MLB The Show 21 Game Update 5 patch notes

MLB The Show 21 has just released game update 5 for the PlayStation 4, PlayStation 5, Xbox One, and Xbox Series X this morning at around 7:00 am EST. The update includes many fixes to various game modes like Diamond Dynasty, RTTS, and Franchise, along with some changes to the Stadiums and Stadium Creator and UI. There’s no significant new content with this one, so don’t expect too much on that front, but it’s good to see them address a few of the bugs that have been around since launch.

MLB The Show 21 Game Update 5 patch notes

Here’s a complete list of MLB The Show 21 Game Update 5 patch notes as per the official website:

GAMEPLAY

• The bat will no longer pass through the ball on “too late” swings
• Fixed an issue with the bat would move strangely on late check swings
• Fixed a bug where the catcher would occasionally not field a ball after a dropped strike
• Fixed a bug that could freeze the game online after a pitchout
• Fixed a crash that would occasionally happen when swinging and missing on a pitch in the dirt
• Runners will not turn around on a steal home if they will be safe when pressing R2
• Fixed an issue that would cause runners to run out of the base path
• Fixed a bug that would cause out of position catchers to play a “dropped ball” animation when tagging at home, resulting in a missed tag
• Fixed an issue where subbing a fielder in Extra Innings caused the CPU to lose a baserunner

There are no hitting or gameplay balance changes in this update.

DIAMOND DYNASTY

• Fixed a bug when the wrong uniform would show in Extra Innings
• Fixed an issue where a user would “Quick Sell” when trying to sell now with quick actions

ROAD TO THE SHOW

• Fixed an issue where attributes from equipment were not being applied in game
• Fixed an issue that would prevent stat earnings from archetype missions
• Fixed a bug where it would show the user’s position for the next game as “Pinch Hitter”
• The correct stats will now display in the Rookie of the Year award
• Fixed an issue where a CPU outfielder would stop and not react to an oncoming ball
• User will no longer be only a bench player when called to the MLB
• Fixed OSD text for RTTS championship wins to address minor league name changes

FRANCHISE

• Fixed in-game saves for Custom Franchise and Stadium Creator
• Fixed an issue that prevented eligible players who came off of the injured list during the playoffs from being added to the playoff roster

STADIUMS

• Various updates to numerous stadiums, including lighting, dirt, netting, etc
• Great American Ballpark home and visitor bullpens have been swapped

STADIUM CREATOR

• Various tweaks and improvements made to Snap Mode
• Fixed an issue that would warn the user of a “Blank Canvas” when not using one
• Various prop fixes

USER INTERFACE

• Fixed a bug that would reset the pause timer indefinitely while in game
• Moved the marketplace notification, again, to the top-right corner of the screen to prevent Stub and profile overlap
• Correct year now appears for player stats in the Roster Update screen
• Fixed an issue with the “Hits Allowed” career stat on the Pitching Matchup loading screen
• Inside Edge boosts for pitchers now display above the correct Player Card attributes
• Minor UI adjustments to the RTTS and Diamond Dynasty menus