California Games is a sports game that takes place in California, where players can choose their sponsors and compete in various extreme sports. The game features six different events: skateboarding, footbag, surfing, roller skating, flying disc (frisbee), and BMX. In the surfing event, judges score the players' routines to help them improve.
The gameplay involves competing against AI opponents, with the goal of earning the most points possible. Players can choose from different characters, each with their own strengths and weaknesses. The game also features a variety of tracks and arenas for each sport, adding to the challenge and excitement.