Play The Games: Summer Edition Online

The Games: Summer Edition is a sports simulation video game released in 1988 for the MS-DOS platform. It was developed and published by Epyx, Inc. The game is based on the 1988 Summer Olympics and presents a collection of athletic events from that competition.

Players control a member of the United States Olympic team, participating in a series of track and field events. The primary objective is to compete in these events, aiming for high scores and successful completion. Gameplay involves mastering the specific control sequences and timing required for each discipline, such as running, jumping, and throwing. The game can be played solo against computer-controlled opponents or with multiple players in a competitive party setting. A manual is included, which functions as a coaching guide to explain the mechanics and techniques for performing better in each event.

The presentation utilizes a side view perspective for the events. Alongside the athletic competition, the game incorporates historical facts and information related to the Olympic Summer Games, providing context about the real-world sports it simulates.