Overview

Diamond Clubs is a new online multiplayer mode inspired by the team-based progression and social experience that has made club-based sports gaming extremely successful.

Players create and develop a single custom ballplayer and join a persistent club with friends. Each user controls only their own player during games, creating a true team experience where every at-bat, pitch, defensive play, and base-running decision matters.

Core Features

Create Your Ballplayer

• Start as a prospect with an overall rating of 60.
• Progress through gameplay and achievements.
• Customize appearance, equipment, animations, and archetypes.

Club System

• Create or join a club.
• Up to 9 human-controlled players on the field.
• Remaining positions filled by AI when necessary.
• Club leaders manage uniforms, logos, and stadium customization.

Position-Based Gameplay

• Pitchers control every pitch.
• Catchers call games and manage runners.
• Infielders and outfielders control all defensive actions.
• Every player is responsible for their own performance.

Seasons & Rankings

• Regular season.
• Playoffs.
• World Series.
• Promotion and relegation divisions.

Archetypes

• Slugger
• Contact Specialist
• Speedster
• Defensive Wizard
• Ace Pitcher
• Two-Way Superstar

Why It Works

Diamond Clubs would:

• Increase player retention.
• Encourage friend groups to play together.
• Create long-term progression outside Diamond Dynasty.
• Generate new opportunities for cosmetic content and customization.
• Bring a unique competitive team experience to baseball gaming.

Vision

The goal is to create the first true club-based baseball experience, where players build careers together, compete for championships, and create memorable moments that can only happen when every position on the field is controlled by a real person.