- The New Backyard Baseball Launches TODAY! - 9 July 2026
Today we are ready to play like kids -- Backyard Kids! The New Backyard Baseball officially launches today for Steam, and we are so excited for you to play. With enhanced game mechanics, an expansive reward system, new game modes, multiple difficulty levels and remastered stadiums, it's a whole new era for the Backyard. Assemble your squad from the original 30 Backyard kids (+ unlockables, some of which we haven't revealed yet!), set your line up, and get ready to play ball! Join us today and play the first new major release in over 15 years. We'll be celebrating this afternoon with the community on our livestream @ 4p CT. Please join us! Links below.INSTAGRAMYOUTUBETIKTOKTWITCH
- JUST LAUNCHED: Backyard Baseball Demo - 9 April 2026
The 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 home run challenge. Compete as Pablo, Kiesha or Kenny to climb our global leaderboard for the highest scores, the longest long balls, and the most home runs. Featuring classic & crazy pitch mode, this demo has something for everyone -- from the newest newbies to our longtime OGs. We can't wait for you to experience the full game this summer. For now, please enjoy early access to this demo and please wishlist the full game on our steam page.CLICK HERE TO PLAY THE DEMO
- Backyard Baseball '97 Steam Spring Sale - 18 March 2026
Summer is just a few months away! Enjoy a discount on Backyard Baseball '97 during the Spring Sale and get ready to play the new Backyard Baseball -- coming out July 9th. Click here and add it to your wishlist now!
- Welcome to the Brand-New Backyard Baseball! - 26 February 2026
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!Instagram --> BackyardSportsOfficialX --> @_BackyardSportsTikTok --> BackyardSportsDiscord --> Backyard SportsYouTube --> @BackyardSports
- Watch Backyard Baseball at IGN Fan Fest! - 24 February 2026
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!
- WATCH: The Backyard Sports Animated Special (Trailer) - 22 January 2026
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!
- TOMORROW: Backyard Basketball & Hockey - FREE DOWNLOADS - 12 November 2025
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. Please enjoy these new (old) titles and, if you're so inclined, leave a review for us.
- Backyard Football '99 - Available Now! - 10 September 2025
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 completing passes on offense and sacking the opposing QB on defense: Offensive Power-Ups Hocus Pocus – A pass play which results in a receiver teleporting down field.Sonic Boom – A run play which causes an earthquake to knock over the opposing team.Leap Frog – A run play which causes your running back to leap down field.Super Punt – A very powerful punt!Defensive Power-Ups Cough Drop – A play that causes the opponent to fumble when tackled.Chameleon – A trick play that results in your team wearing…
- Backyard Baseball 2001 is Here! - 8 July 2025
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.New ways to play: Random Pick-up — Jump right into a game with a team chosen for you. Single Game — Draft your squad from a random character pool for a quick showdown.Season Mode — Pick your home field and lead your team through a 14-game season, battle through the BBL playoffs, and fight for glory in the Super Entire Nation Tournament and Ultra Grand Championship of the Universe Series!Packed with new power-ups, classic fields, and even more backyard charm, Backyard Baseball 2001 takes everything you…
- Backyard Baseball 1997 Now on Console! - 12 June 2025
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 Play*:Nintendo SwitchPlayStation 5Sorry, no X-Box. Without the games original source code, we haven't cracked that one.🎉 Same legendary gameplay ⚾ Original 30 backyard kids 🎧 Play pick-up games, practice batting, and compete in single games or a whole season with simple, intuitive controls that anyone can master.Perfect for reliving those Saturday morning memories.💥 Grab it now on console—then come back to Steam and complete your Backyard collection. #PabloSanchezForever
- New Backyard Baseball Merch Just Dropped on Fangamer! - 28 May 2025
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) https://www.fangamer.com/cdn/shop/files/product_backyard_sports_pablo_plush_photo6.png?crop=center&height=1200&v=1747098815&width=1800 Brand new this season: A soft, squishy, magnet-powered tribute to the GOAT himself — Pablo "The Secret Weapon" Sanchez. Custom baseball gear, including denim-style pants, printed shoelaces, and tailored jersey Magnetic baseball glove + ball accessory Sign up now to be notified when it drops 👕 Secret Weapon T-Shirt Skill Ratings PRINTING: ⚾⚾⚾⚾ RUNNING: STITCHING: ⚾⚾⚾⚾ INK COLORS: ⚾⚾⚾⚾⚾⚾⚾⚾ Designed by Tony Kuchar and printed on super-soft 100% cotton Canvas tees. https://www.fangamer.com/cdn/shop/fi…
- Backyard Baseball ’97 Memorial Day Sale – Swing Into Summer with 20% Off! - 23 May 2025
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 modern systems 🎮 Gamepad support + Steam Deck verified 🎵 Retro soundtrack and classic VO lines included PLUS: For one day only—Monday, May 26th—you can grab Backyard Baseball 1997 on iOS and Android for just $0.99. Take the game on the go and relive those backyard battles wherever you are! Steam sale ends May 27—don’t miss your shot! 👉 Play Ball – Grab it Now at 20% Off!
- Backyard Sports and @thepointerbrothers Live Stream! - 9 December 2024
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 @backyardsportsofficial on instagram, or visit the official Backyard Sports discord for links. See you there!
- UPDATE: Crowd Control is Here! Add Real-Time Effects in Backyard Baseball ’97! ⚾ - 7 November 2024
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 game exciting with each play. Streamers can now experience hilarious and challenging twists courtesy of their audience! Here are some of the effects viewers can apply: Arm Injury - Trade away the pitcher for a randomly chosen backyard kid Crazy Throw - The next time the ball is thrown, it will have the "Crazy Bunt" effect, making it hard for fielders to catch it. Crosshairless - Hide the Strike Zone indicator for the rest of the at-bat Force Blunt - The batter is forced to bunt for the rest of the at…
- Backyard Baseball ’97 Update Alert 🚨 - 16 October 2024
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 Baseball ’97. Select Properties from the drop-down menu. Head to the Updates tab. Choose how you’d like to update the game. Steam will begin updating the game. ⚠️ Note: While this patch continues to address some current issues, please remember that certain bugs from the original game may still exist. Without access to the original source code, some legacy problems remain beyond our control. But rest assured, we’re doing our best to make your experience as smooth as possible! If you encounter any problem…
- Celebrate the Return of Backyard Sports with a Community Charity Stream - 12 October 2024
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’s right—this beloved classic has made its comeback, and now’s your chance to grab it. Relive the excitement of childhood matchups and bring home some nostalgia! Support St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital: All proceeds go toward helping kids in need at St. Jude’s! Your fun fuels a great cause. Exclusive Guests & Giveaways: We’ve teamed up with BackyardSports.Online and Crowd Control to bring you a jam-packed stream featuring game developers, content creators, and even some pro athletes! Plus, enjo…
- Backyard Baseball ’97 Update Alert 🚨 - 11 October 2024
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 at the top. Right-click on Backyard Baseball ’97. Select Properties from the drop-down menu. Head to the Updates tab. Choose how you’d like to update the game. Steam will begin updating the game. ⚠️ Note: While these patches address some current issues, please remember that certain bugs from the original game may still exist. Without access to the original source code, some legacy problems remain beyond our control. But rest assured, we’re doing our best to make your experience as smooth as possible! I…
- Patch Numero Uno Live and Ready to Play! - 11 October 2024
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
- Backyard Baseball ’97 is Back & Now Available on Steam - 10 October 2024
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 competition. Lace up your cleats, hit the field, and take a trip down memory lane! BUY THE GAME NOW! More Backyard Sports Titles Coming Soon! But the fun doesn’t stop there! We’re excited to announce that more Backyard Sports classics are also making their return soon. Be sure to wishlist your favorites on Steam: ⚽︎ Backyard Soccer '98 🏈 Backyard Football '99 ⚾️ Backyard Baseball ‘01 🏀 Backyard Basketball '01 🏒 Backyard Hockey '02 The nostalgia is real—get ready to play ball once again!
- Backyard Baseball '97 Verified for Steam Deck - 8 October 2024
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 and Steam deck this Thursday and play ball on launch day!
