- #1 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: Sports 48.3%, Basketball 39.9% ★, Retro 5.5%, Local Multiplayer 3.4%, Arcade 2.5%
- #2 Street Hoop
96% matchVery Positive82% of 60 reviews2019
Dev: Digicon
Windows
The legendary 3 on 3 arcade basketball game returns.
Why similar: Sports 59.9%, Basketball 18.4% ★, Casual 11%, Indie 8.5%, Arcade 2.1%
- #3 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: Sports 47%, Basketball 39.8% ★, Casual 6.6%, Arcade 3.7%, Retro 2.5%
- #4 Basketball Club Story
94% matchMostly Positive76% of 198 reviews2023
Dev: Kairosoft Co.,Ltd
Windows
Median: 6.6 hrsMean: 23.1 hrs≥1hr: 68%
Basketball Team Management Sim Coach a custom team and dunk your way to glory!
Why similar: Sports 47%, Basketball 40.8% ★, Casual 7.1%, Retro 2.7%, Indie 2.1%
- #5 SpiritSphere DX
94% matchMostly Positive79% of 56 reviews2017
Dev: Eendhoorn Games
Windows
Median: 3.9 hrsMean: 5.1 hrs≥1hr: 95%
SpiritSphere is a local multiplayer game that draws inspiration from classics like Zelda and Windjammers and mashes it together with the nostalgic feel of playing air hockey at your local arcade.
Why similar: Sports 65%, Local Multiplayer 14.6%, Casual 11.6%, Indie 8.8%
- #6 VIDEOBALL
92% matchVery Positive88% of 216 reviews2016
Dev: Action Button Entertainment, LLCPub: Iron Galaxy Studios
Windows
Median: 30 minMean: 2.6 hrs≥1hr: 31%
VIDEOBALL is a sport everyone can play.We researched basketball, football, soccer, first-person shooters, and real-time strategy games. VIDEOBALL is a compact expression of all sports' mechanics.
Why similar: Sports 77.2%, Local Multiplayer 12.3%, Indie 10.6%
- #7 Natural Soccer
91% matchMostly Positive73% of 75 reviews2015
Dev: Thorsten Schleinzer
Windows
Natural Soccer is a highly playable arcade soccer game with fast-paced action, accurate physics and intuitive controls, inspired by classics like "Kick Off" and "Sensible Soccer".
Why similar: Sports 66.7%, Indie 8.9%, Casual 7.9%, Local Multiplayer 7.5%, Retro 4.9%
- #8 New Retro Arcade: Neon
90% matchMostly Positive79% of 631 reviews2016
Dev: Digital Cybercherries
Windows
Median: 1.3 hrsMean: 5.3 hrs≥1hr: 54%
Emulate your favorite arcade games in an environment engrossed with retro realism and extremely detailed surroundings. Be filled with nostalgia and realise what arcade life felt like back in the 80’s/early 90’s.
Why similar: Sports 44.6%, Basketball 19.9% ★, Retro 12.3%, Casual 9.6%, Indie 7.1%
- #9 Around The World
89% matchVery Positive79% of 71 reviews2023
Dev: LobsterBunny Entertainment Inc
Windows
Basketball mini-game, shooting 3 pointers in sequence to complete the game. Played in a time based format or number of balls, or casually in practice mode.
Why similar: Basketball 53.3% ★, Sports 34.4%, Casual 7.6%, Arcade 4%, Singleplayer 0.7%
- #10 Bunny Hop League
89% matchMostly Positive71% of 711 reviews2017
Dev: PolyDigital
Windows · Mac
Median: 4.6 hrsMean: 20.0 hrs≥1hr: 92%
Inspired by old school first person shooters, Bunny Hop League takes you right back to the golden age of gaming, when hopping, strafing and surfing were all the rage.
Why similar: Sports 86.3%, Indie 13.7%
- #11 XP Soccer
88% matchVery Positive83% of 120 reviews2022
Dev: Dave XP
Windows · Mac · Linux
XP Soccer is a love letter to the classic soccer games from the NES era!
Why similar: Sports 72.2%, Retro 9.1%, Casual 7.7%, Arcade 6.2%, Indie 3.6%
- #12 Legend Bowl
87% matchVery Positive87% of 947 reviews2021
Dev: Super Pixel Games
Windows
Median: 2.1 hrsMean: 12.9 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: Sports 62.7%, Local Multiplayer 16.4%, Retro 7.5%, Indie 7.2%, Arcade 5%
- #13 Birdsketball
86% matchVery Positive97% of 67 reviews2016
Dev: Waynetron
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 4.0 hrsMean: 4.5 hrs≥1hr: 93%
Local multiplayer basketball with birds.
Why similar: Sports 87.9%, Indie 12.1%
- #14 Dunk Lords
86% matchVery Positive86% of 57 reviews2020
Dev: Story Fort LLC
Windows
Dunk Lords is a two-on-two basketball beat 'em up featuring over-the-top special moves, devastating dunks, and game-changing equipment. Choose from 20 of the baddest ballers around, each with unique special attacks and abilities, and do battle on a variety of hazard-filled courts.
Why similar: Basketball 43.3% ★, Sports 32.4%, Local Multiplayer 9.8%, Retro 5.7%, Arcade 4.1%
- #15 Horizon Chase Turbo
84% matchVery Positive93% of 5,833 reviews2018
Dev: AQUIRIS
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 7.5 hrsMean: 10.2 hrs≥1hr: 87%
Thrilling arcade racing game, inspired by the super-fun-straight-to-the-point classic racing games from the 90s.
Why similar: Sports 47.6%, Local Multiplayer 13.7%, Retro 11.7%, Casual 10.2%, Indie 8.2%
- #16 NBA 2K25
83% matchMixed59% of 42,637 reviews2024
Dev: Visual ConceptsPub: 2K
Windows
Median: 34.2 hrsMean: 100.0 hrs≥1hr: 95%
Command every court with authenticity and realism Powered by ProPLAY™, giving you ultimate control over how you play in NBA 2K25. Define your legacy in MyCAREER, MyTEAM, MyNBA, and The W.
Why similar: Basketball 54.3% ★, Sports 41.1%, Local Multiplayer 4.4%, Singleplayer 0.2%
- #17 Backyard Baseball '97
77% 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: Sports 72.6%, Casual 11%, Retro 8.5%, Arcade 6.7%, Singleplayer 1.2%
- #18 Pixel Cup Soccer - Ultimate Edition
78% matchVery Positive85% of 959 reviews2022
Dev: BATOVI Games
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 9.8 hrsMean: 9.9 hrs≥1hr: 90%
Pixel Cup Soccer is a retro-style arcade game. Play friendly matches, tournaments or create your team and lead it to glory in career mode! You can play it alone or with up to 8 friends, locally or through Steam remote, you can choose whether to play competitively, cooperatively, or even both!
Why similar: Sports 64.1%, Local Multiplayer 17.7%, Retro 9.7%, Arcade 8.5%
- #19 Ball Grabbers
81% matchMostly Positive73% of 55 reviews2018
Dev: Part Time Monkey
Windows
Two-player Arcade mayhem in tight arenas - Toss the ball to your opponent's goal before they get the chance!
Why similar: Sports 75.5%, Casual 13.7%, Indie 10.7%
- #20 Super Arcade Soccer 2021
80% matchMixed53% of 59 reviews2021
Dev: Ruben Alcañiz
Windows · Mac
SUPER ARCADE SOCCER 2021 combines the best of today’s technology and classic retro games.Use your best skills and tailor your strategy to beat the competition.If you loved games like Sensible Soccer or Kick-Off, this game is a must-have.
Why similar: Sports 66.8%, Local Multiplayer 15.3%, Indie 8.8%, Arcade 8.1%, Singleplayer 1.1%
- #21 Super Tennis Blast
79% matchVery Positive83% of 97 reviews2019
Dev: Unfinished Pixel
Windows
Remember retro-styled sports games? Dust off your racket and set your friends around the couch with Super Tennis Blast! A tennis game for tennis enthusiasts, made by fans of arcade games. Game, set, match! Ready to have a blast?
Why similar: Sports 69.6%, Casual 12.2%, Indie 9.2%, Local Multiplayer 6.5%, Arcade 2.5%
- #22 Thunder Spikes Volleyball
74% matchVery Positive94% of 165 reviews2025
Dev: Thunder Bros srl
Windows · Mac
Control every move of your players on a 2D volleyball court. Spike, block, defend and use every open space. Face national teams in Arcade mode or challenge a friend in local multiplayer.
Why similar: Sports 72.1%, Retro 12%, Arcade 8.3%, Indie 5.8%, Singleplayer 1.7%
- #23 3on3 FreeStyle: Rebound
78% matchMixed62% of 4,299 reviews2020
Dev: Joycity
Windows
Median: 1.2 hrsMean: 32.4 hrs≥1hr: 54%
3on3 FreeStyle: Rebound allows players to Team up for fast-paced street basketball, dive into single-player Career Mode PVE, and grow your skills with dynamic gameplay and enhanced Lumen-powered visuals.
Why similar: Basketball 59.3% ★, Sports 30.3%, Casual 4.8%, Arcade 4.5%, Singleplayer 1.1%
- #24 RetroMania Wrestling
77% matchVery Positive84% of 318 reviews2021
Dev: Retrosoft Studios
Windows
RetroMania Wrestling is a throwback arcade game inspired by classics of the past, with great 2D action and an eclectic roster of wrestlers past and present!
Why similar: Sports 86.8%, Retro 8.2%, Indie 5.1%
- #25 Super Arcade Soccer
79% matchMixed56% of 57 reviews2019
Dev: Ruben Alcañiz
Windows · Mac
Classic Football is back with Super Arcade Soccer. Super Arcade Soccer is a fun soccer game with arcade playability; direct, accessible control; and a wide range of actions, such as passing, centering, skill shots…
Why similar: Sports 84.6%, Indie 11.3%, Arcade 4.2%
- #26 Old School Rally
71% matchVery Positive90% of 2,149 reviews2025
Dev: Frozen Lake GamesPub: Astrolabe Games
Windows
Median: 2.1 hrsMean: 5.8 hrs≥1hr: 63%
A nostalgic racing game that combines the charm of classic retro style visuals with the thrill of international rally competitions.
Why similar: Retro 45.8%, Arcade 32.8%, Indie 18.2%, Singleplayer 3.3%
- #27 Active Soccer 3
76% matchMostly Positive75% of 77 reviews2023
Dev: The Fox Software
Windows
Explosive retro arcade action is back! Active Soccer 3 is an exciting retro arcade football game providing a fast-paced arcade experience, implementing amazing playability and responsive easy-to-learn/hard-to-master controls.
Why similar: Sports 91.3%, Arcade 7.9%, Singleplayer 0.7%
- #28 Pinball FX Classic
75% matchVery Positive88% of 5,390 reviews2017
Dev: Zen Studios
Windows
Median: 1.1 hrsMean: 37.2 hrs≥1hr: 51%
Pinball FX Classic is the biggest, most community focused pinball game ever created. Multiplayer matchups, user generated tournaments and league play create endless opportunity for pinball competition.
Why similar: Sports 36%, Local Multiplayer 18%, Retro 16.7%, Casual 15.2%, Arcade 11.8%
- #29 Blacktop Hoops
73% matchVery Positive89% of 775 reviews2024
Dev: Vinci Games
Windows
Blacktop Hoops is the ultimate VR basketball game and sports experience. Embark on a hoops journey in career mode, ball against bots, hang out with friends in online courts, or climb the rankings in competitive pickup games. Do you have what it takes to become the GOAT?
Why similar: Basketball 51.8% ★, Sports 39%, Casual 4.4%, Arcade 4.4%, Singleplayer 0.4%
- #30 Achievements printer
75% matchVery Positive85% of 1,930 reviews2018
Dev: Easy gamePub: Game for people
Windows
Median: 2.0 hrsMean: 6.5 hrs≥1hr: 80%
Achievement printer is simple basketball game. You need swipe the ball towards the hoop to score
Why similar: Sports 73.7%, Casual 15.2%, Indie 11.2%
- #31 Retro Endurance 8bit
72% matchVery Positive100% of 59 reviews2025
Dev: zsKnight
Windows
Created by zsKnight of ZSNES is this really neat retro game collection containing a fun shuffler story mode and a challenging arcade mode. Features 52 different 8bit style games which includes local competitive multiplayer and various different game modes to play and enjoy.
Why similar: Retro 27.2%, Casual 22.5%, Local Multiplayer 20%, Arcade 15.9%, Indie 12%
- #32 Speedball 2 HD
76% matchMixed66% of 670 reviews2013
Dev: Bitmap BrothersPub: Rebellion
Windows
Median: 2.2 hrsMean: 3.9 hrs≥1hr: 95%
Speedball 2 HD is a modern reincarnation on the classic, futuristic cyberpunk sports game Speedball, originally developed by the Bitmap Brothers and first released for the Atari ST in 1990. A brutal mix of handball and ice hockey placed at break-neck pace.
Why similar: Sports 91.4%, Indie 8.6%
- #33 Retro Kart Rush
73% matchVery Positive100% of 59 reviews2022
Dev: kurigamedev
Windows · Linux
Retro Kart Rush is a retro racing game that will transport you back to the 16-bit era. Where friendships were made (or broken) by playing multiplayer games in front of the TV.
Why similar: Sports 60.4%, Local Multiplayer 12.8%, Retro 9.7%, Arcade 8.7%, Casual 8.4%
- #34 Malzbie's Pinball Collection
73% matchMostly Positive79% of 195 reviews2017
Dev: Malzbie Games
Windows
Median: 1.4 hrsMean: 9.8 hrs≥1hr: 54%
Malzbie’s Pinball Collection presents pinball tables in the style of the 1990s. Completely physically calculated gaming features, realistic graphics, stunning sounds and the animated dot matrix display give the feeling of the good old days back to you!
Why similar: Sports 49.8%, Retro 15.6%, Indie 11.6%, Arcade 10.9%, Casual 9.8%
- #35 Campus Legends College Basketball
68% matchVery Positive91% of 79 reviews2025
Dev: Breakaway Interactive
Windows
Experience the ultimate college basketball management game. Take charge as a coach, recruit top talent, develop your team, and compete for national championships. Manage one of 192 teams (or up to 384 when using custom leagues), making strategic decisions to build your basketball dynasty
Why similar: Sports 54.5%, Basketball 44.9% ★, Singleplayer 0.6%
- #36 RoboDunk
69% matchVery Positive96% of 93 reviews2023
Dev: Jollypunch Games
Windows
DUNK FROM SPACE in the 1st basketball roguelite! Smash and blast in the replayable single player and coop campaign: buy robots, upgrade their stats and unlock tons of new skills. Choose your path among different opponents, traps and rewards.. Up to 4 players versus where every match is different!
Why similar: Basketball 48.4% ★, Sports 38.4%, Local Multiplayer 7.5%, Arcade 5%, Singleplayer 0.7%
- #37 Super Bit Blaster XL
69% matchVery Positive94% of 878 reviews2020
Dev: Adamvision Studios
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 2.0 hrsMean: 3.4 hrs≥1hr: 66%
A SUPER throwback to the classic quarter eating arcade games of the 80's. Super Bit Blaster XL is an (even more) enhanced version of the retro styled, addictive, and fast paced arcade shoot 'em up!
Why similar: Casual 37.5%, Retro 31.9%, Arcade 30.6%
- #38 Clutchtime™: Basketball Deckbuilder
67% matchVery Positive80% of 198 reviews2025
Dev: Bigosaur
Windows
Build your perfect deck and become a Champion.
Why similar: Basketball 56.6% ★, Sports 40.1%, Local Multiplayer 2.9%, Singleplayer 0.4%
- #39 Pickup Basketball VR
71% matchMostly Positive78% of 77 reviews2021
Dev: Revog GamesPub: Ron Revog
Windows
Pickup Basketball VR is a multiplayer VR game that lets up to 4 players play in various game modes including 1 v 1, 2 v 2, Horse and 3-point contest. Pickup Basketball VR allows players to compete online with or against friends and players from across the world.
Why similar: Sports 53.7%, Basketball 43.2% ★, Arcade 2%, Singleplayer 1.1%
- #40 Freestyle 2: Street Basketball
70% matchMostly Positive72% of 12,732 reviews2015
Dev: JOYCITY
Windows
Median: 1.5 hrsMean: 21.3 hrs≥1hr: 60%
Freestyle 2: Street Basketball is a fast paced online arcade basketball game. Create your own unique player and compete in the online street league! Use variety of b-ball moves and customize your player! Team up with the best street ballers online and rise to the top!
Why similar: Basketball 54.1% ★, Sports 39.1%, Casual 6.8%
- #41 Ionball 2: Ionstorm
72% matchMixed69% of 673 reviews2014
Dev: Ironsun StudiosPub: KISS ltd
Windows
Median: 3.1 hrsMean: 4.0 hrs≥1hr: 92%
IonBall 2: Ionstorm is an arcade game with a modern 3D twist; re-live the joys and frustrations (in equal measure) of classics games such as Breakout and Arkanoid, in a no holds barred fast action game with stunning 3D environments, awesome effects and a thumping soundtrack.
Why similar: Casual 68.2%, Arcade 21%, Indie 8.5%, Singleplayer 2.4%
- #42 Backyard Football '99
65% matchVery Positive95% of 160 reviews2025
Dev: Mega Cat StudiosPub: Playground Productions
Windows
Backyard Football 1999 is back and now enhanced to run on modern systems. Whether you're picking Jerry Rice or Barry Sanders for your dream team, scoring TDs with Pablo Sanchez, or enjoying the witty banter between Sunny Day and Chuck Downfield, simple controls let anyone pick up and play football!
Why similar: Sports 78.9%, Casual 9.9%, Arcade 6.4%, Retro 4.3%, Singleplayer 0.6%
- #43 Brickochet
70% matchVery Positive96% of 109 reviews2017
Dev: Graham Garven
Windows
Brickochet revitalizes classic brick breaking action in this fast-paced, explosive arcade game that all can enjoy!
Why similar: Casual 39.1%, Indie 27.8%, Retro 16.2%, Arcade 14.6%, Singleplayer 2.3%
- #44 Circuit Superstars
66% matchVery Positive86% of 2,577 reviews2023
Dev: Original Fire Games
Windows
Median: 1.8 hrsMean: 9.1 hrs≥1hr: 59%
Circuit Superstars is a top down racing game with a tactile arcade physics model, pitstops, and a pure motorsport approach. It includes 16 categories that span different styles and eras of motorsport.
Why similar: Sports 53.5%, Local Multiplayer 18.4%, Retro 11.2%, Indie 7.8%, Arcade 7.4%
- #45 Super Arcade Football
68% matchMostly Positive71% of 206 reviews2021
Dev: OutOfTheBit Ltd
Windows · Mac · Linux
Fast-paced, arcade-style football fun with a humorous story mode, local & online multiplayer, global leaderboards, custom tournaments, and crazy modifiers like meteor showers and bears on the pitch... Simple controls will keep you focused on excitement! OST by the great Barry Leitch!
Why similar: Sports 45.2%, Local Multiplayer 16.5%, Retro 12.3%, Casual 9.8%, Arcade 7.9%
- #46 Backyard Soccer '98
63% matchVery Positive96% of 211 reviews2024
Dev: Mega Cat StudiosPub: Playground Productions
Windows
Return to the soccer field with your favorite Backyard athletes! The original Backyard Soccer 1998 is back and now enhanced to run on Steam. Build your roster from among the iconic Backyard Kids. Kick, pass, and score in this classic game that made soccer fun for everyone!
Why similar: Sports 78.3%, Casual 11%, Arcade 6.1%, Retro 4%, Singleplayer 0.6%
- #47 BASEBALL STARS 2
69% 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: Sports 95.5%, Arcade 4.5%
- #48 Exoblast
66% matchMostly Positive79% of 313 reviews2022
Dev: Dreamirl
Windows
Exoblast is a mix of shoot’em up and arcade game, pimped with synthwave and pixelart. Choose your pilot, your ship and join the arena to confront other players in nervous and punitive matches. Impose your gameplay and reach the top of the tower!
Why similar: Sports 53.2%, Retro 16.4%, Local Multiplayer 14.3%, Arcade 9.9%, Indie 6.1%
- #49 Darts and Friends
70% matchMixed43% of 51 reviews2018
Dev: Racing BrosPub: ANPA.US
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 12 minMean: 4.7 hrs≥1hr: 35%
Darts and Friends is a classic darts playing game!
Why similar: Sports 76.4%, Casual 13.7%, Indie 9.9%
- #50 Impossiball
68% matchVery Positive87% of 68 reviews2017
Dev: Dark Duo Games
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 2.9 hrsMean: 3.5 hrs≥1hr: 89%
Imagine Pong with 500 balls instead of 1! You can rotate your bat giving you fine control over which way every ball bounces. There are power-ups to collect including: Invisiball, Inversion and of course IMPOSSIBALL. Up to 4 players can play locally in 3 game modes: IMPOSSIBALL, DODGEBALL & LONEBALL.
Why similar: Sports 68.7%, Retro 10.9%, Casual 10.8%, Arcade 9.7%