Tony La Russa Baseball on the Sega Genesis is one of those old-school sports games that somehow still holds up. The first thing you’ll notice is how clean the sprites look—players actually have distinct stances, and the field has this weirdly satisfying depth to it. Not gonna lie, the pitching mechanics take a minute to get used to, but once you figure out the timing, it feels surprisingly solid for a game from this era.

What I love is how much strategy sneaks in there. You can’t just swing at everything—pick your pitches, manage your bullpen, and yeah, sometimes bunt your way to victory if you’re desperate. The AI isn’t a pushover either; they’ll punish you for bad throws. And that crack of the bat when you nail a homer? Still weirdly satisfying.

It’s not perfect—fielding can be janky, and the commentary is hilariously repetitive—but if you’re into retro baseball games, this one’s a solid pick. Just don’t blame me when you lose track of time trying to clinch the pennant.