MLB 14: The Show

 PlayStation 4
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7.6

Generally favorable reviews- based on 213 Ratings

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  1. Positive: 154 out of 213
  2. Mixed: 30 out of 213
  3. Negative: 29 out of 213
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  1. Dinerofresco
    May 5, 2021
    8
    One of my favorite mlb games , this game did something that 21 didn't, it made an actual next gen jump with better graphics and better gameplay , it really feels like they put a lot of effort into this game
  2. mwil236
    Oct 2, 2016
    7
    Let's all agree that we're adults here, and admit that no company is ever going to break the mold or smash the glass ceiling in a sports genre. To negatively review a game for being similar to its predecessors is unfair and ignorant. This is a really fun game - dynamic considerations such as pitcher confidence and fatigue, hot/cold spots for a batter, a stat for clutch performance -Let's all agree that we're adults here, and admit that no company is ever going to break the mold or smash the glass ceiling in a sports genre. To negatively review a game for being similar to its predecessors is unfair and ignorant. This is a really fun game - dynamic considerations such as pitcher confidence and fatigue, hot/cold spots for a batter, a stat for clutch performance - which adds just enough human element to make it better than a simulation of the big leagues.

    Unfortunately, one of the only major departures from the traditional formula of pick-a-team-and-play is where the game suffers. The "road to the show" mode allows you to play as a prospect from scouting through the minors, which is a realistic and intriguing twist - the only problem is, your player will suck, and the game only allows you to play as him sometimes, which doesn't give you much of a chance to get into a rhythm. You'll occasionally get tossed into a jarring scenario to field a ball, giving you little chance to see what's going on around you before the play happens. Or you'll be placed into the lineup as a pinch hitter in the ninth and get one at-bat. Each time you fail at these one-off endeavors, the game thinks you suck even worse, and soon your team will bench you most games. This is really disappointing, because playing the game is really fun - but when you get basically one at bat per game, it's very hard to get hits. And oh by the way, you'll earn about 7 training points for this, and you need several hundred to level up your skills. Ultimately RTTS ends up being a mess of simulating games until you get to play, waiting for the loading screen, playing one at bat or one play in the field, then the game ending and watching another loading screen to start the whole process again. Maybe I just do genuinely suck, but the game is a little odd - unless you play as a pitcher, and don't mind doing nothing but pitching, which is super easy to succeed at.    … Expand
  3. bulletchan
    Apr 11, 2016
    8
    The game is amazing all around its a must buy. with the ps4 the graphics are amazing. I think its the best sports game series out there. Its way better then 2k.
  4. Hotspot21
    Aug 31, 2015
    0
    Never ever get this game. This is the worst video game I have ever played. This game glitches all of the time it sucks the players are in accurately rated and all this game does is cause stress.
  5. ITZZZPERRY
    Feb 6, 2015
    7
    MLB 14: The Show is a fun, albeit flawed experience. The game is fun, yet quite glitchy. Numerous crashes have occurred, unfortunately. That being said, the game is still a blast.
  6. Kenmei
    Jan 27, 2015
    8
    This is the first baseball game I've played since the old Ken Griffey Jr. games on the N64. I am decent fan of baseball and I was pleasantly surprised by how good this game is. It's in depth and has a really great presentation with its partnership with MLB network, getting their commentators in for each game. I have alot of fun with the game and the varying level of difficulty that'sThis is the first baseball game I've played since the old Ken Griffey Jr. games on the N64. I am decent fan of baseball and I was pleasantly surprised by how good this game is. It's in depth and has a really great presentation with its partnership with MLB network, getting their commentators in for each game. I have alot of fun with the game and the varying level of difficulty that's involved with each factor of the game (pitching, hitting, etc.) are handled very well for each difficulty level. I do feel like they take away too much control at the beginner level though.
    The problems with the game are the very long loading times and the ultra stiff animations that come with the fielding/baserunning portions of the game. The game just doesn't do a good job on both fronts and, when you have to wait almost 3 mins for your game to load up, the load times are downright terrible.
    Even so, the game is quite alot of fun and, with each of the players in the game looking very close to their real life counterparts, you really do feel like you're playing a real MLB game. I'm much more impressed with this outing than I ever thought I might have been and this will really make me consider getting the newest game when it comes out in a few months.    … Expand
  7. Rymac44
    Jan 20, 2015
    9
    Great baseball game. The graphics are very good and the gameplay is as well. The player ratings could be better though, and the outfielders seem to make every difficult play, and then miss a lot of simple ones, but it's not big deal. Overall, if you like baseball you'll like this game......
  8. tamsyndrome
    Dec 12, 2014
    8
    Graphics are top notch, Quick Counts is a God send, and both Franchise & RTTS modes are excellent. My only problem with the game & it's presentation is the commentary can get very repetitive, very quickly. Looking forward to MLB The Show '15.
  9. Dietryde
    Nov 1, 2014
    9
    9.0 max My first time on MLB 14 for PS4. Great game design and the improvements make game play smooth with good in game commentary. I especially like the HUD for multiplayer allowing gamers to submit and play challenges with weekly and daily rewards. Practice and tutorials are also good so that you can improve skill with playing against your friends. Very clean layout, easy to learn, and9.0 max My first time on MLB 14 for PS4. Great game design and the improvements make game play smooth with good in game commentary. I especially like the HUD for multiplayer allowing gamers to submit and play challenges with weekly and daily rewards. Practice and tutorials are also good so that you can improve skill with playing against your friends. Very clean layout, easy to learn, and addictive.… Expand
  10. blue4jays
    Oct 19, 2014
    10
    One of the best sports games i have ever played. By far the best sports game of the year 2014(Madden 15,NHL 15,NBA 2k15 etc..). MLB the show 14 is a game that will keep you coming back for more even months after you buy it!
  11. Robbiemacc
    Oct 16, 2014
    8
    Amazing game, the only reason I didn't rate it higher was because it is the first next gen title for the series it had a "port like" feel. I've been playing the series since '09 and this is easily the best one yet. Graphics are beautiful and the game play is on point...with a few minor animation glitches. Definitely a must buy for PS4 owners who enjoy simulation style sports gaming.
  12. DSThom
    Oct 8, 2014
    5
    Most over-rated sports game ever. It can be fun to play for a while, once you get used to the clunky menu system, but as a long term baseball simulation it leaves a lot to be desired: Repetitive commentary and animations; CPU buggering your control of 40-man roster and September call ups; incorrect implementation of option years; wacky sim stats over several season; lack of stat tracking;Most over-rated sports game ever. It can be fun to play for a while, once you get used to the clunky menu system, but as a long term baseball simulation it leaves a lot to be desired: Repetitive commentary and animations; CPU buggering your control of 40-man roster and September call ups; incorrect implementation of option years; wacky sim stats over several season; lack of stat tracking; weird FA signing logic where players leave 10s of millions on the table; incomplete minors; almost no real prospects included. Lots of people love the Road to the Show mode, but that's arcade, not a multi-season simulation of baseball.… Expand
  13. andyhern900
    Aug 29, 2014
    10
    I am a die hard baseball fan and played in high school and college, so I probably am biased, but the lighting and the textures, are top notch. The players faces and stadiums are incredibly detailed. Even though I love baseball and all previous installations of The Show, I am still pretty bad at hitting but that doesn't stop me from enjoying the game. Sliders make it more fun and less of aI am a die hard baseball fan and played in high school and college, so I probably am biased, but the lighting and the textures, are top notch. The players faces and stadiums are incredibly detailed. Even though I love baseball and all previous installations of The Show, I am still pretty bad at hitting but that doesn't stop me from enjoying the game. Sliders make it more fun and less of a chore if you're looking to just unwind and play a game. The online is a little laggy, but I personally don't like playing online. The RTTS added a great new twist and makes you get drafted first by playing in a showcase. Great game and a MUST BUY for anyone who loves baseball!… Expand
  14. CrAsH2014
    Jul 24, 2014
    9
    Definitely the best baseball game. Wish some more new things were introduced but for the first installation on the ps4. Gameplay has always been good, with some minor problems. Graphics are amazing and as a die hard baseball fan i really enjoy this game. Online has its problems but i dont play online so that doesnt upset me as much as others. If you hate the game because of the slow onlineDefinitely the best baseball game. Wish some more new things were introduced but for the first installation on the ps4. Gameplay has always been good, with some minor problems. Graphics are amazing and as a die hard baseball fan i really enjoy this game. Online has its problems but i dont play online so that doesnt upset me as much as others. If you hate the game because of the slow online features as such, fair enough but the offline is good.… Expand
  15. TheGreatBigBuck
    Jul 18, 2014
    8
    I went to see my first baseball game when I was in America last year. I enjoyed and when I saw this come out I thought I would give it a go. I am very impressed with it, I feel it really captures the atmosphere and feel of a baseball game. The controls are very easy to pick up and the graphics just blow you away.
  16. Drewzbooze
    Jul 13, 2014
    10
    Once your playing with your friends on a online franchise your going to learn to love this game. The RTTS mode is fun and online franchise can be amazing. I can say this GAMEPLAY rocks but the other aspects such as building stadiums, moving teams, general ownership options and uniform changes team name changes all non existent.. So yeah its the opposite to madden where the game sucks butOnce your playing with your friends on a online franchise your going to learn to love this game. The RTTS mode is fun and online franchise can be amazing. I can say this GAMEPLAY rocks but the other aspects such as building stadiums, moving teams, general ownership options and uniform changes team name changes all non existent.. So yeah its the opposite to madden where the game sucks but the franchise mode is fairly deep.… Expand
  17. rubonx
    Jul 4, 2014
    7
    As a non-baseball fan it's odd that I was drawn to this game, however from the rave reviews and the amazing look, I couldn't resist. Not knowing the rules of baseball is a definite drawback, especially as there isn't really a tutorial, the game assumes you know what is going on, and how the mechanics work. After a little trial and error, I have basically got to grips with it, but it couldAs a non-baseball fan it's odd that I was drawn to this game, however from the rave reviews and the amazing look, I couldn't resist. Not knowing the rules of baseball is a definite drawback, especially as there isn't really a tutorial, the game assumes you know what is going on, and how the mechanics work. After a little trial and error, I have basically got to grips with it, but it could do with some more pointers to help out with non players of the series. The graphics look incredible and the atmosphere whilst playing is excellent. There are tons of options to play with however downloading the squads cannot be done as an automatic download which can be irritating, the same for the initial install.The game will install from the home menu, however there is another massive install that has to be done in game, and blocks you from playing anything until it is complete.… Expand
  18. Kunrya
    Jun 30, 2014
    8
    Not as good as last year's, but still plenty entertaining and a must-own for baseball fans. Just wish they would eventually bring back all the old stadiums to use.
  19. mbounce88
    Jun 13, 2014
    9
    I bought the ps3 in 2012 just to play MLB The Show after hearing how epic it was. When I got my hands on 2012, I wasn't disappointed.. 2013 even better and I probably played that game more then any other game ever.. Now that I've put in hours upon hours and am already at the max XP level of 30, I can say by far this is the most complete Show ever created. The graphics are great, theI bought the ps3 in 2012 just to play MLB The Show after hearing how epic it was. When I got my hands on 2012, I wasn't disappointed.. 2013 even better and I probably played that game more then any other game ever.. Now that I've put in hours upon hours and am already at the max XP level of 30, I can say by far this is the most complete Show ever created. The graphics are great, the gameplay is fun and addicting, and the MP is better this year even if thats the only reason I didn't give it a 10.. There is still some major issues with online play, but it works good enough that I can play game after game without hating it. If you love baseball and sports, you can't miss out on this game!… Expand
  20. jsrosh
    Jun 9, 2014
    2
    Will not buy again until the RUNNING GAME is updated. I'm surprised that I can't find others criticizing this aspect of the game. It's PATHETIC!!. Please give us the ability to move freely. The way it is now your lead is limited to "fixed increments". If you take a one increment lead from 1st base they almost always throw over to try to pick you off (and are almost always successful - atWill not buy again until the RUNNING GAME is updated. I'm surprised that I can't find others criticizing this aspect of the game. It's PATHETIC!!. Please give us the ability to move freely. The way it is now your lead is limited to "fixed increments". If you take a one increment lead from 1st base they almost always throw over to try to pick you off (and are almost always successful - at 1st base). Most annoying is in certain situations if you take a one increment lead from 2nd they try over and over to pick you off even when they don't come close. For five minutes straight they were trying to pick me off so finally I had to take no lead. GARBAGE! Also I keep getting called out on steals where I am clearly safe. PATHETIC! I give this game a 3 overall since you spend most of your time running and that aspect of the game SUX!! Other bugs especially during sim. So many times I've seen a guy at 3rd that doesn't score on a double. This game is not worthy of the PS4.… Expand
  21. sityoazzdown
    Jun 4, 2014
    8
    The first mlb 14 the show on the ps4 is good, but it does honestly feel rushed to some extent. The graphics are prettier and you'll notice it with better looking stadiums/ fans/ and the grass/dirt. New fielding/swing animations were a plus on the ps4 side. The downside, and this was really disapointing was the online. Half the time you can't even see the play while running the bases onThe first mlb 14 the show on the ps4 is good, but it does honestly feel rushed to some extent. The graphics are prettier and you'll notice it with better looking stadiums/ fans/ and the grass/dirt. New fielding/swing animations were a plus on the ps4 side. The downside, and this was really disapointing was the online. Half the time you can't even see the play while running the bases on offense, resulting on frustrating outs, gamechanger on close games.. It is bearable if you plan to play it casually, but if you plan to buy this game based on online alone, wait for a price drop if anything. The load times are long, but to me is bearable; but noticably worst than past iterations of the show. RTTS is very addicting and very reccomended game mode in the game. Overall a solid 85 from me, because it's still the best baseball sim, and if not for the laggy online; a must buy for baseball fans, especially on the ps4.… Expand
  22. Maggnis75
    Jun 3, 2014
    8
    Took me less then 2 hours for the download, and great game so far. If you're a MLB fan this definitely is for you. The single play is fun, but multi player is a little frustrating and lacking at time. Other then that 8-10
  23. daone
    May 31, 2014
    0
    This game is highly overrated. The installation process lasted at least 24-hours with the ps4 and the game turned on. Gameplay is ok, but it is missing a lot of features that makes the game highly inflexible and annoying.
  24. chuckfindlay
    May 27, 2014
    10
    I bought a ps4 just for this game. It hasn't disappointed. Everyone wants to complain about load times, but really who cares. Doesn't load during games and isn't glitchy. Fair trade
  25. Raybel22
    May 27, 2014
    9
    This is one of the best sports game there is. Fantastic graphics and gameplay. It offers a lot of different style of controls to pitch, catch, hit etc. which makes the game personalized to you.

    I only scored it a 9 since I would like the game to future a bit more of details on stats for players while playing season or franchise mode (which team he played for? etc.). The load times are a    This is one of the best sports game there is. Fantastic graphics and gameplay. It offers a lot of different style of controls to pitch, catch, hit etc. which makes the game personalized to you.

    I only scored it a 9 since I would like the game to future a bit more of details on stats for players while playing season or franchise mode (which team he played for? etc.). The load times are a bit slow but I can live with that.    … Expand
  26. Nick_Da_Nasty
    May 25, 2014
    7
    Graphics wise, pleasing. time was put into this as anyone can tell
    Game play wise. Excellent, very polish very addictive. Quality
    Road to the show is an excellent play mode
    Online: poor which knocks down the review score by two. Plague with bugs, glitches, lag and bad connections. Like the beginning days of BF4
  27. steveo481
    May 23, 2014
    4
    Ok, I'm going to say this b/c I see there's a bunch of butt hurt babies that didn't like my first review. I do not own an XBOX nor am I a fan boy. I am a person who plays ONLINE and enjoys Online sports games. The lag and issues with lag in this game are epic. Don't believe me? Look on youtube for MLB 14 lag. I'm sorry fan boys like to be blind of a sh** product and are willing toOk, I'm going to say this b/c I see there's a bunch of butt hurt babies that didn't like my first review. I do not own an XBOX nor am I a fan boy. I am a person who plays ONLINE and enjoys Online sports games. The lag and issues with lag in this game are epic. Don't believe me? Look on youtube for MLB 14 lag. I'm sorry fan boys like to be blind of a sh** product and are willing to turn a blind eye to things. Player modeling is OK at best... None of my players really look like they do in real life, which is how NBA2k trumps this game hands down. Yes, less players, but don't tout how realistic it is when NBA2k owns this game. Additionally, like I said, the soundtrack is sh**. Not one song in this game is decent, whereas NBA2k didn't have one bad song. I'm sorry this is a popularity contest where people up vote the review that kisses the most a** of their favorite game, but get over yourselves. Its a 4 and thats all it is. Next year hopefully its better.… Expand
  28. mikeyboy
    May 20, 2014
    10
    This is my first MLB experience, but I do have to say that the game seems like a lot of fun. The graphics are nice and the game-play is great. For me it seems like you really get in touch with baseball :)
  29. heegs
    May 18, 2014
    9
    This series is the reason I bought a PS3 back in the day, and it's the reason I just purchased my PS4 this past weekend. I will mention that there is not much in the way of differences between 13 and 14, but even the devs admitted they haven't even begun to tap the potential of the PS4. That being said, it's still a gorgeous game and the small tweaks to RTTS have made it all the more funThis series is the reason I bought a PS3 back in the day, and it's the reason I just purchased my PS4 this past weekend. I will mention that there is not much in the way of differences between 13 and 14, but even the devs admitted they haven't even begun to tap the potential of the PS4. That being said, it's still a gorgeous game and the small tweaks to RTTS have made it all the more fun to play.

    Of course, if you don't own last year's iteration of The Show, you should consider picking this game up as it will have more than enough to keep you satisfied until next season.

    Well worth the price of admission; and with that, I return to the virtual batting cage.    … Expand
  30. hrairoo
    May 16, 2014
    7
    I don't quite understand why everyone is raving about the graphics in this game. Perhaps it's because the last mlb the show game I owned was 09, but I expected far better visuals in this game. I wouldn't say they are bad, I would just say they are unimpressive. It is a marginal step up from 09. Gameplay is fun, but background textures seem rushed, and without much thought or effort.I don't quite understand why everyone is raving about the graphics in this game. Perhaps it's because the last mlb the show game I owned was 09, but I expected far better visuals in this game. I wouldn't say they are bad, I would just say they are unimpressive. It is a marginal step up from 09. Gameplay is fun, but background textures seem rushed, and without much thought or effort. Players still have the same dead eyes, awkward movements, rigid expressions and hair, and lifeless presentation. I may be wrong, but it seems clear to me that this game was made for ps3 and simply ported to ps4. With the ridiculous load times on ps4, and the marginal upgrades from ps3 version, I would say buy the ps3 version this time around, and wait until they actually make a game specifically for ps4 if you really want to be impressed. Hopefully they actually make use of the power and graphic capabilities of the ps4 next time around.… Expand
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83

Generally favorable reviews - based on 17 Critic Reviews

Critic score distribution:
  1. Positive: 17 out of 17
  2. Mixed: 0 out of 17
  3. Negative: 0 out of 17
  1. Playstation Official Magazine UK
    Jun 29, 2014
    80
    It's a game in danger of tossing away its decade-long undefeated streak. [July 2014, p.85]
  2. Game Over Online
    Jun 23, 2014
    88
    MLB 14: The Show on the PlayStation 4 is about the looks. This is the same franchise as you know it with a next-gen coat of paint, and it looks incredible. Thankfully, it still plays wonderfully too, in large part to the same slick controls and gameplay features we’ve come to know and love.
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  3. EGM
    May 30, 2014
    75
    The Show was clearly on its last legs on the PS3, and the revamped, more true-to-life ballparks infuse some much-needed atmosphere in the series’ PS4 debut. Meanwhile, Road to the Show includes several tweaks that help you create a more dominating prospect. Unfortunately, the player models don’t receive the same level of care, and the game’s online components aren’t on the level of most other sports franchises—issues that absolutely must be addressed going forward.
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