These are our picks for some of the best Sports Games available and released during 2008. These games are without question the top rated video games and maybe the best games for wii where available. The top rated video games on our last have been played by us and meet our approval. We especially love the games we feel are the best wii games as you get right into the action. Any sports fan will love these action packed video games and will spend hours trying to be the best at each game and skill level. These games are for the serious and recreational gamer, and are must haves. Please enjoy our picks for the top rated video games for 2008 and we have noted the best wii games.
Shaun White Snowboarding: Road Trip is best for the Nintendo Wii.
The Shaun White snowboarding video game takes you off the couch and onto the slope, regardless of the weather outside. The snowboarding experience becomes a reality when you hook up this virtual game with the Nintendo Wii and the Wii Fit balance board. Unlike the PlayStation 3 and Xbox 360 versions of this virtual experience, Shaun White Snowboarding for the Nintendo Wii is all about simple downhill racing which any skill level can get involved with. Using the wii controls you can pull off a myriad of tricks with the Nunchuk, Wii remote and Balance Board as you glide down the virtual slopes. The downhill snowboarding experience becomes a reality as you experience the jumps, moguls and turns. You will even enjoy the soundtrack as you race down the slopes since the tunes are all top notch. Shaun White Snowboarding is an awesome game experience the whole family can enjoy.
NBA 2K9
Available for the Xbox 360 and the PlayStation 3
There are so many basketball games to choose from, but 2K Sports' NBA games continue to always come out on the top of the list, second to none. NBA 2K9's presentation looks better than ever, the game play continues to excite in every aspect. Slam-dunks, lay up shots, 3 pointers and great defense are all part of the exciting game play. The graphics and all the extras, both online and off, make this a very reasonable value and a game a true basketball fan will play for hours. You call the plays, direct the player and best of all, you can finally show the Lakers who's boss. You can now coach your own NBA team to a championship.
WWE Smackdown Vs. Raw 2009
Available for the Xbox 360, PlayStation 3, PlayStation 2, and the Nintendo Wii
You can now participate and take on the big name wrestlers of the WWE action. Now you can bash somebody with a steel chair to the face! Smash them into a table or over the ropes. Create total chaos in the ring with wrestlers being tossed all around the ring. WWE Smackdown Vs. Raw 2009 lets you do that and more with its huge roster of wrestlers, along with the ability to create your own. This year's game also includes new modes and match types, including The Road to Wrestlemania career mode, and the exciting Inferno Match, where the goal is to throw your opponent into the ropes (which happen to be on fire). WWE excitement in the comforts of your living room that will not disappoint any WWE wrestling fan.
Madden NFL 09
Available for the Xbox 360, PlayStation 3, PlayStation 2, and this game is outstanding on the Nintendo Wii.
Get out the old uniform and grab your pigskin, it is time to get into the number one franchise of all time in the football video game wars. Madden Football has dominated the market and this game has dominated the football world year in and year out, and Madden NFL 09 continues this trend. If you love football, you will absolutely love this game and all the features it brings to the gridiron. This game is a blast to play, especially on the Wii where you have to get off the couch, onto the sideline and into the game to really have to get into the action. A new family-friendly version for Nintendo Wii (called Madden All-Play 09) makes it easy for anyone to play, while the Xbox 360 and PS3 version have huge online options and fun game play. There is training available and the game will adjust so that a seasoned skill player can play on equal level as somebody new to the game. This feature, or handicap, makes it fair for all skill levels to compete as it does even the playing field amongst all players regardless of skill. A must have game for the football enthusiast.
Tiger Woods PGA Tour 09
Available for the Xbox 360, PlayStation 3, PlayStation 2, and play this game on the Nintendo Wii to get the full enjoyment of the effects of your swing.
Now you never have to put away your clubs at the end of the season. In fact, the golf season never has to end with the Tiger Woods PGA Golf Tour video game. This is a one of a kind golf experience in the gaming world. Video game golf doesn't get better than this, and this golf game does not take a back seat to anybody. Tiger Woods PGA Tour 09 gives players a much more user-friendly control scheme. There are also a variety of courses and golfers available, along with a new simultaneous online mode where everyone can play at the same time. Get out your clubs, put on your shoes and get ready for some great golf action regardless of the weather.
NHL 09
Available for the Xbox 360, PlayStation 3, and PlayStation 2
The playoffs are over, the penalty shots have been taken and the Stanley Cup has been decided and this battle was not even close. Out of all the video games that are on the market for hockey, our choice, hands down is the NHL 09 over the NHL 2K9 on every level. The game cleverly utilizes the controller's two analog sticks to make shots – their method represents a more natural way to play. Not only are the online league options terrific and the presentation is as good as hockey gets, the participation of the avid hockey fan is there. There is plenty of online action available around many leagues. Skate around the ice and take as many shots on goal as you can, practice your slap shots, get ready to defend your goal and get ready to rumble and battle with your opponents. This is the best hockey game available on the video game market today.
Well there you have the top rated video games of the year and what we feel are the best wii games. Enjoy these games for hours with your friends and family, you will be absolutely delighted with them.