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Atari 5200 · Sports
RealSports Baseball
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| System | Atari 5200 |
|---|---|
| Released | 1983 (originally 1982) |
| Genre | Sports |
| Developer | Atari |
| Publisher | Atari |
| Players | 1–2 players |
| Commitment | Quick session (Under an hour, or endless arcade fun) |
| Series | RealSports |
| Legacy | Deep cut · legacy score 1 |
Released for the Atari 5200 in 1983, RealSports Baseball is a sports game developed by Atari. This 5200 release is a port or adaptation of a game that first appeared in 1982.
It came out in the 5200's second year on the market. Other notable 5200 releases from 1983 include The Dreadnaught Factor. Among the 6 5200 sports games in our database, it ranks #5 by legacy score.
It is part of the RealSports series; on the 5200 you can also try RealSports Soccer, RealSports Football and RealSports Tennis. The series also appears on other systems with RealSports Baseball (2600) and RealSports Soccer (2600). Atari also made Centipede, Missile Command and Star Wars for the 5200.
RealSports Baseball supports up to 2 players, whether that means taking turns or going head-to-head.
Pick it if…
- you want to race and compete
- you have time for a quick session (under an hour, or endless arcade fun)
- you have a friend to play against
- you've played the 5200 hits and want something less obvious
Maybe skip it if…
- you need current teams and rosters
What playing RealSports Baseball is like
Sports games bring football, baseball, hockey, golf, tennis, wrestling and more to the console, from simulation-style management to over-the-top arcade action.
Tip for newcomers: Arcade-style sports games are the easiest to enjoy today; simulation titles may have outdated rosters but still offer satisfying gameplay.
RealSports Baseball walkthroughs & guides
Stuck, or want to go deeper? These trusted sites have full walkthroughs, completion times and more for RealSports Baseball.
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Playing 5200 games today
The 5200 library is small and arcade-focused, so it suits players who enjoy classic coin-op ports. The original non-centering joysticks are famously fragile, which is why many collectors use refurbished or modern replacement controllers.
RealSports Baseball FAQ
When did RealSports Baseball come out on the 5200?
RealSports Baseball was released for the Atari 5200 in 1983; the original game dates back to 1982.
Who made RealSports Baseball?
It was developed by Atari.
Is RealSports Baseball multiplayer?
Yes. RealSports Baseball supports up to 2 players.
How long does RealSports Baseball take to play?
As a sports game, RealSports Baseball typically falls into the "Quick session" category: under an hour, or endless arcade fun. Your time will vary with skill and how much you explore.
Read more about RealSports Baseball on Wikipedia. Facts on this page are compiled from the open libretro database and Wikidata; "legacy score" reflects how widely a game is documented across Wikipedia's language editions. Spotted an error? Let us know.