MLB The Show 24 is Here (2024)

MLB The Show 24, one of the most anticipated sports games of 2024, is finally here! This year's title aims to deliver the most realistic baseball experience ever, and it tries to do that by introducing some unique features.

Having been a Sony exclusive for years, MLB The Show has found a home on Xbox as well, making it one of the best sports titles on either platform year in and year out.

So let's find out everything about MLB The Show 24!

MLB The Show 24 release date

MLB The Show games have been released earlier and earlier over the last few years. 21 was released on 20 April, and 23 came out on 28 March.

MLB The Show 24 continued that tradition, with the game being officially released on 19 March, a little bit over a week before the MLB season Opening Day, which is set for 28 March.

But on what platforms will MLB The Show 24 be available? Let's find out.

Platforms

MLB The Show 24 was released for the PS5, Xbox Series X|S, PS4, Xbox One and the Nintendo Switch.

Unfortunately, to the disappointment of many players, this isn't the year where the game comes to PC. The franchise never had a PC release and it doesn't seem there are plans for one anytime soon.

MLB The Show 24 editions

There are a total of four MLB The Show 24 editions, Standart, MVP, Digital Deluxe and Negro Leagues, with each one having a unique cover, price and rewards.

So let's take a look at all the MLB The Show 24 editions and see what each one of them has to offer

Standard Edition

The Standard Edition is available for the PS5, Xbox Series X|S, PS4, Xbox One and the Nintendo Switch. This edition costs $59.99 for the last-gen consoles, and $69.99 for the current-gen ones.

The pre-order bonus for this edition is different for last-gen consoles or current-gen ones, with the current-gen pre-order offering much better rewards.

The pre-order bonuses for each platform are the following:

Current-Gen:

• 5 The Show Packs
• 5K Stubs
• Dual Entitlement (Digital Only)

Last-Gen:

• 5K Stubs

MVP Edition

The MLB The Show 24 MVP edition costs $84.99 and is available for the PS5, Xbox Series X|S, PS4, Xbox One and the Nintendo Switch.

It's quite more expensive than the Standart Edition, however, it offers many more rewards while including all the rewards of the Standart Edition.

The pre-order perks for this edition are the same for all platforms and console generations. They are the following:

• All the Standard Edition perks
• 1 Diamond Choice Pack
• 1 Equipment Pack
• 10 Show Packs
• 10K Stubs
• 1 Cover Athlete Bat Skin
• Double Daily Rewards
• Dual Entitlement
• Early Access (4 Days)

Digital Deluxe Edition

The Digital Deluxe Edition is quite expensive as it costs $99.99. It's available for the PS5, Xbox Series X|S, PS4, Xbox One and the Nintendo Switch.

This edition might have an incredibly high price, but it makes up for it by including a plethora of great rewards. It's the perfect edition for someone who wants to be competitive on Diamond Dynasty from day one, as it gives them a significant edge over their opponents.

The Digital Deluxe Edition includes all the perks of the Standard and MVP Edition plus the following:

• 2 Diamond Choice Packs
• 5 Gold Choice Packs
• 20 Show Packs
• 20K Stubs
• 1 Equipment Pack
• 1 Cover Athlete Bat Skin
• Double Daily Rewards
• Dual Entitlement
• Early Access (4 Days)

Negro Leagues Edition

This is the most expensive edition of the game at $124.99, is only available for the PS5 and the Xbox Series X|S and it is also a limited edition. Furthermore, it includes some spectacular perks.

If you are a hardcore MLB The Show fan or a gaming collector, then the Negro Leagues Edition is perfect for you. It has a special cover and unique perks.

It features everything you get in the Standard, MVP and Digital Deluxe Edition plus:

• 2 Diamond Choice Packs
• 5 Gold Choice Packs
• 20 Show Packs
• 20K Stubs
• 1 Equipment Pack
• 1 Cover Athlete Bat Skin
• Double Daily Rewards
• Dual Entitlement
• Early Access (4 Days)
• Limited Edition Physical Steelbook (No Disc Included)
• New Era Hat

Cover star

The face of MLB The Show 24 is none other than the home run derby king himself, Vladimir Guerrero Jr.

The Toronto Blue Jays superstar had a decent 2023 season and was rewarded with the MLB The Show 24 cover.

Most players weren't expecting to see Vladimir Guerrero Jr gracing the cover of MLB The Show 24.

The community is split in the middle about this cover star decision, with some agreeing with it, while many think players such as Ronald Acuña Jr or Mookie Betts are more deserving of being on the cover.

Negro Leagues Season 2

The popular Negro Leagues game mode is back in MLB The Show 24 and it introduces some new faces.

Season 2 of the Negro Leagues once again allows players to relive history, as they step into the shoes of some of the biggest legends of the league such as Hank Aaron, Josh Gibson, Buck Leonard and Toni Stone.

Players can relive the story of these heroes of the game, as well as unlock plenty of rewards such as cards, stadiums, bats and jerseys, among others.

New RTTS and Franchise features

MLB The Show 24 introduced some huge features coming to RTTS and Franchise mode.

Defensive Impact Plays arrived at RTTS, while the option to add your ballplayer to Diamond Dynasty has been removed.

When it comes to Franchise, the mode has a plethora of improvements and new features. The prospect draft logic was significantly improved while the PPI feature was introduced.

If you want to know everything about the new features that were introduced to the RTTS and Franchise mode, then check out our article.

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