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Playground Studios business and news from across the web.- PLAYGROUND PRODUCTIONS LAUNCHES BRAND-NEW BACKYARD BASEBALL ON STEAMPlayground Productions has launched a new version of Backyard Baseball on Steam for PC and Mac, with PlayStation, Xbox, and Nintendo Switch versions coming soon. The reimagined title features multiple game modes, remastered stadiums, character customization, and online multiplayer planned for a future update. The company is also building a connected "Backyardiverse" starting with this release.
From Classroom to Comeback: How Backyard Sports Was Brought Back to LifePlayground Productions and Mega Cat Studios have announced that Backyard Baseball will be released on PC, Mac, and modern consoles on July 9, 2026. The game will be available on platforms including Nintendo Switch, PlayStation 5, and Xbox Series X.
Backyard Baseball Gets Free Demo, And Of Course It Has Pablo SanchezMega Cat Studios and Playground Productions have released a free demo for the upcoming game Backyard Baseball, available on PC and Mac. The demo features a new Backyard Derby mode and allows players to use classic characters like Pablo Sanchez. The full game, launching July 9, will also be available on PlayStation, Xbox, and Nintendo Switch consoles.
Eidos Montreal Lays Off Over 100 Employees, Studio Head LeavesEidos Montreal has laid off 124 employees, citing "changing project needs" and a need to focus efforts where the studio can be "most effective." Additionally, studio head David Anfossi is departing the company after many years. This news comes amidst a wave of layoffs impacting the broader video game industry.