You might find yourself jonesing for a sports activity but is also too lazy to go outside. You can compromise and play one on your phone instead. Here are some sports games that you might enjoy, which you can find in Google Play.
1. World of Tennis: Roaring '20s
Free to play with in-app purchases
4.6 star rating
1M+ downloads
The tennis simulation game has a career mode and a multiplayer mode. When you start your career, you'll be a new tennis player like in real-life sports. You can improve your stats the longer you play, which leads to unlocking several customizations. You can also train an AI to play against you if you want to practice.
The game offers occasional events to keep things from getting dull. This allows you to participate in challenges to set goals for yourself. There have been reports of balancing issues and some gameplay bugs, as mentioned in Android Authority, but it's a good game either way.
2. Retro Bowl
Free to play with in-app purchases
4.7 star rating
1M+ downloads
The game has 8-bit graphics, which gives you a retro game experience. It is similar to the arcade game Tecmo Bowl, but Retro Bowl has more strategic gameplay and team management.
You can upgrade features like the stadium or training facilities. However, you will have to pay $0.99 for unlimited gameplay. There are also credit packs you can purchase to advance without working for it. No worries, it's not a multiplayer game so it won't be a "pay to win" game.
3. Grand Mountain Adventure
Free to play, $10.99 full version
4.2 star rating
5M+ downloads
The game is an open-world skiing & snowboarding experience. It has great graphics and you can explore other mountains. The downside is, only the first mountain is free in demo mode., You'll have to pay to unlock the full version, according to Android Police.
4. The Ramp
Free to play
4.1 star rating
100K+ downloads
The Ramp is a skateboarding game where you can do tricks on a platform. It features the same point of view as isometric video games. It also supports physical controllers if you don't feel like controlling it through the screen. The app doesn't have ads, or in-app purchases, so totally free.
5. OK Golf
Purchase for $2.99
4.6 star rating
100K+ downloads
This game is reminiscent of old arcade golf games. All you have to do is drag back and release to shoot the ball. You don't have to adjust anything or buy clubs or golf balls with in-game credits. You can play in different courses as you enjoy its graphics, all while finding secrets with the app. You won't need to pay for anything else once you buy the game.
6. eFootball 2021
Free to play with in-app purchases
3.6 star rating
100M+ downloads
The game is quite similar to FIFA. It has a lot of gameplay elements and you can build a team from actual players. It gets roster updates every year so it can have a more realistic feel with actual football. You can actually play soccer with teams from all over the world.
