Game Boy Advance · Sports
Backyard Baseball
| System | Game Boy Advance |
|---|---|
| Released | 2002 |
| Genre | Sports |
| Developer | Game Brains |
| Publisher | Infogrames |
| Players | 1–2 players |
| Commitment | Quick session (Under an hour, or endless arcade fun) |
| Series | Backyard Sports |
| ESRB | E |
| Legacy | Deep cut |
Released for the Game Boy Advance in 2002, Backyard Baseball is a sports game developed by Game Brains and published by Infogrames.
It came out in the GBA's second year on the market. Other notable GBA releases from 2002 include Sonic Advance 2, Metroid Fusion and The Legend of Zelda: A Link to the Past and Four Swords.
It is part of the Backyard Sports series; on the GBA you can also try Backyard Baseball 2006, Backyard Basketball and Backyard Football. The series also appears on other systems with Backyard Hockey (DS) and Backyard Football '09 (DS).
Backyard 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 GBA hits and want something less obvious
Maybe skip it if…
- you need current teams and rosters
What playing Backyard 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Tip for newcomers: Arcade-style sports games are the easiest to enjoy today; simulation titles may have outdated rosters but still offer satisfying gameplay.
Backyard Baseball cheats & codes
3 codes on file (Code Breaker). Here are a few Code Breaker codes to start with:
| Infinite Stat Points | 83004DB4
0008 |
|---|---|
| Opponnent Scores 0 | 83000F12
0000 |
| Enable Code (Must Be On) | 0000D6F1
000A
10004304
0007 |
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Playing GBA games today
The GBA is one of the best-value retro libraries around, with deep RPGs and tactics games that suit portable play. A growing selection is on Nintendo Switch Online + Expansion Pack, and Rec0m88 supports GBA if you own the games.
Backyard Baseball FAQ
When did Backyard Baseball come out on the GBA?
Backyard Baseball was released for the Game Boy Advance in 2002.
Who made Backyard Baseball?
It was developed by Game Brains and published by Infogrames.
Is Backyard Baseball multiplayer?
Yes. Backyard Baseball supports up to 2 players.
How long does Backyard Baseball take to play?
As a sports game, Backyard 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.
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