Under the Lights (Except When It's Not): A Guide to Night Games in MLB the Show (That May Not Actually Be Night Games)
Ah, the majesty of a night game at the ballpark. The crack of the bat echoing under the stadium lights, the smell of popcorn mingling with freshly cut grass... except, wait, your screen is glowing an aggressive daytime white and you can practically hear the birds chirping outside. Welcome to the delightful world of MLB the Show's night game...situation.
Why the Long Face, Sunshine?
You've set the time for 7:05 PM, a prime night game slot. You're ready to channel your inner Ken Griffey Jr. under the Friday night lights. But here's the thing: MLB the Show, bless its heart, can be a bit shy about full-on darkness. More often than not, you'll end up with a weirdly extended sunset that stretches further than a reality TV finale.
So How Do We Embrace Our Inner Night Owl?
Fear not, fellow gamers! While we may not have a magic switch for full-blown night games (yet!), here are a few ways to enhance the night game experience:
- Embrace the Twilight: Look, that extended sunset does have a certain charm. Think of it as a cinematic slow-burn leading to a glorious homerun (or a strikeout, hey, we can't all be winners).
- Channel Your Inner Director: MLB the Show has some fantastic camera angles. Play around with them! Maybe a tight close-up on the pitcher for that "tunnel vision" feel, or a dramatic high shot to emphasize the vastness of the stadium (even if it's still bathed in the glow of a never-ending sunset).
- Lighten Up (Literally): Okay, you can't adjust the in-game lighting, but you can adjust your surroundings! Dim the lights in your room, light some candles (bonus points for stadium-scented ones, if those exist), and create your own ballpark ambience.
- The Power of Suggestion: Put on some epic night game sound effects! Crank up the crowd noise, the crack of the bat, and maybe even some crickets chirping for good measure.
The Final Out:
Look, we all crave the full Friday night lights experience in MLB the Show. But hey, until then, let's embrace the quirks and get creative. After all, isn't that what being a baseball fan (and gamer) is all about? Besides, who knows, maybe MLB the Show will answer our night game prayers one day. Until then, raise a (virtual) glass to the beauty of the... extended sunset?
