In MLB The Show 26, Conquest mode remains a primary way to earn "hidden rewards" by capturing specific territories (hexes) on various maps. Unlike completion rewards, these are found by simply occupying a tile, often without needing to play a game.
Active Conquest Maps & Rewards
In MLB The Show 26, Conquest maps contain various hidden rewards, typically packs and MLB 26 stubs, that are unlocked by capturing specific territories. Below are the known hidden rewards for the major initial maps:
Map Name
Key Player Rewards
USA – East Conquest Map
1 Ballin' is a Habit Pack
5 The Show Packs
Legend Icons Choice Pack
USA – Central Conquest Map
1 Ballin' is a Habit Pack
4 The Show Packs
Legend Bat Skins Pack
USA – West Conquest Map
1 Ballin' is a Habit Pack
5 The Show Packs
Classic Stadiums Choice Pack
World Baseball Classic (WBC) Conquest Map
2 Ballin' is a Habit Packs
8 The Show Packs
WBC Bat Skin
Batter Up 3 (Starter Map)
Hidden Reward Territory: Capturing the specific hidden reward territory on this map provides 25 Stubs and 25 XP.
Note: The USA Conquest maps (West, Central, East) are confirmed to return later but are not available at launch.
World Baseball Classic (WBC) Conquest Map
This is a major launch-period map focused on the international tournament.
Hidden Rewards: Includes multiple "The Show" packs, stubs, and XP hidden across the map.
Player Rewards: Capturing specific tiles or completing missions on this map can lead to:
86 OVR Tarik Skubal (WBC)
87 OVR Alejandro Kirk (WBC)
88 OVR Seiya Suzuki (WBC)
Completion Reward: 7 "The Show" packs and a repeatable WBC Gold Player Choice Pack.
Diamond Quest Introduction Map
A new mode for MLB The Show 26 that functions similarly to Conquest but with board-game-like risk elements.
Key Rewards: Capturing tiles and completing the map earns non-sellable cards:
86 OVR Garret Anderson
86 OVR Jonathan Broxton
Launch Map (Legends & Flashbacks)
Features a mix of classic legend players available early in the game cycle.
Hidden Rewards: Standard "The Show" packs and stubs.
Available Players: Card rewards include Bobby Grich, Eddie Mathews, Stan Musial, and Bob Feller (all sellable).
General Conquest Tips for Rewards
Map Completion: While hidden rewards are found in individual territories, completing all goals often yields significantly larger prizes, such as Spring Breakout Choice Packs or high-OVR player cards like Seiya Suzuki (88 OVR) from the WBC map.
Repeatability: Some maps, such as the "Nation of Baseball" or "WBC" maps, offer repeatable rewards upon full completion, though hidden territory rewards are typically a one-time claim.
Efficiency: You do not always need to conquer every territory to finish map goals, but you must explore specific non-stronghold tiles to find these "hidden" packs and stubs.
Conquest Strategy Tips
Simulate Non-Stronghold Games: Save time by only playing games for territories with team logos (strongholds). All other hexes can be "simulated" to resolve instantly.
Capture Empty Space First: Aggressively take unoccupied territories early. Each hex you own increases the number of "reinforcement" fans you receive each turn, making it easier to overwhelm strongholds later.
Ignore "Steal Fans": Unless a specific map mission requires it, skip the Steal Fans phase. It adds an extra game that is rarely worth the time compared to just reinforcing naturally.
Stack Your Offense: Don't waste fans on defense. Keep only one fan per territory on your borders and stack all reinforcements on a single "attack" tile to sweep through the map.
The "Neon" Trick: If you are struggling to see which tiny hexes you've missed, temporarily change your team's main color to a bright neon (like lime green) in the uniform editor to make your owned territories pop.
