New App Delivers Real-Time Data and Immersive Baseball Experience

A new era of baseball fandom is dawning with the official launch of the “NPB+” app on Thursday, February 26, 2026. Developed by a consortium of industry leaders – NPB Enterprises Co., Ltd., Konami Digital Entertainment Co., Ltd., and Sony Corporation – NPB+ promises to revolutionize how fans engage with professional baseball in Japan.

The app combines the reliability of NPB certification with cutting-edge tracking data from Sony’s Hawk-Eye Innovations and Konami’s expertise in app development. It will provide comprehensive data for all official games of the Central and Pacific Professional Baseball Leagues, the Climax Series, and the Japan Series.

Key Features of the NPB+ App

• Player Information: Detailed player profiles showcasing characteristics and real-time updates.
• Game News: Complete information on each pitch, delivered in real-time.
• Hawkeye Tracking Data: Real-time visualization of pitch-by-pitch data for a deeper understanding of the game.
• Sharing Function: Easy sharing of exciting plays on social media.
• Samurai Japan Mode: Dedicated coverage of the “2026 WORLD BASEBALL CLASSIC™”, including warm-up games and tournament matches.
• Enhanced UI: A revamped user interface based on fan feedback.
• Original Article Content: Exclusive baseball news and articles.

Samurai Japan Mode and WORLD BASEBALL CLASSIC™ Coverage

In partnership with Sportradar, the official data distributor for the “2026 WORLD BASEBALL CLASSIC™”, NPB+ will feature a dedicated “Samurai Japan Mode.” This will provide fans with the latest data from all 47 games of the tournament, including warm-up games in Nagoya (February 27th & 28th against the Chunichi Dragons) and Osaka (March 2nd & 3rd against the Orix Buffaloes and Hanshin Tigers).

Built on a Legacy of Baseball Innovation

Konami Digital Entertainment has a long-standing commitment to baseball, having been a proud NPB partner since 1999 and a supporter of the NPB12 Team Junior Tournament since 2000. They have similarly developed popular baseball video game series like Pawapuro and Pro Baseball Spirits. “Since 1994, we have also offered the fun of playing baseball as digital entertainment, with titles such as the Pawapuro series and Pro Baseball Spirits series,” according to Konami.

Pro Tip

Utilize the favorite team and player settings to personalize your NPB+ experience and receive tailored notifications.

FAQ

• What data does NPB+ use? The app utilizes NPB-certified data and tracking data from Hawk-Eye Innovations.
• Will the app cover all professional baseball games? Yes, NPB+ will provide data for all official games of the Central and Pacific Professional Baseball Leagues, Climax Series, and Japan Series.
• Is there a cost to use the app? Information regarding pricing was not provided.