Alright, folks, let’s talk about how to pull off those killer dives in MLB The Show 23. I’ve been playing this game for a while now, and I’ve had my fair share of epic dives and face-plants. Trust me, it’s a learning curve, but I’m here to share what I’ve figured out.
First things first, I jumped into the settings menu. I navigated to ‘Gameplay’ and then flipped over to ‘Defense.’ There, I found this setting where you can choose whether to manually dive or let the AI decide. I prefer to use R1 or R2 and let the game decide whether diving or jumping is better. I switched to manual because I like being in control, but it took some getting used to. By the way, if you’re using the drifting ball setting, that’s a smart move. It really helps you see where the ball’s gonna land.
Diving Like a Pro
Now, to actually dive, it’s pretty simple on paper. If you’re on PlayStation like me, you just press R2 while you’re running towards the ball. If you’re on Xbox, it’s RT. I started by just running around the field, pressing R2, and watching my player dive. At first, I was diving way too early or too late. My player was eating dirt more often than not.
It’s all about timing. I started practicing in training mode. I’d have the AI hit balls to the outfield, and I’d just focus on getting the timing right. Slowly but surely, I started to get the hang of it. It felt amazing when I finally started making those highlight-reel catches. It’s like you become one with the game, you know? I remember this one time, I was playing online, and I made this insane diving catch in the bottom of the ninth to save the game. My opponent messaged me after, like, “How did you do that?!”
Switching It Up
I also experimented with using R1 to jump. This is crucial for those high balls. On PlayStation, R1 is your jump button, and on Xbox, it’s RB. I found that mixing dives and jumps was key to becoming a better outfielder. Sometimes, a jump is what you need, and other times, a dive is the only way to go.
- Start with Settings: Go to ‘Settings,’ then ‘Gameplay,’ and then ‘Defense.’
- Choose Your Style: Decide if you want to manually dive (R2/RT) or let the AI choose.
- Practice Timing: Use training mode to practice diving with R2 (PlayStation) or RT (Xbox).
- Mix in Jumps: Don’t forget to use R1 (PlayStation) or RB (Xbox) to jump for high balls.
After countless hours, I feel like I’ve finally mastered the art of diving in MLB The Show 23. It’s not just about pressing a button; it’s about feeling the game and anticipating where the ball will be. Keep practicing, and you’ll be making those crazy catches in no time. And remember, every dive might not be perfect, but each one is a step closer to becoming a better player. So, get out there, dive like crazy, and have fun!
