Best sports video games

This category covers a mix of both. Wii Sports used motion controls so that players could swing a remote like a tennis racket or a bowling ball, and it brought many people who had never played video games into the hobby. Rocket League combines football with fast rocket-powered cars and has become a popular competitive game. Pong, one of the earliest commercial video games, is a simple table tennis game that shows how much fun two paddles and a ball can be.

For each game we describe how a match works, the main modes, and the platforms it appeared on when we are certain of them. We also say who the game suits best: families looking for a party activity, players who like quick online matches, or people interested in video game history. Ratings are our own editorial opinions. We do not sell or host these commercial games; this guide only introduces them. Sports games pair well with outdoor play, so see our outdoor games section too, and try our free browser arcade games for a short competitive break.