Blog about Gaming, Computers and Technology

Image taken on 2010-06-15 15:20:35 by popculturegeek.com.

For those that remember playing on the Atari 2600 or Commodore 64, it blows the mind to think just how far the gaming industry has come in such a short time. Today, games achieve once undreamed of levels of realism, and perhaps this is most readily apparent in the segment of the market catering to the sports fan. However, realism isn’t always the hallmark of a great sports video game, as you’ll see as you take a journey through our picks for the top 8 best sports games ever.

8. Madden 2005

In terms of financial success, the Madden franchise is the greatest sports video game series ever made, but we had a tough time placing it any higher since it has limited appeal outside of North America. Why did we choose the 2005 edition out of the many available? Because 2005 included all of the great innovations we now take for granted.

7. NBA Street Vol. 2

Many people would argue that NBA Jam should be here instead, but those would just be the old farts that can’t let go of the past. Street took NBA Jam and made it cool for a whole new generation.

6. Tiger Woods PGA Tour 2003

Just as Tiger Woods helped to give the sport broader appeal, the 2003 edition of PGA Tour made golf video games available to entire new segments of the gaming field. People who wouldn’t be caught dead on the links were trashing talking and teeing off with Tiger.

5. World Soccer Winning Eleven 7 International

There are many great football titles to choose from, and reducing them to a single best is no easy task. In the end, we chose this one because it was revolutionary at the time of its release. Many football fans think FIFA, but EA owes a great deal of gratitude to this Konami product.

4. MLB 09: The Show

Unlike the Madden series, games geared around America’s other pastime sell extremely well outside of North America. MLB 09: The Show stands apart because it is still the standard for realism in a baseball game, and realism is king in baseball video games.

3. NHL ‘94

You knew that there had to be a hockey game in the list somewhere, but did you expect it to be a mid-90s entry? Maybe not, but when it comes to hockey video games, we think fun trumps graphics. This is the most enjoyable hockey game ever assembled.

2. Tony Hawk’s Pro Skater 2

There was a time when many of us wouldn’t even consider skateboarding a sport, but that has all changed. THPS2 is not only the greatest skateboarding game ever made, it revolutionized sports games in general with its fluid animation.

1. Punch-Out!!

When one sits down to create a list of the greatest sports video games ever made, one might as well start by pencilling in Punch-Out in the number one slot. No video game has ever captured the worldwide imagination quite the way this one did.

Well, there you have them, the top 8 best games ever according to us. We’re sure you disagree with at least a few. Where would the fun be if you didn’t?

In accordance into a Bloomberg statement, video game developers are already contemplating titles for Apple’s most up-to-date invention.The Apple tablet is anticipated for becoming unveiled tomorrow, right after months of speculation concerning the hottest multimedia gadget. At this stage, all photographs and possible names (the iSlate, for instance) are purely guesswork, as we wait for the official word from Apple.Nevertheless, some details in regards towards the product are becoming circulated – It is estimated to have a 7-inch or 10-inch show, without having exterior keyboard. The tablet is also estimated to operate with unique varieties of media (newspapers, magazines, motion pictures, music, for example), which include video games. Not merely has Apple invited video game reporters to tomorrow’s event, but EA Sports President Peter Moore is already discussing possibilities titles for that new unit.”If it is obtained a great screen, some buttons, you can move it on and it connects for the World wide web, it is obtained the power for becoming a games machine,” Moore is quoted as saying.Depending on the good results of games on the iPhone and iPod Touch, it tends to make a whole lot of sense for developers to operate utilizing the new product. We’ve noticed gamers slowly shift away from consoles (for each price tag and comfort) and there really should be a powerful market for your new item, if Apple plays their cards perfect. With price tag, it really is the differene of your $60 PS3 or Xbox 360 game title, in comparison with transportable titles for that iPhone that expense underneath $10. And taking into account the modern tablet is envisioned to possess a better screen and a well-designed interface, it could possibly just move right into a video gamer’s dream.Naturally, several gamers will definitely stay with their consoles, specifically when it means actively playing on even larger screens with various individuals in additional common adjustments. I can’t just see Madden junkies switching with a 10-inch product, rather than making use of their Playstation 3 or Xbox game consoles.Or maybe I’m incorrect? Would you want to commence gaming on Apple’s new system, or will you stay along with your console? And even though we’re about the topic, are you currently most likely to get the tablet for other reasons (shopping, social networking, and so on), even having a surprisingly higher pricetag within the $1000-range? Allow us know from the reviews area under and notify us if you believe the future of gaming will probably be influenced. Then, hook up your Xbox 360 or PS3 game tournaments and head to Rivalspot’s gaming arenas. There, we now have sports titles ranging from FIFA 10 to Fight Night Round 4 and hardcore gamers awaiting your challenge.