R.B.I. Baseball Deep cut
Nintendo Entertainment System · Sports
R.B.I. Baseball 2
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| System | Nintendo Entertainment System |
|---|---|
| Released | 1990 (originally 1987) |
| Genre | Sports |
| Developer | Atari |
| Publisher | Tengen |
| Players | 1–2 players |
| Commitment | Quick session (Under an hour, or endless arcade fun) |
| Series | R.B.I. Baseball |
| Legacy | Deep cut · legacy score 1 |
Developed by Atari and published by Tengen, R.B.I. Baseball 2 arrived on the Nintendo Entertainment System in 1990 as a sports game. This NES release is a port or adaptation of a game that first appeared in 1987.
It landed about 5 years into the NES's life. Other notable NES releases from 1990 include Final Fantasy III, Dr. Mario and Mega Man 3.
It is part of the R.B.I. Baseball series; on the NES you can also try R.B.I. Baseball. The series also appears on other systems with R.B.I. Baseball '95 (32X) and R.B.I. Baseball 3 (Genesis). Atari also made Paperboy, 720° and Vindicators for the NES.
R.B.I. Baseball 2 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 NES hits and want something less obvious
Maybe skip it if…
- you need current teams and rosters
What playing R.B.I. Baseball 2 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Tip for newcomers: Arcade-style sports games are the easiest to enjoy today; simulation titles may have outdated rosters but still offer satisfying gameplay.
R.B.I. Baseball 2 walkthroughs & guides
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Playing NES games today
NES games are short on paper but often famously tough, so expect to replay levels and learn patterns. Many first-party titles are available through Nintendo Switch Online, original cartridges remain easy to find, and you can play backups of games you own in an emulator such as Rec0m88.
R.B.I. Baseball 2 FAQ
When did R.B.I. Baseball 2 come out on the NES?
R.B.I. Baseball 2 was released for the Nintendo Entertainment System in 1990; the original game dates back to 1987.
Who made R.B.I. Baseball 2?
It was developed by Atari and published by Tengen.
Is R.B.I. Baseball 2 multiplayer?
Yes. R.B.I. Baseball 2 supports up to 2 players.
How long does R.B.I. Baseball 2 take to play?
As a sports game, R.B.I. Baseball 2 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 R.B.I. Baseball 2 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.