Bitball Baseball lets you manage and build your own team in this ultra low-res simulator

Ah, baseball. The vicious swing of the bat, the crack of wood meeting leather, and the smell of speciously edible hotdogs—is there anything more American than the baseball diamond? As someone from the UK, I wouldn't know firsthand, but I can appreciate the allure of managing your own team in the major leagues. Enter Bitball Baseball, an upcoming super low-res baseball simulator that lets you do just that.

Don't expect high-resolution, Unreal Engine textures here; Bitball Baseball is rendered on a delightfully small scale. You'll oversee the entire field and a horde of pixelated fans as your players compete against rival teams, dashing for bases after every swing.

In terms of features, Bitball Baseball offers virtually everything you'd want from a fantasy sports simulator. You can manage your own team, hire players, and even construct a world-beating stadium. Trade players, customize your team and lineup, and grow a dedicated fanbase—or perhaps gouge them with ticket prices. If you opt for the premium version, you can take customization to the next level by creating your own custom team and players, tailoring their names and appearances to your heart's content.

Yes, the baseball simulator genre may not be as popular as football or American football franchises, but there's no denying the universal appeal of this sport. I also appreciate that developers Duckfoot Games are transparent about what's included in both the free and premium versions of their game, even detailing it on the storefront!

You can experience Bitball Baseball when it launches on March 12th—just a few weeks away! Be sure to pre-register on Android or iOS and get ready to take your hits.

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