While it’d never say it publicly, developer San Diego Studio knows Diamond Dynasty is MLB The Show 25’s bread and butter. This is the mode that undoubtedly gets the most engagement – and makes the most money.

It’s no surprise to see it go hard on this year’s version of the team-building mode, then – especially after last year’s Sets and Seasons system was so poorly received by the community that the company had to effectively come out and apologise.

Perhaps most pertinent to readers of this website, a new board game-style single player mode will see you exploring a map and completing challenges to earn rewards and a type of currency called Peanuts. You’ll be able to exchange these for perks.

For the competitive players among you, a new Weekend series will test the best of the best, and will offer the most appealing rewards.