Factsheet
Publisher:
Playground Productions
Developers:
Mega Cat Studios
Humongous Entertainment
Release date:
October 10, 2024
Platforms:
Steam
Website:
megacatstudios.com/pages/backyard-baseball-97
Regular Price:
| USD | $9.99 |
Description
Relive the game that started it all! The original Backyard Baseball 1997 is now enhanced to run on modern systems. Whether you're picking your dream team, hitting home runs, or just here for the witty banter, step back into the backyard and experience the game that made baseball fun for everyone!
Play pick-up games, practice batting, keep track of stats, compete in single games or a whole season - you can even set the rules! Backyard Baseball ‘97 features all of the realism and statistics of adult baseball games but with simple, intuitive controls that anyone can master.
Features
- All-Star Team: Choose from 30 unique kid players, each with their own skills and personalities
- Original Game Modes: Random Pickup, Single Game, and Season Game
- Play Ball Anywhere: 10 different fields, from backyards to stadiums, each with its own challenges
- Laugh Out Loud: Humorous commentary keeps the game fun and lighthearted
Videos
Backyard Baseball '97 Trailer YouTube
BACKYARD SPORTS IS BACK! YouTube
Images
Logo & Icon
Additional Links
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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.
About Humongous Entertainment (Developer)
Humongous Entertainment, a pioneer in children's edutainment software, is dedicated to crafting engaging and enriching experiences for young minds. Their award-winning franchises, including Putt-Putt®, Freddi Fish™, Pajama Sam®, and Spy Fox®, have delighted generations of children with interactive adventures that spark curiosity and foster essential skills. Through captivating stories, vibrant characters, and age-appropriate challenges, Humongous Entertainment inspires a lifelong love of learning through play.
Backyard Baseball '97 Credits
James Deighan
Head of Cats
Luke Usher
Lead Developer
whatisaphone
Lead Developer
Matt Ramsey
Developer
Josh Koenig
Producer
Rex Malapitan
Producer
Terence Balderama
Head of 2D
Veo Yap
2D Producer
2D Artists
• Apolos D.C. Adriano
• Kian Shane Sabater
• Pamela Dimayuga
• Ronald Buquia
• Arbieneil Camangon
Keith Joshua Palencia
PEQA
Special Thanks
• Becca Peters - Director of Marketing
• Gracey Maala - Senior Marketing Manager
• Frank DiPersio - Public Relations Manager
• Kamille Angelika Navarro - Marketing Designer
• Reese Alegre - Marketing Support
• Jev Reyes - Marketing Support
Contact
Publisher
Playground Productions
Email
playgroundproductions@id-pr.com
Instagram
https://www.instagram.com/playground.productions
Developer
Mega Cat Studios
Email
sir.meowface@megacatstudios.com
Twitter
https://www.twitter.com/megacatstudios
Facebook
https://www.facebook.com/megacatstudios
Instagram
https://www.instagram.com/megacatstudios
Humongous Entertainment
Twitter
https://x.com/HumongousEnt