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Backyard Baseball returns July 9, 2026 with online multiplayer and MLB legends
Backyard Baseball is slated for July 9, 2026 on PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X|S, and PC, with a Nintendo Switch version planned for summer 2026. The reimagined entry adds online multiplayer to the series for the first time, alongside couch co‑op and single‑player modes [2].Features include 24 teams, 30 characters, and six game modes, with a demo already available on Steam for players to try ahead of launch [2]. The official site has opened a game hub inviting fans to wishlist the game and sign up for updates as the rollout gathers steam [1].An IGN Live segment also highlighted the return of playable Major League legends, adding a nostalgic twist to the new build [3].For Franklin fans who grew up with summer stickball and sandlot showdowns, the Backyard kids are getting another at‑bat next year.