Pickleball has paddled its way into the video game world with the new release of PPA Pickleball Tour 2025. Created by FarSight Studios and the Professional Pickleball Association, this game is now smashing its way onto Xbox, PlayStation (PS4 and PS5), and Steam, with a Nintendo Switch release coming on July 26. At $49.99, you can now virtually hobnob with over 16 top pickleball pros, create your own digital doppelgänger, and dive into Career Mode or Quick Play. Think of it as your chance to live out those pickleball dreams without ever leaving your couch!
For those unfamiliar with pickleball, imagine tennis, badminton, and ping-pong having a baby, and voilà! Born in 1965 on Bainbridge Island, this sport has skyrocketed in popularity, especially among folks aged 18-34, making it Washington State’s official sport. Now, with PPA Pickleball Tour 2025, you can experience the joy of pickleball without the risk of actual exercise. The game even features motion-captured movements, so you can pretend you’re sweating it out like the pros while snacking on chips.
As if that wasn’t enough, the game includes a variety of venues, from sunny San Clemente, CA, to bustling Atlanta, GA, where you can compete for the coveted Triple Crown. Plus, to spread the pickleball love, FarSight Studios and the PPA are showcasing the game at professional pickleball events across the country. So, if you find yourself in Overland Park, KS, or Virginia Beach, VA, drop by the booths to see what all the fuss is about. Who knows? You might discover a newfound talent for virtual pickleball.
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