Experience the thrill of competition and the joy of athletics in our Sports category, dedicated to the wide world of sports video games. Here, you’ll find comprehensive coverage of sports titles across all platforms, from realistic simulations to arcade-style fun. Discover in-depth reviews of the latest sports game releases, analyzing their gameplay mechanics, graphics, team management features, and online modes. Learn pro tips and strategies to dominate in your favorite virtual sports, whether you’re managing a football team or competing in Olympic events. Stay updated on annual franchise updates, emerging sports game genres, and how real-world sports events influence game development. Whether you’re a casual player or a dedicated esports competitor, this category offers insights, discussions, and recommendations to enhance your sports gaming experience.
The year was 1999, and I was slouched on my friend Mark’s basement couch, watching him play some new skateboarding game on his PlayStation. “You gotta try this,” he insisted, passing me the controller after his two-minute run ended. I took it reluctantly. I wasn’t particularly interested in skateboarding games—my previous experience with them had been clunky side-scrollers or overly complicated sims that never quite captured what made skating cool. Plus, I was on a…
My first sports video game was Basketball on the Atari 2600, and calling it “basketball” required more imagination than actual…
