Gamers seeking an edge in *MLB The Show 25* can leverage a powerful tool provided by San Diego Studio: Ambush Hitting. This feature is designed to give batters an advantage at the plate, and here's how you can master it.

What Is Ambush Hitting in MLB The Show 25?

Ambush Hitting is a strategic element available during every at-bat in *MLB The Show 25*. It allows hitters to predict which side of the plate the next pitch will target. If you guess correctly, your Plate Coverage Indicator (PCI) expands, and the timing window for hitting the ball improves significantly. This feature is particularly useful against pitchers who tend to favor one side of the plate, offering more room for error. However, using Ambush Hitting at the wrong moment can be detrimental, so timing is key.

Related: Best Pitching Settings for MLB The Show 25

How To Use Ambush Hitting in MLB The Show 25

During an at-bat, the Ambush Hitting controls are displayed at the bottom of the screen in *MLB The Show 25*. To activate Ambush Hitting, move your 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, indicating the area covered by your Ambush. Even if the pitch doesn't land in the Ambush zone, you can still swing or take the pitch, but you won't benefit from the Ambush bonus.

While it might be tempting to use Ambush Hitting on every pitch, the unpredictability of pitchers in *MLB The Show 25* means it's not always the best strategy. The key is to observe and understand the opponent's pitching patterns. By identifying these patterns, you can strategically deploy Ambush Hitting to maximize its effectiveness. Although it won't work every time and may result in some frustrating outs, it can be the deciding factor in tight games.

That's how you can effectively use Ambush Hitting in *MLB The Show 25*. For more insights, check out whether you should opt for college or go pro in this year's Road to the Show.

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