On Thursday, June 12th, 2025 at 3:45pm: The classic game Backyard Baseball 97 has been released for PlayStation 5 today, following the accidental reveal of its trophies on Sony’s servers.
The game, cherished by baseball enthusiasts from a specific era, carries on with Playground Productions’ mission to “maintain and honor the nostalgic joy of the initial Backyard Sports series”.
As a gamer, I’ve either been playing on a family desktop since my childhood or just stumbled upon the enchantment for the first time, but this game’s effortless playability, hilarious characters, and nostalgic visual aesthetic continue to stand out from others, according to CEO Lindsay Barnett in a recent press statement.
This is a fantastic vintage game that embodies the fun of gaming, and we take great pride in sharing it with children and families across the globe.
You can check out the launch trailer above, with the title priced at a very reasonable £7.99/$9.99.
The list of trophies for the classic PC game, Backyard Baseball ’97, has been uploaded to the PlayStation 5’s server.
1997 saw the debut of “Arcade Baseball,” a pioneering sports game in the easy-to-grasp series by Humongous Entertainment. This game, with its vivid visuals and user-friendly mechanics, became a defining experience for many, shaping an entire generation’s gaming culture.
Last year, Playground Productions revealed that they regained control over the Backyard Sports series following the surge of interest in the brand due to former NFL center Jason Kelce bringing it up during a podcast discussion.
Initially, they moved the original version onto Steam, with ambitions to transfer it to the PlayStation 5. Recently, there’s been hint of an upcoming launch as the trophies for the game have surfaced on Sony’s server.
As Pablo Sanchez and his friends progress toward their Digital Trophy, they aim to achieve milestones such as hitting 250 home runs, striking out ten batters, and clinching the National Super Tournament title. These targets should be well within their reach.
This reissue signifies the beginning of a fresh series for Backyard Sports games, making it an excellent choice for those eagerly anticipating additional titles. If you’d like to express your enthusiasm, consider purchasing this reissue on PlayStation 5.
Read More
2025-06-12 18:37