It’s the pre-season for MLB The Show 26 right now, with everyone thinking about what they’ll do when they get the game and get started. If the anticipation is getting the better of you, check out MLB The Show 26 early access and when you can play it.
Just like last year, if you need your baseball fix sooner than most, the opportunity is there, but it requires a bit more money than you’d pay for the Standard Edition. Find out everything you need to know about MLB The Show 26 early access.
How To Get MLB The Show 26 Early Access & Cost
The only way to get MLB The Show 26 early access is to pre-order the Deluxe Edition, which costs $99.99.
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Firstly, here’s a quick rundown of how to get early access:
- Go to The Show website.
- Click on the unmissable Pre-Order Now button.
- Make sure you have the Deluxe Edition option selected.
- Scroll down and decide if you’re buying it on PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X|S, or Nintendo Switch.
- Head to the Retailer Link.
- Complete your purchase.
Here are the key points to know:
- MLB The Show 26 is a special bonus for those who buy the Deluxe Edition.
- You get up to 4 days of early access, along with other bonuses.
- It’s digital-only.
- It costs $99.99 / £79.99.
For context, the Standard Edition is $69.99, so early access comes at a premium.
When Does MLB The Show 26 Early Access Start? Release Date, Explained
You can start preparing for MLB The Show 26, as its early access gets underway on March 12 at 9 PM PT.
Aside from getting to grips with the new gameplay to give yourself an edge in multiplayer, if this is one of the main games you’ll play for the next 12 months, it should be a no-brainer of a purchase.
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For a full deepdive into the early access dates and times, check out our detailed table here.
| Region / Time Zone | MLB The Show 26 Early Access Release Dates & Release Times |
|---|---|
| Pacific Time (PT) | 9:00 PM—March 12 |
| Central Time (CT) | 11:00 PM—March 12 |
| Eastern Time (ET) | 12:00 AM—March 13 |
| Brasilia Time (BRT) | 1:00 AM—March 13 |
| Greenwich Mean Time (GMT) | 4:00 AM—March 13 |
| Central European Time (CET) | 5:00 AM—March 13 |
| China Standard Time (CST) | 12:00 PM—March 13 |
| Korean Standard Time (KST) | 1:00 PM—March 13 |
| Japan Standard Time (JST) | 1:00 PM—March 13 |
| Australian Eastern Time (AET) | 3:00 PM—March 13 |
| New Zealand Daylight Time (NZDT) | 5:00 PM—March 13 |
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