Parents need to know that Deca Sports is a collection of accessible sport simulations. It's good, clean fun for the whole family, and can be played in groups of up to four players. It provides a diverse selection of playable athletes from which to choose; both genders are represented, along with varying body types and races. Younger players may glean some insight into the rules and objectives of a few relatively uncommon sports, including curling and archery.

Families can talk about the degree to which the game's motion sensitive controls mimic the physical actions of the real-world games upon which they are based. Does moving the remote up and then down accurately reflect the motions involved in serving a volleyball? Does pulling the remote toward you and releasing a button imitate the act of drawing a bow and loosing an arrow? You can also discuss whether the game's depiction of less common sports like curling and figure skating is compelling enough to make you want to try them in real life. Are they sufficiently engaging to warrant their own, dedicated video game?