Backyard Baseball '97 news & patch notes

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.

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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!

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!

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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. Please enjoy these new (old) titles and, if you're so inclined, leave a review for us.

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 the other team's colors for ultimate confusion.

• Spring Loaded – A play that causes your player to leap over the line of scrimmage to sack the QB.

Whether you’re reliving your childhood or discovering this gem for the first time, get ready to huddle up for Backyard Football!

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 loved about ’97 and makes it even better.

Play now and keep the backyard spirit alive. Don’t forget to wishlist and spread the word — the backyard is waiting.

#PlayYourWay #BackyardBaseball2001

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 Switch

• PlayStation 5

• Sorry, 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

🧸 Pablo Sanchez Plush (Coming Soon)

• Custom baseball gear, including denim-style pants, printed shoelaces, and tailored jersey
• Magnetic baseball glove + ball accessory

👕 Secret Weapon T-Shirt

• PRINTING: ⚾⚾⚾⚾
• RUNNING:
• STITCHING: ⚾⚾⚾⚾
• INK COLORS: ⚾⚾⚾⚾⚾⚾⚾⚾

📌 Pablo Sanchez Bobblehead Pin

📍 Team Logos Pin Set

• 🟢 The Melonheads
• 🟡 The Monsters
• 🟣 The Hornets
• 🔵 The Wombats

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.

• 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-bat
• Force Walk - The pitcher is forced to pitch intentional walks for the rest of the at-bat
• Framerate - Make the game run at a crazy fast speed
• Max Power - Make the fielders throw the ball at ludicrous speed for one play.
• Pinch Hitter - Trade away the batter for a randomly chosen backyard kid.
• Pitches Be Crazy - Give the pitcher a random POWERUP pitch!
• Puny FIelders - Make all fielders tiny and weak.
• Randomize Fielders - Make the fielders start at random positions in the field.
• Restless Batter Syndrome - Rapidly causes the batter to alternate their batting stance!
• Second-String Hitter - Trade away the batter for a randomly chosen generic kid.
• Second-String Pitcher - Trade away the pitcher for a randomly chosen generic kid.
• Sloppy Fielder - Increases occurrences of errors for the current fielders.
• Snow Globe - Disables home runs by preventing the ball from going above the walls.
• Sonic Boom - Causes all fielder to fall over.
• Substitute Bleacher - Swap out the entire team for 9 copies of the same kid
• Swing King - Give the batter a random POWERUP swing!

Hi-ho! We’ve rolled out yet another patch to further improve your experience:

Hi-ho, Backyard Sports legends! ⚾️

Why You Shouldn’t Miss It:

Hi-ho! We’ve rolled out two new patches already to improve your experience:

Hi-ho, Backyard Sports fans!

More Backyard Sports Titles Coming Soon!