Okay, so I’ve been diving deep into MLB The Show 23 lately, and let me tell you, getting all those trophies is a grind, but a fun one! I figured I’d share my experience and how I went about tackling this beast.
Getting Started
First things first, I jumped into the game without really thinking about trophies. I just wanted to play some baseball! I messed around with different modes, like Road to the Show and Diamond Dynasty. Got a feel for the controls, the different pitching styles, hitting mechanics… you know, the basics.
Focusing on the Easy Stuff
After a few days of casual play, I decided to peek at the trophy list. There are a bunch that are pretty straightforward, like hitting a home run, striking out a batter, winning a game, playing different game modes, and basic stuff. I knocked those out pretty quick, just by playing naturally. It’s a nice way to get a little dopamine rush while you’re learning the ropes. I started ticking off those basic trophies. It felt good!
Diving into Specific Modes
Then came the mode-specific trophies. Road to the Show has a bunch, like getting drafted, making it to the majors, hitting certain milestones. Diamond Dynasty has its own set, requiring you to collect players, complete programs, win games online, etc. For example:
- In Road to the Show, I focused on improving my player’s stats, making good choices in the dialogue options, and performing well in games.
- For Diamond Dynasty, I spent time building a solid team, grinding through Conquest maps, and playing some online matches.
The Grind Begins
This is where the real work started. Some trophies are just time-consuming. Like, collecting a crazy number of cards in Diamond Dynasty, or reaching certain career milestones in Road to the Show. I just had to put in the hours. There’s no real shortcut, you just gotta play, play, play.
Tackling the Tough Ones
Okay, here’s where I hit some walls. There are a few trophies that are genuinely difficult. Like, hitting for the cycle (single, double, triple, and home run in one game), or pitching a perfect game. These require skill, patience, and a bit of luck. I remember spending hours just trying to hit for the cycle. I finally got it after, like, 50 attempts. It was frustrating, but man, it felt amazing when I finally did it!
The “perfect game” trophy… yeah, I’m still working on that one. It’s TOUGH.
My Advice?
Just enjoy the game! Don’t get too bogged down in the trophy list at first. Play around, learn the mechanics, and have fun. The easier trophies will come naturally. Then, once you’re comfortable, you can start targeting the more specific and challenging ones. Don’t be afraid to look up guides or videos online if you’re stuck – there’s a great community out there, and plenty of people have shared their tips and tricks. Good Luck!
