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@ericulous1_xbl

Agree 1000000%.

If it’s any consolation, I had a brief survey request in my inbox. I took them to task on not having enough offline XP. I just finished Lou Gehrig conquest. All programs, cornerstone and spotlights done. I’m at 81k.

I’ve been playing a game or two of my 9-inning Cityscape mini season. It’s taking forever, which I’m actually enjoying. The other thing I’m doing is vs CPU games to finish the first “level” of TA. Still have about 10 teams to go there. (Mainly need total bases to finish them).

@rubicante23_psn what would make me happier is a conquest or mini season that had repeatable XP in it. Like 10k (or even more) for repeating it. I mentioned it once before: do a 28 game 9 inning mini season and get 100k for winning. (Why not?).

I’ve always found this part of the game confusing. I’ve tried to get into it a bit more this year. Have listened to a podcast or two (extremely rare for me) to see how it’s done. Have some investments already bought. Can’t wait to see how they will go on Friday

Many of the guys getting potential updates are already priced as such in the AH.

@jdhalfrack_psn

Offline only here as well. Happens to me ALL THE TIME. I put it down to the CPU deciding it’s time for the other team to get a hit/score a run/hit a homer.

I literally say out loud, “if a MLB pitcher missed that badly, they’d be in the minors.”

This happened to me last night. I went into another mode (RTTS?) of The Show and immediately backed out.

Tried DD again and was able to get in.

@finn_scotus_psn

Yup. This is where I am as well. Leaning towards giving next year a miss to “send a message”. As small as it may be.

I have to laugh. ….

Most of the responses here:

I got it …”took me 20 minutes, 45, an hour”…or I ”got it on my 20th, 30th attempt”.

A MOMENT ON VETERAN SHOULD TAKE 1-5 TRIES!!!

If it takes longer than that, it’s nerfed or (in this case) a troll by SDS.

As an aside, I just listened to “The Business Review”. He calls us casuals, “lifers” (meaning we have a life outside the game). He also says SDS is definitely sticking it to the “lifers” this year with the investing nerfs, the “glitch” and the bad content. Very interesting observation.

For me, it’s not so much the moment…..

But with all the “issues” (using that term very lightly ) so far this year with the game, you’d think SDS would say, 3 hits…Ok. 4 at bats…ok. 97 Roger Clemens….nah, let’s give ‘em the 82/83 version instead.

My favorite is the uniform isn’t a Red Sox, but has a silver sparkly sheen to it that is distracting.

Yes, an unnecessarily difficult moment.

And, already several “git gud” responses. Those are my favorites.

These kinds of moments [censored] me off to no end.

Three hits is bad enough. 4 at bats is bad enough. Against, at least, 2 at bats vs 97 Clemens??

I mean, SDS is just about telling me: you ain’t getting this Paul O’Neill card.

Seriously, with ALL the nonsense this version of the show has, can’t SDS just throw us a bone?

Yeah, the app is definitely messed up. Store tab and auction house tabs aren’t working at all.

@blaiseblaise_psn

Yes, it’s legit. Just asked me to update mine. Works fine now. I was getting the spinning wheel before.

@teak2112_mlbts

On a roll today (in multiple threads)…..

@victoryphoenix_psn

Yes sir! Nailed it.

@dbrooks1869_psn

I’ll add some context as well…

I’ve been a player of the Show since ‘21. I can only recall ONE occasion not finishing the Season/Inning prior to this year. Playing strictly offline. Mostly on Rookie (to be honest).

There’s no question offline play has been nerfed in ‘26….

Last update for this Inning. Grinded a bunch of Cityscape 9 inning games. Also played some vs CPU to get a couple of TA teams to 50%. Got up to 343k. Still 57k short.

That’s 0-3 for me for earning any of the bosses. Not a happy camper at all with MLB The Show 26.

Played my final game tonight. Again, 9-inning mini season. Won 14-0. Lots of K’s. A Shutout. A save. Homers, doubles and lots of steals. All for …..2700 XP and no card(s) or packs toward a Collection, either.

Ridiculous is not the word. Time to open up the XP and rewards, SDS. Stop hoarding them. Seriously.

I agree with @dolenz_psn and @ref479ode_psn

The only thing that works is to ban the most “egregious” exploiters. (I’ll let SDS determine “egregious” as they surely have the data)

I’ll differ with @ref479ode_psn that the ban should be for the entire year of mlb the show 26.

SDS should be extremely public about it (after it’s done) on all known social media platforms they frequent. A stern warning should also follow about future “exploits”.

After that, some sort of “make right” for the rest of us is in order. But only after MANY bans.

SDS needs to start working on player retention for MLB the show 27. The sooner they start, the better. This version of 26 is all about 27 at this point. Try and get the “bad taste” out of our mouths over this years game.

@whitejw98_psn

No worries! You won’t be the only one buying that card.

@jdhalfrack_psn

Again, thanks for taking the time to explain. I guess I just need to play more! Ha ha.

Of course, the 9-inning 28 game mini season is new (for me). Have always done the 3-inning variety.

I am asking this question out loud (not to you specifically): what’s the harm in giving out excess XP each inning? I don’t understand why SDS is “gate keeping “ it ( so to speak). A happy “customer” is more likely to spend money than an unhappy one.

I’ll edit to add that it shouldn’t be that difficult, right?

Figure out the number of offline programs ( include one run of a Conquest map and a mini season as a “program”) in an Inning and divide that number into 400k. Maybe add a bit extra “because”.

Do the same for online programs. Those that do both, finish faster and get additional wheel spins.

I mean, just low hanging fruit. Not hard. (Shrugs).

@jdhalfrack_psn

Thanks a million for your write up! I’ve started a 9-inning 28 game mini season (cityscapes). I can only do a game or two a night (but I’m ok with that).

I play my home games at Coors Field. I occasionally score as many runs as you do, but usually in the 10-15 run range. Yes, speed on the bench. And yes, 3-inning saves.

My question. What level do you play on? I’m veteran strictly. I suspect you play on a higher level than that.

Again, thanks for taking the time!! Much appreciated.