Play Best Play Pro Yakyuu II (Japan) Online

Game Overview

Best Play Pro Yakyuu II is one of those NES baseball games that just feels right—especially if you're into the slightly offbeat, hyper-energetic style of late '80s Japanese sports titles. The pitching is snappy, fielding doesn’t make you want to throw your controller, and hitting? Oh man, when you connect, that little pixel bat makes this absurdly satisfying pon! sound.

It’s not MLB-licensed or anything, but who cares? The teams have this weird, endearing charm—like they’re all slightly over-caffeinated versions of real players. And the animations? Pitchers wind up like they’re about to hurl a fastball into orbit. Outfielders dive with the grace of a folding chair. It’s glorious.

I’ll admit, the first time I booted it up, I expected another clunky NES sports game. But five minutes in, I was hooked—cursing at close calls, grinning at dumb little victory cutscenes, and absolutely wrecking my friend in two-player. If you’ve got a soft spot for retro baseball (or just enjoy games that don’t take themselves too seriously), this one’s a blast.