- #1 Backyard Baseball '01
97% matchVery Positive91% of 503 reviews2025
Dev: Mega Cat StudiosPub: Playground Productions
Windows
Backyard Baseball 2001 is the second Backyard Baseball game, and the fourth overall game, in the Backyard Sports franchise. Build your roster from iconic Backyard athletes and legendary MLB players. Strike out opponents, hit homers, and earn hilarious Power-ups. Play ball!
Why similar: Baseball 50.6% ★, Sports 24.4%, Arcade 6.5%, 1990's 5.6%, Retro 3.4%
- #2 Hoop Land
96% matchOverwhelmingly Positive97% of 511 reviews2025
Dev: Koality Game
Windows · Mac
Experience the ultimate hoops sim in Hoop Land, a retro-inspired basketball manager with modernized gameplay and fully customizable leagues. Build your legacy, lead a dynasty, or simulate endless seasons from college tournaments to championship trophies!
Why similar: Basketball 42.4% ★, Sports 25.4%, Old School 8.6%, Retro 6.9%, Simulation 5.1%
- #3 Backyard Baseball '97
96% matchOverwhelmingly Positive97% of 2,118 reviews2024
Dev: Mega Cat StudiosPub: Playground Productions
Windows
Median: 1.9 hrsMean: 6.5 hrs≥1hr: 62%
Rediscover the joy of the original Backyard Baseball 1997, now updated for modern systems! Build your roster from among the iconic Backyard Kids, aim for those home runs, and various game modes. Relive the magic of this classic baseball game!
Why similar: Baseball 49.7% ★, Sports 18.8%, 1990's 9%, Arcade 6%, Retro 5.3%
- #4 Backyard Basketball '01
95% matchVery Positive89% of 122 reviews2025
Dev: Mega Cat StudiosPub: Playground Productions
Windows
Return to the blacktop with your favorite Backyard athletes! The original Backyard Basketball 2001 is back and now enhanced to run on Steam. Dribble, shoot, and take that ball to the hoop!
Why similar: Basketball 45.8% ★, Sports 26.8%, Arcade 7.5%, 1990's 6.1%, Casual 3.6%
- #5 Fly Away Baseball
94% match2 user reviews50% of 2 reviews2020
Dev: big G games
Windows · Mac
An exciting throwback to old school baseball games, Fly Away Baseball brings a fun and a quick pace gameplay to baseball.
Why similar: Baseball 54.6% ★, Sports 26.5%, Old School 9%, Arcade 7.2%, Simulation 1.9%
- #6 HardBall! + HardBall II
93% match2 user reviews50% of 2 reviews2024
Dev: Distinctive SoftwarePub: Atari
Windows
In HardBall, experience baseball that’s so real and true-to-life, it’s like you can reach out and touch it. HardBall II retains the all-star qualities of the original, but with more features, more choices, playability and true-to-ballplayer animation, and even more major league ballparks.
Why similar: Baseball 51.5% ★, Sports 25%, Simulation 6.2%, Old School 6.2%, Pixel Graphics 4%
- #7 Backyard Baseball
91% matchNo user reviews2026
Dev: Mega Cat StudiosPub: Playground Productions
Windows · Mac
The arcade-style classic is back - and it's leveling up. With enhanced gameplay, new game modes, and all the humor & charm of the original, this is Backyard Baseball like it was always meant to be played. Wishlist now for Opening Day on July 9th. Are you ready to play like a kid again?
Why similar: Baseball 50.2% ★, Sports 22.7%, Arcade 6.9%, Family Friendly 6.1%, Simulation 5%
- #8 Super Mega Baseball: Extra Innings
91% matchVery Positive90% of 973 reviews2015
Dev: Metalhead Software Inc.Pub: Electronic Arts
Windows
Median: 3.7 hrsMean: 6.0 hrs≥1hr: 90%
Tight controls and a smooth learning curve will have you knocking it out of the park in no time in this awesome arcade baseball simulator. Polygon’s 2014 Sports Game of the Year.
Why similar: Baseball 76.4% ★, Sports 16.2%, Simulation 3.2%, Local Co-Op 2.4%, Arcade 1.8%
- #9 Baseball Mogul 2018
90% matchPositive88% of 17 reviews2018
Dev: Sports Mogul, Inc.
Windows
The groundbreaking franchise that revolutionized sports games continues to redefine the way you run and manage your favorite baseball team. This year's version includes more integration with Steam features including; Stats and Achievements.
Why similar: Baseball 73% ★, Sports 18.3%, Simulation 5.5%, Casual 3.1%
- #10 Can Gym Break This?
89% match4 user reviews25% of 4 reviews2022
Dev: Harsh BakshiPub: Skrots Game Studios
Windows
Competition with yourself will improve your power, memory, and ideas to achieve big things in life. It will make you healthy and with health, you can achieve anything in life. The beautiful environment will give you the pleasure to play the game and try the different modes (Day, Night).
Why similar: Baseball 37.7% ★, Basketball 26.6% ★, Sports 23.9%, Arcade 7.1%, Simulation 2%
- #11 Baseball Mogul 2017
89% matchPositive85% of 13 reviews2017
Dev: Sports Mogul, Inc.
Windows
The groundbreaking franchise that revolutionized sports games continues to redefine the way you run and manage your favorite baseball team. This year's version includes more than 100 updates and new features.
Why similar: Baseball 72.9% ★, Sports 18.6%, Simulation 5.5%, Casual 3%
- #12 Astonishing Baseball 2019
88% match4 user reviews25% of 4 reviews2019
Dev: Aerilys
Windows
It's baseball time! Lead your team to victory in Astonishing Baseball manager!
Why similar: Baseball 55.9% ★, Sports 31.5%, Simulation 10%, Casual 2.6%
- #13 Ultimate Dunk Shooter
87% matchNo user reviews2025
Dev: Berke Uruş
Windows
Draw the perfect shot and dunk the ball! In Ultimate Dunk Shooter, you have 3 chances to score as many points as possible. Easy to play, hard to master — a fast-paced arcade basketball challenge awaits!
Why similar: Basketball 47% ★, Sports 29.2%, Arcade 8.7%, Casual 5.7%, Family Friendly 5.7%
- #14 Jaleco Sports: Bases Loaded
86% match4 user reviews100% of 4 reviews2025
Dev: Sickhead GamesPub: Rock It Games
Windows
Bases Loaded brings classic baseball action back! Featuring a unique behind-the-pitcher view, 12 teams, arcade-style gameplay, and intense umpire disputes, this NES & SNES favorite delivers fast-paced fun. Play a full season or a quick game—step up to the plate and swing for the fences today!
Why similar: Sports 21%, Baseball 19.5% ★, 1990's 14.1%, Old School 10.8%, Local Co-Op 8.8%
- #15 BASEBALL STARS 2
86% matchMostly Positive75% of 117 reviews2016
Dev: SNK CORPORATION
Windows
Median: 24 minMean: 11.6 hrs≥1hr: 29%
Lace up your cleats, and step onto the diamond with the pros of “BASEBALL STARS 2” on Steam!
Why similar: Baseball 58.3% ★, Sports 35.8%, Arcade 5.9%
- #16 Sakushapara Baseball
84% matchNo user reviews2025
Dev: Sakushapara
Windows
It's a 2D baseball game. You can create your own players and teams using your own images, music and voice files!
Why similar: Baseball 68.2% ★, Sports 27.3%, 2D 3.2%, Singleplayer 1.3%
- #17 World League Baseball
82% matchMostly Positive70% of 110 reviews2023
Dev: HAEGIN Co.,Ltd.
Windows · Mac
Enjoy an excitement-filled baseball game rendered in a casual art style! Experience all the fun found only in ball games with simple and easy controls!
Why similar: Baseball 60.1% ★, Sports 23.8%, Arcade 7.2%, Simulation 5.5%, Casual 2.5%
- #18 Jaxx Blorgin's UFO Jam
81% matchPositive100% of 10 reviews2026
Dev: Wax Lion
Windows · Linux
Legendary space-baller Jaxx Blorgin is comin' at you with the only UFO sports title licensed to use his name! Master physics and your UFO to shoot, dunk and defend in this arcade basketball game.
Why similar: Basketball 47.9% ★, Sports 27.2%, 1990's 7.7%, Arcade 7.1%, Retro 3.9%
- #19 Streetball The Mecca
82% match1 user reviews100% of 1 reviews2023
Dev: Illegal Games
Windows
A new take on streetball is here, combining streetball with street fighting. If you wanna score here you're gonna have to beat your defender one on one. Break ankles and take names as you become a streetball legend!
Why similar: Basketball 40.5% ★, Sports 20.4%, 1990's 13.1%, Arcade 8%, Old School 7.7%
- #20 Super Mega Baseball™ 4
80% matchMostly Positive79% of 1,403 reviews2023
Dev: Metalhead Software Inc.Pub: Electronic Arts
Windows
Median: 2.4 hrsMean: 27.2 hrs≥1hr: 67%
Super Mega Baseball™ 4 is where the Legends play. The signature combo of arcade-inspired style and immersive gameplay returns with over 200 baseball Legends and a grand slam of presentation upgrades.
Why similar: Baseball 60.3% ★, Sports 24.7%, Family Friendly 7.7%, Simulation 6.5%, Singleplayer 0.8%
- #21 Fast Break
81% match1 user reviews100% of 1 reviews2021
Dev: AccoladePub: Ziggurat
Windows
The 1989 basketball game in Accolade™'s classic series of sports games features one or two player action, 15 offensive and 5 defensive pro-style plays, and the ability to design your own plays.
Why similar: Basketball 54.9% ★, Sports 24.9%, Retro 8.1%, Simulation 5.6%, Pixel Graphics 3%
- #22 Yeti Ski
79% match2 user reviews100% of 2 reviews2025
Dev: RetroBug
Windows
Old-school snow sports inspired by SkiFree. Have fun on the slopes, but watch out for the yeti!
Why similar: Skiing 35.7% ★, Sports 25.3%, 1990's 8%, Arcade 7.8%, Old School 6.2%
- #23 Baseball Mogul Diamond
78% matchMostly Positive78% of 50 reviews2016
Dev: Sports Mogul, Inc.
Windows
Baseball Mogul® Diamond is the 18th version of the "best baseball simulation you can buy" (PC Gamer).The groundbreaking franchise that revolutionized sports games continues to redefine the way you run and manage your favorite baseball team.
Why similar: Baseball 61.6% ★, Sports 26.7%, Simulation 7.4%, Casual 4.2%
- #24 Digital Diamond Baseball V12
76% matchPositive93% of 28 reviews2024
Dev: Curiosity Computing
Windows · Mac
Digital Diamond Baseball is a statistically accurate baseball simulator and tabletop board game companion.
Why similar: Baseball 61.2% ★, Sports 27.7%, Simulation 9.8%, Singleplayer 1.3%
- #25 Death Ski
77% matchPositive92% of 13 reviews2021
Dev: Fortcullis Games
Windows
A retro skiing adventure. Slalom courses, time trials and more. Avalanches, charging deer, packs of wolves, grizzly bears, chainsaw-wielding maniacs and psychotic goats await you on the deadly slopes.
Why similar: Skiing 44.6% ★, Sports 24.6%, Arcade 6.9%, Racing 5.9%, Retro 5%
- #26 Baseball Mogul 2015
77% matchMostly Positive77% of 57 reviews2015
Dev: Sports Mogul, Inc.
Windows
Baseball Mogul 2015® is the 17th version of the "best baseball simulation you can buy" (PC Gamer).The groundbreaking franchise that revolutionized sports games continues to redefine the way you run and manage your favorite baseball team. Control any team from 1901-2014 and bring your team to the promise land.
Why similar: Baseball 56.8% ★, Sports 29.9%, Simulation 8.3%, Casual 4.9%
- #27 College Baseball: Dynasty Builder
74% matchPositive96% of 26 reviews2025
Dev: Rainey Studios
Windows
Your wait for a college baseball game is over. College Baseball: Dynasty Builder lets you take control of a college program, recruit top talent, manage your roster, and build a powerhouse over multiple seasons.
Why similar: Baseball 68.1% ★, Sports 22.8%, Simulation 8.2%, Singleplayer 0.9%
- #28 ANOTHER DERBY!
76% match8 user reviews100% of 8 reviews2021
Dev: Studio Pakira
Windows · Mac
Take a bat and challenge trials to rescue your sister who was sucked into a different space portal.
Why similar: Baseball 63% ★, Sports 32.5%, 2D 3.4%, Singleplayer 1.2%
- #29 Baseball Legacy Manager 24
75% match8 user reviews38% of 8 reviews2024
Dev: Baseball Legacy Manager
Windows
Build the ultimate legacy as the general manager of a professional baseball team!
Why similar: Baseball 58.8% ★, Sports 30.8%, Simulation 7.5%, 2D 2%, Singleplayer 0.8%
- #30 Baseball Club
75% match6 user reviews100% of 6 reviews2024
Dev: BoomBit
Windows · Mac
Try to win against your opponent! Use your pitching skills to make your throw difficult to hit. Don’t let your opponent score. Then switch places and try to hit the ball pitched by your opponent as far as possible. The further it flies - the more points you get.
Why similar: Baseball 59.1% ★, Sports 23.6%, Arcade 8.3%, Simulation 5.3%, Action 2.8%
- #31 SUPER BOARD BASEBALL
73% match1 user reviews100% of 1 reviews2025
Dev: HIROSHI TODO
Windows
A casual board-style baseball game you can play using only a mouse. Click with good timing to hit the ball in this simple, intuitive system. Each match lasts about 20 minutes, making it easy to jump in and play “just one more.” Features three CPU difficulty levels for all players.
Why similar: Baseball 64.4% ★, Sports 21.3%, Arcade 8.5%, Casual 2.5%, Action 2.3%
- #32 Draft Day Sports: College Basketball 2023
72% matchMixed61% of 18 reviews2023
Dev: Wolverine Studios
Windows
Draft Day Sports: College Basketball 2023 puts you in the role of head coach of your favorite college basketball team. Every decision can be made by you from staff hiring, recruiting, scouting and all the way to making each substitution to lead your team to tournament glory and becoming a dynasty.
Why similar: Basketball 60.1% ★, Sports 28.1%, Simulation 8.3%, 2D 2.6%, Singleplayer 0.9%
- #33 Draft Day Sports: Pro Basketball 2023
72% match5 user reviews40% of 5 reviews2022
Dev: Wolverine Studios
Windows
Draft Day Sports: Pro Basketball 2023 puts you in the role of general manager of your favorite basketball team. Every decision can be made by you from drafting, trading, signing free agents all the way to making each substitution to lead your team to championship glory and becoming a dynasty.
Why similar: Basketball 59.7% ★, Sports 28.5%, Simulation 8.2%, 2D 2.7%, Singleplayer 0.9%
- #34 Digital Diamond Baseball V9
71% matchPositive90% of 21 reviews2021
Dev: Curiosity Computing
Windows · Mac
Digital Diamond Baseball is a flexible, transparent, and hyper-accurate computerized baseball simulator that allows gamers to play games, series, tournaments, and entire seasons, using players from any baseball season in history.
Why similar: Baseball 57.7% ★, Sports 28.3%, Simulation 7.2%, Arcade 4.6%, 2D 1.6%
- #35 Tabletop Baseball
69% match7 user reviews100% of 7 reviews2025
Dev: Dumb Duck Games
Windows
A physics-powered arcade baseball blast! Time your swing, rack up runs, and climb classic high score tables. Play solo or versus a friend with one controller or two.
Why similar: Baseball 54.4% ★, Sports 24%, Arcade 6.1%, Old School 5.5%, Simulation 4.4%
- #36 Dudelings: Arcade Sportsball
70% matchPositive100% of 21 reviews2024
Dev: Heavy Element
Windows · Linux
Dudelings: Arcade Sportsball is a fast-paced sportslike. A cross between Pong and Foosball, Dudelings delivers high-energy multiplayer fun!!
Why similar: Basketball 50.5% ★, Sports 19.5%, Old School 8.7%, Arcade 8.3%, Pixel Graphics 4.7%
- #37 The Daily Baller
71% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Pierce Games
Windows
A physics-based basketball platformer where every shot matters. Navigate creative levels, master precision movement, and sink the perfect shot.
Why similar: Basketball 53.4% ★, Sports 32.1%, Arcade 8.4%, Casual 3.9%, Action 1.5%
- #38 2D Baseball Duel
71% matchPositive86% of 22 reviews2021
Dev: Largemann
Windows
Enter the battle of Pitcher vs. Batter! Challenge the single player teams to unlock their unique pitches, then battle your friends with the fast paced competitive gameplay!
Why similar: Baseball 51.7% ★, Sports 16.7%, Arcade 6.8%, Old School 6.3%, Retro 5.9%
- #39 Basketball Classics
70% matchVery Positive92% of 185 reviews2019
Dev: Namo GamoPub: Acclaim, Inc.
Windows · Mac · Linux
5 on 5 Pro Basketball born from the golden era of sports games. This spiritual successor to the 8-bit ballers bridges the gap between retro and today’s simulation games. Side-scrolling, sweaty arcade action with simplified 3-button gameplay and retro vibes galore.
Why similar: Basketball 44.9% ★, Sports 36.4%, Retro 6.7%, Casual 6.5%, Arcade 4.6%
- #40 Draft Day Sports: Pro Basketball 2026
68% matchPositive90% of 10 reviews2025
Dev: Wolverine Studios
Windows
Take control of your franchise in Draft Day Sports: Pro Basketball 26! Draft, trade, and build your dynasty with smarter AI, new player archetypes, refreshed UI, and full customization options that let you create your perfect basketball universe.
Why similar: Basketball 61.1% ★, Sports 29.4%, Simulation 8.4%, Singleplayer 1.2%
- #41 Draft Day Sports: College Basketball 2025
69% matchMostly Positive67% of 17 reviews2025
Dev: Wolverine Studios
Windows
Lead your college basketball team in Draft Day Sports: College Basketball 2025. Recruit stars, coach for success, and make key decisions that will lead your team to the tournament. Navigate recruiting, the transfer portal and NIL options to build a winner. The ultimate coaching simulation game!
Why similar: Basketball 61.1% ★, Sports 29.4%, Simulation 8.4%, Singleplayer 1.2%
- #42 Draft Day Sports: College Basketball 2026
67% match8 user reviews88% of 8 reviews2026
Dev: Wolverine Studios
Windows
Build your college basketball dynasty in Draft Day Sports: College Basketball 26. Recruit elite talent, manage NIL strategy, dominate the transfer portal, and guide your team through March. The deepest and most realistic college basketball simulation yet.
Why similar: Basketball 61% ★, Sports 29.5%, Simulation 8.3%, Singleplayer 1.2%
- #43 Draft Day Sports: Pro Basketball 2025
68% matchPositive90% of 10 reviews2024
Dev: Wolverine Studios
Windows
Draft Day Sports: Pro Basketball 2025 puts you in the role of general manager of your favorite basketball team. Every decision can be made by you from drafting, trading, signing free agents all the way to making each substitution to lead your team to championship glory and becoming a dynasty.
Why similar: Basketball 61.1% ★, Sports 29.4%, Simulation 8.4%, Singleplayer 1.2%
- #44 Draft Day Sports: College Basketball 2024
68% matchMostly Positive74% of 19 reviews2024
Dev: Wolverine Studios
Windows
Lead your college basketball team in Draft Day Sports: College Basketball 2024. Recruit stars, coach for success, and make key decisions with an improved UI, player reveals, enhanced player control, and a revamped transfer portal. The ultimate coaching simulation game!
Why similar: Basketball 60.7% ★, Sports 29.7%, Simulation 8.4%, Singleplayer 1.2%
- #45 Baseball Legacy Manager 25
67% match1 user reviews100% of 1 reviews2025
Dev: Baseball Legacy Manager
Windows
Build the ultimate legacy as the general manager of a professional baseball team!
Why similar: Baseball 52.6% ★, Sports 32.3%, Simulation 10.8%, 2D 3.4%, Singleplayer 1%
- #46 Draft Day Sports: Pro Basketball 2024
67% match8 user reviews63% of 8 reviews2023
Dev: Wolverine Studios
Windows
Draft Day Sports: Pro Basketball 2024 puts you in the role of general manager of your favorite basketball team. Every decision can be made by you from drafting, trading, signing free agents all the way to making each substitution to lead your team to championship glory and becoming a dynasty.
Why similar: Basketball 61.1% ★, Sports 29.4%, Simulation 8.4%, Singleplayer 1.2%
- #47 Draft Day Sports: College Basketball 2021
67% matchPositive80% of 46 reviews2021
Dev: Wolverine Studios
Windows
Draft Day Sports: College Basketball 2021 puts you in the role of head coach of your favorite college basketball team. Every decision can be made by you from staff hiring, recruiting, scouting and all the way to making each substitution to lead your team to tournament glory and becoming a dynasty.
Why similar: Basketball 54.7% ★, Sports 31.4%, Simulation 10.3%, 2D 2.2%, Singleplayer 1.4%
- #48 Bad Hop Baseball
66% matchPositive89% of 27 reviews2023
Dev: Dan DectisPub: Dectronica
Windows · Mac
Baseball crossed with pinball / pachinko. Skill and luck combine in this chaotic casual sports game. A new take on a vintage arcade classic.
Why similar: Baseball 45.9% ★, Sports 23.3%, Arcade 9.7%, Old School 7.5%, Family Friendly 5.7%