The Road to the Show

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Ryan Sacatelli

MLB The Show 16 in game graphics.

Ryan Sacatelli, Ranger Review Reporter

Sony Computer Entertainment released its new game this past month called MLB The Show 16. MLB The Show 16 is a major league baseball video game that allows video gamers to experience the major leagues. MLB The Show 16 has a variety of game modes like Road to the Show and Diamond Dynasty and mini games like Home Run Derby.

Road to the Show is a game mode that allows players to create their own baseball player and experience what it is like to compete in the MLB. Players can experience a first year player draft that sends them to the minor leagues. From there, players may move their athletes to AA and AAA; and, eventually, the athlete will move to the major leagues. Players then strive to win a World Series with their new MLB team.

Diamond Dynasty is a gamemode where players can build their own team and compete against other online players. A player card is a collectible card that gamers put their lineups on and use in the game. Players have different status’ on their card, and they must use stubs, or the currency of the game, to buy packs. For example, the highest card you can buy is a diamond card ranging from 92-99 overall. These numbers represent the talent level of the player on a designated card.

This year, unlike past years, new cards called Flashback cards have been admitted into the game. These cards represent players from the past years that were some of the top players of that time. One of the highest cards is an Alex Rodriguez card from the 2004 season. Other cards include Legend card, cards of old players who used to play in the MLB and are in the Hall Of Fame. These cards include Nolan Ryan and Ted Williams, for example.

For the first time in MLB The Show history, a new game mode has been entered in the game called Battle Royale. Battle Royale is an online tournament that puts gamers head to head with other gamers. Gamers are challenged to draft a 25-man roster that ensures competitive balance.

The last game mode is Franchise Mode, where the gamer is the general manager of a selected MLB team. The gamer is responsible for the team. The general manager is able to make trades, sign players, cut coaches and even select his own stadium. All these tasks are in an attempt to win the World Series Championship.

Each year developers do anything they can to make the game better. This year the game’s graphics are better than ever, giving more customizable features to players, equipment and stadiums. In my opinion the game has much improved all around. The controls in the game are easier to maneuver, making the game more fun.

Overall, this game does allow gamers to experience what it is like to play in the virtual major leagues. MLB The Show 16 is only available on the PS4, and is available in retail stores in the United States.