Archive for the ‘Other Baseball Games’ Category
  • Super Mega Baseball 2 delivers extensive customization options
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    Posted March 20th, 2017 at 7:00 am 5 Comments »
    For as good as Super Mega Baseball was when it released in late 2014 one area of the game that was lacking had to do with the limited customization abilities. That has been addressed to say the least with the upcoming sequel as developer Metalhead Software has implemented the ability to design players (both appearance and abilities) and teams while creating leagues with seasons tailored to desired specifications in Super Mega Baseball 2.  (more…)...
  • Out of the Park Baseball 18 to feature new Challenge Mode and Negro Leagues
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    Posted January 20th, 2017 at 8:00 am 5 Comments »
    The first news on the next edition in the PC sim-management series Out of the Park Baseball arrived today, with the reveal of several new features, release date, and pre-order details. Headlining the feature list is a new Challenge Mode and historical Negro League clubs. Out of the Park Baseball 18 will officially release March 24 but those who pre-order the game will get to start playing on March 18. Pre-orders made before January 28 will also receive a 20% discount (down to $32) while a...
  • First look at Super Mega Baseball 2
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    Posted December 22nd, 2016 at 12:00 pm 4 Comments »
    Metalhead Software today unveiled the first official video featuring gameplay from Super Mega Baseball 2. The game appeared at the PlayStation Experience event earlier this month and was announced in late September for release in mid-2017. SMB2 is the sequel to one of the biggest surprises of 2014, with the original finishing near the top of numerous Sports Game of the Year lists. The follow-up will add online play, enhance the character models, and provide greater customization feature...
  • Deal on Out of the Park Baseball 17
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    Posted October 25th, 2016 at 4:15 pm 2 Comments »
    The Out of the Park Baseball series continues to receive heavy praise as the best sports management sim on the market and this year's edition is significantly discounted during the World Series. OOTP Baseball 17 can be purchased for just $10 (75% off) through November 3. OOTP 17 introduces MLBPA licensing making for the complete full league package of not just teams, logos, uniforms and stadiums, but also all the real player names. That includes historical minor league rosters that trace ...
  • Super Mega Baseball: Extra Innings is free this month on Xbox One
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    Posted October 1st, 2016 at 10:30 am 3 Comments »
    Those with subscriptions to Xbox Live Gold should be familiar with the Games with Gold program that provides a new set of free games every month. Notable for October is the inclusion of Super Mega Baseball: Extra Innings. Released August of last year on Xbox One, SMB: Extra Innings featured additional content and updates that had made it to the PS4 side in the months ahead of its eventual arrival on XB1. Normally priced at $20 the game can now be had for free until the end of the month. ...
  • Super Mega Baseball 2 Coming Next Year
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    Posted September 28th, 2016 at 7:00 am 6 Comments »
    Super Mega Baseball was one of the most pleasant surprises for the sports gaming genre in years. With the near extinction of arcade-style games leaving a void to independent developers, Metalhead Software took advantage despite a lack of licensing and delivered a fun and accessible game with an innovative "Ego" difficulty system. Its release late in 2014 led to unexpected strong consideration for Sports Game of the Year. Today the developer officially announced Super Mega Baseball 2 whic...
  • MLB Manager 2016 out now for mobile devices
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    Posted March 25th, 2016 at 2:30 pm 4 Comments »
    The mobile version of Out of the Park Baseball has arrived for this year just in time for the start of the season! MLB Manager 2016 is now available to download for both iOS through iTunes and Android from Google Play. The game has an upfront price of $5 rather than going with the free-to-play model, however historical seasons are offered for an additional cost. MLB Manager 2016 features rosters updated for the new season, the same simulation engine found in the Out of the Park Baseball...
  • Review of Out of the Park Baseball 17
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    Posted March 21st, 2016 at 1:15 pm 4 Comments »
    The long-running Out of the Park Baseball series has a stunning record of consistency. In entering its 17th edition the PC management simulator has averaged a score that exceeds 85 on Metacritic and last year hit its high mark of 91 through the review aggregator. The reliable nature of the series - consumers know precisely what they're getting and that it'll be a quality product - has reached a new level this year with the introduction of MLBPA licensing and new features that capitalize...