There is no doubt that video games have been incredibly popular for a very long time. The world saw the introduction of the first video game in 1970, but it is safe to say that these games have come a very long way since then. These days, video games have reached a whole new level of amazing and have gone beyond what some could even imagine.
Although some of the most famous video games include shooting games, open-world games, adventure games, and more, one of the most popular genres within gaming is sports. There are an abundance of sports games for one to choose from depending on their age, interests, and proficiency in gaming. Here are some of the greatest sports video games of all time.
Online Sports Betting
Online gambling and betting is relatively new compared to more traditional video games. However, it has quickly become one of the most popular ways for adults to enjoys sports and gambling, as well as taking advantage of new technology and games. You can place online sports bets in states such as Florida, New Jersey and Pennsylvania to name a few.
When it comes to betting on sports online, there are a variety of ways in which it can be done and a multitude of sports that you can choose from. You can choose to bet on live sporting events or fictional ones that are generated by gambling software. Some of the most popular sports to bet on include:
- Soccer
- Football
- Basketball
- Horse racing
- Tennis
- MMA
- Esports
Sports betting is not something that is fully legal around the globe just yet, but this hasn’t put a halt to its popularity or level of enjoyment.
American Football
By far one of the most popular sports to be played in any video games is American Football. More specifically, football games that focus on the NFL and NFL games, teams, plays, and players.
When it comes to football video games to choose from you will have your choice of selection, but in the end, you will likely find yourself playing one of the Madden NFL series games.
The very first Madden NFL game was released almost 40 years ago, in 1988. Since then, variations of the games, with updated teams, players, and more, have been introduced with the most recent offering realistic gameplay and the ability to simulate the experience of an NFL game.
Football/Soccer
Moving on down the list, the next greatest sports video game of all time is soccer games. Whether you refer to it as soccer or as football, this is a sport that many people truly enjoy and can get behind. The mind goes to one game when it comes to soccer, and that is FIFA, however, there are actually many other games that are related to soccer or based in soccer.
The most popular soccer video games include:
- FIFA series
- Pro Evolution Soccer series (PES)
- Rocket League
- Winning Eleven Series
- Mario Strikers series
Although not all of these games are purely soccer games, they take elements of soccer and implement them into the games to make them more sport-oriented. Mario Strikers is great for younger people who might not have a high skill level while FIFA is better for those who have a good understanding of video games and how the controllers work.
Basketball
Basketball is yet another one of the USA’s most beloved sports, and it comes with not surprise that there are a number of basketball video games for one to choose from if basketball is something they enjoy.
While NBA 2K series is widely recognized as the best basketball videogame franchise, there are plenty more to choose from that are suitable across all ages. Here are some of the most popular options:
- NBA 2K Series
- NBA Live Series
- Mario Sport Basketball games
- NBA Jam Series
- College Hoops 2K Series
- Backyard Basketball Series
- Dunk Hit
The great thing about having a variety of basketball games to choose from is that you can decide whether you want to play as a single player or if you would rather play multiplayer games as there are so many options.
Wrestling and Fighting Sports
Last but not least, the final sport that we will look at is fighting sports. This includes everything from wresting, to boxing, mixed martial arts, and more. These types of games offer a mix of realistic simulation as well as more arcade style experiences, catering to different preferences within the fighting sports genre.
While the popularity of different fighting sports can change over time, some of the most popular ones of today include:
- Fight Night Series
- Mike Tysons Punch Out!!
- Ready 2 Rumble Boxing Series
- UFC Undisputed series
- EA sports UFC Series
- Supremacy MMA
- Pride FC: Fighting Championship
These games are a great way to let out all of your fighting energy without having to exert any physical energy, risk injury, or even potentially hurt others. It is a great way to enjoy participating in fighting sports from the comfort of your own home.
