Backyard Baseball — Release Date, Trailer & What We Know
The arcade-style classic is back - and it's leveling up. Releasing Jul 2026.
Official trailer & screenshots via Steam
About Backyard Baseball
New game modes. New ways to play. Unlockables to chase and achievements to earn! Welcome to the all-new Backyard Baseball. Launching July 9th, this reimagined version of an all-time classic blends the best of modern gaming with the timeless charm that made it legendary. Play in 11 remastered stadiums, choose from 24 original teams, and compete across 6 unique game modes with a roster of 30 beloved Backyard characters. From classic modes like pick-up games, reimagined modes like batting practice, and brand new modes that’ll become instant hits, there’s a world of Backyard fun waiting to be explored. Our game is packed full of exciting achievements, unlockable characters, and collectible rewards. One thing you won’t find: microtransactions. Backyard Baseball is a fully modern game, but when it comes to rewards, we’re proudly old-school: earn them! The all-new Backyard Baseball offers something for players of any age and ability. Tutorials, accessibility features, and simple modes like T-ball make it the perfect intro to both baseball and gaming, while competitive modes give experienced players the chance to bunt, steal, and grind their way to victory. Everyone is welcome in the Backyard. Power-ups are back and crazier than ever, adding chaos and fun to every game. Pitchers can unleash FIRE BALLS, CRAZY BALLS, and FREEZEBALLS on unsuspecting hitters, while batters can wield CRAZY BUNTS, UNDERGROUNDERS, and the legendary ALUMINUM POWER BAT to rack up runs. Backyard Baseball is iconic because we play the game a little differently than most. Follow these rules and let the fun begin! PICK YOUR TEAM: Choose from 30 beloved Backyard kids to assemble your roster. SET YOUR LINE UP: Assign positions and a batting order. Choose wisely! PLAY LIKE A KID: In the Backyard there are no injuries, and while all kids make errors, it is a feature you can turn off. Need to use a tee? No problem! There are plenty of ways to customize your experience, but above all: have fun and Play Like a Kid™!
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Should You Play Backyard Baseball?
New game modes. New ways to play. Unlockables to chase and achievements to earn! Welcome to the all-new Backyard Baseball. Launching July 9th, this reimagined version of an all-time classic blends the best of modern gaming with the timeless charm that made it legendary. Play in 11 remastered stadiums, choose from 24 original teams, and compete across 6 unique game modes with a roster of 30 beloved Backyard characters. From classic modes like pick-up games, reimagined modes like batting practice, and brand new modes that’ll become instant hits, there’s a …
Backyard Baseball is multiplayer on Steam and runs on Windows, Mac. It's gaining about 1k Steam followers a week ahead of its Jul 2026 release.
Wishlisting notifies you at launch and helps the developer's visibility.
System Requirements & Platforms
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Platforms: Windows, Mac
Minimum
OS: Windows 10 - 64-Bit (Latest Update) · Processor: Intel Core i3-6100 @3.7GHz or AMD Athlon X4 88K @4GHz · Memory: 8 GB RAM · Graphics: NVIDIA GTX 660 2GB or AMD Radeon HD 7850 2GB · DirectX: Version 12 · Network: Broadband Internet connection · Storage: 13 GB available space
Recommended
OS: Windows 10 or newer · Processor: Intel i76700K/AMD Ryzen 7 3700X · Memory: 16 GB RAM · Graphics: Radeon RX5600 XT/ Nvidia GTX 1070 · DirectX: Version 12 · Network: Broadband Internet connection · Storage: 13 GB available space
Backyard Baseball — Frequently Asked Questions
- When does Backyard Baseball release?
- Backyard Baseball is set to launch on Jul 2026 (Coming Soon on Steam).
- What kind of game is Backyard Baseball?
- Backyard Baseball is a Strategy game. The arcade-style classic is back - and it's leveling up.
- Is Backyard Baseball multiplayer or co-op?
- Yes — Backyard Baseball supports multiplayer on Steam.
- Is Backyard Baseball on Steam Deck or consoles?
- Backyard Baseball runs on Windows, Mac via Steam; Steam Deck compatibility has not been confirmed. No console release has been confirmed.
- How much does Backyard Baseball cost?
- Pricing has not been announced yet (N/A). Wishlist it on Steam to be notified at launch.
- What are Backyard Baseball's system requirements?
- The developer has not published detailed system requirements yet.
- Is Backyard Baseball worth wishlisting?
- If you enjoy Strategy games like Tempest Rising, Pixel Darts: From Pub to Glory, Landlord Simulator, yes. It's gaining about 1k Steam followers a week.
- Who made Backyard Baseball?
- Backyard Baseball is developed by Mega Cat Studios and published by Playground Productions.
- What games is Backyard Baseball similar to?
- Backyard Baseball sits alongside Strategy games such as Tempest Rising, Pixel Darts: From Pub to Glory, Landlord Simulator.
- What platforms is Backyard Baseball on?
- Backyard Baseball is available on Windows, Mac.
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