The PXP Struggle is Real: How to Level Up Your Diamond Dynasty Squad Without Crying (Too Much)
Ah, PXP. The lifeblood of MLB The Show 23's Diamond Dynasty, and also the source of more controller-throwing rage than a dropped foul ball. You need that sweet, sweet PXP to level up your favorite players, but let's be honest, grinding it out can feel about as exciting as watching paint dry (although, let's face it, watching some pitchers work these days can be just as thrilling).
Fear not, fellow baseball fanatics! This guide will be your roadmap to PXP paradise, filled with tips, tricks, and enough snark to keep you chuckling while you crush dingers.
Hitting Your Way to PXP Glory
- Become a Base Hit Machine: You might not be launching moonshots every at-bat, but singles add up, folks! Think of yourself as a ground ball magician, a maestro of the blooper, a Picasso with a bat – anything to get on base and rack up those precious PXP points.
- The Stolen Base Shuffle: Feeling spry? Stealing bases is a great way to boost your PXP and maybe even get under the opposing pitcher's skin (who doesn't love a good old-fashioned stolen base dance celebration?). Just remember, don't get caught napping at third!
- Be Patient, Grasshopper: Walking might not be the most exciting play, but it's a surefire way to get on base and rack up that PXP. Plus, it drives the pitcher crazy – bonus points for mental warfare!
Pitching Your Way to PXP Domination
- Strikeout City, Population: You: Strikeouts are your best friend when it comes to pitching PXP. Mow down those batters like a lawnmower on high octane and watch your PXP soar. Just be careful not to develop carpal tunnel in the process.
- The Complete Game Grift: Pitching a complete game is a PXP bonanza, but let's be real, it ain't easy. If you can manage it, though, you'll be swimming in PXP like Scrooge McDuck in a vault full of baseball cards.
- The Art of the Quality Start: Don't have the stamina for a complete game? No worries! A quality start (pitching at least 6 innings with 3 earned runs or less) is a solid consolation prize in the PXP department.
Beyond the Basics: PXP Hacks for the Savvy Player
- Difficulty Dial it Up: Feeling like a baseball savant? Cranking up the difficulty in offline modes grants you a PXP bonus. Just remember, with great power comes great responsibility (and maybe a few more controller-throwing incidents).
- The Conquest Hustle: Conquest mode is your PXP playground. Capturing territories and winning games nets you a nice chunk of PXP, plus it's a fun way to test your skills against the AI.
- The Online Arena: Online play offers a hefty PXP multiplier, but beware, the competition is fierce. If you're feeling confident, dive into ranked seasons or events, but if you're still mastering the basics, maybe stick to offline for now.
Remember: Earning PXP is a marathon, not a sprint. Pace yourself, have fun, and maybe take a break to cool off your controller every now and then. After all, the only thing worse than not having PXP is having PXP and a broken controller from rage-quitting. Now get out there and dominate the diamond, my friend!
