Ah, baseball. The vicious swing of the bat, the crack of wood meeting leather, and the smell of suspiciously edible hotdogs. Is there anything more American than the baseball diamond? As someone from the UK, I wouldn't know, but I can tell that many of us wouldn't mind managing our own team in the major leagues. Enter Bitball Baseball, an upcoming super low-res baseball simulator that lets you do just that.
Don't expect high-resolution, unreal textures here, as Bitball Baseball is rendered on a delightfully small scale. You'll get a panoramic view of the entire field, complete with a horde of pixellated fans, as your players go head-to-head with rival teams, racing for the base after every swat.
When it comes to features, Bitball Baseball has virtually everything you'd expect from a fantasy sports simulator. You can trade players, customize your team and lineup, build a world-beating stadium, and cultivate a dedicated fanbase (or exploit them for ticket prices). For those looking for more personalization, the premium version allows you to customize the names and appearances of your players, and even edit your entire team.
Yes, the baseball simulator is a niche within the broader genre of sports games, but there's no denying the universal appeal of this sport. I also appreciate developers Duckfoot Games being transparent about what's included in the free and premium versions of their release, which they've clearly outlined on the storefront!
Mark your calendars, as Bitball Baseball is set to release on March 12th, just a few weeks away! Be sure to pre-register on Android or iOS to get in your hits early.
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