MLB The Show 21: Here's What Comes in Each Edition

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MLB The Show 21 is now available for PS4, PS5, Xbox One, and Xbox Series X|S. Yes, this installment marks the first time the previously PlayStation-exclusive franchise is branching out and appearing on Xbox consoles as well. The game is available in an array of editions, each of which gets you different extras. We have the full breakdown below. All editions are available for purchase now (see it at Best Buy). Note that, unlike many games released during this transition period between console generations, there is no upgrade path between previous-gen and next-gen consoles for the standard edition of the game. However, the Jackie Robinson edition does get you the game both on previous-gen and current-gen consoles.

MLB The Show 21 Is Free with Xbox Game Pass

If you have an Xbox One or Series X|S, you don't need to buy MLB The Show 21 outright. All you have to do is subscribe to Xbox Game Pass or Xbox Game Pass Ultimate, and you can download and play it (and over 100 other games) at no additional cost.

MLB The Show 21

mlb-the-show-21PS4 PS5 Xbox One Xbox Series X|S You'll notice that the pricing is in line with that of Sony's previous cross-generation games: the PS4 and Xbox One versions of the game cost $59.99, while the PS5 and Xbox Series X|S versions cost $69.99.

MLB The Show 21 Jackie Robinson Edition

MLB-The-Show-21-Jackie-Robinson-EditionPS4 / PS5 Xbox One / Series X The Jackie Robinson edition includes a "dual entitlement," which is a fancy way to say it works across console generations. This edition of the game comes with the following:
  • Duel Entitlement (via compilation disc)
  • Limited Edition Steelbook
  • PlayStation will donate $1 to the Jackie Robinson Foundation for every Collector’s Edition sold in the United States**
  • 1 Diamond Choice Pack
  • 2 Gold Choice Pack
  • 10 The Show Packs
  • 1 Ballplayer Equipment Pack
  • 10,000 Stubs
  • Double Dailies
  • Immediate Access to Jackie Robison Bat Skin

MLB The Show 21 Jackie Robinson Deluxe Edition

MLB-The-Show-21-Jackie-Robinson-Deluxe-EditionPS4 / PS5 Xbox One / Series X The Jackie Robinson deluxe edition also can be played on last-gen and current-gen systems at no extra charge. It costs $15 more than the standard Jackie Robinson edition, and it includes the following:
  • Dual Entitlement
  • Limited Edition MLB The Show x New Era® 9FIFTY Cap
  • Limited Edition Steelbook
  • PlayStation will donate $1 to the Jackie Robinson Foundation for every Collector’s Edition sold in the United States**
  • 1 Diamond Choice Pack
  • 2 Gold Choice Pack
  • 10 The Show Packs
  • 1 Ballplayer Equipment Pack
  • 25,000 Stubs™
  • Double Dailies
  • Immediate Access to Jackie Robinson Bat Skin

MLB The Show 21 Digital Deluxe Edition

digital-deluxe Finally we have the digital deluxe edition. This version also works across console generations and includes the following:
  • Four days' early access
  • Jackie Robinson bat skin
  • 2 Diamond Choice packs
  • 5 Gold Choice packs
  • 1 Ballplayer Equipment pack
  • 10 The Show packs. 25K Stubs
  • Double daily login rewards

What's New in MLB The Show 21?

[ignvideo url="https://www.ign.com/videos/2021/02/01/mlb-the-show-21-announcement-with-fernando-tatis-jr-trailer"] For starters, the cover athlete this time around is Fernando “El Nino” Tatis Jr. of the San Diego Padres. In addition to appearing on Xbox platforms for the first time, MLB The Show 21 will feature cross-platform multiplayer, so you can play against anyone, regardless of what console they're using. It also supports "cross progression," which lets you pick up where you left off on another platform, even if it's a different console generation. As for what new features MLB The Show 21 will have, we don't have much to go on. The game's official description says it will offer modes for players of all skill levels. It will include Road to the Show and Diamond Dynasty. You'll also be able to play as new Legends. The development team says additional information will be presented in six "Feature Premier" streams, the first of which will arrive in March. So stay tuned.

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