by Mark Feldt

Created on: October 27, 2010

Sports games are great gift ideas for the video game player and 2010 has a lot of great titles to choose from. Whether you like football or skateboarding, there will be plenty of choices to entertain you this Christmas.

Fifa 2011 XBOX 360, PS3, PS2, Wii, Nintendo DS

The newest version of the popular soccer franchise is back with the most realistic version yet. 360 degree fight for possessions, a new pro passing system, and multi player celebrations are just some of the new features for the 2011 edition. The career mode allows you to evolve into a palyer-manager in the 15 year extensive career.

NBA 2K11 XBOX 360, PS3, PC, Wii, PS2, PSP

The latest installment of this NBA game brings you all new dribbling and shot controls. Step back in time to reenact 10 legendary games in Michael Jordan’s career and take one of his greatest teams in a challenge against the best teams of today.

Madden 11 XBOX 360, PS3, PS2, Wii, PSP

Even though the Madden football game comes out in the summer, it still is a popular Christmas item. The newest version has a new play calling system that speeds up the game and allows you to finish the game in less than 30 minutes. A new dual stick control lets you play without depending on mashing buttons. A new coaching tip system will help new players catch on to the nuances of the game a lot faster. A new and improved franchise mode also awaits you.

Backyard Sports Rookie Rush XBOX 360, Wii, Nintendo DS

This new backyard sports game features new powerups and mini games to add a new dimension to the franchise. There are multiple game modes including quick play, season, tournament, and story mode.

EA Sports MMA XBOX 360, PS3

Jump into the world of mixed martial arts as you fight some of the most intense bouts on the planet. There is a new total strike control for beating your opponent and an advance defense system to counter his attacks.

Tony Hawk Shred XBOX 360, PS3, Wii

The latest installment in the Tony Hawk franchise brings you even bigger tricks and more air than ever before. Get the new Shred motion skateboard to create the massive tricks right in your living room.

Pro Evolution Soccer 2011 PS3, XBOX 360, PS2, Wii, PSP

The Winning Eleven Production team brings you their latest soccer game that allows you complete control of every facet of the game from dribbling to scoring.

John Daly’s Pro Stroke Golf PS3, XBOX 360

This is a golf game that gives you the complete control that you need to make the great shots. Become an expert and don’t rely on luck any more.

NBA Jam XBOX 360, Wii, PS3, PS2

NMA Jam finally comes to the next generation consoles with all the great features that you remember plus a new online game play so you can challenge anyone to a game for supremacy

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