MLB Ballpark
Get on Play Store"MLB Ballpark" is an official sport game designed to enhance the experience of attending Major League Baseball games. The app offers features such as mobile ticket management, team schedules, and exclusive ballpark extras. However, users may encounter bugs and annoying advertisements that can detract from the overall enjoyment of the app. Despite its flaws, "MLB Ballpark" can be a useful companion for baseball fans attending games.
Phone
Android
Mobile Platform
Tablet
Reviews
- stability100 mentions
- 3 % positive mentions
- -2 % neutral mentions
- 99 % negative mentions
The app is plagued by significant stability issues, with users frequently reporting crashes, freezes, and glitches that hinder ticket access and overall functionality. Many have expressed frustration over the app's unreliability, particularly during high-demand periods, and despite attempts at troubleshooting, issues persist. While some users note occasional smooth performance, the overwhelming consensus is that the app is "buggy" and requires substantial improvements to enhance stability.
“So far, there have been no glitches, and the gameplay is smooth.”
“The game runs incredibly stable, providing a seamless experience.”
“I've experienced consistent performance without any crashes or bugs.”
“It's great when it works, but most of the time it's slow and buggy -- especially when there is high cell service demand.”
“This year tickets don't pull up, frequently crashes, freezes, won't recognize you on some days, most pages won't load, and if they do, it loads a blank page.”
“App always glitches; once the app is open to view tickets, you need to log in to Ticketmaster anyways.”
- monetization16 mentions
- 0 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 100 % negative mentions
The monetization strategy of the app has been heavily criticized for being overly invasive and ad-ridden, requiring users to navigate a cluttered interface filled with advertisements and extensive terms and conditions. Users express frustration over the app's data collection practices and the necessity of downloading it for digital ticket purchases, which they feel is primarily aimed at increasing ad exposure rather than enhancing the user experience. Overall, the app is seen as a vehicle for aggressive advertising rather than a functional tool for enjoying baseball.
“In order to combat the loss of viewers, sponsors, and ticket sales, MLB has decided to revive baseball by forcing folks to download an app riddled with advertisements.”
“Too many ads, collects and shares way too much of your data, and you're forced into using it for digital tickets.”
“After buying tickets, it's another app to download and another account to create so we can be served more ads.”
- atmosphere8 mentions
- 75 % positive mentions
- 25 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The atmosphere of the game venues is consistently praised for being fun, lively, and enjoyable, with highlights including climate control for comfort and excellent food options. Fans appreciate the vibrant energy at locations like Citi Field and Camden Yards, making them great places to support their teams. Overall, the atmosphere contributes significantly to a memorable experience, regardless of the game's outcome.
“Woooooweeee, Camden Yards is amazing! The atmosphere is rocking!”
“I am loving the roof and climate-controlled atmosphere, especially in the summer months!”
“1st time I went was great, clean, food was unbelievable, atmosphere was just a fun place to be... Citi Field is a great place to be and root for my favorite team, the New York Mets.”
- humor8 mentions
- 100 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The humor in the reviews is largely derived from the frustrations users experience with the app, often expressed through sarcastic remarks about its functionality and the absurdity of the situation. Users find humor in the irony of billionaires profiting while they struggle with technical issues, and some mention the amusing prospect of exploiting the app's flaws for personal gain. Overall, the humor reflects a blend of frustration and irony in the face of technical difficulties.
“Billionaires are laughing at us.”
“Setup two accounts using a computer and you are laughing to the bank.”
“Funny, it was working fine before the update.”
- graphics6 mentions
- 33 % positive mentions
- 33 % neutral mentions
- 33 % negative mentions
Users appreciate the graphics and overall organization of the app, noting that it enhances the experience and provides educational content about baseball. However, there are concerns about the functionality of certain features, such as augmented reality filters and ticket ordering, as well as the size of game day and field graphics, which some find inadequate.
“It's fun, the graphics and organization of the app set up the welcome from the beginning of the experience. I learned a little about baseball I didn't know and I'm excited to learn more about MLB.”
“Like the features and graphics.”
“The game day and field graphics are too small.”
“The app itself is fine, but the Ticketmaster part works like 12% of the time.”
- optimization6 mentions
- 83 % positive mentions
- -33 % neutral mentions
- 50 % negative mentions
The optimization of the game is generally praised, with many users reporting smooth performance and no loading issues. However, some players have experienced poor design and performance, suggesting inconsistencies in optimization across different devices. Overall, while many find it runs excellently, there are notable exceptions.
“Runs smoothly, no loading issues, and just all out amazing.”
“Can't blame it on my phone as all my other apps requiring more memory run smoothly.”
“Excellent performance 💜”
“The game suffers from poor design and performance.”
“Optimization issues make the gameplay experience frustrating.”
“The lack of proper optimization leads to frequent lag and crashes.”
- music6 mentions
- 33 % positive mentions
- 17 % neutral mentions
- 50 % negative mentions
Users express nostalgia for the music, highlighting a personal connection to it, but also report technical issues such as crashes and problems with playback on new devices. Overall, while the music is fondly remembered, its functionality appears to be inconsistent.
“Grew up with this music.”
“[ominous music]”
“The music doesn't work; it always crashes. Otherwise, good.”
“Just downloaded this app to my new Android, but can't hear any of my team's music.”
“Where is the list of walk-up music?”
- story5 mentions
- 0 % positive mentions
- 40 % neutral mentions
- 60 % negative mentions
Users express a nostalgic longing for the storytelling aspect of physical tickets, emphasizing their value in tracking personal experiences and stadium visits. While the app provides a functional alternative, it lacks the sentimental connection that traditional tickets offer, leading to mixed feelings about its overall impact on the ticket-collecting experience.
“I give you money, you send me tickets, end of story.”
“I miss the story that physical tickets tell and this offers some semblance of that - although I'd take physical tickets back any day.”
“I know it's a minor thing, but being a ticket collector, I primarily use the app to keep track of where and when I've been in my quest to see every stadium.”
- grinding2 mentions
- 0 % positive mentions
- -50 % neutral mentions
- 150 % negative mentions
Users find the grinding aspect tedious and frustrating, feeling that it often serves more to exploit their information than to enhance gameplay.
“The grinding is too tedious and feels like a chore.”
“It takes forever to progress, making the game feel more like a job than a fun experience.”
“The repetitive nature of grinding makes it hard to stay engaged with the game.”
- emotional1 mentions
- 100 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The emotional aspect of the experience is hindered by a confusing seat selection process, where users struggle to understand the meaning of color-coded seats due to a lack of clear instructions, leading to frustration rather than engagement.
