The game is an integral part of human life. People play from their earliest days until old age. In every stage of life, the game has a specific function. In this paper, the importance and role of the game in sports recreation programs will be pointed out. Engaging in sports activities has a tremendous positive impact on a person. However, physical exercise can be tiring and boring. For that reason, many people choose not to exercise. By depriving ourselves of this need, we expose our bodies to significant risks. It has been scientifically proven that physical activity has a great positive influence on human health. Engaging in sports, even minimally as recommended, can prevent various chronic diseases. It can be said that the exercise is more than a necessity; it is an obligation. Through exercise, every aspect of our lives can be improved. For this reason, it is best to turn exercise into an enjoyable and pleasant activity so that people can easily incorporate it into their weekly routines. The game itself is an ideal form of exercise because through play, the person forgeet about the factors of exertion and boredom. Through play, people also do not feel engaged in a strenuous activity while spontaneously satisfying their basic need for movement and reaping all the benefits of physical exercise. In addition to the significance and role of the game itself, in this paper, the specific games for different age groups will be described.