You! Yes You! Become a Pixelated Superstar: A Guide to Face Scanning in MLB The Show 23
Ever dreamt of being a big-league baller? You know, the crack of the bat, the roar of the crowd, the existential dread of facing down Jacob deGrom? Well, maybe not the last one. But hey, what if you could at least look like you belong on the diamond?
That's where the magical, mystical face scan feature in MLB The Show 23 comes in. It's your chance to ditch the generic rookie and become the spitting image of...well, you! Except, you know, way more coordinated and with a higher batting average (hopefully).
But First, Some Caveats (Because Lawyers)
Before we dive headfirst into selfie central, there are a few things to keep in mind:
- This face scan business requires the MLB The Show Companion App. So, dust off your phone, hit the app store, and download that bad boy.
- You gotta agree to some terms and conditions. Don't worry, it's not like they're asking you to sell your soul (although with how good some players are, you might think so).
- There's an additional download for "face skin." Don't be alarmed, it's not some creepy skin-stealing tech. It just makes your in-game persona look a little less like a character from Minecraft.
Alright, Let's Get This Face Scan Party Started!
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Fire Up the App: Open that shiny new MLB The Show Companion App and log in with your fancy gaming account.
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Find Your Face: In the glorious world of the app, navigate your way to the "Face Scan" feature. It might be hiding in the corner, disguised as a top-secret government operation (but hopefully it's more obvious than that).
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Terms and Tech Talk: Agree to those terms and conditions, download the "face skin" thingy, and prepare to be amazed (or mildly horrified) by your own reflection on the screen.
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Strike a Pose (But Not Too Dramatic): Here comes the fun part! Hold your phone nice and steady, with your beautiful face centered in that oval guide. Remember, you're not auditioning for a shampoo commercial, so ditch the windblown hair and fake smile. Just be yourself (the slightly nervous, phone-wielding version of yourself).
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The Camera Clicks, You Don't Blink: The app will take a picture, analyzing your face for baseball superstardom potential. Don't worry if it takes a few tries – even Mike Trout needs multiple takes for his baseball cards, right?
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The Waiting Game (Maybe Play a Quick Game While You Wait?): Once you've got a decent face scan, it'll be uploaded to the game. This might take a while, so consider it your chance to practice your pitching windup or perfect your imaginary walk-off home run celebration.
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Voila! You're In the Game!: Boot up MLB The Show 23 and head to your created ballplayer. If everything went according to plan, your glorious mug should be staring back at you from the screen.
Troubleshooting Tips for the Frustrated Face Scanner
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Lighting is Key: Don't try this face scan in a dimly lit cave (unless you're going for the mysterious "Batman" look for your player). Find some good lighting to ensure the app can capture your facial features properly.
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Smile (or Don't, It's Up to You): The app might give you grief if your face is contorted into a grimace. Relax, take a deep breath, and maybe even channel your inner Ken Griffey Jr. smile (that man could light up a stadium with his pearly whites).
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Hats Off, Hair Down: While a backwards cap might scream "baseball player," it can also obscure your glorious face during the scan. Take it off for the process, and worry about looking cool later.
You Did It! Now Go Out There and Be a Superstar (Virtually)
There you have it, folks! With a little effort and a whole lot of selfie courage, you've transformed yourself into a digital baseball legend. Now get out there, crush some dingers, and make your pixelated parents proud!
