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Backyard Baseball '97

Sports • Playground Productions LLC • ⭐ 3.70 • 10,000+
Version 1.1.17 Everyone

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Permissions Explained 6 permissions requested View details

This app requests 6 permissions. The table below explains what each permission may allow and what users should review before installing.

Status Permission What it means Why it may be used User safety note
ℹ️ Review View Network Connections view network connections This is an Android permission or app-specific permission requested by the app. The app may use this permission for features related to its category, device support, background behavior, storage, connectivity, or system integration. Review this permission before installing, especially if it does not match the app’s expected purpose.
ℹ️ Review Full Network Access full network access This is an Android permission or app-specific permission requested by the app. The app may use this permission for features related to its category, device support, background behavior, storage, connectivity, or system integration. Review this permission before installing, especially if it does not match the app’s expected purpose.
ℹ️ Review Run At Startup run at startup This is an Android permission or app-specific permission requested by the app. The app may use this permission for features related to its category, device support, background behavior, storage, connectivity, or system integration. Review this permission before installing, especially if it does not match the app’s expected purpose.
ℹ️ Review Prevent Device From Sleeping prevent device from sleeping This is an Android permission or app-specific permission requested by the app. The app may use this permission for features related to its category, device support, background behavior, storage, connectivity, or system integration. Review this permission before installing, especially if it does not match the app’s expected purpose.
ℹ️ Review Google Play License Check Google Play license check This is an Android permission or app-specific permission requested by the app. The app may use this permission for features related to its category, device support, background behavior, storage, connectivity, or system integration. Review this permission before installing, especially if it does not match the app’s expected purpose.
ℹ️ Review Receive Data From Internet receive data from Internet This is an Android permission or app-specific permission requested by the app. The app may use this permission for features related to its category, device support, background behavior, storage, connectivity, or system integration. Review this permission before installing, especially if it does not match the app’s expected purpose.

About Backyard Baseball '97

Rediscover the joy of the original Backyard Baseball 1997! Build your roster from the iconic cast of 30 characters stacked with charming personalities and witty banter, and get the edge on the competition with power-ups, fireball pitches, super strength, and Pablo Sanchez! Play pick-up games, practice batting, and compete in single games or a whole season with simple, intuitive controls that anyone can master! Game Modes: Random Pick-up: A quick way to jump right in! The computer chooses a random team for you and itself, and the game starts immediately. Single Game: You take turns with the computer to choose players from a random pool of characters. Season: You create a team and manage it through a 14 game series. The opposing teams are computer generated. At the end of the season the best two teams advance to the BBL playoffs (best of 3). The winner advances to the championship series which consists of the Super Entire Nation Tournament (best of 3) and then the Ultra Grand Championship of the Universe Series (best of 5)! Batting Practice: Choose a batter and face Mr. Clanky for some batting practice. This is where you’ll learn just when to click to make your chosen batter hit that ball! T-ball - Select T-ball mode for more accessible game play. Simply click to hit, run, and field! BACKYARD BASEBALL RULES The rules for Backyard Baseball are a hybrid of Pro and Little League rules: No leading off No Injuries Bunting is allowed Tagging up is allowed Stealing is allowed At our core, we are fans first–not just of video games but of the Backyard Sports franchise. Fans have asked for accessible and legal ways to play their original Backyard titles for years, and we are excited to deliver. Without having access to the source code, there are hard limitations on the experience we can create. Backyard Baseball '97 runs buttery smooth for iOS devices, looks better than ever, and creates a new installation for digital preservation within the Backyard Sports catalog that allows the next generation of fans to fall in love with the title that started it all. Heads-up! This version of the game is English-only for now. We're listening to feedback and hope to support more languages in the future!

What Backyard Baseball '97 Is Used For

Backyard Baseball '97 appears to be a sports game focused on casual baseball matches on Android phones. Based on the metadata, it is commonly used for quick pick-up play, single games, batting practice, and longer season play with a roster of 30 characters. The game also includes simpler T-ball style controls, which may make it easier for newer players or younger users to learn the basics of hitting, running, and fielding.

The app seems designed for people who want a retro baseball game with short sessions or a more involved season mode. Its network permissions and license-check permission suggest the app may need internet access for normal app functions such as validation or updates, while the startup and sleep-related permissions may support background operation and keeping the device awake during play. Since it is categorized as Sports and listed as a phone app, it appears best suited for touchscreen use on a handheld Android device.

Common uses

  • Quick baseball games with computer-controlled teams
  • Create a roster and play through a season mode
  • Practice batting timing against a pitching target
  • Use T-ball mode for simpler tap-based controls
  • Play on an Android phone with touch input
  • Try different characters and team combinations
  • Suitable for short play sessions or longer seasons
Best for:
Retro sports fans Casual baseball play Phone gaming Quick matches Season mode players
Related tags
android game backyard baseball baseball game batting practice casual sports classic sports game phone app retro baseball season mode sports game t-ball mode touch controls

App Details

Package:
com.pgp.bybb97
Category:
Sports
Developer:
Playground Productions LLC
Version:
1.1.17
Updated:
Jan 14, 2026
Min Android:
5.0
Age Rating:
Everyone
Contains Ads:
No
In-App Purchases:
No

Official Listing

  • Official listing available on Google Play
  • Package name: com.pgp.bybb97
  • Age rating: Everyone

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