California Games was a collection of extreme sports games for the Commodore 64. Players could choose to sponsor themselves and compete in various events such as skateboarding, footbag, surfing, roller skating, flying disc, and BMX. The surfing event would be scored by judges, allowing players to improve their routine over time.
Players could participate in different sports events with varying levels of difficulty and scoring systems. The gameplay was focused on performing tricks and stunts within a set time limit, while also managing the player's health and energy levels.