Overview
- MLB The Show 25 debuts significant gameplay enhancements, including a revamped throw meter, fielding mechanics, and the challenging GOAT difficulty setting.
- Road to the Show now includes high school and college gameplay, offering a more immersive start to players' careers, though some depth is still lacking.
- Diamond Dynasty removes the Sets and Seasons mechanic, addressing monetization concerns, and introduces the innovative roguelike-inspired Diamond Quest mode.
- The Negro League Storylines return for a third season, honoring players like James 'Cool Papa' Bell and Wilber 'Bullet Joe' Rogan while spotlighting baseball's history of racial inequities.
- Enhanced ShowTech animations improve player realism, though occasional glitches and limited updates to Franchise mode persist.