Gamers seeking an edge in *MLB The Show 25* can leverage a strategic tool provided by San Diego Studio: Ambush Hitting. Here’s a detailed guide on how to master this feature and gain an advantage over your opponents.

What Is Ambush Hitting in MLB The Show 25?

Ambush Hitting is an integral feature available during every at-bat in *MLB The Show 25*. It allows hitters to anticipate the side of the plate where the next pitch will land. By correctly guessing, the Plate Coverage Indicator (PCI) expands, and the timing window improves, offering greater flexibility when facing challenging pitchers, especially those who tend to target 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 Ambush Hitting controls are conveniently displayed at the bottom of the screen during an at-bat. To activate Ambush Hitting, players should move their right stick to the left for the left side of the plate or to the right for the right side. The selected side will turn gray, visually indicating the area covered by the Ambush. Even if the pitch falls outside this zone, players can still choose to swing or let it go; however, they won't benefit from the Ambush bonus.

While it might seem tempting to use Ambush Hitting on every pitch, the unpredictable nature of *MLB The Show 25* pitchers means it’s not always the best strategy. Instead, it's crucial to observe the opponent’s pitching patterns. By identifying these patterns, players can strategically implement Ambush Hitting as part of their game plan. Although it won’t guarantee success every time and might result in some frustrating outs, this technique can be the deciding factor between victory and defeat.

And that’s how you can effectively use Ambush Hitting in *MLB The Show 25*. For further insights, consider whether to go to college or go pro in this year’s Road to the Show.

*MLB The Show 25 is now in Early Access on PlayStation 5 and Xbox Series X|S.*