Major update9 Apr 2026JUST LAUNCHED: Backyard Baseball DemoThe new Backyard Baseball doesn't officially drop until July 9th, but you won't have to wait until then to experience the action. Today we're launching a free-to-play demo and we think you're going to love it. Welcome to Backyard Derby, a fun & fast-paced new game mode coming to Backyard Baseball this summer. Smash home runs under the sun (or the stars!) at Steele Stadium in this arcade-style h…
BACKYARD BASEBALL IS BACK! We are thrilled to announce that the all-new Backyard Baseball game will arrive this summer, launching July 9th across platforms. Steam players (both PC & Mac) will be able to wishlist starting today over at the official Backyard Baseball game page (LINK HERE) . For more information head over to our website, BackyardBaseball.com and make sure to follow us on socials!…
Hello Backyard Baseball fans! Please mark your calendars for Day 2 of IGN Fan Fest on 2/26/26. We're excited to be sharing an update on the new Backyard Baseball game that we think you'll really enjoy. See you there!
Hello Backyard Fans! We're thrilled to announce that the trailer for our animated special is out TODAY. Check it out here and make sure to subscribe to watch the full animated special on January 29th!
Hello, Sports Fans! We're thrilled to share that on Thursday, November 13th two new Backyard games will be available FOR FREE. You heard right. We're dropping Backyard Basketball '01 & Backyard Hockey '02 on Steam free to play. No ads, no micro transactions, just pure, unfiltered fun. We've had so much fun playing in the backyard with you all this year. From the bottom of our hearts, thank you.…
Calling all Backyard fans - Backyard Football '99 has officially launched on Steam , iOS and Android . Lace up those cleats, put your game face on, and get ready to draft your team from the 30 iconic Backyard Sports characters as well as a collection of legendary pros including Barry Sanders, Jerry Rice, John Elway, Dan Marino, Randall Cunningham, Drew Bledsoe and Steve Young. Earn power-ups by…
The next chapter in backyard legend — bigger rosters, more modes, and even wilder fun. Calling all Backyard ’97 fans: it’s time to step up again! Backyard Baseball 2001 has officially launched on Steam , iOS and Android , bringing the series to a whole new level. Build your dream team from 28 of the original 31 pro superstars , including Derek Jeter, Cal Ripken Jr., Kenny Lofton, and many more.…
Hey Backyard fans! The retro classic that started it all is stepping up to the plate— Backyard Baseball 1997 is now officially available on console for the very first time! Whether you grew up with Pablo Sanchez or you’re introducing the next generation to Backyard greatness, this is your chance to experience the magic of neighborhood baseball—now on your favorite gaming platform. 🕹️ Where to…
Those souvenirs Vinnie the Gooch was always teasing during the broadcast? They're finally here! We’ve teamed up with Fangamer to launch an all new official wave of Backyard Sports merch — and it’s loaded with all-star gear. 🧸 Pablo Sanchez Plush (Coming Soon) Brand new this season: A soft, squishy, magnet-powered tribute to the GOAT himself — Pablo "The Secret Weapon" Sanchez. · Custom basebal…
The Backyard legends are back—and they're on sale! Celebrate Memorial Day with 20% off the game that made you believe Pablo Sanchez was the GOAT. ⚾️ Draft your dream team of neighborhood all-stars 🧢 Play as 30 original Backyard kids—each with unique skills and personalities 🌭 Pick-up-and-play arcade gameplay that's perfect for kids and nostalgic adults 🎨 Remastered in crisp HD, optimized for…
Playground Productions and @thepointerbrothers from Proudly Average join forces Tuesday, December 10th at 7:30P PST to live stream Backyard Baseball '97 and Backyard Soccer '98. Tune in for the fun. We'll be giving away game codes, merch from the Backyard/Driveway Paradise Collection , and even Backyardifying (drawing a lucky few in the style of Backyard) a few lucky viewers. Follow @backyardsp…
We’re thrilled to announce the latest update for Backyard Baseball ‘97, featuring Crowd Control Integration ! Now, viewers on streaming platforms can impact the game in real-time by donating to various gameplay effects, adding a new layer of fun for both streamers and fans. Here’s how it works: Through Crowd Control , fans can donate to trigger special effects during live streams, keeping the g…
Hi-ho! We’ve rolled out yet another patch to further improve your experience: ⚾Patch 1.0.3: An additional fix for the glitchy cursor issue that continued to persist for certain DPI settings after the previous patch. To make sure you’re playing the latest version, follow these steps to download the Steam update: · Open the Steam application. · Click Library at the top. · Right-click on Backyard…
Hi-ho, Backyard Sports legends! ⚾️ Get ready to step up to the plate for an epic cause! Join us on October 13th at 3 PM EST for the BackyardSports.Online Community Charity Stream and celebrate the return of Backyard Sports while making a difference for St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital! Why You Shouldn’t Miss It: · Relive the Nostalgia: Backyard Baseball ’97 is now available on Steam! That’…
Hi-ho! We’ve rolled out two new patches already to improve your experience: ⚾ Patch 1.0.1: Fixed window scaling issues on high DPI displays. ⚾ Patch 1.0.2: Fixed a game launch issue with DEP enabled and resolved the glitchy cursor on high DPI displays. To make sure you’re playing the latest version, follow these steps to download the Steam update: · Open the Steam application. · Click Library a…
Backyard Fans, we come with new fixes! Thank you for your patience and affinity for baseballing. 1.0.1 (if you need this): fix window scaling on high dpi displays 1.0.2: fix game not launching with DEP enabled, fix glitchy cursor on high dpi displays
Hi-ho, Backyard Sports fans! Backyard Baseball ’97, the game that fueled countless hours of childhood fun, is officially back and NOW AVAILABLE for purchase on Steam starting TODAY! Playground Productions and Mega Cat Studios are thrilled to bring this iconic game back to life. Relive the excitement of classic gameplay, unforgettable characters like Pablo Sanchez, and the pure joy of backyard c…
Just in time for launch Thursday, 10/10, we are thrilled to announce that our engineers hit one out of the park by making Backyard Baseball '97 compatible with Steam Deck and gamepad devices. The game has been Verified in time for launch. This adds to our list of Steam features which includes STEAM ACHIEVEMENTS, STEAM CLOUD SAVE, STEAM GLOBAL LEADERBOARD and STEAM RICH PRESENCE. Grab your bat a…
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