Master Ambush Hitting in MLB The Show 25

Every batter stepping up to the plate in MLB The Show 25 wants an edge, and San Diego Studio delivers with Ambush Hitting. This powerful tool can help players gain serious advantages against even the toughest pitchers.

Understanding Ambush Hitting in MLB The Show 25

Ambush Hitting transforms every at-bat in MLB The Show 25. When batters correctly predict which side of the plate the next pitch will target, their Plate Coverage Indicator (PCI) expands significantly while timing windows become more forgiving. This game-changing feature proves particularly valuable against pitchers who favor pounding one side of the strike zone – though knowing when to deploy it becomes crucial.

Mastering Ambush Hitting Controls

The intuitive Ambush Hitting interface appears along the bottom of your screen during each plate appearance. Simply flick the right stick left or right to predict your pitch location – the selected zone will gray out to show your coverage area. While you can still swing at or take pitches outside this zone, you'll miss out on those valuable benefits when you guess wrong.

Strategic Implementation

While tempting to use on every pitch, successful Ambush Hitting demands strategic thinking. Just like facing real pitchers, you'll need to identify patterns in your opponent's sequencing. Spotting tendencies allows you to time your Ambush predictions perfectly – though even then, expect some frustrating misses along with those glorious connections.

When executed properly, this subtle advantage could mean the difference between game-winning hits and heartbreaking outs. Want more tips? Check out our guide on whether to choose college or pro routes in this year's Road to the Show.

MLB The Show 25 is currently available in Early Access for PlayStation 5 and Xbox Series X|S.