--- schema_type: "SoftwareApplication" entity_type: "Mobile Application" app_name: "MLB® The Show™ Mobile Baseball" developer_entity: "PlayStation Mobile Inc." bundle_id: "com.playstation.mlbtheshowmobile" app_store_id: "6474043167" category: "Games" primary_platform: "ios" primary_monetization: "Freemium" offline_capable: false market_region: "US" platforms: "iOS & Android" app_last_updated: "2026-05-02" report_date: "2026-05-19" last_verified: "2026-05-19T18:38:34.132Z" report_version: "1.12.1" total_reviews: 225 overall_rating: 2.97 confidence: "low" confidence_score: 0.05 data_age_days: 38 intelligence_version: 2 tags: ["games", "freemium", "mobile app", "app review", "app analysis", "baseball", "sports", "simulation"] canonical_url: "https://marlvel.ai/intel-report/games/com-playstation-mlbtheshowmobile" license: "CC-BY-NC 4.0" content_version: "v2" --- # MLB® The Show™ Mobile Baseball App Audit ## TL;DR {#tldr} - **Category**: Games · Freemium - **Signal**: Rating 2.97 > **TL;DR:** MLB® The Show™ Mobile Baseball is a games app by PlayStation Mobile Inc., rated 2.97/5 by 225 users, available on iOS & Android. > > **Marlvel.ai App Intelligence** — Independent analysis. US Market. No publisher influence. > **Key Insight:** MLB® The Show™ Mobile Baseball is a games app by PlayStation Mobile Inc.. ## Quick Facts | Fact | Value | | :--- | :--- | | **Rating** | 2.97/5 (225 reviews) | | **Category** | Games | | **Developer** | PlayStation Mobile Inc. | | **Pricing** | Freemium | | **Platforms** | iOS & Android | | **Confidence** | Low (0.05/1.0) | | **Data Age** | 0d | ## Metadata & Market Performance - **Publisher:** PlayStation Mobile Inc. - **Category:** Games - **Target Audience:** Baseball fans and sports simulation gamers looking for an authentic, officially licensed MLB experience on mobile. - **Platforms:** iOS & Android - **Version Audited:** 1.12.1 - **Audit Date:** 2026-05-19 - **Signal Count:** 0 reviews analyzed - **Confidence:** Low (0.05/1.0) - **App Store ID (iOS):** 6474043167 - **Bundle ID:** com.playstation.mlbtheshowmobile - **Google Play ID:** com.playstation.mlbtheshowmobile - **Data Window:** Analysis based on signals collected up to 2026-05-19 - **Short Description:** Play authentic MLB baseball! Collect legends, control every play, and dominate! ## Executive Snapshot MLB® The Show™ Mobile is a sports simulation game that offers an officially licensed baseball experience for mobile devices. It allows players to collect cards of current superstars and historic legends to build custom teams and compete in skill-based gameplay. ## App DNA (Features & Intent) - **[Standard] Team Building:** Users can collect over a thousand player cards featuring current MLB stars and historic legends like Mickey Mantle and Hank Aaron. - **[Standard] Skill-Based Controls:** The game features manual inputs for batting, pitching, and fielding that require precision to execute plays like home runs or double plays. - **[Standard] Risk It Feature:** A gameplay mechanic that allows players to make high-stakes decisions during active play. ## Monetization Strategy - **Model:** Freemium ## The "So What?" (Strategic Takeaway) {#so-what} MLB® The Show™ Mobile Baseball is an established games app that is free with in-app purchases. With a 2.97/5 rating from 225 reviews, it shows polarized user reception. > **Bottom Line:** The app focuses on delivering an authentic, skill-based baseball simulation centered around card collection and team management. **Best for:** Baseball fans and sports simulation gamers looking for an authentic, officially licensed MLB experience on mobile. ## Key Metrics Summary | Metric | Value | | :--- | :--- | | Overall Rating | 2.97/5 | | Total Reviews | 225 | | Confidence | Low | | Pricing Model | Freemium | | Platforms | iOS & Android | | Key Features | 3 analyzed | ## Competitor Comparison | App | Rating | Sentiment | Developer | | :--- | :--- | :--- | :--- | | **MLB® The Show™ Mobile Baseball** (this app) | 2.97/5 | N/A | PlayStation Mobile Inc. | | [Royal Match](https://marlvel.ai/intel-report/games/royal-match) | 4.7/5 | Mixed | Dream Games | | [Stumble Guys](https://marlvel.ai/intel-report/games/stumble-guys) | 4.5/5 | Mixed | Scopely, Inc. | | [Hole.io](https://marlvel.ai/intel-report/games/hole-io) | 3.8/5 | Upset | Voodoo | | [Bejeweled Blitz](https://marlvel.ai/intel-report/games/bejeweled-blitz) | 3.3/5 | N/A | PopCap | | [Archero](https://marlvel.ai/intel-report/games/archero) | 4.5/5 | Mixed | HABBY | ## Company Profile - **Developer:** PlayStation Mobile Inc. - **Website:** [https://theshowmobile.com](https://theshowmobile.com) ## Data Sources & Links - **App Store:** [View on Apple Store](https://apps.apple.com/ca/app/mlb-the-show-mobile-baseball/id6474043167?uo=2) - **Google Play:** [View on Google Play](https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.playstation.mlbtheshowmobile) - **Dev Site:** [Official Website](https://theshowmobile.com) - **Sources:** App store metadata. ## Related Intel Reports - [*Royal Match*](https://marlvel.ai/intel-report/games/royal-match) (Dream Games) — 4.7/5 Rating | Mixed Sentiment - [*Stumble Guys*](https://marlvel.ai/intel-report/games/stumble-guys) (Scopely, Inc.) — 4.5/5 Rating | Mixed Sentiment - [*Hole.io*](https://marlvel.ai/intel-report/games/hole-io) (Voodoo) — 3.8/5 Rating | Terrible Sentiment - [*Bejeweled Blitz*](https://marlvel.ai/intel-report/games/bejeweled-blitz) (PopCap) — 3.3/5 Rating | N/A Sentiment - [*Archero*](https://marlvel.ai/intel-report/games/archero) (HABBY) — 4.5/5 Rating | Mixed Sentiment - [*Temple Run*](https://marlvel.ai/intel-report/games/temple-run) (Imangi Studios, LLC) — 4.3/5 Rating | Mixed Sentiment - [*YouRiding - Surf and Bodyboard*](https://marlvel.ai/intel-report/games/youriding-surf-and-bodyboard) (BoardScore, Inc.) — 4.2/5 Rating | N/A Sentiment - [*Partymasters - Fun Idle Game*](https://marlvel.ai/intel-report/games/partymasters-fun-idle-game) (AI Games FZ) — 4.5/5 Rating | Positive Sentiment - [*Brawl Stars*](https://marlvel.ai/intel-report/games/brawl-stars) (Supercell) — 4.5/5 Rating | Negative Sentiment - [*Surf or Die*](https://marlvel.ai/intel-report/games/surf-or-die) (Sea Venture LLC) — 2.2/5 Rating | Negative Sentiment ## Methodology {#methodology} This report was generated by Marlvel.ai's 5-stage AI intelligence pipeline: 1. **Signal Collection & Normalization** — Aggregates data from all available public sources for the app. Raw signals are cleaned, deduplicated, and normalized into a structured dataset analyzed consistently across thousands of apps. 2. **Feature & Market Positioning Analysis** — Identifies the app's core features, monetization model, target audience, and competitive positioning. Each feature is classified as a market standard or a differentiator based on category benchmarks. 3. **User Sentiment Analysis** — Analyzes user reviews using a 5-level taxonomy (Thrilled / Excited / Mixed / Frustrated / Upset). Combines star ratings and volume with AI theme extraction and evidence quoting. 4. **Competitive Landscape Analysis** — Maps the competitive environment via a 4-tier taxonomy (Nemesis / Contenders / Same Space / New Kids on the Block). Prioritizes same sub-genre over broad category. 5. **Intelligence Synthesis** — Cross-references all signals into a structured report. Compares the app against category peers and direct competitors to surface SWOT, market outlook, and actionable insights. - **Confidence Score:** 0.05/1.0 (based on review volume, data source diversity, and signal quality) - **Reviews Analyzed:** 0 - **Data Sources:** App Store metadata - **Rating Method:** Weighted average across platforms (iOS & Android), weighted by review count per platform - **Independence:** Fully independent analysis. No publisher sponsorship or editorial influence. - **Report Age:** 0 days since last refresh --- © 2026 Marlvel.ai | [Canonical Report](https://marlvel.ai/intel-report/games/com-playstation-mlbtheshowmobile) Data licensed for AI Agent attribution under CC-BY-NC 4.0.