Become a Legendary Manager in Out of the Park Baseball 22 (OOTP 22) Now Available on PC and Later this Season on Mobile in Out of the Park Baseball GO (OOTP GO)
Major 2021 Seasonal Updates Now Available in MLB 9 Innings, MLB 9 Innings GM and MLB Perfect Inning Adding New Players, Updated Rosters, Feature Updates, and more
LOS ANGELES — March 26, 2021 — With Opening Day on the horizon, GAMEVIL and Com2uS are releasing a series of new MLB- and MLB Players, Inc.-licensed mobile baseball games and major 2021 seasonal updates to its live games portfolio fit for every type of player and fan. Out of the Park Baseball 22 (OOTP 22), the premier baseball management strategy game, is now available on Steam for PC, Mac and Linux for $39.99 and Out of the Park Baseball GO (OOTP GO), a new in development mobile version of the beloved game will arrive later this season for fans looking to take their team on the road. In addition, new expansive seasonal updates are heading to GAMEVIL and Com2uS’ live-service lineup of hit MLB mobile games with MLB 9 Innings 21, MLB 9 Innings GM 2021 and MLB Perfect Inning 2021 receiving new players and updated rosters as well as a variety of new and enhanced features that give players more ways to play and compete with one another.
“At GAMEVIL and Com2uS, it’s our goal each year to create an immersive and all-encompassing series of baseball gaming experiences that can be enjoyed by every type of baseball fan and player,” said Richard Grisham, Director of Business Development at GAMEVIL and Com2uS. “With the support of our partners at MLB and MLB Players, Inc., we’ve been able to incorporate the special nuances that makes baseball such a fun and exciting sport. From the ins-and-outs of team management to the unique stadium experience, our players can live out that baseball fantasy of managing from the dugout or stepping onto the mound to throw a pitch in a really authentic and gratifying way you can’t find anywhere else.”
“Video games provide a powerful way to connect fans with their favorite teams, beloved Players and, most importantly, other fans to celebrate the culture of baseball,” said Evan Kaplan, Managing Director of MLB Players, Inc.. “We could not be more excited to lead off the 2021 season with the launch of Out of the Park Baseball 22, a staple in baseball culture, and GAMEVIL and Com2uS’ mobile lineup of MLB titles so fans can take the game wherever they go.”
From aspiring team managers to casual arcade sluggers, GAMEVIL and Com2uS have every type of baseball fan covered with their latest lineup of games:
- Out of the Park Baseball 22 (OOTP 22) - Available today on Steam or direct from OOTP for PC, Mac and Linux - Out of the Park Development’s award-winning baseball strategy game transports players to the dugout to take their favorite teams all the way and build a baseball dynasty for the ages. Marking its 22nd anniversary, OOTP 22 is the most authentic, hands-on baseball management experience which gives players the chance to oversee every aspect of their MLB organization, from scouting, the draft, trades and free agency to managing finances, personnel moves and seasonal and day-of team strategies. Players can oversee their leagues at a high level and play entire seasons in minutes, or play out each game in the immersive 3D game mode, managing play-by-play or even pitch by pitch. For more information on Out of the Park Baseball 22 visit: https://www.ootpdevelopments.com/out-of-the-park-baseball-home/
- MLB 9 Innings 21- Update now available on the Apple App Store and Google Play - Players will step into the shoes of their favorite MLB star Players to become the league’s finest. To get to the top, players can compete in exhilarating real-time 3-inning matches, conquer League Mode to dominate the World Series, find the best players through dynamic Ranked Battle, and join the fierce competition among other MLB 9 Innings players worldwide in Clutch Hits Mode. MLB 9 Innings 21 introduces players to the enhanced graphics that allow them to experience the realistic stadium environment, along with new competitive PvP modes to put their batting, catching and sliding skills to test and take their teams all the way. For more information on MLB 9 Innings 21 please visit: https://twitter.com/mlb9i
- MLB 9 Innings GM 2021 - Update launching on March 30 on the Apple App Store and Google Play - Taking on the role of a baseball general manager through their phone, players will build and manage their very own teams, creating a personal story in League Mode with the ultimate goal of becoming World Series Champions. Players can also compete against one another in the Tournament Mode or Club Match to show off their managerial skills in real-time or share their secrets to success. From recruiting, trading, scouting and upgrading Players, players will be in full control of building a pennant worthy team. MLB 9 Innings GM 2021 introduces the updated 2021 MLB rosters and stats marking more than 200 Award Players from Rookie of the Year to MVP as well as the new Ultimate Player type. Players who pre-register for MLB 9 Innings GM 2021 will receive bonus rewards at launch. To find out more information on MLB 9 Innings GM 2021 and the events heading to the game this season, please visit: https://event.withhive.com/ci/mlbgm/pre_register_2021
- MLB Perfect Inning 2021 - Update launching on March 30 on the Apple App Store and Google Play - This arcade-style simulation will have players controlling every aspect of an MLB game from pitches thrown to hitting from the batter’s box. Players will collect and assemble their own star-studded roster of their favorite MLB pros, participating in a variety of modes including a Season Mode, Home Run Derby, Live turn-based action mode or Club Battle Mode. MLB Perfect Inning 2021 season update will add the new All-Time Best card type in addition to 25 of the best new players for each position as well as enhancements to the Player Piece upgrade system, PvP mode and more. MLB Perfect Inning 2021 will be holding a special in-game event with cover athlete Clayton Kershaw (pitcher for the Los Angeles Dodgers), with more details available soon. For more information on MLB Perfect Inning 2021 please visit: https://www.facebook.com/MLBPI
To stay current on all of GAMEVIL and Com2uS’ 2021 baseball titles, follow the company on the following social media channels:
- GAMEVIL - Twitter, Facebook, YouTube, Twitch
- Com2uS - Twitter, Facebook, YouTube, Twitch
- Out of the Park Developments - Twitter, Facebook, YouTube, Twitch
About Out of the Park Developments
Out of the Park Developments is the developer of the award-winning Out of the Park Baseball series of baseball strategy games and Franchise Hockey Manager series of hockey strategy titles. German-based OOTP Developments was founded by Markus Heinsohn and Andreas Raht in 1999. OOTP Developments has consistently produced games that have met with critical acclaim, including winning Metacritic's coveted “PC Game of the Year” for the 2016 version of OOTP and "Game of the Year" for the 2007 edition of OOTP, which remains the second highest-rated PC game on Metacritic of all time. Further information on the company and its games is available from the OOTP Developments website, http://www.ootpdevelopments.com
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About GAMEVIL
GAMEVIL has published games optimized for mobile devices enjoyed by over 115 million players since 2000. GAMEVIL is an experienced global mobile game developer and publisher, having worked with more than 70 top studios around the world. With offices in Los Angeles, Berlin, Tokyo, Beijing, Bangkok, Singapore, Taipei, Hanoi, Jakarta, and headquartered in Seoul, GAMEVIL has been able to craft numerous award-winning games with a diverse background through a deep understanding of the industry and regional knowledge. GAMEVIL continues to lead the sector with a commitment to establishing mobile gaming as a way of life. Follow GAMEVIL on Twitter at @GAMEVIL and "Like" GAMEVIL on Facebook at facebook.com/gamevil. For more information, visit http://www.gamevil.com.
About Com2uS
Established in 1998 and headquartered in South Korea, Com2uS operates internationally with offices in the United States, Germany, Japan, Indonesia, Taiwan, China, Thailand and Vietnam, and became a subsidiary of GAMEVIL in 2013. The mission is simple. As a leading developer and publisher of mobile games, they thrive on creating games with a level of depth and engagement rarely experienced on mobile platforms.
Com2uS has a number of mobile games around the world, including Summoners War, Ace Fishing: Wild Catch and Golf Star. With over 100 million downloads and global sales of $1.8 billion, Summoners War is the #1 grossing game in 86 countries and in the top 10 in 137. The game's RPG mobile sales is ranked first in 133 countries and continues to grow worldwide.