Sony reveals first official look at MLB The Show 26 gameplay

First-look/The Show 26

Sony is finally ready to give us our first look at MLB The Show 26 gameplay today, and pre-orders are now live ahead of release on on March 17. It has also announced that you can “receive 10% off your Digital Deluxe Edition pre-order if you have purchased any digital version of MLB The Show that’s been released since MLB The Show 21.” Details below.

MLB The Show 26 gameplay revealed

Sony has just taken to the official PlayStation Blog to reveal the very first official look at  MLB The Show 26 gameplay. 

San Diego Studio couldn’t be more excited to share all of the new updates we have in store for MLB The Show 26. This year, we’re giving you more control, deeper immersion, and more action on and off the field. 

The annual debut of what is arguably the very best baseball sim to grace a console is delivering on much of what we loved in 2025, but with enhancements on everything from Road to The Show and Diamond Dynasty alongside new Storylines, and “updates in ShowTech for the most authentic on-field baseball experience.” 

Road to The Show: More to the journey 

This year, Road To The Show builds on what you loved in ‘25, creating an even more immersive experience. We’ve: 

• Expanded the amateur experience to add more realism to your story on the way to The Show
• Added 11 additional college teams for a total of 19 schools including: University of Arkansas, University of Florida, Stanford University and University of Michigan
• Brought in the (CWS) officially licensed NCAA Men’s College World Series format and bracket 
• Introduced new goals that keep you pushing to progress throughout your career 

Diamond Dynasty*: All new ways to compete including The World Baseball Classic 

Diamond Dynasty is back and better than ever with new ways to play. Be sure to check out:  

• The World Baseball Classic content returns to DD, now featuring WBC ballparks including the Tokyo Dome and Estadio Hiram Bithorn. 
• Mini-seasons overhaul 
• New rewards, programs, and collections
• More live-service updates for exciting challenges and experiences

Get the rest of the details straight from PlayStation Blog right here. 

Pre-order loyalty discount for previous MLB The Show owners

We are also happy to announce a new loyalty discount**. You will receive 10% off your Digital Deluxe Edition pre-order if you have purchased any digital version of MLB The Show that’s been released since MLB The Show 21. Note that this pre-loyalty offer will be live soon after pre-orders open.