- #1 Bush League Baseball
97% matchNo user reviews2026
Dev: Quorum
Windows
8-bit baseball with real rules and terrible players. 106 players, 83 things wrong with them, 8 clubs, 8 ballparks. Take over the worst team in the league, build a franchise, retire numbers, hang plaques in the Hall. Two players, one keyboard. The worst baseball ever played — on purpose.
Why similar: Baseball 50% ★, Sports 19.9%, Retro 6.2%, Local Co-Op 5.8%, Arcade 5.2%
- #2 Jaleco Sports: Bases Loaded 2
96% matchNo user reviews2026
Dev: Sickhead GamesPub: Rock It Games
Windows
Welcome to the world’s most popular sport with the kind of detail and realism that only Jaleco can deliver!
Why similar: Baseball 33.5% ★, Sports 25.1%, 1990's 10.8%, Old School 6.4%, Pixel Graphics 5%
- #3 Backyard Baseball '01
96% matchVery Positive93% of 680 reviews2025
Dev: Mega Cat StudiosPub: Playground Productions
Windows
Median: 1.1 hrsMean: 9.6 hrs≥1hr: 53%
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 50.5% ★, Sports 24.5%, Arcade 6.4%, 1990's 5.7%, Retro 3.6%
- #4 Hoop Land
95% matchOverwhelmingly Positive96% of 727 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 41.8% ★, Sports 26.3%, Old School 8.5%, Retro 6.8%, Simulation 5.1%
- #5 Backyard Baseball '97
94% matchOverwhelmingly Positive97% of 2,295 reviews2024
Dev: Mega Cat StudiosPub: Playground Productions
Windows
Median: 1.9 hrsMean: 6.8 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 49.4% ★, Sports 19.1%, 1990's 9%, Arcade 6%, Retro 5.4%
- #6 Backyard Basketball '01
94% matchVery Positive88% of 165 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 27.2%, Arcade 7.4%, 1990's 6%, Casual 3.6%
- #7 Fly Away Baseball
93% 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 54.2% ★, Sports 27%, Old School 9.1%, Arcade 7.2%, Simulation 1.8%
- #8 Street Hoop
91% matchVery Positive81% of 63 reviews2019
Dev: Retro Maniac
Windows
The legendary 3 on 3 arcade basketball game returns.
Why similar: Basketball 41.9% ★, Sports 17.8%, 1990's 9.5%, Arcade 7.3%, Retro 7.3%
- #9 HardBall! + HardBall II
91% 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 51.2% ★, Sports 25.5%, Old School 6.2%, Simulation 6%, Retro 4%
- #10 47都道府県にプロ野球チームが存在する世界線で日本一の球団をめざそう!
89% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Sports Management Kraft Games
Windows
A baseball management simulation set in an alternate Japan where all 47 prefectures have pro teams. Choose one of 48 clubs and manage drafts, development, reinforcements, lineups, finances, and the road to the championship.
Why similar: Baseball 57.2% ★, Sports 31.4%, Simulation 7.3%, 2D 3%, Singleplayer 1.1%
- #11 Baseball Empire
88% match3 user reviews67% of 3 reviews2026
Dev: 歴史Founder
Windows
A pro baseball management simulation. Use the draft, free agency, and foreign imports to build the ultimate team. Players grow and decline with age, suffer unexpected injuries, and break out as hidden potential erupts. Some may even transfer to overseas leagues.
Why similar: Baseball 72.8% ★, Sports 20.7%, Simulation 5.7%, Singleplayer 0.9%
- #12 Super Mega Baseball: Extra Innings
89% matchVery Positive90% of 977 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 76.1% ★, Sports 16.6%, Simulation 3.1%, Local Co-Op 2.5%, Arcade 1.8%
- #13 Baseball Mogul 2018
87% 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 72.8% ★, Sports 18.7%, Simulation 5.4%, Casual 3.1%
- #14 Can Gym Break This?
86% 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 37.4% ★, Basketball 26.7% ★, Sports 24.2%, Arcade 7%, Simulation 2%
- #15 Baseball Mogul 2017
86% 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 72.7% ★, Sports 19%, Simulation 5.3%, Casual 3%
- #16 Ultimate Dunk Shooter
85% 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 46.8% ★, Sports 29.5%, Arcade 8.6%, Family Friendly 5.8%, Casual 5.7%
- #17 Astonishing Baseball 2019
84% 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 55.6% ★, Sports 32.1%, Simulation 9.7%, Casual 2.6%
- #18 Pretty Home Run Derby - Re: Return of KUSOGAKI
83% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Serenity Seeker
Windows
A high-tempo batting game with an overwhelmingly satisfying hit feel. Master the "Mystery Skills" that trigger all kinds of phenomena and take on powerful foes! Can you defeat the pitchers across all 20 stages?
Why similar: Baseball 67.9% ★, Sports 27%, Action 4.3%, Singleplayer 0.9%
- #19 BASEBALL STARS 2
84% matchMostly Positive75% of 123 reviews2016
Dev: SNK CORPORATION
Windows
Median: 24 minMean: 11.6 hrs≥1hr: 30%
Lace up your cleats, and step onto the diamond with the pros of “BASEBALL STARS 2” on Steam!
Why similar: Baseball 57.8% ★, Sports 36.4%, Arcade 5.9%
- #20 Jaleco Sports: Bases Loaded
82% match4 user reviews100% of 5 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 21.3%, Baseball 19.3% ★, 1990's 14%, Old School 10.8%, Local Co-Op 8.9%
- #21 Streetball The Mecca
81% match6 user reviews83% of 6 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 40.6% ★, Sports 20.6%, 1990's 12.9%, Arcade 8%, Old School 7.7%
- #22 Jaxx Blorgin's UFO Jam
79% 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 47.8% ★, Sports 27.6%, 1990's 7.6%, Arcade 7%, Retro 3.9%
- #23 World League Baseball
79% matchMixed70% of 115 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 59.8% ★, Sports 24.3%, Arcade 7.2%, Simulation 5.4%, Casual 2.5%
- #24 Sakushapara Baseball
80% 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 67.8% ★, Sports 27.8%, 2D 3.1%, Singleplayer 1.3%
- #25 Super Mega Baseball™ 4
77% matchMostly Positive80% of 1,504 reviews2023
Dev: Metalhead Software Inc.Pub: Electronic Arts
Windows
Median: 2.6 hrsMean: 28.0 hrs≥1hr: 69%
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 60.4% ★, Sports 24.7%, Family Friendly 7.8%, Simulation 6.2%, Singleplayer 0.8%
- #26 Fast Break
78% match2 user reviews100% of 2 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 54.8% ★, Sports 25.3%, Retro 8.1%, Simulation 5.5%, Pixel Graphics 3%
- #27 Ballpark Champions — Japanese Baseball Club Manager
77% matchNo user reviews
Dev: BallparkChamps
Windows
A Japanese baseball club management simulation. Take over a struggling ballclub, develop players, sign talent from overseas, and invest in your stadium as every decision shapes its future. Rich club dramas unfold along the way — winning isn't the only path to greatness.
Why similar: Baseball 65.4% ★, Sports 25.9%, Simulation 7.9%, Singleplayer 0.8%
- #28 Yeti Ski
76% 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 35.4% ★, Sports 25.7%, 1990's 7.9%, Arcade 7.8%, Old School 6.2%
- #29 Baseball Mogul Diamond
75% matchMostly Positive76% of 51 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 61.3% ★, Sports 27.2%, Simulation 7.2%, Casual 4.2%
- #30 Digital Diamond Baseball V12
73% matchPositive93% of 29 reviews2024
Dev: Curiosity Computing
Windows · Mac
Digital Diamond Baseball is a statistically accurate baseball simulator and tabletop board game companion.
Why similar: Baseball 60.9% ★, Sports 28.2%, Simulation 9.6%, Singleplayer 1.3%
- #31 College Baseball: Dynasty Builder
72% matchPositive97% of 35 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 67.9% ★, Sports 23.3%, Simulation 8%, Singleplayer 0.9%
- #32 Death Ski
74% 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 44.2% ★, Sports 25%, Arcade 6.8%, Racing 6%, Retro 5%
- #33 Baseball Mogul 2015
74% 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 56.5% ★, Sports 30.5%, Simulation 8.1%, Casual 4.9%
- #34 ANOTHER DERBY!
73% 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 62.6% ★, Sports 33%, 2D 3.3%, Singleplayer 1.2%
- #35 Baseball Legacy Manager 24
73% 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 58.5% ★, Sports 31.4%, Simulation 7.4%, 2D 2%, Singleplayer 0.8%
- #36 Baseball Club
72% match6 user reviews86% of 7 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 58.8% ★, Sports 24%, Arcade 8.3%, Simulation 5.1%, Action 2.9%
- #37 Sluggernauts
71% matchNo user reviews2027
Dev: fake_architech
Windows
Arcade roguelike baseball. Lead the Hickory Creek Squirrels, a small town minor league team and Earth's last hope. Take a randomized road trip and upgrade your team with powerful gear combinations. Hit, pitch, and field to beat otherworldly teams with unfair advantages.
Why similar: Baseball 56.1% ★, Sports 20%, 1990's 6.8%, Arcade 6.2%, Old School 5%
- #38 Draft Day Sports: College Basketball 2023
70% matchMixed63% of 19 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% ★, Sports 28.4%, Simulation 8.1%, 2D 2.5%, Singleplayer 0.9%
- #39 The Daily Baller
69% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Pierce Games
Windows
Roll, bounce, and shoot your way through creative physics-based basketball challenges where precision and control are everything. Prove you are the true Daily Baller!
Why similar: Basketball 53.2% ★, Sports 32.4%, Arcade 8.3%, Casual 3.9%, Action 1.5%
- #40 Draft Day Sports: Pro Basketball 2023
70% 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 59.6% ★, Sports 28.9%, Simulation 8%, 2D 2.6%, Singleplayer 0.9%
- #41 Tabletop Baseball
67% match8 user reviews100% of 8 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% ★, Sports 24.4%, Arcade 6.1%, Old School 5.5%, Simulation 4.3%
- #42 俺が球審だ!Sharp-Eyed Umpire Simulator
69% matchNo user reviews2026
Dev: southzone
Windows
Voice input enabled, umpire experience action. Make accurate judgments even on sharp breaking balls. Each of the multiple pitchers has their own pitching form and pitch type. Try being a home plate umpire.
Why similar: Baseball 64.8% ★, Sports 27.7%, Casual 6%, Singleplayer 1.5%
- #43 Digital Diamond Baseball V9
69% 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 57.4% ★, Sports 28.8%, Simulation 7%, Arcade 4.6%, 2D 1.6%
- #44 Basketball Classics
68% matchVery Positive92% of 186 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 44.7% ★, Sports 36.8%, Retro 6.6%, Casual 6.5%, Arcade 4.6%
- #45 Dudelings: Arcade Sportsball
67% 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 19.8%, Old School 8.8%, Arcade 8.3%, Pixel Graphics 4.6%
- #46 Draft Day Sports: Pro Basketball 2026
66% matchPositive92% of 12 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 60.9% ★, Sports 29.7%, Simulation 8.2%, Singleplayer 1.2%
- #47 Draft Day Sports: Pro Basketball 2025
67% 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 60.9% ★, Sports 29.7%, Simulation 8.2%, Singleplayer 1.2%
- #48 2D Baseball Duel
68% matchPositive87% of 23 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 51.4% ★, Sports 16.9%, Arcade 6.8%, Old School 6.4%, Retro 5.9%