MLB The Show 21

 Xbox Series X
User Score
6.9

Mixed or average reviews- based on 139 Ratings

User score distribution:
  1. Positive: 94 out of 139
  2. Mixed: 9 out of 139
  3. Negative: 36 out of 139

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  1. CRedfield
    Apr 20, 2021
    10
    Great Game, works perfectly fine and is a treat on XBox.
    All those PS „Fans“ lying and review bombing here are sad to see and you really disgrace what you love.
  2. JeR2D2
    Apr 20, 2021
    10
    Sony fanboys are divebombing the reviews don't look at them - I last played the Show in 2017 on PS4 and have been waiting for a baseball game on Xbox forever! Sony San Diego knocked it out of the park again with this years game! The show is the best sports sim out there hands down! The animation detail and all of the things they've done have really made this a must play if you're a sportsSony fanboys are divebombing the reviews don't look at them - I last played the Show in 2017 on PS4 and have been waiting for a baseball game on Xbox forever! Sony San Diego knocked it out of the park again with this years game! The show is the best sports sim out there hands down! The animation detail and all of the things they've done have really made this a must play if you're a sports fan. Also it's on gamepass!… Expand
  3. Superswans117
    Apr 20, 2021
    9
    This is my first ever baseball game and it’s In games pass so I thought why not give it a go great game
  4. Cayde16
    Apr 20, 2021
    10
    Smooth as glass! Picked it up on GP, such a great deal to have for my sub fee! The graphics look great and on SX it performs SOOOO good! Seriously, Knocked it out of the park!
  5. IamChris8
    Apr 20, 2021
    8
    Ein Playstation exklusives Game auf der Xbox und dann noch Day-1 im Game Pass. Ist etwa die Hölle zugefroren?

    Mein letztes MLB The Show war das aus dem Jahre 2019, da es "gratis" im PS+ war. Ich habe das Spiel ca. 2 Stunden getestet und ich war sehr begeistert. Gameplay: 10/10 Atmosphäre 10:10 Umfang: Da habe ich nur RttS gespielt und es war super. Ich hatte ein Paar Bugs und die    Ein Playstation exklusives Game auf der Xbox und dann noch Day-1 im Game Pass. Ist etwa die Hölle zugefroren?

    Mein letztes MLB The Show war das aus dem Jahre 2019, da es "gratis" im PS+ war.
    Ich habe das Spiel ca. 2 Stunden getestet und ich war sehr begeistert.
    Gameplay: 10/10
    Atmosphäre 10:10
    Umfang: Da habe ich nur RttS gespielt und es war super.
    Ich hatte ein Paar Bugs und die Ladezeiten war doch recht lange, was natürlich auf der Next-Gen mMn ein NOGO ist. Dies wird bestimmt mit einem Patch behoben.    … Expand
  6. Souissi
    Apr 20, 2021
    10
    After years as a ps exclusive this game is finally on xbox and it plays and feels like it was there for years now
  7. Zivojin
    Apr 20, 2021
    8
    The game is great finally a propper Baseball game on the Xbox it works very well on both Xbox Series X and Base Xbox One i wouldn't believe all these 0 reviewes which comes from salty fanboys Metacritic should do something about it.
  8. JackTheBoss
    Apr 20, 2021
    10
    A wonderful game that I cannot stop playing after it comes to the Xbox device. Sports games should never be exclusive to a particular plastic device.
  9. CaptainA7ProSX
    Apr 17, 2021
    9
    This is without a doubt, the best baseball simulator on Xbox in years. Strongly recommend it. (So bizarre seeing the PS Studios logo when booting up the game every time)
  10. AbDuLlAh122
    Apr 20, 2021
    10
    I enjoy the game.
    10/10 for being on game pass
    Thank you Microsoft.
  11. Savagemanu92
    Apr 19, 2021
    10
    Amazing that this gem is in gamepass. I've been waiting a baseball game on xbox
  12. shishiMANGO808
    Apr 19, 2021
    8
    First baseball game ever and enjoying it quite a bit. Gamepass was a good way to try it out and been digging the real feel it gives.
  13. FireCobra
    Apr 19, 2021
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. I’m surprised how good a baseball game can be but it was great. The difficulty in this series has always been pretty high, though there have always been plenty of options you can adjust to make the experience better. MLB The Show 21 tries to streamline this though with the inclusion of three gameplay styles for you to choose from. Casual is for the beginners or those just looking to play a more arcade style game. Simulation ups the difficulty and is much more based on player and team ratings with how well or poorly you perform. Lastly, Competitive escalates the difficult quite a bit, as it focuses on the player’s skills above anything else. Competitive is also the new standard for online player, so getting used to it in other modes can pay dividends online. Nice… Expand
  14. KubaRoman
    Apr 17, 2021
    9
    In a world of Madden's and 2K's, Sony continues to show us what it's like to make a great game first.
  15. velcrow
    Apr 19, 2021
    10
    Can't give this anything under a 10. This game coming to Xbox (and via GamePass!!) is the greatest gaming news of 2021 so far in my opinion. While there are things to work on (READ: no chance these are the best graphics a relatively slow-paced game can have in next gen), the value this has given to Xbox Series X owners and GamePass subscribers has bumped it from a 9 to a 10 for me.Can't give this anything under a 10. This game coming to Xbox (and via GamePass!!) is the greatest gaming news of 2021 so far in my opinion. While there are things to work on (READ: no chance these are the best graphics a relatively slow-paced game can have in next gen), the value this has given to Xbox Series X owners and GamePass subscribers has bumped it from a 9 to a 10 for me. Excellent game, oustanding value.… Expand
  16. OpaqueLotus651
    Apr 19, 2021
    10
    MLB The Show 21 on Xbox! It's finally time and they Knocked it out the park! Xbox Series X is the #1 place to play!
  17. MinePlay512
    Apr 17, 2021
    10
    MLB The Show 21 is a must have. The new create a stadium, the new ballplayer stuff and the gameplay improvements make MLB The Show 21 the best game. It's a recommendation to baseball players and everyone.
  18. Anr0
    Apr 20, 2021
    8
    Todo un privilegio poderlo jugar en el Game Pass sin costes adicionales, xbox nos hace sentir usuarios vip.
  19. Nelsonlaporte35
    Apr 20, 2021
    10
    Gran juego, cambios realisticos en la defensa! Buena animación de los jugadores y los parque del ven bien reales
  20. Bepps9
    Apr 20, 2021
    10
    Runs great on series x . This is the first time I’ve played baseball on Xbox since the 2k series. I’m a big baseball fan so this coming to Xbox is amazing.
  21. SmartAlec775
    Aug 27, 2021
    8
    Not a fan of sports games but this one is actually decent. Way better than Madden or Fifa.
  22. joselito6699
    Apr 28, 2021
    10
    What a great game for xbox gamepass!! The Xbox Series X version has higher framerates and higher resolutions than the playstation 5 version and the best part it's on gamepass while the Sony fantasy gotta pay 70 bucks to play the game.
  23. Omniscient_Zero
    Apr 20, 2021
    10
    Best Baseball game on Xbox. It's a game about hitting a ball with a stick and running around like a derp 10/10.
  24. aaronjf94
    Apr 21, 2021
    10
    Literally the best baseball game I've played in the past decade! It plays very smooth which is fantastic! It's better than any other sports game that's out there! (Except Forza)
  25. maxschuster
    Apr 28, 2021
    10
    I hate baseball, but this game is a better game by a long shot than nba2k and madden.
  26. Hans42
    Jun 23, 2021
    10
    Half of these reviews are before they fixed road to the show. The game is great now.
  27. sergioodoardi
    May 8, 2021
    8
    Love the game. This is the first time playing it since it's on Gamepass. I love the way they reward the players. I hope other games can reward you as many as this game does. Solid.
  28. iAtreyui
    Apr 20, 2021
    8
    I like it. Having really not played a baseball game on xbox besides sluggers or whatever, this game is beautiful. I haven’t experienced an issue with the game. I did not buy it. I’ve only played it on my xbox series x and old android phone via xCloud. I prefer the console version. Due to being a beginner I chose to play on simple settings. I’m enjoying myself so far with pitching, battingI like it. Having really not played a baseball game on xbox besides sluggers or whatever, this game is beautiful. I haven’t experienced an issue with the game. I did not buy it. I’ve only played it on my xbox series x and old android phone via xCloud. I prefer the console version. Due to being a beginner I chose to play on simple settings. I’m enjoying myself so far with pitching, batting and trying to steal bases. Will have to test the online a little later once my buddy is home from work. Very well made game by Sony San Diego… Expand
  29. sityoazzdown
    Jun 8, 2021
    8
    Still great, easy reccomend for baseball diehards. The best addition this year is the perfect-perfect pitching. Stadium creator is good, but therre are a lot of restrictions, and not many people are playing in them on online modes. Hitting is harder this year because of improved pitching command because of perfect perfect pitching, and also check swings require skill this year to notStill great, easy reccomend for baseball diehards. The best addition this year is the perfect-perfect pitching. Stadium creator is good, but therre are a lot of restrictions, and not many people are playing in them on online modes. Hitting is harder this year because of improved pitching command because of perfect perfect pitching, and also check swings require skill this year to not swing. However Ive seen more yellow timing base hits more than ever, pitch speed is like 10% slower than last year. Its great, more of the same, but great.… Expand
  30. Cal1s
    Apr 20, 2021
    9
    Really enjoying the game, been awhile since I’ve played a modern base base video game - well done.
  31. Josh_Sinclair
    Apr 20, 2021
    10
    I was pleasantly surprised with the quality of this. I'm not a huge sports game fan but have been trying it out on gamepass so this was an easy get.
  32. SorianoGamer28
    Apr 20, 2021
    10
    ¡Por fin! :D el juego que hacía falta en Xbox.
    Muchos de mis amigos solo compraban Playstation por la exclusividad de MLB ahora podrán pasarse a la nueva generación con Xbox
  33. RothChild88
    May 2, 2021
    9
    So impressions from a first time player of the series: MLB the Show 21 is an excellent game. Yes, there are microtransactions, yes, if you play the Diamond Dynasty "Card" game you will have to grind. Good news? Contrary to the other sports game contemporaries the game is actually fun, and there are such a myriad of game modes for grinding, most are genuinely fun and addictive, andSo impressions from a first time player of the series: MLB the Show 21 is an excellent game. Yes, there are microtransactions, yes, if you play the Diamond Dynasty "Card" game you will have to grind. Good news? Contrary to the other sports game contemporaries the game is actually fun, and there are such a myriad of game modes for grinding, most are genuinely fun and addictive, and microtransaction purchases are not advertised and completely unnecessary to enjoy the game. Online you will be matched with other players of your skill level, the Battle Royal mode completely eliminates pay to win by giving everyone equal talent cards. I've played the online modes and only noticed janky or laggy experience once, when I was playing while downloading another game. Gameplay-wise the game is fantastic. The batter-pitcher duel is recreated brilliantly, dynamic difficulty allow you to learn the game at your own pace. There are a plethora of option to tweak the gameplay to your liking, different pitching modes, different hitting interfaces, there is immediate feedback for both hitting and pitching which indicate how and where you are missing or mistiming either the pitch release or the swing. Fielding works pretty well, the only qualm I have, like with every other baseball game I've ever played is that baserunning is not very enjoyable or intuitive. One of these days we'll get a game that nails baserunning but this one ain't it yet. Overall the game is the best offering from any of the major sports offerings by a mile. If you are a first time player and like baseball you'll love this game.… Expand
  34. malias4
    Apr 21, 2021
    10
    Λοιπον μεινανε 3 αγωνιστικες ακομα με νικη στη Λαρισα κραταμε το πανω χερι. Αντε Οφαρα μου μη μασας κ ασε τον κοντο να λεει τα δικα του! Μετα απο του χρονου θελει ξηλωμα απο παιχτες μεχρι τελευταιας βιδας στο γεντι κουλε!!
    Μπραβο κ στο Φιλ που εχει παρει τα σοβρακα της Σονυ !!!    Λοιπον μεινανε 3 αγωνιστικες ακομα με νικη στη Λαρισα κραταμε το πανω χερι. Αντε Οφαρα μου μη μασας κ ασε τον κοντο να λεει τα δικα του! Μετα απο του χρονου θελει ξηλωμα απο παιχτες μεχρι τελευταιας βιδας στο γεντι κουλε!!
    Μπραβο κ στο Φιλ που εχει παρει τα σοβρακα της Σονυ !!!
  35. N0T0Ri0US
    Apr 20, 2021
    9
    Absolutely worth it. I am new to baseball and didn't understand a thing that was going on but it was really fun. I am going to spend more hours learning how the score and innings work to be able to get the best experience.

    Great job Sony San Diego, and thanks to MLB for adding this on gamepass day .
  36. ij0hnnyb0y
    Apr 20, 2021
    10
    Great game, will enjoy this on my Xbox Series X while Sony Simps are crying and leaving bad reviews on both platforms. Thanks MLB for making this possible !
  37. Maper
    Apr 28, 2021
    8
    I want to thank sony for realising it on XSX it is beautiful and the gameplay or the way you play it is HOT
  38. SteinZero
    May 17, 2023
    10
    MLB The Show 21 é uma verdadeira celebração do esporte do beisebol. Como fã ávido desse esporte, posso dizer que este jogo entrega uma experiência autêntica e envolvente, que vai além das minhas expectativas.
  39. MythicMoss
    Apr 20, 2021
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Who would've thought that this game would be released on Xbox!!!
    I've played it on my PS5 but the performance is so bad and it crashes a lot, but it runs flawlessly on my Xbox
    you can even try it on Gamepass if you are in doubt, unlike PS5 you have to pay 70$ to find out if you liked it or not.    … Expand
  40. PhoxMolder
    Apr 20, 2021
    10
    It's about time. Loving this game on Xbox. Such a great experience. Hope everyone gets to enjoy it as well.
  41. Xxdaiki
    Apr 20, 2021
    10
    Un lujo tenerlo en gamepass. Gracias piperos por compartirnos su hate en un buen juego deportivo.
  42. Cupid954
    Apr 20, 2021
    9
    Great game for xbox havent played it on ps5 yet but this series x version is a diamond
  43. Potninja
    Apr 21, 2021
    10
    Beautiful game, more of what you are used to from previous MLBs but more refined. If you have played previous games you now what to expect and if you are new to the franchise it is easy to pick up and get stuck in. Lots of fun to play and if you have game pass, give it a go what have you got to lose?
  44. PMG-Writer
    Aug 8, 2021
    8
    The developers managed a damn good tee with "MLB The Show 21" on Xbox Series X. Thus, Sony San Diego created a playfully interesting title, especially the graphical performance and also the new and revised ball physics makes the title a playable dream for fans. The game modes are still fun and enjoyable and let you play with the new and old data. When it comes to playability, theThe developers managed a damn good tee with "MLB The Show 21" on Xbox Series X. Thus, Sony San Diego created a playfully interesting title, especially the graphical performance and also the new and revised ball physics makes the title a playable dream for fans. The game modes are still fun and enjoyable and let you play with the new and old data. When it comes to playability, the developers have stepped it up a notch and bring you an intense and great title for you to take home. On the whole, "MLB The Show 21" is the best realization of this sport on the Xbox Series X.… Expand
  45. ahmadarkous
    Nov 12, 2021
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. ahmaddarkouchi8@gmail.com16975728526282525627262625353hhgshdhdybebsudgdhdjd7dgdheuduydjrirydhdg7fidykdtsstak5s5jw5lstjs5js5ks6isyiisyiayoso6oe7oeulsule6kekyskystkatjsmysmyzymrks6kzl7duldluduldlud7ldykdueksid5lddjdhjfhdjeduhhshdhdhdie8hrjdiuegdjf7rgrjr7rhrj7rg4s0d7pdoe77ptpp6os7od7pd7pr7dyd7d7d7f8ui626i36si5s5ie6ed7od7pr6e6ee9e68rid9tod6ojjjy9fykykyktkdkyd6r66dykskyw6oei28… Expand

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#20 Best Xbox Series X Game of 2021
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#22 Most Discussed Xbox Series X Game of 2021

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Metascore
81

Generally favorable reviews - based on 8 Critic Reviews

Critic score distribution:
  1. Positive: 7 out of 8
  2. Mixed: 1 out of 8
  3. Negative: 0 out of 8
  1. Generación Xbox
    Jul 5, 2021
    88
    MLB The Show 21 offers us a video game that will delight baseball lovers, thanks to the game systems that are customisable to our liking.
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  2. MondoXbox
    May 21, 2021
    85
    MLB The Show 21 is the baseball simulation par excellence, finally available on Xbox. Although the game doesn't deviate too much from past episodes, it is still a real masterpiece, suitable for baseball fans and newcomers alike.
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  3. SomosXbox
    Apr 30, 2021
    80
    MLB The Show 21 is a refined and satisfying baseball experience, plus it's fully accessible to fans and those looking to get into the sport alike. Things like Stadium Creator and that the game runs at 4K and 60 FPS are something we can all appreciate. Visually there can be no significant leap from its predecessor. Also, while it includes some major gameplay updates, it took more effort in this regard.
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