MLB Advanced Media and Sony Interactive Entertainment have confirmed a release date for MLB The Show 26, which is coming to Nintendo Switch.
Aaron Judge has been revealed as the game’s cover star, on which he wears his Team USA World Baseball Classic uniform, and, with the developer promising “updates on the features you know and love, plus a few special surprises,” you will have to wait until Tuesday 3 February to catch the first gameplay trailer.
“This year, MLB The Show is all about leaving your mark like never before. More than any single game, it’s about The Journey. It starts by putting in the hard work in high school, with a continuous drive to be better than the day before and a hunger for a Hall of Fame career,” the game’s announcement outlines. “That drive was top of mind throughout the development of this year’s game, which is why San Diego Studio and MLB The Show are proud to welcome back 3X American League MVP, Aaron Judge.”
“His journey has taken him from high school to college, then the minors to the majors, and on to the world stage. We’ve mirrored the same journey in our game, striving to create the most authentic MLB experience outside of actually being on the field.
“Aaron continues to rewrite history. He was our cover athlete in 2018, after a record-breaking rookie year in 2017. He’s now a 3-time AL MVP, 7-time All-Star, 5-time Silver Slugger award winner, AL single-season home run record holder with 62 homers, and the 2026 Team USA World Baseball Classic Captain. These are just a few highlights from his long list of achievements, and Aaron’s performances have not only inspired players on the diamond, but athletes and fans around the world. We’re excited to have him back as the cover athlete of MLB The Show 26. It’s now up to you, how will you leave your mark?”
MLB The Show 26 will be released at retail and digitally on the Nintendo eShop for Nintendo Switch worldwide on 17 March 2026. The Digital Deluxe Edition will grant you four days of Early Access, which will start on 13 March 2026.
