HardBall '99
Hardball 99 (known as Hardball 6 in PC) is a baseball simulation. Hardball 99 follows up on Hardball 5. It is the first in the series to feature 3D enhanced graphics. It also has full Major League Baseball licensing, which allows the use of all real player names and teams. Gameplay modes include- Dynasty Dlay in which players get older over time which will effect their capabilities, Interleague Play, Consecutive Season Play with the amateur draft, and a custom league and schedule generator. An All-Time team that stars famous players from the past is included as well.
- Genre
- Sports/Baseball
- Year
- 1998
- Developer
- MindSpan Technologies Corp
- Publisher
- Accolade
- Players
- 2
P2P Netplay available on compatible cores
HardBall '99 frequently asked questions
How do I play HardBall '99 online with a friend?
HardBall '99 (PlayStation) can be played online with friends using Etera's P2P netplay. Create a room in the launcher and invite your friend, who joins through the invite. Step by step:
- Download the Etera launcher for Windows or Linux and create your account.
- Ask your friend to do the same and add them to your friends list.
- Pick the game in the library and create a netplay room.
- Invite your friend: they accept the invite and join the room.
- The launcher keeps dependencies on the same version for both players, avoiding desync.
How do I play HardBall '99 on PC?
Download the Etera launcher (Windows or Linux), find HardBall '99 in the PlayStation library and click to download. The launcher handles the emulator and setup for you.
Does HardBall '99 netplay lag?
Etera uses a direct P2P connection between players, which usually means low latency. Results depend on each player's internet quality.
Can I play HardBall '99 for free?
Yes. Every account gets a 5-day trial with premium features. After that, the free plan allows 3 new games per day and 1 netplay session per day. Premium raises those limits.
Play HardBall '99 on Etera
Download the launcher for Windows or Linux, find this game in the library and play solo or with friends.
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