We already published the list of best Wii U games of all time, now it’s time to discover the best Wii U sports games of all time.
With amazing titles available, the Wii U definitely has a great library of sports games.
So, if you’re a fan of both the Wii U and 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.
#10. Dolphin Up
- Release Data: Rawkins Games, 2015
- Genre: Sports » General
Dolphin Up is a joy for the first hour or so — a quirky little title with an addictive and appealingly simple concept.
It features a simple and colorful look so you can clearly see what you are doing.
Also, the number of tricks your dolphin can do is impressive, and the visual insanity of pulling off huge combos is a delight.
#9. Mario & Sonic at the Sochi 2014 Olympic Winter Games
- Release Data: Sega Sports R&D/Nintendo, 2013
- Genre: Sports » Individual » Athletics
Mario & Sonic at the Sochi 2014 Olympic Winter Games is exactly what it says it is: an Olympics game with Mario and Sonic.
While it is fun, it doesn’t necessarily do anything past entries didn’t do.
That’s not necessarily a bad thing though, because overall it is a solid formula, despite some of its flaws.
#8. Mario Tennis: Ultra Smash
- Release Data: Camelot Software Planning/Nintendo, 2015
- Genre: Sports » Individual » Tennis
Mario Tennis Ultra Smash is well presented on the Nintendo Wii U and evolves the original N64 game into a worthy better title.
Sure, it is lacking some replay value but if you’re looking for a multiplayer fun, this is the perfect game for those short bursts of fun as you slam your racket against your opponents.
#7. Mario & Sonic at the Rio 2016 Olympic Games
- Release Data: Sega Sports R&D/Nintendo, 2016
- Genre: Sports » Individual » Athletics
This title can be shared for a while even with friends who might not be prepared to learn how to play more complex games.
And although there’s not much here for the lone player to enjoy beyond pushing through gradually increasing difficulties of the basic games, it might work out to be an enjoyable short session of multiplayer fun.
#6. Wii Sports Club
- Release Data: Nintendo, 2013
- Genre: Sports » General
Wii Sports Club mostly succeeds in refining the classic Wii launch title thanks to smart use of the GamePad and Wii MotionPlus.
But this is still a game that revels in a party environment.
Alone, there’s little to keep you coming back for too long, but with family or friends, Wii Sports continues to provide a good time.
#5. Madden NFL 13
- Release Data: EA Tiburon/EA Sports, 2012
- Genre: Sports » Team » Football » Sim
Instead of simply throwing in disposable features, time was taken to ensure the GamePad was utilized to its full potential.
Diehard fans and casual players alike will relish in the ability of having a second screen to playcall, while the addition of custom hot routes and defensive changes add a whole new dimension to Madden.
#4. FIFA Soccer 13
- Release Data: Electronic Arts/EA Sports, 2012
- Genre: Sports » Team » Soccer » Sim
This title is a surprisingly robust experience that, while has its share of issues, implements the GamePad fairly well.
While the touch controls don’t feel as practical as they could be outside team management, the number of options and stats that can be displayed on the device is still a welcome addition.
#3. Sportsball
- Release Data: TOO DX, 2014
- Genre: Sports » General
For fans of local multiplayer and party games, Sportsball is a must-have.
The visuals may leave a bit to be desired, and there is really nothing here for solo play, but that’s not what Sportsball is about.
Frantic, fast-paced fun, cool features like GamePad announcing and a good deal of variety will have groups of gamers playing for hours on end.
#2. NBA 2K13
- Release Data: Visual Concepts/2K Sports, 2012
- Genre: Sports » Team » Basketball » Sim
In the end, NBA 2K13 is another great release from the people at 2K Sports.
Aside from the confusing menus, the strange inclusion of the Celebrity Team, and the somewhat awkward controls, it’s a fully functional basketball sim with some nice features.
Overall, NBA 2K13 is a solid game for fans and a good addition to the Wii U Library.
#1. OlliOlli
- Release Data: Tom Hegarty/Curve Studios, 2015
- Genre: Sports » Individual » Skate / Skateboard
OlliOlli is all about keeping things simple for the player and by removing the cliché from the equation, you get hours upon hours of entertainment as an end result.
Sure, landing flip-tricks while avoiding face-plants requires a bit of your time to perfect, but, once you get the hang of it you can easily become addicted to the immersive gameplay.
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