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  1. #1 Axis Football 2020
    97% matchMixed67% of 178 reviews2020
    Dev: Axis Games
    Windows · Mac · Linux

    Axis Football features football gaming's deepest Franchise Mode and massively improved simulation-style gameplay.

    Why similar: Football (American) 35.5%, Sports 27.4%, Moddable 8.4%, Simulation 7.3%, Strategy 6%

  2. #2 Axis Football 2023
    96% matchMostly Positive77% of 270 reviews2022
    Dev: Axis Games
    Windows · Mac · Linux

    Axis Football is a simulation-style football game featuring the industry's best franchise mode, massive customization, and realistic gameplay.

    Why similar: Football (American) 33.8%, Sports 28.4%, Simulation 7.7%, Moddable 7.4%, Strategy 6.9%

  3. #3 Axis Football 2026
    96% matchMostly Positive75% of 114 reviews2025
    Dev: Axis Games
    Windows · Mac · Linux

    Axis Football 2026 is a complete American Football Simulation featuring fluid gameplay, endless customization, and the industry's best franchise mode.

    Why similar: Football (American) 39.3%, Sports 20.1%, Moddable 12.3%, Simulation 6.4%, Strategy 5.5%

  4. #4 Axis Football 2024
    95% matchMostly Positive71% of 210 reviews2023
    Dev: Axis Games
    Windows · Mac · Linux

    Axis Football is a simulation-style football game featuring the industry's best franchise mode, massive customization, and realistic gameplay.

    Why similar: Football (American) 33.9%, Sports 25.7%, Moddable 9%, Simulation 7.9%, Strategy 6.9%

  5. #5 Axis Football 2017
    94% matchMixed64% of 171 reviews2017
    Dev: Axis Games
    Windows · Mac · Linux

    Axis Football is an American football simulation featuring massive customization and a complete franchise mode

    Why similar: Football (American) 61.9%, Sports 22.1%, Simulation 6.7%, Strategy 3.1%, Management 3%

  6. #6 Axis Football 2019
    94% matchMixed69% of 117 reviews2019
    Dev: Axis Games
    Windows · Mac · Linux

    Axis Football is an American football simulation featuring immersive gameplay, a deep franchise mode, and extensive customization.

    Why similar: Sports 44.2%, Football (American) 24.5%, Simulation 13.4%, Strategy 8.3%, Management 3.3%

  7. #7 Axis Football 2016
    93% matchMostly Positive75% of 125 reviews2016
    Dev: Axis Games
    Windows · Mac · Linux
    Median: 3.6 hrsMean: 4.6 hrs≥1hr: 96%

    Axis Football is a an American football simulation featuring innovative aimed passing and massive customization.

    Why similar: Sports 43.4%, Football (American) 32.7%, Simulation 10.9%, Local Multiplayer 4.3%, Strategy 4.2%

  8. #8 Maximum Football
    91% matchMixed60% of 1,383 reviews2025
    Dev: Maximum Entertainment
    Windows
    Median: 1.1 hrsMean: 6.0 hrs≥1hr: 51%

    Forge your legacy in Maximum Football, where you can play both college and pro football in one shared universe. Recruit the next college superstar and take them into the pros to become a future Hall of Famer. Build your team with unparalleled in-game customization that gives you ultimate control.

    Why similar: Football (American) 38.7%, Sports 38.5%, Simulation 7.4%, Local Multiplayer 5.8%, Realistic 3%

  9. #9 Axis Football 2015
    92% matchMixed69% of 383 reviews2015
    Dev: Axis Games
    Windows · Mac · Linux
    Median: 5.6 hrsMean: 6.1 hrs≥1hr: 98%

    Axis Football is a 3D American Football Simulation Game that features a unique aimed passing system. Play in a single match, season mode, or local multiplayer! Offers basic mod support for team rosters.

    Why similar: Football (American) 54.5%, Sports 35.3%, Local Multiplayer 3.7%, Strategy 3.3%, Management 2.9%

  10. #10 Axis Football 2018
    91% matchMixed65% of 137 reviews2018
    Dev: Axis Games
    Windows · Linux
    Median: 5.2 hrsMean: 6.3 hrs≥1hr: 95%

    Axis Football is an American football simulation featuring a deep Franchise Mode and full customization.

    Why similar: Sports 58.2%, Simulation 17.7%, Local Multiplayer 8.1%, Strategy 7.8%, Management 7.5%

  11. #11 Pro Strategy Football 2021
    90% matchVery Positive87% of 111 reviews2020
    Dev: Kerry BattsPub: Pro Strategy Games
    Windows · Mac

    [NOT THE LATEST VERSION!! See Pro Strategy Football 2022]

    Why similar: Football (American) 42.8%, Sports 22.3%, Moddable 15.4%, Simulation 7%, Strategy 6.1%

  12. #12 Football Coach: College Dynasty
    86% matchOverwhelmingly Positive96% of 1,501 reviews2025
    Dev: SidelineSim Studios
    Windows · Mac

    A true college football management game. Play as a coach or a school, recruit players, develop your team, and compete for national championships. Build a college football dynasty and become a coaching legend!

    Why similar: Football (American) 39.6%, Sports 35.9%, Simulation 11.2%, Management 5.7%, Realistic 4.4%

  13. #13 Doug Flutie's Maximum Football 2020
    88% matchMixed52% of 73 reviews2020
    Dev: Canuck Play Inc
    Windows

    Achieve Gridiron Greatness as Doug Flutie and Maximum Football 2020, bring you the ultimate football sandbox.

    Why similar: Football (American) 46%, Sports 38%, Simulation 6.2%, Local Multiplayer 3.5%, PvP 2.8%

  14. #14 Legend Bowl
    84% matchVery Positive87% of 953 reviews2021
    Dev: Super Pixel Games
    Windows
    Median: 2.1 hrsMean: 13.0 hrs≥1hr: 61%

    Legend Bowl is a throwback to the classic 8-bit and 16-bit football games of the past. Take to the gridiron and fight your way to becoming a football legend! Enjoy sim-style gameplay, realistic weather, detailed stats, franchise mode, tournament mode, fully customizable rosters, and much much more!

    Why similar: Football (American) 47%, Sports 25.2%, Local Multiplayer 5.8%, Simulation 5.6%, Strategy 5.4%

  15. #15 Draft Day Sports: Pro Football 2021
    85% matchMixed59% of 54 reviews2020
    Dev: Wolverine Studios
    Windows

    Draft Day Sports: Pro Football 2021 puts you in the role of general manager of your favorite football team. Every decision can be made by you from drafting, trading, signing free agents right down to creating and calling your own plays to lead your team to championship glory and becoming a dynasty.

    Why similar: Football (American) 50.3%, Sports 31.9%, Simulation 9.2%, Strategy 7.5%, Indie 0.8%

  16. #16 Front Office Football Nine
    81% matchMostly Positive79% of 168 reviews2023
    Dev: Solecismic Software
    Windows

    Put yourself in the Front Office with Front Office Football, the professional football simulation from Solecismic Software. Manage your roster through trading, free agency and the amateur draft. Create game plans, organize depth charts and watch your franchise thrive for decades.

    Why similar: Football (American) 52%, Sports 32.3%, Simulation 9.5%, Strategy 5.2%, Indie 0.7%

  17. #17 War Room Football
    79% matchVery Positive95% of 66 reviews2026
    Dev: Tanish Jagtap
    Windows · Mac

    Build a dynasty from the front office. Draft, trade, sign, and develop players across unlimited seasons. Scout prospects, manage the cap, hire coaches, then watch the league evolve around you.

    Why similar: Football (American) 43.2%, Sports 37.1%, Simulation 10.3%, Management 5.6%, Strategy 2.8%

  18. #18 FFFL: Brutalball Manager
    80% matchVery Positive91% of 86 reviews2023
    Dev: Stout Kassel Games
    Windows

    FFFL: Brutalball Manager is a Franchise Management Simulation game, based mostly on American Football in a Fantasy setting. Take full control of the entire league. Tons of customization, deep stat tracking and unique rules.

    Why similar: Football (American) 43%, Sports 23.7%, Moddable 12.3%, Simulation 7.6%, Management 6.2%

  19. #19 Front Office Football Seven
    82% matchVery Positive82% of 143 reviews2015
    Dev: Solecismic Software
    Windows

    Put yourself in the Front Office with Front Office Football, the professional football simulation from Solecismic Software. Manage your roster through trading, free agency and the amateur draft. Create game plans, organize depth charts and watch your franchise thrive for decades.

    Why similar: Football (American) 64.3%, Sports 19.8%, Simulation 6%, Strategy 4.7%, Management 4.2%

  20. #20 EA SPORTS™ Madden NFL 26
    78% matchMixed53% of 5,844 reviews2025
    Dev: TiburonPub: Electronic Arts
    Windows
    Median: 14.6 hrsMean: 74.5 hrs≥1hr: 89%

    EA SPORTS™ Madden NFL 26 leverages a new AI-powered machine learning system to convert thousands of plays from nearly a decade of real NFL data into more explosive gameplay.

    Why similar: Football (American) 51.1%, Sports 33.4%, Simulation 10.5%, Strategy 5%

  21. #21 Pro Strategy Football 2023
    79% matchVery Positive85% of 74 reviews2022
    Dev: Kerry BattsPub: Pro Strategy Games
    Windows · Mac

    NOT THE LATEST VERSION - Be sure to also look for Pro Strategy Football 2024!

    Why similar: Football (American) 43.2%, Sports 18.9%, Moddable 17.4%, Simulation 6%, Management 5.6%

  22. #22 Sunday Rivals
    78% matchVery Positive91% of 312 reviews2022
    Dev: 26k
    Windows

    Easy to pickup, hard hitting, fully customizable arcade football is back with Sunday Rivals! Battle high-octane offenses and bone crushing tacklers in the harshest weather conditions to bring home championship glory!

    Why similar: Football (American) 52.2%, Sports 23.3%, Simulation 8.1%, Character Customization 5.2%, Local Multiplayer 4.5%

  23. #23 EA SPORTS™ Madden NFL 25
    77% matchMixed56% of 5,121 reviews2024
    Dev: TiburonPub: Electronic Arts
    Windows
    Median: 22.7 hrsMean: 68.5 hrs≥1hr: 88%

    Hit like you mean it with FieldSENSE™ powered by BOOM Tech. Experience how the new physics-informed dynamic tackling system unlocks realistic collisions & new gameplay animations on both sides of the ball.

    Why similar: Football (American) 55.1%, Sports 24.3%, Simulation 11.7%, Strategy 8.9%

  24. #24 Football Simulator
    76% matchMostly Positive80% of 924 reviews2022
    Dev: Refactor Games
    Windows

    Step onto the gridiron with Football Simulator and experience the most dynamic and physics-driven football game ever made. Break through tackles, juggle tipped passes, and dive for interceptions to lead your team to victory. Features a fully moddable environment.

    Why similar: Football (American) 42.2%, Sports 21.9%, Moddable 17.1%, Simulation 6.4%, Local Multiplayer 5.5%

  25. #25 Pro Strategy Football 2024
    75% matchVery Positive80% of 51 reviews2023
    Dev: Kerry BattsPub: Pro Strategy Games
    Windows · Mac

    NOT the latest version, please check out PSF 2026!

    Why similar: Football (American) 41.4%, Sports 19.9%, Moddable 16.8%, Simulation 6.4%, Management 5.5%

  26. #26 College Bowl
    74% matchVery Positive85% of 271 reviews2024
    Dev: Super Pixel Games
    Windows

    College Bowl is a beautifully pixelated on-field simulation of American Football! Challenge college rivals on your way to winning a National title! Take on various game modes, including a deep Dynasty mode with in-depth recruiting, scouting, stat tracking, ranking, bowl games, yearly goals and more!

    Why similar: Football (American) 51.8%, Sports 26.7%, Moddable 10.4%, Character Customization 5%, PvP 4.8%

  27. #27 EA SPORTS™ Madden NFL 27
    73% matchMostly Negative34% of 533 reviews2026
    Dev: TiburonPub: Electronic Arts
    Windows

    Run the league one decision at a time. EA SPORTS™ Madden NFL 27, powered by the all-new Persona Engine.

    Why similar: Football (American) 51.5%, Sports 25.9%, Simulation 9%, Strategy 7.8%, PvP 2.9%

  28. #28 Lords of Football
    77% matchMixed52% of 353 reviews2013
    Dev: Geniaware SrlPub: Fish Eagle
    Windows
    Median: 1.9 hrsMean: 9.6 hrs≥1hr: 90%

    Lords of Football is a whole new sports lifestyle simulator, played in God Mode.The everyday routine of football is brought to life, simulating footballers' training to improve their skills and all the drama and real-life distractions that unfold during a normal season.

    Why similar: Sports 66.1%, Simulation 16.4%, Strategy 11.9%, Indie 2.8%, Management 2.8%

  29. #29 Front Office Football Eight
    74% matchVery Positive84% of 282 reviews2016
    Dev: Solecismic Software
    Windows

    Put yourself in the Front Office with Front Office Football, the professional football simulation from Solecismic Software. Manage your roster through trading, free agency and the amateur draft. Create game plans, organize depth charts and watch your franchise thrive for decades.

    Why similar: Sports 62.1%, Football (American) 32.5%, Simulation 5.5%

  30. #30 AFL 26
    72% matchMixed57% of 197 reviews2025
    Dev: Big Ant StudiosPub: Nacon
    Windows

    Get ready for the future of footy with AFL 26. Feel every hit, hear every roar, and live every moment with unmatched authenticity and intensity.

    Why similar: Sports 59.6%, Simulation 11.5%, Management 8.1%, Realistic 8%, PvP 5.1%

  31. #31 Football Club Simulator - FCS #21
    75% matchMixed65% of 287 reviews2016
    Dev: Dinamic GamesPub: FX Interactive
    Windows
    Median: 54 minMean: 18.2 hrs≥1hr: 48%

    Casual football & strategy videogame. Real-time simulation of your favourite football Club. Agile, intuitive, fast... allows you to play seasons in hours, not days: line-up, training, tactics, youth squad, scout, transfers, stadium, highlights, Strategic match... From the Premier Manager creators.

    Why similar: Sports 53.8%, Strategy 14.8%, Simulation 13.9%, Management 13.3%, 3D 3.1%

  32. #32 Pro Strategy Football 2022
    73% matchVery Positive87% of 87 reviews2021
    Dev: Kerry BattsPub: Pro Strategy Games
    Windows · Mac

    PSF 2023 IS COMING SOON!! WATCH FOR SEPTEMBER 2022!!

    Why similar: Football (American) 42.8%, Sports 23.1%, Moddable 17.4%, Simulation 6.4%, Management 6%

  33. #33 CFS (Chinese Football Simulator)
    70% matchMixed70% of 309 reviews2026
    Dev: 悟空实验室Pub: Wise Games
    Windows

    "Chinese Football Simulator" is a management game themed around Chinese football. As both club owner and head coach, you'll develop and manage teams—either existing or custom—immersed in authentic Chinese football culture.

    Why similar: Sports 42%, Moddable 32.7%, Management 9.4%, Simulation 6.7%, Character Customization 6.3%

  34. #34 EA SPORTS™ College Football 27
    69% matchMixed40% of 2,451 reviews2026
    Dev: TiburonPub: Electronic Arts
    Windows
    Median: 31.2 hrsMean: 53.7 hrs≥1hr: 94%

    Step into the modern era of college football, where personal ambition meets program pride. Balance expectations, identity, and everything Saturday demands while immersed in traditions and pageantry of game day.

    Why similar: Football (American) 38%, Sports 36.3%, Simulation 12.2%, Local Multiplayer 3.9%, Strategy 3.9%

  35. #35 Football, Tactics & Glory
    70% matchVery Positive87% of 4,369 reviews2018
    Dev: Creoteam
    Windows
    Median: 9.8 hrsMean: 45.4 hrs≥1hr: 89%

    XCOM meets Football Manager. Develop your club, earn experience in turn-based matches, learn new skills, achieve new classes, upgrade your facilities, buy and sell footballers, grow your youth academy, make difficult choices. It's a deep strategy game that respects your time.

    Why similar: Sports 32.3%, Moddable 26.4%, Simulation 10.3%, Management 9.5%, Strategy 9.1%

  36. #36 Rugby League Team Manager 3
    71% matchMostly Positive78% of 77 reviews2020
    Dev: Alternative Software Ltd
    Windows · Mac

    The third instalment of “The Number 1 Rugby League Management Game”. The biggest leagues and competitions. Take full control of managing your own Rugby League club. Training schedules, coaches, physios, scouting, finances, sponsors and more. MUCH MORE!

    Why similar: Football (American) 35.8%, Sports 29.4%, Simulation 8.7%, Management 8.4%, Strategy 7.5%

  37. #37 WE ARE FOOTBALL 2024
    68% matchVery Positive80% of 1,046 reviews2024
    Dev: Winning Streak Games GmbHPub: HandyGames
    Windows
    Median: 6.4 hrsMean: 48.1 hrs≥1hr: 74%

    Welcome to WE ARE FOOTBALL 2024! Dive into the world of football like never before. Choose an existing club or start your own. Manage either men or women, lead your club to new heights, and become the next manager legend!

    Why similar: Sports 32.8%, Moddable 23.6%, Simulation 9.8%, Management 8.1%, Strategy 8%

  38. #38 Mutant Football League 2
    68% matchMostly Positive73% of 149 reviews2025
    Dev: Digital Dreams Entertainment
    Windows

    Mutant Football League 2 is a hard-hitting, arcade-style football game that combines intense gameplay, wisecracking mutants, weapons, deep strategy, and outrageous humor. Prepare yourself for the most insanely brutal football you’ll ever experience.

    Why similar: Football (American) 54.4%, Sports 30.2%, Character Customization 5.8%, PvP 5.4%, 3D 2.7%

  39. #39 AFL 23
    69% matchMixed44% of 453 reviews2023
    Dev: Big Ant StudiosPub: Nacon
    Windows

    AFL 23 - IT'S TIME TO FLY!! Feel the Atmosphere, Chase your dreams and Make it your own - in the most realistic AFL game ever!

    Why similar: Football (American) 31.6%, Sports 28.9%, Simulation 8.5%, Local Multiplayer 7.5%, Management 5.6%

  40. #40 Franchise Hockey Manager 3
    71% matchMixed58% of 98 reviews2016
    Dev: Out of the Park Developments
    Windows · Mac
    Median: 6.4 hrsMean: 14.9 hrs≥1hr: 97%

    Franchise Hockey Manager 3 is the deepest, most authentic hockey strategy game you can find! Now officially licensed by the NHL®, so you can take the reins of your favorite franchise, FHM3 includes real 2016-2017 rosters for 22 playable leagues, a new gameplay mode that makes the game much more approachable, and tons of other new...

    Why similar: Sports 64.9%, Simulation 16.2%, Strategy 15.5%, Indie 3.3%

  41. #41 Gaelic Football Laochra
    65% matchMostly Positive79% of 52 reviews2026
    Dev: Buck Eejit GamesPub: Tru Blu Games
    Windows

    Feel the intensity of Gaelic Football Laochra! From heated county showdowns to the pinnacle of the Irish Championship, every game delivers authentic gameplay, strategic depth, and electrifying action. Every clash is a test of skill, and every triumph brings you closer to glory!

    Why similar: Sports 41%, Local Multiplayer 10.5%, Management 10.1%, Simulation 9.5%, Character Customization 9.1%

  42. #42 Bowl Bound College Football
    70% matchMixed57% of 124 reviews2015
    Dev: Grey Dog SoftwarePub: Viva Meda
    Windows

    One of the best college football simulation engines available, Bowl Bound College Football is the simulation game college football fans have been waiting for!

    Why similar: Sports 64.2%, Strategy 17.9%, Simulation 17.9%

  43. #43 WE ARE FOOTBALL
    67% matchMostly Positive77% of 1,455 reviews2021
    Dev: Winning Streak GamesPub: THQ Nordic
    Windows
    Median: 5.3 hrsMean: 32.5 hrs≥1hr: 91%

    Lead your football club through national championships and to international stardom. Take over an established men’s or women’s team of your choice as its manager or bring a small team into the big league.

    Why similar: Sports 56.6%, Simulation 11.4%, Strategy 11.1%, Management 8.6%, PvP 5.8%

  44. #44 World of Football
    65% matchVery Positive82% of 220 reviews2024
    Dev: Vault Game Studio
    Windows

    A physics-based football game, where matches are won not by randomness or luck, but pure skill! Easy to learn, yet difficult to master, World of Football lets you bring up to ten players together to test your skills on the pitch! Then go pro and fight for the title of GOAT!

    Why similar: Sports 56.3%, Simulation 13.1%, Strategy 11.8%, PvP 10.3%, Character Customization 4.5%

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