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Game dossier

HardBall 5

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A 1996 baseball simulation with enhanced presentation, league play, and two-player support.

The briefing

About this game

HardBall 5 is an action-oriented baseball simulator developed by MindSpan Technologies Corp. and published by Accolade. Released on April 15, 1996, it builds on HardBall 4 with adjustable difficulty settings, sharper graphics, and additional commentary by Al Michaels.

Its improved league play includes a full roster of 1994 major leaguers and a bonus legends league. Multiplayer support allows up to two players.

Key Features

  • Adjustable difficulty settings
  • Enhanced graphics
  • Expanded Al Michaels commentary
  • 1994 major league roster
  • Bonus legends league
  • Two-player multiplayer support