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Whether you still harbor ambitions to grace the field of a major stadium, you’ve given up the dream, or you never cared from the start, sports games are a hugely enjoyable way to kill a few minutes. All the thrill of actual sports without the sweat, aches, and pains. It doesn’t matter where you are, as long as you have your phone, you can dive in and play these great sports games.

1. 8 Ball Pool

8 Ball Pool

Take on your friends or strangers at pool in this simple and addictive virtual pool game. Anyone can pick this up, there’s a quick tutorial, and the gameplay could not be easier to grasp. You can play online, one versus one, or enter a tournament to battle it out with seven others. To add a little spice you’ll play each match for virtual currency—winner takes all. There’s a ranking system and you can spend your cash on power-ups and new cues. You do need to be online for this one, so you’ll ideally want a Wi-Fi connection to play.  Download Here

2. NBA JAM

Ready to set the court on fire? This classic arcade game dates back to 1993, but recent ports to all the major mobile platforms have breathed new life into it. It’s basically 2-on-2 in this accessible basketball game. The focus is fast-paced fun, with a comical mix of caricatured art and audio. There’s a classic campaign for the championship, hidden players and legends to unlock, loads of challenges to beat, and a local multiplayer that uses Wi-Fi or Bluetooth to enable you to take on a friend. Hardcore fan or not, everyone can have fun with this ball game. Download Here




3. NFL Quarterback 13

NFL Quarterback 13

If you always wanted to be the quarterback, this game gives you the chance to throw killer passes. It’s a simple flick mechanic that challenges you to swipe and throw to receivers. As you get more accurate, the challenge ramps up alongside your points multiplier. The more points you score before your three lives run out, the more upgrades, equipment, and power-ups you can afford. The expensive in-app purchase system spoils things a little; you’ll have to throw a lot of passes to unlock that content without spending real cash. Developer Full Fat also offers NFL Kicker 13  Download Here

4. Real Boxing

Few mobile games can match the stunning visuals on display here. You can feel the blood, sweat, and tears as you swipe and tap to coax your fighter into jabs and crosses. The controls are well-designed, so putting together a combination that sends your opponent tumbling to the canvas is really satisfying. There’s real depth here too, with a career mode featuring 30 fights for three belts, training mini-games, and more than 20 opponents with unique fighting styles. You can also customize your fighter and unlock new opponents, clothing, and equipment. This is the undisputed heavyweight champion of mobile boxing games. Download Here

5. Boardtastic Skateboarding 2

If you can’t get to your local skate park, or you just want to avoid more painful bailing disasters, then stick to pulling off tricks on your virtual board. This in-depth skateboarding game allows you to fully customize your character and compare your skills with other players via the multiplayer rankings. There are plenty of modes: you can practice in Freestyle, pull off specific tricks to climb the Ladder, or check out the challenges in the Exhibition, Daily, and Tournament modes. It’s easy to pick up and play, but tough to master. Download Here

6. Baseball Superstars 2013

Create a pitcher and a batter and see if you can guide them to a successful career. The game has a real retro-feel with hand-drawn art in a cute cartoon style. Your characters will level up gradually and you can complete tasks and challenges to earn extra points. There is also the option to spend real cash to speed things along, but you really don’t have to. It’s an eclectic mix that includes training, and even quizzes, alongside your challenges and career games. Don’t expect a true-to-life sim, but this provides hours of casual gaming fun. Download Here

7. Super Stickman Golf 2

This lovingly-crafted, highly addictive, casual sports game brings a whole new meaning to “crazy golf.” Can you beat your opponents over 180 holes in 20 distinct courses? There are hazards galore to overcome, and plenty of bizarre features you won’t find on a real course, including spinning wheels, magnets, and portals. With over 50 achievements to aim for, and a turn-based multiplayer component, you’ll be playing this for days on end. If you enjoy this then the original game is well worth a look too, the first Super Stickman Golf release is also available for BlackBerry. Download Here

8. New Star Soccer

Can you guide a promising youngster to superstardom on the soccer pitch? That’s the challenge presented here, and you’ll need to make the right decisions both on and off the pitch in order to do it. The graphics are not going to blow you away, but the variety is great, and you’ll soon find yourself completely invested in your footballing charge. You build skills through training mini-games, and you’ll get opportunities to change the outcome of matches, but you’ll also be expected to spend the cash on some status symbols, and there’s even a casino to gamble in. Download Here

9. Virtua Tennis Challenge

Here’s a serious tennis game for serious tennis fans, but the gameplay is intuitive enough for anyone to pick up, and you can customize the controls to suit your playing style. You can play on clay, grass, or hard court surfaces in a world tour, or opt for exhibition matches of singles or doubles. There is a Bluetooth multiplayer mode and a training option for newcomers. There’s no character customization or roster of famous players to detract from the tennis action, so get ready to slice, lob, and smash your way to victory.  Download Here

10. Big Win Hockey 2013

You won’t be venturing onto the ice yourself in this game because it’s all about management. You have to build a decent hockey team and use a card system to boost their chances during play. You’ll acquire new players and improve the team as you progress. Watching games feels a little odd at first, but the cute visuals are well animated, and you’ll get drawn into rooting for your players. The card collecting aspect offers some nostalgia and it still carries the same addictive hook you’ll remember from childhood. Windows Phone users try: Hockey Nations PP by Distinctive Developments, $2.99. Download Here