We already published the list of best GameCube games of all time, now it’s time to discover the best GameCube team sports games of all time.
With amazing titles available, the GameCube definitely has a great library of team sports games.
So, if you’re a fan of both the GameCube and team sports games, there’s a chance you’ll like this list.
And some of you may already know some of the games mentioned in this list.
#25. All-Star Baseball 2003
- Release Data: Acclaim Studios Austin/Acclaim Japan, 2002
- Genre: Sports » Team » Baseball » Sim
With All-Star Baseball 2003, there are plenty of other modes to explore, and playing the game is a deep, engrossing, and realistic experience.
The graphics leave a bit to be desired, and there are some slight quirks with the gameplay, but compared with the previous installment, All-Star Baseball 2003 is a winner.
#24. Sega Soccer Slam
- Release Data: Black Box/Sega, 2002
- Genre: Sports » Team » Soccer » Arcade
The controls are simple and easy to grasp, and there’s a healthy mixture of arcade and simulation elements thrown into the gameplay.
The graphics, while not necessarily impressive from a purely technical standpoint, are very good, and the sound does an excellent job of enhancing an already charismatic lineup of players.
#23. NFL Street
- Release Data: EA Tiburon/EA Sports, 2004
- Genre: Sports » Team » Football » Arcade
It’s unfortunate that some elements of NBA Street‘s sense of style were lost in the translation between basketball and football, but the game’s excellent multiplayer component and its great level of graphical polish ultimately make NFL Street a game well worth playing for any fan of the arcade football genre.
#22. NBA Live 2003
- Release Data: EA Canada/Electronic Arts, 2002
- Genre: Sports » Team » Basketball » Sim
While it may not be totally realistic, it still retains enough of simulation style elements to appease even the most hardcore basketball fan.
Its fast-paced gameplay along with the great passing and control make NBA Live 2003 a truly enjoyable basketball game.
#21. NBA Live 2004
- Release Data: EA Sports, 2003
- Genre: Sports » Team » Basketball » Sim
NBA Live 2004 delivers a great basketball experience, if you can overlook the control issues.
And while it will mostly appeal to those who want a game with an arcade style, NBA Live 2004 makes a worthy addition to any basketball fan’s collection.
#20. NCAA College Basketball 2K3
- Release Data: Kush Games/Sega, 2002
- Genre: Sports » Team » Basketball » Sim
NCAA College Basketball 2K3 is a solid game with plenty of modes to choose from, but it ultimately falls short of being an accurate simulation of college basketball.
However, if you’re not a big college fan but love basketball, you may still want to check it out.
#19. Madden NFL 06
- Release Data: EA Sports, 2005
- Genre: Sports » Team » Football » Sim
This entry in the Madden NFL football franchise brings all your favorite modes and also introduces Superstar mode.
In this new mode, players will have complete control over an NFL athlete’s career from start to finish, making key decisions along the way.
Even casual fans of football will enjoy this simulation title, thanks to its engaging Superstar mode and enjoyable gameplay.
#18. FIFA Soccer 2004
- Release Data: EA Canada/Electronic Arts, 2003
- Genre: Sports » Team » Soccer » Sim
The gameplay in all three console versions is identical, but it has to be said that the layout of the buttons on the GameCube controller can make some of the more-demanding moves a lot trickier to perform.
However, in the absence of any serious competition, FIFA Soccer 2004 is far and away the best soccer game available for the GameCube.
#17. NHL 2004
- Release Data: EA Sports, 2003
- Genre: Sports » Team » Ice Hockey » Sim
To sum up NHL 2004, it’s simply a great game of hockey.
The new additions to the gameplay, all-new dynasty mode, and upgraded graphics all provide a really excellent experience.
Any previous fan of the NHL series will find very little to complain about in this installment and should absolutely check it out.
#16. NBA 2K3
- Release Data: Visual Concepts/Sega, 2002
- Genre: Sports » Team » Basketball » Sim
NBA 2K3 has some annoying flaws, but in truth, these aren’t flaws that dramatically hinder the gameplay experience.
Rather, they force you to play a more realistic game of basketball, so you’re going to take the time to make a precise pass.
If you’re a basketball fan, you really can’t go wrong by picking up NBA 2K3.
#15. NBA Street
- Release Data: EA Sports/Electronic Arts Victor, 2002
- Genre: Sports » Team » Basketball » Arcade
NBA Street is one of those rare games that is simply addictive.
Even after you’ve gone through the city circuit mode or the hold-the-court mode, you’ll find yourself constantly trying to break records either you or your friends set for individual courts.
#14. NHL 2K3
- Release Data: Treyarch/Sega, 2002
- Genre: Sports » Team » Ice Hockey » Sim
Fans who’ve been complaining about hockey games being too arcade-like can rejoice.
The GameCube version of NHL 2K3 is hurt somewhat by its lack of online support, but if you don’t have an Xbox, then don’t let that dissuade you from picking up this otherwise excellent game.
#13. MVP Baseball 2004
- Release Data: EA Sports, 2004
- Genre: Sports » Team » Baseball » Sim
Assuming you do decide to pick up a copy of MVP Baseball 2004, you’ll likely be satisfied no matter which version you get.
The core fundamentals are spot-on, the variety of options and control choices is spectacular, and the presentation totally draws you into the experience of being front and center at an actual ballpark that’s filled with screaming fans.
#12. MVP Baseball 2005
- Release Data: EA Sports, 2005
- Genre: Sports » Team » Baseball » Sim
EA Sports has simply taken the previous game, improved it in myriad ways, and then tacked on a few new features to make the end result that much more appealing.
The bottom line is that if you’re looking for a realistic and feature-rich baseball video game, you can’t go wrong with MVP Baseball 2005.
#11. NBA Street V3
- Release Data: EA Canada/EA Sports Big, 2005
- Genre: Sports » Team » Basketball » Arcade
NBA Street V3 offers a fantastic amount of content, from tons of unlockables and customizable options in the single-player game to the addition of a smooth online mode.
If you’re a fan of basketball, you owe it to yourself to check out NBA Street V3, which is the king of the court as far as arcade basketball games go.
#10. NCAA Football 2005
- Release Data: EA Sports, 2004
- Genre: Sports » Team » Football » Sim
Overall, NCAA Football 2005 offers a fine overall package and should appeal to just about any hardcore college football fan.
The new home-field advantage and composure ratings do a lot to give the game a true college sports feel, and the core gameplay has evolved to a satisfactory degree as well.
#9. NBA Street Vol. 2
- Release Data: Electronic Arts/EA Sports Big, 2003
- Genre: Sports » Team » Basketball » Arcade
While it may have a little too much in common with the previous game in the series for some of the more-casual NBA Street fans to swallow, NBA Street Vol. 2 is a great game.
Any fan of basketball who isn’t necessarily sold on the complexities of your average NBA simulation will find plenty to love here.
#8. NFL 2K3
- Release Data: Visual Concepts/Sega, 2002
- Genre: Sports » Team » Football » Sim
NFL 2K3 delivers just about everything a football fan could want.
There’s a deep franchise mode, the gameplay is excellent, and the ESPN license has been integrated quite well.
Furthermore, the Sega Sports challenge provides the game with a competitive element that adds replay value to the title.
#7. Madden NFL 2005
- Release Data: EA Tiburon/EA Sports, 2004
- Genre: Sports » Team » Football » Sim
This entry in the Madden NFL football franchise delivers solid gameplay while tightening up mechanics and visuals.
The biggest additions are the new hit stick and defense hot routes, both of which offer new strategies during play.
The new mini-games and other small adjustments made this the most refined Madden title available on GameCube.
#6. Madden NFL 2002
- Release Data: EA Sports, 2001
- Genre: Sports » Team » Football » Sim
This entry in the Madden NFL football franchise was a launch title for the GameCube, bringing sports action to players on day one.
Football fans can enjoy a great selection of modes, including quick-play, a full season, and tournaments.
The jump to GameCube hardware presents great graphics and thrilling gameplay, making this a solid purchase for any football faithful.
#5. NCAA Football 2004
- Release Data: EA Sports, 2003
- Genre: Sports » Team » Football » Sim
This entry in the NCAA Football franchise brings the excitement of college sports directly to your console.
The new “college classics” mode puts players on the field in some of the most important games of college football history.
Improvements have also been made to ball-handling and AI-opponents, updating the gameplay for a better experience.
#4. Madden NFL 2003
- Release Data: EA Sports/Electronic Arts, 2002
- Genre: Sports » Team » Football » Sim
This entry in the Madden NFL franchise adds a few excellent game modes and tightens up the gameplay over previous entries.
Long-time fans will undoubtedly appreciate the expansive franchise mode, which lets you control the simulate multiple seasons with your very own NFL team.
Generally speaking, this football game has more than enough content to keep you playing for hours.
#3. NBA 2K2
- Release Data: Visual Concepts/Sega, 2002
- Genre: Sports » Team » Basketball » Sim
This entry in the NBA 2K series delivers exciting on-the-court action, both in professional arenas and street-courts.
There are a plethora of game modes to select, including exhibition, season, playoffs, and franchise modes.
If you’re looking for fun sports gameplay on your GameCube, this is one title that gets the job done.
#2. NCAA Football 2003
- Release Data: EA Sports/Electronic Arts, 2002
- Genre: Sports » Team » Football » Sim
This entry in the NCAA Football franchise brings the excitement of college football directly to your GameCube, complete with cheerleaders, real teams, and deep mechanics.
Players can dive headfirst into the expansive dynasty mode, which offers endless amounts of options and fine-tuning.
Any fan of college football will have a blast with this exciting representation of school sports.
#1. Madden NFL 2004
- Release Data: EA Tiburon/EA Sports, 2003
- Genre: Sports » Team » Football » Sim
This entry in the series continues its dominance as the best football game on the market, with realistic graphics and intense gameplay.
This version adds the new Owner mode, allowing players to take even greater control over their custom franchise.
Players can also hone their skills in the training camp mode, which contains a handful of fun drills to practice with.
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