Hitting a home run is usually the ultimate play in baseball and a dream of every batter. The only problem is that it’s quite hard to pull it off—consistently. Be it on a real pitch or virtually in MLB The Show 21.

How to improve your power hits in MLB The Show 21

We’re here to help you with the latter by sharing a few tips that will improve your power hits significantly. They include:

1. Ensuring you use the right archetype

Check your archetype and switch it to the slugger. Why? Because it features the highest power boost against pitchers. To make the change, follow these steps:

• Open your profile.
• Choose your loadout.
• On the left of the screen Click X (A on Xbox).
• Select Slugger archetype.

To boost your new power numbers further, choose one or two power perks. The best part is that you unlock better archetypes and perks as you continue playing with the archetype.

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2. Work on your batting stance

In this case, start by adding a one-handed follow-through whenever you Swing. It might take some time to get it right, but it’ll help your player swing to the outfield often. Plus, one-handed swings have more power and less contact.

Secondly, your forward foot directs where the hit balls go. If most of the balls are pulled foul, adjust your player’s front foot so that it’s closer to the plate. On the other hand, if the balls are fouled to the opposite field, pull the front foot away from the plate.

Lastly, if you have issues with high zone and low zone Pitches adjust your stance accordingly. A taller stance should be for high pitches while squatted stance will be perfect for low zone pitches.

3. Get power equipment

If you want your long balls to move even farther load up on equipment that adds to your power. You can pick them while on the loadout page or earn them by playing in Diamond Dynasty or Road to the Show. Good gear gives you a significant advantage over other players.

3. Know when to use the power swing

The best way to hit home runs in MLB The Show successfully at a higher rate is to know when to use you’re your power swing. And, that is on the low pitches. For pitches that are up in the strike zone just use a standard swing to avoid pop-ups.

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4. Time your swings

Focus and time your swings. Leave the junk pitches but strike whatever comes in the zone. Also, strike early on the inside pitches and late on the outside pitches.

5. Be aggressive from the start

You picked a slugger for their swing power prowess. So, why not come out swinging from the first pitch? If it’s a junk pitch you can leave it. But, if it’s hittable give it your best swing.

6. Check the pitcher’s pitches

You can tell a pitcher’s possible pitches by pressing RT/R2. As a result, you’ll know exactly how and when to swing, thus raising your stake to hit home runs in MLB The Show 21 on Xbox.

7. Make use of the home-field advantage

For your home field go for the easiest park to hit home runs. Look for one with high altitudes, small outfields, and short fences. Some solid picks include the Great American Ballpark, U.S Cellular Field, and the Coors Field.

8. Use the Plate Coverage Indicator (PCI)

This is an in-game feature that shows you the contact of the hitter and their plate vision. It works effectively in the following ways:

• You control it using the left analog stick.
• The goal is to try and get it closer to the inner circle for the best contact.
• If you’re using a powerful player, the PCI will show a large upper dot.
• Move the PCI to get the ball closer to that dot. This will get you a well-angled, powerful shot that’s likely to be a homer.
• Your bat timings matter a lot.
• To hit a powerful shot, press square on your play station controller and X on the Xbox controller.

How do you hit a home run every time?

Well, it’s not only hard but nearly impossible to hit a home run with every swing. The best you can do is improve your chances by using the tips and tricks listed above.

Keep in mind that you’re up against competent opponents, and some things are out of your control, e.g. the pitcher’s intensity and style. Also, they can rob a home run.

Other factors that you can influence to hit the ball better in MLB The Show 21 include picking the best hitting interface, using the right swing type for different situations, changing the camera angle, and monitoring the pitcher’s energy and confidence.

How to use home run calls in the MLB The Show 21

One of the best parts about the game is the stadium sounds and homerun calls. You can find them in your inventory under unlockables.

Before settling for a particular sound, you can preview the ones that are available by pressing the square on your play station controller. Also, you can change to a different sound whenever you like.

Conclusion

Now, even with all those tips on how to hit home runs in the MLB The Show 21, you’ll still need to practice. There’re many different factors at play and you must learn how to capitalize on each one of them to your advantage.

We hope you’ll get better at hitting home runs and enjoy the game more. Be sure to share your experience.

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