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California Games is a sports video game released in 1988 for the MS-DOS platform. Developed and published by Epyx, Inc., it is a compilation of minigames centered on various outdoor activities and non-traditional sports. The title presents a series of events inspired by the recreational culture of California.

Players participate in a selection of individual sporting events, which include skateboarding, surfing, BMX biking, and footbag, among others. The game allows for competition in single events or in a full series of events. Progression involves completing each activity by performing specific tricks and stunts to achieve a high score. Gameplay systems are event-specific, with players typically controlling an athlete's movements to execute maneuvers within a time limit or across a course. The structure is straightforward, focusing on the mechanics of each sport, such as building momentum for jumps on a skateboard or catching waves while surfing.

The visual presentation varies across the different platforms for which the game was released, with the MS-DOS version featuring its own graphical interpretation. The art direction commonly incorporates Californian scenery as backdrops for the events, such as depicting the Golden Gate Bridge during the footbag minigame. Players select a corporate sponsor for their athlete from a provided list, a design choice that replaces the national team selection found in earlier titles from the same developer.