MLB 9 Innings GM

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MLB 9 Innings GM is a sports game and officially licensed MLB team management simulation game with beautiful visuals. However, it is known to have several bugs that may affect gameplay. Manage your favorite MLB team, make roster moves, and compete against other players in this immersive baseball simulation.

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Play Modes

Single-Player Play through the game's story or campaign solo

78%

Audience ScoreBased on 1,033 reviews

graphics10 positive mentions

stability15 negative mentions

The game offers a stable experience with a variety of players and upgrade options, making it enjoyable for strategy enthusiasts.
There are many free rewards and opportunities to craft and improve your team, which can be satisfying despite the grind.
The graphics and gameplay are generally well-received, providing an engaging experience for baseball fans.

The game is heavily pay-to-win, making it difficult for free-to-play users to compete effectively against those who spend money.
There are frequent crashes and technical issues, such as being unable to log in or getting stuck on loading screens, which detracts from the overall experience.
The upgrade system is frustrating, with a high failure rate that can lead to wasted resources and a sense of unfairness in player progression.

stability
15 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The stability of the game has received mixed reviews, with many users reporting frequent glitches and freezing issues that hinder gameplay, particularly during login and in-game events. While some players appreciate the quick resolution of certain bugs, others express frustration over persistent problems that lead to account suspensions and an inability to access the game. Overall, stability appears to be a significant concern for a portion of the player base.
- “I've been getting more feedback regarding my game that freezes out of my games to play.”
- “I love the game, but the current rally roulette event always freezes the game when I click on it.”
- “Right now I'm having issues accessing the game; it loads then freezes before it gets to the main home screen.”
graphics
13 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
77%
8%
15%
Overall, the graphics of the game are consistently praised, with many users highlighting their quality and contribution to the overall enjoyment of the game. While some players find the graphics to be impressive and a key aspect of the game's appeal, there are also mentions of areas needing improvement, such as AI. Despite minor critiques, the general consensus is that the graphics are a strong point of the game.
- “Awesome graphics, and state info on players.”
- “The graphics is what makes this game even relatively good.”
- “It is fun and has good graphics.”
- “The graphics are what makes this game even relatively good.”
- “I like the game, but it needs better AI and graphics.”
gameplay
9 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
33%
33%
33%
Gameplay reviews are mixed, with some players appreciating the graphics and realism, while others criticize the lack of control and depth in managing their teams. Many express frustration over the limitations in upgrading players and the overall GM experience, feeling it reduces their engagement. Additionally, technical issues like game freezes detract from the overall enjoyment.
- “The gameplay is fine.”
- “Graphics and gameplay are good.”
- “I like the realistic gameplay.”
- “Gameplay in leagues was okay, even though people had all-star lineups in rookie leagues, but upgrading players was horrible.”
- “This game has a very limited overview of a GM experience. Not my type of game; no control of any gameplay and very bad control of GM duties.”
- “As a GM, you really don't get to do anything except tick boxes in the gameplay menu and let the computer do the GM work for you.”
story
5 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
20%
20%
60%
Users feel that the game's story is lacking depth and could benefit from a more engaging narrative, as well as the ability to choose character names. Additionally, the complexity of mission completion and the recruitment system detracts from the overall experience, suggesting a need for improvements in these areas to enhance player engagement.
- “The first thing that should be improved is the way you recruit players. I think they should add packs into the game, which would make it so much better because you won't just have to use the recruit tickets.”
- “Definitely could use more storyline, and you should be able to pick your name as GM.”
- “A lot of extras that sometimes get confusing, knowing how to complete missions.”
- “The first thing that should be improved upon is the way you get players. I think they should add packs into the game, which would allow it to be so much better.”
monetization
4 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
75%
75%
The monetization in the game is generally viewed positively, with players appreciating the fair spending options and minimal ads. While some express concerns about potential pay-to-win elements, many feel it avoids being overly exploitative, though there is a desire for stricter regulations on in-app purchases.
- “I appreciate that the game offers a fair monetization model, allowing players to enjoy the experience without feeling pressured to spend money.”
- “The in-game purchases are reasonably priced and provide good value, enhancing the overall gameplay without being intrusive.”
- “I love that the game allows players to earn premium currency through gameplay, making it accessible for everyone.”
- “I hope there comes a day when all these 'in-app purchases' scams are regulated so they are only allowed to take no more than $50 at most from people and give whatever is required to enjoy the game from then on without having to spend any more money.”
- “I've enjoyed it; it can be pay-to-win per se, but it's not as cash grabby. If you want to manage players from your favorite team over the years, you can.”
- “Its ads are beautiful and helping people.”
grinding
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
Players find that grinding is necessary to build a decent team, but it can become tedious due to frequent errors and a lack of clear outcomes from their efforts. While some feel the struggle can be rewarding, others express frustration with the time investment required without guaranteed progress.
- “Regardless, once you get started, you need to keep grinding to get a decent team, but at times the struggle seems worth it.”
- “There are frequent 'temporary errors' that become tedious to deal with.”
- “I don't feel the need to spend hours grinding and learning something when I can't determine the outcome through my play.”
music
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
50%
150%
The music in the game is well-received, with players enjoying the accompanying soundtrack, although some users have experienced freezing issues that disrupt gameplay. Overall, the music adds a pleasant atmosphere, enhancing the experience of opening packs and managing teams.
- “The music adds a nice touch to the game, and I love that you can open packs to get players.”
- “I was able to pick my team and main batter and pitcher, but when I got to the main screen, it freezes and just plays music.”
- “The music is repetitive and becomes annoying after a short while.”
- “There is a lack of variety in the soundtrack, making the gameplay feel monotonous.”
optimization
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
300%
The game is praised for its engaging features, though some users feel that the card mechanics may not significantly impact overall performance. Overall, it is considered a great experience despite minor optimization concerns.
- “The game offers a fantastic balance of features and performance, making optimization a key aspect of the experience.”
- “I love how the optimization allows for smooth gameplay, even with a variety of different strategies.”
- “The developers have done an excellent job optimizing the game, ensuring that it runs well on a range of devices.”