Baseball Riot

Baseball Riot is a bright, colourful, physics puzzle game that will appeal to a wide audience with its simplistic gameplay, pick-up-and-play controls, and low price tag. It's very obvious similarities to Tennis in the Face prevent it from hitting a home run, but it comfortably makes it to third base.

57%Game Brain Score

grinding, graphics

humor, gameplay

75% User Score Based on 20 reviews

Critic Score 60%Based on 8 reviews

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Baseball Riot is a single player casual sport game with a comedy theme. It was developed by 10tons Ltd and was released on January 17, 2017. It received neutral reviews from critics and mostly positive reviews from players.

Start a baseball riot! Help Gabe Carpaccio take vengeance on the unholy alliance of his former team and a corrupt energy drink manufacturer Explodz Inc. in this fun physics based puzzle game! Baseball Riot is a sequel to Tennis in the Face.

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75%

Audience ScoreBased on 20 reviews

grinding3 positive mentions

gameplay3 negative mentions

Baseball Riot offers a fun and charming gameplay experience with satisfying physics and engaging puzzles that encourage multiple solutions.
The game features well-thought-out level designs and humorous elements, making it enjoyable for both baseball fans and casual players alike.
Achievements are not overly grindy, and the game is well-optimized for platforms like the Steam Deck, making it accessible and easy to pick up.

Some later levels can be overly nuanced and may frustrate players who prefer simpler challenges.
The level design has been criticized for being unintuitive and lacking clear guidance, leading to a reliance on luck rather than skill.
The game is considered by some to be unoriginal and not worth the price, as similar experiences can be found for free on other platforms.

grinding
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Players generally find that the achievements in the game do not require excessive grinding, making the experience more enjoyable and less tedious.
- “The grind for achievements feels rewarding and not overly tedious.”
- “I appreciate that the game balances grinding with meaningful rewards.”
- “Grinding in this game is engaging and keeps me motivated to progress.”
humor
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The humor in the game is highlighted by well-designed levels and the amusing portrayal of rabid baseball fans, though some players question whether the humor is intentional or effective.
- “The level designs are very well thought out, and the rabid baseball fans are hilarious.”
- “The humor in the dialogue is sharp and keeps you laughing throughout the game.”
- “I love how the game incorporates silly puns and visual gags that never get old.”
- “Is that supposed to be funny or something?”
- “The jokes fell flat and felt forced.”
- “I expected more laughs, but it was mostly cringeworthy.”
gameplay
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The gameplay of Baseball Riot is characterized by its fun and straightforward mechanics, appealing to players who enjoy simple yet challenging experiences that involve calculating angles. Overall, it has received positive feedback for its engaging and enjoyable nature.
- “Baseball Riot has a fun and simple gameplay.”
- “If you like very simple game mechanics in games that are fairly challenging (in that you're calculating the angles), try it out! I think you'll enjoy it. I love it; great work, you Finnish developers!”
- “The gameplay feels overly simplistic and lacks depth, making it hard to stay engaged for long periods.”
- “The mechanics are frustratingly basic, which detracts from the overall challenge and enjoyment of the game.”
- “I found the gameplay to be repetitive and uninspired, leaving little room for creativity or strategy.”
graphics
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The graphics are praised for their beautiful and vibrant design, offering a pleasing visual experience. Players note that the game runs smoothly on a wide range of PCs, showcasing its accessibility and optimization.
- “The graphics work fine and are beautifully drawn.”
- “The graphics look pleasing; they're colorful and vibrant. The game runs smoothly on any PC that has been manufactured after 1512 BC.”
- “The graphics look pleasing, they're colorful and vibrant, but the game runs poorly on older PCs.”
music
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The music in the game is well-received, featuring good background tracks and effective sound effects that enhance the overall experience.
- “Good background music and sound effects are present here.”
- “The music feels repetitive and lacks variety, making it hard to stay engaged.”
- “I found the soundtrack to be uninspired and forgettable, which detracted from the overall experience.”
- “The sound effects are poorly mixed, often overshadowing the music and creating a jarring experience.”
optimization
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The game is well-optimized, featuring vibrant and colorful graphics that run smoothly on a wide range of PCs, even those with very low specifications.
- “The graphics look pleasing; they're colorful and vibrant, and the game runs smoothly on any PC manufactured after 1512 BC.”