Power League 64 is one of those N64 baseball games that flew under the radar, but it’s got some charm if you’re into Japanese-style baseball sims. The stadiums actually look pretty decent for an N64 title—way better than the blocky messes in some other sports games from that era.

First thing you’ll notice is the pitching mechanic. It’s not just button mashing; you’ve got to time your throws, and the batters react realistically to fastballs vs. curves. Fielding takes a second to get used to—players don’t always snap to the ball like in arcade-y baseball games, so you’ve gotta position yourself. Feels a bit clunky at first, but it grows on you.

There’s a tournament mode that’s surprisingly deep for a game this old, and the AI doesn’t just swing at everything. If you’re into slower, more strategic baseball games, this one’s a solid pick. Just don’t expect MLB-level polish—it’s very much a product of its time.