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Inside Pitch Baseball ADVANCED
Board Game & Seasons / Windows PC Game & Seasons / Free Downloads and Addons
Inside Pitch Baseball ADVANCED Game:
ISG is proud to bring you Inside Pitch Baseball ADVANCED!
Inside Pitch Advanced (IPA) is a reimagined version of the original Inside Pitch ball game that was created in 2007. In the years since its introduction, I have kept notes of the feedback I have received from players like you. Some suggested additions to be made to the game engine, while others wished that some of the existing components played differently. So, after producing IP card sets for all years from 1956 to the present day, I set out to develop a new version of the game. The re-design effort had two main goals: add new features to the game and, at the same time, streamline game play. While I think you’ll appreciate the efficiencies gained in this new version, I realize that IPA will not be for everyone, nor will it ever be a “one roll and move on”-type of game. However, fans of the original Inside Pitch will find much of the new game familiar. In fact, if you are a player of the original game, you should be up and running with IPA in a very short amount of time. Let’s take a closer look at Inside Pitch Advanced.
The DIPS system has been retained as the basis for the new game, just like IP. One of the first things you’ll notice about IPA is the expansion of the grid from 36 cells to 64. This has given me the opportunity to add depth and detail to the cards that just wasn’t possible before. For example, I can now include pitcher grid results that occur at much lower frequencies than the 36-cell grid previously allowed. Additionally, I have streamlined game play by utilizing “original” rolls of the dice as much as possible. An example of this is the new range play mechanic: High strikeout and walk pitchers don't allow as many balls in play so they shouldn't be as reliant on the defense behind them. By utilizing the original 1d20 on the pitcher’s card we can mimic this trait without the need for additional re-rolls. Pickoff attempts were folded into the regular pitcher’s grid as well so they can happen at any time. Doubles allowed by pitchers were documented in my notes over the years and is implemented in an unobtrusive way by using a process that was already in the game. Tired pitchers have a higher percentage of result changes and are punished to a higher degree with automatic outs now becoming automatic hits and the potential for a K when not tired becoming a HR when fatigued. Optionally, pitchers can also adjust the HR rate of batters depending on whether there are runners on base or the bases are empty.
Expanding the batter’s grid enabled me to include results like hitting with runners in scoring position (RISP) compared to non-RISP situations, hitting behind runners in hit and run situations and infield singles. A larger grid also expands the diversity of the individual results, allowing the card to better replicate a player’s actual hit location and hit type. Batters now have individualized H&R and SH ranges for the strategy rolls on their card, making it easier to implement.
Ballparks now have outs that can turn into hits if the fielder is playing in. The ballpark grids still show how each park affects different types of hits, but now they go a step further by breaking it down based on how left- and right-handed batters perform in those parks. Home field advantage has been added where range plays are more successful for the HOME team. Optionally, you can play the game with the chance for outfielders to rob home runs hit to the wall. Nobody is climbing the Green Monster in LF at Fenway but RF is a different story. All park effects are now based on a 3-year average to provide more year-to-year consistency. Over the years, the most frequent feedback I received about the game centered on the perceived complexity of baserunner advancement. I personally appreciated the original system because it accounted for many factors that influence a runner’s chances. Inside Pitch Advanced now offers a simplified approach that still captures those key elements—while also incorporating more data, like the outfielder’s assist rate. This new system is more straight forward, but with greater diversity of results occurring proportionally as they do in real life. The double play grounder procedure has also changed making it easier and faster to resolve. Errors have been streamlined to make them easier to determine while making the frequency of error types more realistic. Finally, for the solo gamer, I’ve added a chart to simplify how a play is resolved when the infield is playing in based on actual PBP data. This chart is more realistic and offloads the gamer from micro-managing fielding decisions in those situations.
In the end, IPA is the final chapter of my baseball sim making journey that started in the 1970's with a Radio Shack calculator, a ribbon typewriter and my first Street and Smith baseball magazine. We couldn't afford those games in the ads (probably APBA, Strat) but just seeing that there were games out there like that set me on my way.
Step Inside the batter's box NOW with Inside Pitch Baseball ADVANCED !
Inside Pitch Baseball ADVANCED Board Game Parts:
$ 22.00 for the Printed Materials (Postage Paid)
THIS PRICE ONLY FOR GAME PARTS PURCHASED WITH FULL PRINTED MLB SEASON (please see list of seasons below)
Game comes with Three Dice, Laminated Game Charts & Field, Game Pawns, Pitchers' Hitting Cards, Rulebook and a box to store it all in on your shelf.
$ 35.00 for the Printed Materials (Postage Paid)
Game comes with Three Dice, Laminated Game Charts & Field, Game Pawns, Pitchers' Hitting Cards, Rulebook and a box to store it all in on your shelf.. *Includes everything you need to play the game including the 1978 World Series teams! No MLB Season is included.
$ FREE DOWNLOAD for the PDF / eBook Rule and Charts
*Includes everything that you need to play the game including the 1978 & 1984 World Series teams! No MLB Season is included.
*Bring your own dice...
| Inside Pitch Baseball ADVANCED Game Parts: |
Printed & Shipped $14 - $35 |
eBook / PDF
(via Download)
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Inside Pitch Baseball ADVANCED Full Game Parts - when also purchasing a printed MLB season at the same time |
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| Inside Pitch Baseball ADVANCED Full Game Parts - Includes 1978 World Series Teams |
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'I Have now played a dozen games of IPA. It's truly a terrific sim. Pretty much nothing is missed in detail. It's flow and intuitive play is excellent. '
'After two games, maybe even 2 innings, I'm hooked. Chris has accomplished his goal of adding depth while smoothing out gameplay. Adjusting to the DP and Runner Advancement procedures took a minute too absorb, but they resolve quickly and add a very good feel to the narrative.'
'The details are excellent and the flow - once you play a few games - is smooth and intuitive. The best part is the game is extremely fun to play. '
'...so I have rolled around 45 games with IPA and I have to say it is incredible!'
'2 games and I am hooked! IPA great game!'
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Pro Seasons for Inside Pitch Baseball ADVANCED Board Version:
PLEASE NOTE: THE SEASONS BELOW DO NOT INCLUDE ANY GAME PARTS
$73.00 - $119.00ea for the Printed/Shipped Materials
$17.00 - $20.00ea for the *PDF / eBook - board game version
From the hope and dreams of April, where everyone is - theoretically - on the same ground; through the long and sweltering dogs days and into the excitement of pennant races and playoff baseball, the boys of summer are there everyday perfecting their trade. Get inside America's Pastime, right on your table top, with all the detail and ease of play that Inside Pitch Baseball ADVANCED Offers.
Grab your favorite season(s) recreating various campaigns in Major League Baseball now, you won't be disappointed!
*eBooks are in PDF format and are sent via email within 24hrs of purchase. The 2x4 perforated card stock that is ideal for IPA is readily available from Amazon and other retailers.
MLB Season (Board Game) |
CARDS= Players w/ 20+AB or 20+IP + qualifying multi team players
FRINGE= Players between 3 and 20 AB and IP
UNIFORM= Players re-colored with other traded teams played for
FULL= All CARDS, FRINGE and UNIFORM (Everything Above)
*EBOOK = PDF file contains all card options in both BW and Color
Printed Materials include Postage within the Continental USA
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'I’ve Played a few games of advanced and it’s been wonderful. I’m sure the learning curve feels smaller due to me already knowing inside pitch, but the way the rules are written, and the examples that are given, I think anyone could pick this up.'
'...the 8x8 grid looked so busy and seemed like a little more searching was needed to find the result. But, after playing the IPA those two things didn't seem to matter as the game, at least for me, was so much more playable than before and I enjoyed it so much. I love the way the runner advancement and double plays are now handled. All the little extra symbols are great and seamlessly add to the realism of the game. '
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NEW FREE DOWNLOADS FOR BOARD VERSION |
Extra / Fringe PLAYER CARDS for Inside Pitch Baseball ADVANCED |
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ERRATA DOWNLOADS FOR BOARD VERSION |
Corrected PLAYER CARDS for Inside Pitch Baseball ADVANCED |
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Inside Pitch Baseball ADVANCED - Windows / PC Game :
$Free to try (5 day fully functioning "DEMO")
$
30 for the registration code / single PC license
The Windows version of IPA plays exactly like the board game version of IPA. The player cards are displayed on the screen, the dice rolls are automatically generated and the program keeps stats. IPA for Windows makes playing IPA an option for those who may prefer playing a PC sim instead of the board game version.
IPAdv PC features:
- There are two different options to choose from when playing a game. You can play a random game between two teams of your choosing or you can play a game from the built in Scheduler.
- While playing a Scheduled game, selecting each teams’ lineups is simple as well when using the built in As-Played Lineup option. You can also choose your own lineups and save them for future use.
- Game stats can be saved and compiled.
- Free agent features are included which make moving players from team to team a breeze (for those in-season trades). The season databases can be easily edited. You can move players, release players.
- Team, Player, & Ballpark images* can also be displayed on the game screen which add to the visual elements of the game.
*Images are not included with the game and must be supplied by the user.
- Compiled stats can be viewed team by team, League or individual Player, separated by Batting, Pitching & Defense.
- Game stats & accumulated team stats can be exported to HTML format for easy internet posting.
- Save Game feature. You can Save a game at any time (during play stoppages) and resume play at a later time.
- An AutoSave feature is implemented automatically before each at-bat so a game can be picked up where it left off if needed (for those who forget to save their games).
- There is no Auto Coach mode or quick play mode. The program also requires interaction from the person playing it. My goal was to maintain the feel of the board game version. IP for Windows isn't a simulation in which you just read the displayed text describing the action, you will be a part of the game. With IP for the PC, even with minimal knowledge of the sport, you can be up and playing in no time and achieve accurate results.
DOWNLOAD THE WINDOWS PC / FIVE DAY TRIAL VERISON HERE
Fully functional complete game v1.3.3 (Nov 16 2025) - unlock with purchase to continue using.
DO NOT UNINSTALL any previous version of IP prior to installing version 1.3.3
After unzipping the above archive, it includes two setup files. These files are:
Inside Pitch Baseball.exe : Run this file to install the demo of IP PC. This is a fully functional version of IP Baseball. It is only limited by time expiration.
*PLEASE NOTE* - Registered IP for PC customers DO NOT need to re-purchase the game in order to play IPA. Simply upgrade to the current version above as
Inside Pitch for PC includes both IP and IPA in one single purchase . |
| Inside Pitch Baseball ADVANCED PC GAME |
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DIGITAL DOWNLOAD REGISTRATION
Including the 1978, 1984 & 2024 World Series Teams:
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Some items of NOTE:
1. The IPA demo must NOT be uninstalled and reinstalled, otherwise the demo will be expired!
2. The only way to get the IPA demo installed again after it has expired is to install it on a different PC.
3. If the IP demo has been installed on multiple PC's and you want to purchase an Unlock Code, please make sure you submit the registration number from the main PC that you wish to run IPA on.
4. When an IPA Unlock Code is purchased, this gives the user a single PC license.
- Additional licenses may be purchased at a much reduced rate of $10ea.
IPA for Windows Refund Policy:
Since you are provided with a 5 day free trial period to evaluate IPA and to ensure that the program runs successfully on your system, once an Unlock Code has been issued for IPA we are unable to issue a refund for the product.
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PC Season Data Files for Inside Pitch Baseball ADVANCED
$17.00 - $20.00 for digital data file / PC Version (priced same as eBook above)
These are the database files containing player and team info to be used with the PC version of Inside Pitch ADVANCED.
Once purchased, the file will be emailed to the address that you used to order. Please use a valid email address for that reason. The ISG data file attachments are rejected by Gmail. Customers who use Gmail will need to provide an alternative email address for the data files to be sent to.
| MLB Seasons (Windows PC) |
Electronic File sent via Email |
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