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About a week after the official release of MLB The Show 26, the early experience has been a mix of small issues and strong gameplay feedback—but overall, things are trending in a positive direction. Now, to keep that momentum going, players are being rewarded with a free Launch Bundle that’s already live across consoles.

The giveaway is available right now on Xbox, PlayStation, and Nintendo Switch, and it doesn’t take much to claim. As listed on the official PlayStation Store and Microsoft Store pages, the bundle includes 10 The Show Packs, an Equipment Pack, and a bonus console-specific bat skin—giving Diamond Dynasty players a quick boost with zero cost attached.

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How to Get the Free Launch Bundle

Claiming the bundle is straightforward, but it’s easy to miss if you’re not looking in the right place.

Start by heading to your console store—Microsoft Store, PlayStation Store, or Nintendo eShop. From there, search for MLB The Show 26 and navigate to the game’s add-ons section. The “Launch Bundle” should appear as a free download option.

Once you find it, simply select it and hit “Get” (or “Download”). On Xbox, you’ll see a confirmation message once it’s redeemed. On PlayStation, it may prompt a PlayStation Plus check before allowing access. On Nintendo Switch, the bundle should appear in the eShop add-ons tied to your account.

After downloading, the rewards should automatically appear in your account the next time you load into Diamond Dynasty.

What’s Included in the Bundle

The free pack is simple but valuable, especially early in the game cycle:

  • 10 The Show Packs
  • 1 Equipment Pack
  • Exclusive bat skin (console-specific)

That’s enough for a quick roster boost or a shot at pulling an early Diamond, even if pack luck doesn’t always cooperate.

Worth Claiming?

There’s really no downside here. Even if the pulls don’t hit, free packs are free packs—and this is an easy way to stack inventory without grinding or spending stubs.

With content continuing to roll out and more players jumping into Diamond Dynasty, this kind of giveaway feels like a smart early-cycle move. If you haven’t claimed it yet, it’s sitting there waiting.

This article first appeared on Athlon Sports and was syndicated with permission.

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