Factsheet

Publisher:
Playground Productions

Developer:
Mega Cat Studios

Release date:
July 9, 2026

Platforms:
Steam (PC & Mac)
Consoles - TBA




Website:
https://bit.ly/MCSBYBLPP

Regular Price:

USD

Description

Experience the game you love, reimagined for a whole new era. Meet the legendary Pablo Sanchez and build your dream roster from a cast of 30 beloved child athletes. Get ready for Backyard Baseball as you've never experienced it before, featuring all-new game modes, 11 remastered stadiums, and brand-new features.

Features

  • The Iconic Classic Levels Up: Experience the game you love, reimagined for a whole new era with all-new game modes and brand-new features.
  • A Massive Roster of Favorites: Choose from a roster of 30 beloved Backyard characters and 24 original teams.
  • Expanded Game Modes: Compete across 6 unique game modes, including reimagined classics like pick-up games and batting practice.
  • Remastered Venues: Play ball in 11 remastered stadiums that blend modern gaming quality with timeless charm.
  • Crazy Power-Ups: Unleash chaos with pitcher power-ups like Fire Balls and Spitballs, or dominate at the plate with the legendary Aluminum Power Bat.
  • Achievements and Unlockables: Chase exciting achievements and unlockable characters with a proudly old-school reward system—no microtransactions included.
  • Accessible for Everyone: Enjoy the perfect intro to baseball with tutorials and simple modes like T-ball, or test your skills in highly competitive gameplay.
  • Customizable Experience: Tailor your game with accessibility features and options to turn off player errors, ensuring you can always Play Like a Kid™.

Videos

Backyard Baseball - Coming July 2026 YouTube


Images

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About Playground Productions (Publisher)

Playground Productions, a leading innovator in children's entertainment, is passionate about creating high-quality content that sparks imagination and ignites a love of learning. Founded by former teacher Lindsay Barnett, Playground Productions draws upon its expertise in education to craft engaging experiences that nurture young minds. Their diverse portfolio encompasses a range of interactive media, including award-winning games, educational apps, and captivating eBooks.


About Mega Cat Studios (Developer)

Mega Cat Studios is an independent video game development and publishing studio with a global team. At their core, they are passionate game developers and artists who seek to create meaningful experiences through their games and services.