Backyard Soccer '98 vs Home Run High
Which one is worth buying now, with today's prices and each game's recommendation.
Backyard Soccer '98 wins 9 of 13 head-to-head metrics. Backyard Soccer '98 is R$1.00 cheaper.
Metric by metric
The winner of each row gets a ✓. No row weighs more than another; the recommendation is calculated separately.
| Metric | Backyard Soccer '98 | Home Run High |
|---|---|---|
| GameValio scoreRecommendation: Maybe × Wait for Sale | 57 | 42 |
| Quality | 75 | 57 |
| Value | 50 | 40 |
| Popularity | 19 | 18 |
| Current Best Price (BRL) | R$ 32.99 | R$ 33.99 |
| Steam Review Score | 96.3% positive | 72.6% positive |
| Average Concurrent Players (14 days) | 4 | 6 |
Where to buy
The 3 cheapest stores for each game
Backyard Soccer '98
Home Run High
Side by side over time
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Details and requirements
| Item | Backyard Soccer '98 | Home Run High |
|---|---|---|
| Release date | November 27, 2024 | October 10, 2022 |
| Developers | Mega Cat Studios | Kairosoft Co.,Ltd |
| Publishers | Playground Productions | Kairosoft Co.,Ltd |
| Platforms | Windows | Windows |
| OS (minimum) | Windows 10 32bit | — |
| Processor (minimum) | 2.0+ Ghz | — |
| Memory (minimum) | 1 GB RAM | — |
| Graphics (minimum) | NVidia Quadro K2000M or better (2GB VRAM) | — |
| Storage (minimum) | 200 MB available space | — |
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: Backyard Soccer '98 or Home Run High?
Backyard Soccer '98 won the comparison against Home Run High based on the head-to-head metric breakdown. Check the metrics table above for a full side-by-side analysis.
How is the comparison calculated?
The comparison winner is determined objectively by counting which game wins more individual metrics in the head-to-head table. No weighting is applied. The GameValio Recommendation shown separately is our own suggestion for each game, based on a weighted score that combines quality (reviews), popularity (player counts), and affordability (price vs value) into a score out of 100. These are two different things: the comparison is objective, the recommendation is GameValio's opinion.
Is Backyard Soccer '98 worth buying over Home Run High?
Based on the metrics, Backyard Soccer '98 won the direct comparison. However, also check the GameValio Recommendation for each game and the price comparison table to make the most informed purchase decision.
Which game has better player reviews?
Review score trends and volume over time are shown in the charts section above. The game with consistently higher positive ratios has stronger community reception.
Which game offers better value for money?
The affordability score and price comparison table above highlight the best deals. Backyard Soccer '98 currently scores better on value relative to its quality and price.
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Analysis updated: Oct 24, 2026, 02:59 PM UTC