San Diego Studio dropped Game Update 3 on April 16, 2025 for PS5/Xbox Series X|S (4 AM PT) and April 18, 2025 for Nintendo Switch (3 PM PT). Here’s what they’ve already patched, per theshow.com:
Official Fixes (Game Update 3 - Deployed April 16, 2025)
Crashes/Freezes:
•Fixed a crash from certain outfield hits.
•Resolved a freeze when runners tag up too early trying to score.
•Fixed a freeze when opening equipment packs.
Gameplay:
•Corrected batter analysis display (e.g., “RHP vs RHH” instead of “RHP vs LHH”).
•Ensured pitchers in 3-inning games face at least one batter.
•Fixed pitchers showing 0 energy after subbing in.
•Resolved uncontrollable pitches post-restart.
UI/Visuals:
•ERA now displays correctly in the League Stats menu.
•Fixed overlapping news ticker stories.
•Removed a bright flash when loading sunny games.
•Corrected duplicate trigger timings in the perk progression menu.
•Fixed stuck on-screen displays during gameplay.
Stadiums:
•New Orleans Pinheads: Fixed missing jumbotron textures.
•Laughing Mountain Park/Citi Field: Fixed texture issues.
•Citi Field: Strikeout board updates properly; ball boy no longer collides with the tarp.
•Statesman Park: Fixed outfield corner gaps.
•Sportsman Park: Fixed night lighting.
•Guaranteed Rate Field: White Sox logo clearer on jumbotron at night.
Miscellaneous:
•Pause menu lockup in local 2-player games resolved.
•8-bit filter now stays on; fixed missing player textures and scorebug issues with it enabled.
•Seattle Mariners sleeve patches corrected.
•This patch hit during early access, showing quick response to launch issues, but it’s not comprehensive—more bugs persist.
Reported Bugs (Unpatched as of April 20)
•From posts on X, Reddit, and Downdetector sentiment:
Hitting/Fielding Glitches:
•Players report “perfect perfect” swings resulting in foul balls or weak outs, suggesting hit detection issues (X posts). One user called hitting “the worst I’ve seen.”
•Outfield animations criticized as clunky or unresponsive—e.g., slow reactions to fly balls (X feedback).
Pitching Inconsistencies:
•Strikes on the edge (especially corners) frequently called balls vs. CPU, frustrating pitchers (X complaint). No ABS challenge system exists to counter this yet.
•Post-patch, some report pitchers still lose control randomly, though less often.
Visual/Texture Bugs:
•Glove and ball textures misalign, letting players see the grip through the glove (X post with screenshot evidence).
•Attributes on the squad screen don’t match real stats (X report)—e.g., a player’s displayed power vs. actual output.
Diamond Dynasty:
•Logos not showing on uniforms or in box scores (X/Downdetector).
•Mini Seasons refresh issues—players can’t reset or progress (X).
Road to the Show (RTTS):
•High school/college segments buggy—e.g., a foul pole hit counted as a double, not a homer (Reddit, older report but echoed in 2025 context).
•Sliding mitts still unavailable as equipment, despite being in Franchise mode (Reddit carryover complaint).
Online Play:
•Disconnects during Diamond Dynasty PVP, even with stable internet (X/Downdetector). One user lost a comeback due to server boot.
•Co-op and ranked modes freeze intermittently (X).
Common Complaints (April 20, 2025)
Gameplay
•Hitting Difficulty: Beyond bugs, hitting feels “horrific” to some (X)—PCI (Plate Coverage Indicator) shrinks more on breaking pitches away, a tuned feature from MLB The Show 24 not universally loved.
•Pitching Balance: Online, edge pitches aren’t strikes consistently, tilting favor to batters (X). Offline, CPU umps are too strict.
•Outfield Animation: Called “the worst I’ve seen” (X)—slow or jerky, undermining defensive play.
Modes
•RTTS: High school/college is too short—not the deep revamp some hoped for (X sentiment).
•Franchise: No online Franchise mode, a perennial complaint (X).
•Weekend Classic: Only once per Ranked season—too limited for competitive players (X).
Technical/Visual
•Graphics: Despite ShowTech’s new animations, visuals are “muted” or “pastel,” lacking pop (Forbes review). Player models and stadiums need a next-gen leap.
•Performance: Switch version lags behind PS5/Xbox in stability—texture pop-ins and frame drops reported (general sentiment).
Content
•Launch Content: Some feel Diamond Dynasty’s early offerings (e.g., Tokyo Series Program) are underwhelming vs. MLB The Show 24’s pace (community buzz).
•Commentary: Bugs persist—e.g., wrong score calls or repetitive lines (Forbes).
Context & Outlook
•Early Days: With only 6 days since early access and 2 since full launch, bugs are expected. Update 3 tackled 20+ issues, but new reports keep surfacing as players stress-test modes.
•Community Sentiment: X posts lean negative—e.g., “absolutely horrific” gameplay—but it’s a vocal minority. Reviews (e.g., Forbes, GameRant) praise core mechanics (8/10 range), suggesting bugs don’t ruin the experience for all.
•Next Steps: The April 26 Twitch stream may address more fixes or codes to appease players. Opening Day (April 27) could shift focus to in-game events.
•Got a specific mode or bug you’re curious about? I can zoom in—plenty of players are venting, and I’m tracking it! For now, MLB The Show 25 is a solid sim with launch hiccups—nothing game-breaking, but enough to annoy the hardcore crowd.
