Playing/doing sports whether it's just running, or soccer, basketball, or something else entirely is really fun. But sometimes you may just want to laze around, find it difficult to get out of the house, or are in bad condition so you can't exercise. Instead of just sitting idle or playing Free Fire or Mobile Legends all the time, you better try one of the following 21 sports-themed PSP games. 

1. FIFA 07 Soccer

Talking about sports games, we definitely have to talk about soccer games. And one of the biggest names of course is the FIFA series from Electronic Arts aka EA. Not only does it feature the most complete team and player licenses, the gameplay is also made to be as realistic as possible, especially for PSP controls which are a bit awkward because they only have one analogue. 

2. WWE SmackDown! vs. Raw 2006

As for wrestling, SmackDown is the name of the game. For PSP 2006 is the best title. This game manages to bring a game system that is very similar to the PS2 version with pretty good graphics quality. 

3. Pangya Fantasy Golf

Internet cafe regulars must already know this one. The golf-themed MMO also made an offline version for PSP. Wrapped in cute cartoon graphics, the game system is quite easy to master. 

4. World Soccer Winning Eleven 9

Another soccer game that you must be familiar with. In America this game is called Pro Evolution Soccer 5. Because the Winning Eleven series rarely changes from one title to another, you should immediately skip to Winning Eleven 9 which has a full license for Premier League clubs. 

5. Virtual Tennis: World Tour

You could say it is the best tennis game title that you can play on the PSP. You can play as one of 14 famous athletes like Roger Federer and Maria Sharapova or create your own character. 

6. MLB 10: The Show

Meanwhile, for baseball, there is MLB 10 which provides complete features such as the console version, starting from Batter/Pitcher Analysis, Progressive Batting Performance, and the Road to the Show game mode. 

7. Tony Hawk’s Underground 2 Remix

Tony Hawk's Underground 2 Remix features two game modes that fans of the skateboarding series will surely be familiar with. In Story Mode you play as a member of the team Tony Hawk and Bam Margera. While as the name implies in Classic Mode you have to collect as many points as possible for two minutes. 

8. Madden NFL 07

For American football fans, you don't have much choice but Madden NFL. Fortunately, NFL 07 fixes many of the shortcomings of previous titles and comes with simple controls that still feel responsive. 

9. Tiger Woods PGA Tour 07

If you want a golf game that is more realistic both in terms of visuals and gameplay, then PGA Tour is the answer. For PGA Tour 07, the latest release on the PSP adds a PGA Tour mode that invites you to build the career of a new player from scratch to become the greatest professional golfer in the world. 

10. SSX On Tour

Besides FIFA and Madden, EA Sports is also famous for its SSX extreme snowboarding game. Given that it is difficult to experience snow in Southeast Asia, playing this exciting sports game that’s filled with snowy, white mountains might cool you off in the scorching heat of the sun. 

11. NHL 07

Talking about games in cold places, there are also ice hockey sports game that you can try on PSP. The gameplay presented is still accurate and comfortable to use even though the graphics and controls are not as good as the console version. 

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12. NBA Live 06

This is a must-have for gamers who are looking for basketball PSP games. In addition to standard game modes such as Exhibition Match and Season, you can try the new Superstar Challenge mode and do special moves when playing as certain athletes like Shaquille O'Neal. 

13. NBA Street Showdown

For a basketball game with a simpler but still fun and unique gameplay, the Street series is the answer. Here you can also create your own character. 

14. Blitz Overtime

Another American football game title that you can try. Compared to the NFL series, Blitz's gameplay is not as realistic and complex as that but it’s made to be more action-packed. In addition, you can design your own character and team. 

15. NFL Street 3

In addition to Blitz, NFL Street also presents a more casual and unique take on American football. You can recruit players and take control of territory, tease your enemies when they lose, and there's a GameBreaker system for dramatic moments. 

16. FIFA Street 2

Play this game if you are looking for a street style soccer game title. There are 320 pro players and it comes with a Pitch Creator system to create your own character, team and even base. 

17. Hot Shots Golf: Open Tee 2

Also known as Everybody's Golf, this cartoon-styled game is packed with features including Tournament mode and hotseat mode, aka taking turns, for up to four people. 

18. Hot Shots Tennis: Get a Grip

This Hot Shots Golf spin-off, also known as Everybody's Tennis and Everybody's Tennis Portable, has simple controls and features an RPG-style Story Mode. Suitable to play when you want a PSP sports game that is not too serious. 

19. Imagine Champion Rider

Considering that equestrian is not something that common folks can easily try, if you want to know what it's like to prepare for or compete in an equestrian tournament then the best game you can try is Imagine Champion Rider. 

20. Rapalla Trophies

For those who like fishing but have a hard time getting out of the house, then you can entertain yourself by playing this title. 

21. Rocky Balboa

For boxing, there is Rocky Balboa who provides scenarios like in the movies, from the match against Apollo in Philadelphia, United States, to Ivan Drago in Moscow, Russia. 

22. International Athletics

Finally, if you are looking for a game that offers a package of 14 sports in the Olympics, from 100 meter run, long jump, obstacle race, to shooting and archery, then the best title that you can get for your PSP is International Athletics (or also known as Decathletes). 

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Written by Sidharta F. Rasidi: Twitter @StoPlayinGame