MLB Home Run Derby

MLB Home Run Derby is the official home run contest that takes place before the annual Major League Baseball All-Star Game, and this online baseball game drops you right into that derby. Pick one of six pro players and step up to the plate. The rules are simple: you get exactly one minute to hit as many home runs as you can. There is a special bonus for long hits; if the ball travels 440 feet or more, you get an extra ten seconds on the clock. The countdown does not start until your bat makes contact with the first ball, so you can take your time to get ready. Play until the timer runs out completely. At the end of the round, the game adds up the total distance of all your home runs. Then you can try to beat your own record on your next attempt.

How to play?

Choose one player from the six available and take your place on the field. Move into position at home plate with your bat ready. The timer is frozen and will only start counting down after your first hit. The pitcher throws ball after ball without stopping, creating a constant stream of pitches. A circle appears in front of you that marks the strike zone. When the ball is inside this circle, press the button and your player swings. Timing the swing correctly is critical if you want a powerful hit that sends the ball out of the park. Try to connect with every pitch and turn them into home runs. Each successful fly ball adds distance to your total. When the minute ends, including all bonus time, the contest is over. The screen shows the combined distance of all your home runs. Remember your result and go for a higher number in the next round to show your progress.