Gamers looking to gain an edge in *MLB The Show 25* can leverage a strategic advantage with Ambush Hitting, a feature introduced by the developers at San Diego Studio. Here's a comprehensive guide on how to master Ambush Hitting in the game.
What Is Ambush Hitting in MLB The Show 25?
Ambush Hitting is a tactical feature available during every at-bat in *MLB The Show 25*. It enables hitters to predict which side of the plate the next pitch will target. When a player correctly guesses the side, their Plate Coverage Indicator (PCI) expands, and the timing window for hitting the ball improves significantly. This feature offers more flexibility when facing challenging pitchers, particularly those who tend to focus on one side of the plate. However, using Ambush Hitting at the wrong moment can be detrimental to your performance.
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How to Use Ambush Hitting in MLB The Show 25
The controls for Ambush Hitting are displayed at the bottom of the screen during an at-bat. To activate it, players can move the right stick to the left for targeting the left side of the plate or to the right for the right side. Once selected, the chosen side will turn gray, indicating the area covered by the Ambush. If the pitch lands outside this zone, players can still swing or take the pitch, but they won't benefit from the Ambush bonus.
While it might be tempting to use Ambush Hitting on every pitch, the unpredictable nature of *MLB The Show 25* pitchers makes this risky. The best strategy is to observe and understand the opponent's pitching patterns. By identifying these patterns, players can craft an effective game plan that incorporates Ambush Hitting. Although it won't be successful every time and may result in some frustrating outs, it can be the key to turning the tide of a game.
That's the essence of using Ambush Hitting in *MLB The Show 25*. For further insights, consider exploring whether to choose the college route or go pro in this year's Road to the Show mode.
*MLB The Show 25 is currently available in Early Access on PlayStation 5 and Xbox Series X|S.*
