Weaknesses of MLB The Show 25 Stubs Directional

Competitive disadvantage: Skilled Zone users will outperform you online.

More RNG-dependent: Your success depends more on attributes than player precision.

Limited feedback: Unlike Zone, you don’t see exact PCI placement to learn from mistakes.

Best For

Casual gamers

Offline play (Road to the Show, Franchise)

Players who want to focus on baseball strategy rather than mechanics

Zone Hitting: The Competitive Standard
How It Works

You control a Plate Coverage Indicator (PCI) with the left stick, moving it to align with the pitch.

Success depends on timing + PCI placement.

Offers the most direct control over outcomes.

Strengths of Zone

Maximum control: Your results come directly from skillful PCI placement.

Competitive advantage: The standard for Ranked Seasons, Diamond Dynasty, and MLB Stubs for sale esports play.

Consistent learning curve: Misses provide clear feedback—you know when you were under/over the ball.