Whether you’re looking to stay fit, or just have some fun while spending more time at home, these video games will keep you entertained while breaking a sweat
With gyms still closed, and going for a run while wearing a face mask not the most appealing option, we're looking for new ways to stay fit and entertain ourselves at home. Adding to your at home gym and trying an online workout is one thing, but have you ever considered entering the world of video games designed with fitness in mind?
While some of these games promise a more intense workout and tracked progress––even showing approximate calories burned per session––others offer a little more in the way of entertainment, but still guarantee to get you up and moving. From the ever-popular Ring Fit Adventure on Nintendo Switch, to VR games, dance parties and more, try out one of the fitness video games for a unique at home workout.
1. Ring Fit Adventure
Released at the end of 2019, Nintendo's Ring Fit Adventure gained much attention earlier this year during the worldwide Covid-19 lockdown. With gyms closed and many people staying at home, the game exploded in popularity––with the initial limited release leading to the much-hyped game being sold out in many locations.
The game itself merges classic Nintendo animation, cute characters and a simple storyline with the world of online exercise as users "explore a fantastical adventure world to defeat a bodybuilding dragon and his minions using real-life exercises". With the addition of two new accessories: the Ring-Con™ and Leg Strap, the game measure your real-life actions and turns them into in-game movements. With over 100 levels in more than 20 worlds to complete, the game is sure to keep you busy as you jog, sprint, squat and high knee through the challenges.
Console: Nintendo Switch
2. Just Dance 2020
If you're off the Dance Dance Revolution generation, you'll love Just Dance 2020. Labelling itself as "the ultimate dance game", the game features over 500 popular music tracks to dance to.
The rhythm game challenges gamers to mimic the moves of the on-screen dancers, with a supported camera connected to your console sensing your moves to give an overall sure for your performance. Available on a range of devices, the Just Dance App can be connected to your iPhone, or for Nintendo Switch player, the Joy-Con controllers can also be used as motion-sensing controllers.
Console: PS4, Nintendo Switch, Xbox One and Wii