BASEBALL 9

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BASEBALL 9 is a single player casual sport game. It was developed by playus soft and was released on May 24, 2018. It received mostly positive reviews from players.

"Baseball Classic 9" is a fast-paced and realistic baseball game, offering compact gameplay with casual characters and serious mechanics. The game features pitching, fielding, and base running as fun and engaging experiences, and includes comprehensive player stats, customizable players, various auto functions, and the ability to play offline. With realistic mechanics and the ability to recruit and develop your players, "Baseball Classic 9" provides an immersive experience for baseball fans.

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Audience ScoreBased on 10,000 reviews

graphics775 positive mentions

monetization206 negative mentions

Great graphics and fun gameplay, making it enjoyable for baseball fans.
Customizable players and teams add a personal touch to the game.
No forced ads, allowing for uninterrupted gameplay.

Hitting mechanics can feel rigged, with many hits going directly to fielders.
Progression is slow, making it difficult to upgrade players without spending money.
AI often performs unrealistically, making it frustrating to play against.

graphics
971 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The graphics of the game have received overwhelmingly positive feedback, with many users praising their quality, detail, and overall aesthetic appeal. Players appreciate the cartoonish style and animations, which enhance the fun and immersive experience of the game. However, some reviews suggest that while the graphics are good, there is room for improvement, particularly in making them more realistic and addressing occasional graphical bugs. Overall, the graphics contribute significantly to the game's enjoyment and are considered one of its standout features.
- “The graphics are incredible, and the gameplay is way better than I thought it was going to be I think the only drawback I've seen so far is the base running.”
- “Graphics are great, gameplay is crisp, controls are super simple & the custom features are wild.”
- “I love this game so much, great time killer when waiting for the bus and great graphics that don't lag.”
- “The worst game ever I had played with very worst graphics. You will lose your mobile data; this game contains too much lag and my mobile is 8GB RAM, then also lagging too much. Not ever try to download this game. I want to give 0 stars but there is no option to give zero stars.”
- “Graphics were just like a drawing of a grade 1 kid.”
- “Update: It's been nearly 2 years since I rated this game but still no improvement on the graphics.”
gameplay
616 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
64%
32%
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The gameplay of this baseball game is generally praised for its smooth mechanics, engaging controls, and enjoyable graphics, making it accessible for both casual and dedicated players. Many users appreciate the balance between simplicity and depth, allowing for easy learning while still offering a challenge. However, some criticisms include issues with hitting mechanics, repetitive gameplay, and a desire for more multiplayer options, indicating that while the core gameplay is solid, there are areas for improvement.
- “The gameplay is fantastic, but there are tons of bugs which need to be fixed.”
- “Gameplay is smooth, controls are solid, and building your team is quite fun.”
- “Great gameplay, great graphics, and get this... no ads!!!”
- “The gameplay is pretty boring, and the fielding is all automated.”
- “The gameplay is so repetitive.”
- “The game is trash; the mechanics are too easy; it's not enjoyable.”
monetization
384 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
36%
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The monetization aspect of the game is generally well-received, with many users praising the absence of forced ads, allowing for uninterrupted gameplay. While some players appreciate the option to watch ads for in-game rewards, there are complaints about the high prices of in-app purchases, which some consider excessive. Overall, the game is seen as a fair free-to-play experience, with optional monetization that does not detract from enjoyment.
- “For being a free game, this game is fantastic, no ads, no commercial spots, just play ball.”
- “The microtransactions in this title are not needed to progress; you can play the game all you want and not have to wait!”
- “No ads, pure fun.”
- “Add to that several misleading advertising, false ads, and extremely overpriced exchange rates, the game quickly loses its value, becoming neither fun nor affordable.”
- “Game is terrible for the cash grabbing they are doing.”
- “The in-app purchases are outrageously priced, but the thing is... you don't need them to play/win!”
stability
84 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
11%
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The stability of the game is a significant concern among users, with many reporting frequent glitches that disrupt gameplay, such as freezing during pitches, erratic player movements, and issues with ball interactions. While some players enjoy the game and find it fun, the prevalence of bugs and glitches has led to frustration and lower ratings, with many expressing a desire for fixes to improve the overall experience. A few users noted that they experienced minimal or no glitches, indicating a mixed experience depending on individual gameplay conditions.
- “Also, it's not buggy and there are no ads at all.”
- “The game is well put together by the developers, no glitches.”
- “No glitches, so smooth, and addictive ”
- “Worst game, so many glitches.”
- “The game freezes during strike pitches, which takes the fun out of the game.”
- “The better I got at this game, the more frustrating the glitches got.”
humor
71 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The humor in the game is widely praised, with players enjoying the cute and hilarious animations, funny character designs, and amusing in-game reactions. Many reviews highlight the lighthearted and goofy elements, such as quirky batting stances and humorous umpire voices, which contribute to an entertaining gameplay experience. Overall, the game's blend of realistic sports mechanics and comedic visuals makes it a fun and enjoyable title for players.
- “The characters, while simple, manage to have their own 'feel' and look, right down to some really funny batting stances and other personalizations.”
- “The players look funny and do funny things that make me literally laugh out loud, but it's easy to figure out and loads of fun.”
- “Great baseball game! The players are funny when they strike out; they stomp around for a few seconds and give the catcher a dirty look. Even the pitcher will start laughing at the batter when he strikes out... very entertaining to play!”
- “The humor in this game falls flat; it feels forced and unoriginal.”
- “I expected some laughs, but the jokes are stale and predictable.”
- “The attempts at humor are cringeworthy and often miss the mark.”
grinding
44 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The grinding aspect of the game is a mixed bag; while many players enjoy the challenge and find it rewarding, others feel it can be excessively tedious and time-consuming, particularly when it comes to upgrading players and acquiring items. Some users appreciate the lack of forced ads and the fun gameplay, but express a desire for a more balanced progression system or the option to reduce grinding through in-app purchases. Overall, the game appeals to those who enjoy grinding, but may frustrate players looking for a quicker path to advancement.
- “The equipment needed to upgrade takes a lot of grinding to obtain, and it would be nice to upgrade it without having to be three seasons in.”
- “Grinding in this game feels rewarding, as each effort brings you closer to powerful upgrades.”
- “The grind is challenging but satisfying, making every achievement feel well-earned.”
- “My only critique is that it is entirely too tedious/lengthy to earn the items needed to upgrade players, buy merchandise, and customize your team.”
- “Progression of your team is incredibly grindy and slow.”
- “The game falls under the it's fun to a point then you either pay or you will be grinding forever.”
story
34 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The game's story is described as simple and easy to understand, but many players express a desire for more content, such as additional missions and a deeper narrative experience, like a career mode. While the gameplay is enjoyable, the lack of engaging story elements and the high cost of in-game rewards detract from the overall experience. Players suggest that enhancing the story with more missions and customization options would significantly improve their enjoyment.
- “The game is very nice - graphics, gameplay, and story.”
- “The graphics are cute, the storyline is simple, and the setting is easy to understand.”
- “I love the game but I would like to add a storyline to the game; check other baseball games and you will see.”
- “The only grievance I have with this game is how everything in-game is so expensive and the rewards for earning achievements and missions are disappointing and insulting.”
- “Impossible to advance without paying as there are not enough missions/achievements.”
- “No storyline, no excitement.”
music
28 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The music in the game receives mixed reviews, with many players appreciating the overall quality and atmosphere it creates, particularly the crowd chants and sound effects. However, some users express frustration over the inability to customize or turn off the music until after completing the tutorial, and there are requests for more variety in the soundtrack. Overall, while the music enhances the gaming experience, players desire greater control over their audio settings.
- “The music played is very good.”
- “Music is great, I love the crowd chants, player expressions are cute and funny at times.”
- “I love this game very much; it has wonderful graphics and music.”
- “The game is easy, but it is very difficult to hit a home run, and after the last update, when you hit a home run, the music is gone, but the animation is better.”
- “You have to go through their stupid tutorial before you can access the settings to turn off the annoying music.”
- “Cannot turn off the awful music before completing the tutorial.”
optimization
26 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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Overall, the game's optimization is praised for its smooth performance and controls, with many users noting a lack of bugs or crashes. However, some players have experienced occasional lag and expressed a desire for more impactful upgrades and performance tweaks. While the training system and player morale add depth, there are calls for improvements in player customization and the effectiveness of gear upgrades.
- “Outstanding game and superb performance and controls.”
- “It has the most complete performance out of all games of this type that I have ever encountered.”
- “Very good baseball game.. actually the best I have played.. great graphics and smooth play.. upgrades are also not like other games and depend on your performance instead of money.”
- “Love it, it's your average baseball game and it's perfectly normal and all, but the reason I didn't put five stars is because I had some performance issues and it kept lagging me out of the app itself.”
- “I upgraded my team and my players, but the performance is just the same.”
- “Improve the game and batting performance is so tough... please bring an easy to difficult quality mode... players should choose what they want.”
character development
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
67%
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Reviewers praise the game's character development for its unique and appealing designs, as well as the ability to customize features and reactions. The smooth gameplay and optional ads further enhance the overall experience, making it enjoyable and engaging. However, some users express a desire for more teams to be included in the playoffs.
- “This game is pretty unique; the character designs and funny reactions are great. You can change a lot of features, and I was very glad this had playoffs. It should have more teams in my opinion, but it's amazing.”
emotional
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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Players express a mix of frustration and enjoyment regarding the emotional aspects of the game. While some mechanics can lead to anger, such as players not performing as expected, others find the overall experience to be wholesome and engaging. This duality highlights the game's ability to evoke strong feelings, both positive and negative.
- “Very simple, wholesome game.”
replayability
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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Players appreciate the game's strong replayability, highlighting its engaging baseball simulation that encourages multiple playthroughs.
- “I actually love this game; it's a sweet baseball simulation with real replayability!”
- “The variety of modes and challenges keeps me coming back for more every time I play.”
- “Each playthrough feels fresh due to the dynamic events and choices that impact the game.”
atmosphere
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The game's atmosphere is highly praised for its polished visuals, impressive character models, and animations, complemented by effective sound effects and crowd noises that enhance the overall experience. The music is considered decent, contributing to a vibrant and engaging environment that makes the game enjoyable and accessible.
- “I love this game, it looks great, the crowd sounds really build a good atmosphere and it's simple to pick up and play.”
- “Very good and well polished game, the jppy styled models are amazing and so are their animations and accessories, the sound effects and stadium atmosphere are very good and the music is alright.”