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Build an MLB card roster, pitch and bat through games or simulations, and compete in ranked, live, and club modes.
Released 17 Mar 2025
Build Your MLB Roster
Play or Simulate Games
Take On Live Rivals
Take your rivalries to the next level in MLB 9 Innings Rivals 26!
Developed by Com2uS · Published by Com2uS
Take charge of an MLB team built from player cards. Set your lineup and use current-season and historic player cards as part of your roster.
Play baseball through pitching and batting, with options including Quick Play, Spotlight Batting, and Full Play. You can also simulate games instead of playing them out, with simple controls focused on the core actions.
Collect cards and develop your players as your team grows. Modes include a league mode, home-run challenges, ranked competition, real-time matches against other players, and battles alongside club members.
Reviews are mixed. Players who enjoy the game often describe it as an accessible, entertaining way to play baseball, and appreciate building and upgrading a roster, its presentation, and the range of modes. Some also value that it can be played for free. Recurring criticisms include heavy monetization and slow progression, limited control over fielding and other on-field actions, and repetitive menus or automated play. Some players also report frustrating matchmaking or technical problems.
Enjoy an Officially Licensed MLB Baseball Game Anytime, Anywhere
Experience the fully integrated 2026 MLB schedule, and take on the World Series with 2026 Live Cards!
The game now features baseball legends from the National Baseball Hall of Fame—available as brand-new cards!
The game chosen by 2-time National League MVP Bryce Harper, MLB 9 Innings Rivals 26!
■ MLB 9 Innings Rivals 26 Game Features
[NEW]
# Set your Support Team during the regular season and earn a variety of rewards!
# A fierce battle to determine the very best. The Ranked Tournament is back!
# Clubhouse Leader System updated. Select your team's Pitching Leader!
# Expanded player growth. Transcendence expansion and Transcendence Potential update!
[REAL]
# 2026 MLB season schedule, stadiums, and uniforms fully featured!
# 2026 Live Cards that reflect real-time performance!
# Realistic player motions captured with cutting-edge technology!
# Every single call matters. Competition intensifies with the ABS Challenge System!
[PLAY]
# [Quick Play, Spotlight Batting, or Full Play]: Choose how you want to enjoy the game!
# Ranked Slugger: Become the true Home Run King!
# Live Match: Face off against rivals from around the world in real time!
# Club Battle: Join forces with your Club members to challenge the top clubs!
[EASY]
# No more complicated controls! Enjoy simple one-touch play.
# Speed through games with Quick Play and play speed settings!
# Improved tutorials to make the game easier to understand.
# Upgrade system revamp. Check success rates at a glance!
Feel the thrill of baseball action with MLB 9 Innings Rivals 26!
| Platforms | Windows |
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| Controller support | PlayStation, Xbox |
| Controller required | No |
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