Ninja Baseball Batman IREM Arcade (Playthrough/Longplay) 4K

PLAYED By Urien84 Click the bell to keep up to date, subscribe , every day new game^^ https://www.youtube.com/user/TheUrien... Leave a comment:) #retrogaming#longplay#playthrough#ninja Follow me on: Instagram:  / theurien84_collector   Twitter:  / the_urien84   Of course! Here is a detailed description of the gloriously bizarre arcade classic, **"Ninja Baseball Batman" (IREM, 1993)**. *Overview* "Ninja Baseball Batman" is a side-scrolling beat 'em up arcade game developed and released by IREM in 1993. It stands as one of the most legendary "cult classic" games in the arcade canon, not for perfect gameplay, but for its utterly insane, high-concept premise and relentless creativity. As the title suggests, it's a game where ninjas defend the sport of baseball... from aliens, monsters, and historical figures. *The Premise (The Insanity)* The "Batmen" are not caped crusaders, but a team of five professional baseball players who are also elite ninjas. Their mission: recover the sacred legendary baseball artifacts (the "Batsymbol," "Armor," "Glove," etc.) that have been stolen by the *"Mr. B"* gang to discredit baseball and destroy America's pastime. To get them back, the Ninja Baseball Batman team must battle through stages filled with enemies that include: Baseball-themed thugs and robots. Giant monsters, aliens, and dinosaurs. Historical/mythological figures like Roman gladiators, cavemen, and Vikings. ...all while playing baseball. *The Characters* You choose from one of five color-coded heroes, each with unique stats and special moves: *Ryu (Captain, Red):* Well-rounded leader. *Roger (Blue):* Big and powerful, but slower. *Jose (Yellow):* Short, fast, and can crawl. *Lance (Pink):* Very fast with long-range weapons. *Jim (Green):* Young rookie with high jumping ability. *Gameplay* It's a standard but solid belt-scrolling beat 'em up at its core: Use punch, jump, and attack buttons to combo through hordes of enemies. Pick up an array of **wild power-ups and weapons**, including your standard baseball bats and grenades, but also **exploding baseballs, boomerang hats, summonable dinosaurs, and even a motorcycle**. Each stage ends with a *"Base Run"* minigame where you must hit a pitched ball to advance bases while avoiding fielders, blending the beat 'em up with baseball directly. The game is famous for its **incredible spritework and animation**, with huge, colorful characters and hilarious, over-the-top attack animations. *Why It's So Famous / Cult Status* 1. *The Concept:* "Ninja Baseball Batman" is the poster child for the unhinged creativity of the 90s arcade era. The title alone sells the madness. 2. *Visuals & Creativity:* Every stage is a new theme (city, jungle, ancient ruins, alien spaceship), packed with absurd enemies and bizarre set-pieces (like fighting on a giant baseball in space). 3. *Tone:* It doesn't take itself seriously at all. The game is packed with humor, from the enemy designs to the goofy victory dances. 4. *Rarity & Emulation:* The original arcade hardware (IREM M92 board) was uncommon, making it a rare sight in arcades. Its discovery by many gamers via MAME emulation in the early 2000s amplified its legendary "hidden gem" status. 5. *So-Bad-It's-Good / Meme Potential:* The Engrish name, the ridiculous story, and the sheer commitment to the bit make it endlessly memorable and shareable. *Legacy* While not a mainstream hit like Final Fight or Streets of Rage*, Ninja Baseball Batman is **revered by retro gaming enthusiasts* as a peak example of arcade absurdity. It's frequently featured in "weirdest games ever" lists and is a beloved highlight in any arcade game compilation. *In a nutshell: Ninja Baseball Batman is a fantastically animated, completely ridiculous, and incredibly fun beat 'em up that represents the pure, unfiltered fun and creativity of the arcade golden age. It's a game you have to see to believe.*