WhileMLB The Showmight not have as big an audience as its sports video game competitors, it may be the best of them all. The game finallyexpanded beyond a PlayStation exclusive titlein the past few editions, andMLB The Show 23has continued to expand with new features to keep longtime fans coming back while engaging new ones. With baseball season just around the corner, its video game counterpart is ready to debut as well.
With each new edition ofMLB The Show, fans always have plenty of preorder options to decide between. For 2023’s version, fans will have four different editions to choose between, with prices ranging from $60 all the way to $100. Whether gamers want in-game digital rewards, physical merchandise, or just access to the game,MLB The Show 23has something that should fit most players’ preferred play style and budget.
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Previous Generation Standard Edition - $59.99
MLB The Show 23has two different standard editions of the game, the first being the one for previous generation consoles: Xbox One, PS4, and Nintendo Switch. For anyone who preorders before the official release date on June 29, 2025, this bundle includes5,000 Stubs,The Show’s in-game currencyto be used on any player cards, equipment, or perks they desire. The perks are limited, but it’s also the cheapest way to get access to the game on release day at just $59.99 for the title.
Next Generation Standard Edition - $69.99
For $69.99, baseball fans can get the Standard Edition for the next generation of consoles: Xbox Series X/S and PS5. Every next-gen edition ofMLB The Show 23gives players dual entitlement, with digital access to the previous generation’s version. Additionally, those who preorder this version get 10,000 Stubs and5 Show Packs which give players important unlockables, players, and equipmentto be used in the Diamond Dynasty or Road to the Show game modes.
At just $10 more than the previous generation version, the next-gen Standard Edition is an excellent option for any players who don’t yet have a PS5 or Xbox Series X/S but could be looking to upgrade soon. Even fans without next-gen consoles might be tempted to purchase this edition thanks to the dual entitlement and additional perks. With thesteep rise in popularity of Diamond Dynastyin particular, fans wanting to get a leg up on their competition may want to pay a few extra dollars to have a more competitive team right from the start.
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Digital Deluxe Edition - $99.99
The Digital Deluxe Edition packs a significantly heftier price, but it has more than enough perks to make up for the $30 price increase. This edition also provides dual entitlement to both generations of consoles. On top of that, it gives anyone who preorders it a Captain’s Choice Pack, a general Choice Pack, a special uniform Choice Pack, five Gold Choice Packs, 20 Show Packs, and a Ballplayer Pack, each of which offers high-value unlockables. TheMLB The Show 23Digital Deluxe Edition also provides a cover athlete Jazz Chisholm bat skin, 10,000 Stubs, and a Daily Double Reward, giving players double bonuses every day they log in to the game.
Finally, the biggest perk the Digital Deluxe Edition offers is the four days of early access, giving them the game on March 24th rather than theofficial release date on March 28th. With many influential streamers likely starting to playMLB The Show 23as early as they can, gamers who want to keep up with their favorite streamers will likely want to ensure they have the game as soon as possible.
At $99.99, it’s not a cheap option, but for fans of competitive play, it may be the best one to get a leg up. The early access alone may be enough for some players to pay extra, but the rest of the rewards will giveThe Showplayers a big competitive edge in Road to the Show, online play, and Diamond Dynasty.
Captain Edition - $99.99
In honor of the New York Yankees' legendary shortstop Derek Jeter,MLB The Show 23also has an exclusive Captain Edition. The name stems from Jeter’s famous nickname in his playing days, The Captain, and features a special cover with him rather than Jazz Chisholm.
The perks in the Captain Edition are very similar to those in the Digital Deluxe edition. Fans get the same dual entitlement, four days early access, Captain’s Choice Pack, Choice Pack, Special Uniform Pack, Ballplayer Pack, Jazz Chisholm bat skin, and Daily Double rewards. However, it tones down some of the other in-game rewards, offering only two Gold Choice Packs, five Show Packs, and 10,000 Stubs.
To make up for those digital rewards, the Captain Edition provides a few physical rewards: a New EraMLB The Show9FIFTY limited edition baseball cap and aphysical Steelbook case. The Captain Edition comes in at the same price as the Digital Deluxe, $99.99, meaning fans will have to decide whether they prefer the in-game rewards of the Digital Deluxe edition or the limited edition cap and Steelbook of the Captain.
No matter what fans decide,MLB The Showhas plenty of options for gamers at any price point and competition level. For those looking to get early access and tons of early perks to beef up their Diamond Dynasty teams and Road to the Show players, the Digital Deluxe and Captain Edition are perfect. Fans just wanting to get the game and willing to wait a few extra days have the previous and next-gen Standard Edition will give them just that, and a few extra rewards on top of that for preordering.
MLB The Show 23releases March 28 on PS4, PS5, Switch, Xbox One, and Xbox Series X/S.
