How to Stop MLB The Show 26 Disconnects on PS5

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If you're playing MLB The Show 26 on PS5 and keep getting disconnected, it can ruin your games. The good news is that most disconnects are caused by network or console settings, not your internet speed. Here’s how to fix them quickly.

Immediate In-Game Fixes

1. Turn Off Cross-Play
Cross-platform matchmaking can sometimes make your game unstable. Many players report fewer disconnects when cross-play is off.
How to: Click your profile icon at the top-left of the Diamond Dynasty screen and toggle Cross Play to Off.

2. Disable 120Hz Output
Some users see the “Network Error” screen when 120Hz output is enabled. Switching it off often solves this.
How to: Go to Settings > Screen and Video > Video Output and turn Enable 120Hz Output to Off.

Network & Hardware Troubleshooting

1. Use a Wired Connection
Wi-Fi can drop packets and cause sudden disconnects. An Ethernet cable gives a stable connection that sports games like MLB The Show need.

2. Change DNS Settings
Sometimes your ISP routes traffic poorly. A manual DNS can help.
How to:

Go to Settings > Network > Set Up Internet Connection
Select your network → Advanced Settings → DNS Settings → Manual
Enter Primary DNS: 8.8.8.8 and Secondary DNS: 8.8.4.4

3. Bridge Mode for Optimum Users
Players with Optimum internet sometimes see issues because of the gateway. Setting the modem to Bridge Mode and using your own router can stabilize the connection.

4. Clear System Cache
Turn off the PS5 completely (don’t use Rest Mode) and unplug it for at least 60 seconds. This clears temporary files that may interfere with server connections.

Check Server Status

Before trying anything extreme, make sure the servers aren’t down:

Check the official MLB The Show X (Twitter) page for maintenance alerts.
Use trackers like DownDetector to see if other players are having the same problems.

Following these steps usually fixes most disconnects and makes online play much smoother. If problems persist after trying everything, the issue might be with your ISP or temporary server instability.