You! Yes You! Become a Pixelated Superstar in MLB The Show 23
Ever dreamt of rounding the bases at Fenway Park with a face that could launch a thousand fastballs? Well, dream no more, my friend! MLB The Show 23 offers the revolutionary (and slightly terrifying) ability to scan your actual face and import it into the game.
That's right. You can go from couch potato to created player in a matter of minutes, leaving your opponents wondering if they just got struck out by a living legend...or a slightly sweaty dude with a questionable goatee.
But before you go plastering your mug all over the digital diamond, there are a few things you need to know. Fear not, for I, your friendly neighborhood guide to all things facial-scan-related, am here to break it down.
Appy Days: Downloading the MLB The Show Companion App
First things first, you'll need to download the MLB The Show Companion App. Think of it as your digital passport to the world of face scanning. It's available on both iOS and Android, so no one gets left out (except maybe those flip phone enthusiasts...sorry, grandma).
The Great Face Scan Odyssey: Here's How it Works
Alright, let's dive into the nitty-gritty. Here's a step-by-step guide to becoming a pixelated baseball phenom:
- Fire Up the App: Launch the MLB The Show Companion App and sign in with your MLB The Show account.
- Find Your Face: Look for the "Face Scan" option, usually tucked away in a corner like a shy freshman at a dance.
- Agree (or Disagree) with the Fine Print: There will be some terms and conditions. You know, the usual stuff about how your face might be used to sell baseball hats with your likeness on them (pure speculation, but hey, anything's possible). Read them carefully (or not, we won't judge), then hit agree if you're cool with it.
- Download the Secret Weapon: The app will ask you to download an additional "Face Skin" thingy. Don't worry, it's not some kind of creepy digital moisturizer. It just helps make your in-game face look a little less...plastic-y.
- Prepare for Your Close-Up: The app will fire up your phone's camera. Make sure you're in a well-lit area and avoid looking like you just saw a fastball coming straight for your nose (unless that's the look you're going for).
- Strike a Pose (or Don't): The app will give you instructions on how to position your face within a weird digital oval. Follow them (kind of), but feel free to add a little pizazz. Maybe a wink? A sassy eyebrow raise? The possibilities are endless (well, almost).
- Snap That Selfie (or Not-Selfie): The app will take a photo of your glorious visage. If you don't like it, don't fret! You can retake it until you get your perfect baseball-card pose.
- The Waiting Game (Maybe): Once you're happy with your face scan, the app will upload it to the MLB The Show mothership. This might take a while, so grab a snack, watch some highlights, or contemplate the existential dread of having your face immortalized in a video game.
The Big Reveal: Behold! You in Pixelated Glory!
Once the upload is complete, boot up MLB The Show 23 and head over to your created player. There you are, in all your digital glory! Sure, you might look a little...off. Like a slightly melted version of yourself. But hey, that's the beauty of video games, right?
Troubleshooting Tips:
- If your face looks like it belongs in a Picasso painting, try rescanning in better lighting.
- Still look like a gremlin? Maybe a different hairstyle in the game will do the trick.
- Ultimately, if all else fails, embrace the weirdness. After all, who wouldn't want to strike fear into the hearts of opposing pitchers with their uncanny, pixelated visage?
So there you have it! Now you're all set to take the baseball world by storm...or at least provide some amusement for your online opponents. Remember, confidence is key. Rock that pixelated face with pride!