Everyone thinks of Black Friday as the optimal time to get their holiday shopping done, and with good reason. There are huge markdowns on nearly everything at nearly every retailer.

However, that is also what makes it the perfect time to treat yourself to a little something. What better way to blow off some steam after a day at work than firing up one of the hottest sports games on your console? And if you are having trouble deciding which one, here is a breakdown of some of the headliners.

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Madden NFL 15: Madden has been a staple in the gaming community for a quarter-century now--it's the only name in NFL video games. With constant roster updates and challenging new game modes, you can be sure that you will always have the latest and greatest players at your disposal and that this game will never lack for replay value. Oh, and did I mention that you can play it online against your friends?

FIFA 15: For my money, FIFA is the best multiplayer sports game on the market. There are hundreds of teams to choose from, and the variety of tactical schemes you can employ is virtually limitless. It turns the beautiful game into an exciting blend of skill and strategy that will keep gamers entertained to no end.

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NBA 2K15: The newest edition of this stalwart NBA franchise features new animation updates that allow you to employ the signature moves of your favorite NBA players, from James Harden's euro-step to Dirk's fadeaway and everything in between. And if you have always wanted to put yourself in an NBA player's shoes, then try the revamped My Career mode and control your NBA career from start to finish.