans of the sport and simulation enthusiasts alike.

Pricing
Paid (One-time)
Paid (One-time)
Category
Team Sports
Team Sports
Best for
Baseball fans and simulation gamers
Baseball fans and sports gamers
Specifications
General
msrp
$59.99
$59.99
release date
2013-03-05
2016-03-29
Specifications
developer
SCE San Diego Studio
SCE San Diego Studio
publisher
Sony Computer Entertainment
Sony Computer Entertainment
age rating
ESRB E
PEGI 3, ESRB E
multiplayer
Single player, Multiplayer, Split screen
Single player, Multiplayer
critic score
84/100
85/100+1%
Pros & Cons
Pros
  • Stunning realism and detail
  • Deep and varied game modes
  • Robust multiplayer options
  • Authentic MLB licensing
  • Realistic pitcher fatigue mechanics that impact gameplay strategy
  • Immersive team morale system affecting season performance
  • Deep yet accessible player scouting processes
  • Faithful recreation of real-world baseball excitement
Cons
  • Only available on PlayStation 3
  • No online matchmaking support
  • Learning curve can be steep for newcomers
  • Limited to PlayStation 3 and PlayStation 4 platforms
  • May have a slight learning curve for newcomers to baseball simulations
  • Annual sports game release cycle can phase out online features over time
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