# Make The Play

> Baseball defensive training simulator with timed matchups and competitive modes. (iPhone/iPad app by Michael Healy.)

- Source: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/make-the-play/id1563023493 (this page in markdown: same URL + `.md`)
- Developer: [Michael Healy](https://appshunter.io/developer/1563023495)
- Category: Games, Sports
- Price: Free
- Rating: 4.44/5 from 18 App Store ratings · 9 written reviews indexed
- Age rating: 4+
- Requires: iOS 11.0 · 46 MB
- Languages: English
- Released: 2021-08-14
- Data updated: 2026-06-10
- Monetization: free with in-app purchases
- User reviews in markdown: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/make-the-play/id1563023493/reviews.md

## What is Make The Play?

The best defensive baseball players have amazing instinct, cat-like reaction, and an uncanny ability to think ahead.  MTP aims to instill these qualities in players via simulated, timed head to head matchups. Race against the clock in Practice Mode or subscribe to the Player Pass to go head to head with players across the globe. 

Features:
-Choose your own position.
-Fun Swipe/Tap game controls. 
-Play engine with over 280 game situations for every position
-Defensive situations for every type of hit including Bunt defense
-Share your high scores with friends and coaches

**In-App Purchase for Player Pass Features: 
-Compete for Gold Gloves in seasons where leaders get a shot at prizes.
-View and place in global Leaderboard/Standings 

***Team Pass: 
-15 Player passes to provide for your team
-Connect with teamates/coaches and challenge them any time!
-Earn bragging rights among your teammates on the team leaderboard

**An autorenewing $2.99 per month purchase for Player Pass will be applied to your iTunes account on confirmation.
***An autorenewing $149.99 per year purchase for Team Pass will be applied to your iTunes account on confirmation.

Subscriptions will automatically renew unless canceled within 24-hours before the end of the current period. You can cancel anytime with your iTunes account settings.

For more information please see Terms of Service: https://maketheplay.app/terms-and-conditions/

Privacy Policy: https://maketheplay.app/privacy-policy/

## Key features

- Choose your position
- Swipe/Tap game controls
- 280+ game situations
- Defensive situations for all hit types
- Share high scores
- Global leaderboards
- Team challenges

## Recent user reviews (9 of 9)

All indexed reviews: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/make-the-play/id1563023493/reviews.md

### 5/5 — PUT ME IN THE GAME

*2022-07-14, version 1.2*

PUT ME IN THE GAME OR ILL PRANK CALL YOU EVEN MORE 👹👹👹 signed, Tami 😁 (harpears bestie)

### 5/5 — Best Baseball Game Ever

*2021-08-27, version 1.0*

This app has helped me learn what to do in my position and is really fun to play.

### 5/5 — Good practice

*2021-08-26, version 1.0*

After playing softball, and now coaching this app has helped young players learn the mechanics behind different playing situations. Using the app for both baseball and softball will help the players become more skilled in the different types of plays.

### 5/5 — great app!

*2021-08-22, version 1.0*

I love this app! easy to use and very helpful

### 5/5 — great app

*2021-08-22, version 1.0*

this is great practice for people wanting to learn baseball play strategies!

### 5/5 — Helps my 6 year old

*2021-08-22, version 1.0*

I’ve tried explaining baseball to my 6 year old several times to no avail. This app helped me explain baseball to my son. He still doesn’t totally get it but he’s starting. Definitely recommend to anyone trying to teach their kids baseball.

### 5/5 — Bob S

*2021-08-19, version 1.0*

Easy for my 10 year old son to play. It really gets him thinking about the plays he can make in a game. Definitely worth the money considering how much I’ve spent at the batting cages.

### 3/5 — Paddy

*2021-08-18, version 1.0*

This game is so much fun and can perfect your baseball skills. And it is free to practice but you can play with friend for only $3 a month!

### 5/5 — Amazing

*2021-08-14, version 1.0*

This app is super fun to play and easy to download! $3 a month is a steal for this exciting app!

## Frequently asked questions about Make The Play

### What is Make The Play?

Make The Play is a baseball defensive training simulator that uses timed head-to-head matchups to improve player instinct, reaction time, and strategic thinking. It offers various game situations for different positions and hit types.

### How does Make The Play improve my skills?

The app simulates real-game defensive scenarios, challenging you to react quickly and make the right plays against the clock. This helps build muscle memory and decision-making abilities crucial for baseball defense.

### Can I play Make The Play offline?

The description does not specify offline play capabilities. However, features like competing with players across the globe suggest an online connection is required for those modes.

### What are the Player Pass features in Make The Play?

The Player Pass, available via a $2.99 monthly subscription, allows you to compete for Gold Gloves in seasons with prize opportunities and view/place on global leaderboards.

### What is the Team Pass in Make The Play?

The Team Pass, priced at $149.99 annually, provides 15 Player Passes for your team, enables connection with teammates and coaches for challenges, and features a team leaderboard for bragging rights.

### How do I cancel my Make The Play subscription?

Subscriptions automatically renew unless canceled at least 24 hours before the current period ends. You can manage and cancel your subscription anytime through your iTunes account settings.

### What devices does Make The Play support?

Make The Play is supported on iPhone, iPad, and iPod devices, as indicated by its compatibility information.

### How often is Make The Play updated?

The latest version, 1.2, was released on October 12, 2021. Further update frequency is not specified in the provided data.

## Version history (last 1 release)

### 1.2 — 2021-10-12

Added high score to practice mode. 
Added free 7 day free trial for player pass. 
Bug fixes and feature enhancements.

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