- #1 International Football Manager 27
97% matchNo user reviews2026
Dev: UPLAY Online
Windows · Mac
Football doesn't follow a script… and neither does International Football Manager 27. Make decisions, face the consequences, and experience a more exciting, authentic, and unpredictable simulation as you lead your soccer team to the top.
Why similar: Sports 31.8%, Grand Strategy 27.3% ★, Strategy 18.4%, Simulation 15%, Management 4.7%
- #2 Pro Wrestling Tycoon
96% matchNo user reviews2026
Dev: CharmByte, LLC
Windows · Mac
Pro Wrestling Tycoon is a day-by-day wrestling promotion management sim. Book shows, manage contracts and storylines, negotiate network deals, and compete in a living industry of rival companies, news, and backstage drama. Deep modding and Steam Workshop support let you shape the universe.
Why similar: Sports 28.3%, Grand Strategy 27.9% ★, Simulation 17.3%, Strategy 17.2%, Immersive Sim 8.9%
- #3 Dope Wars - The Dopest
95% match2 user reviews50% of 2 reviews2026
Dev: JohnDou
Windows · Linux
Hustle 6 cities. Dodge the cops. Stack millions. The dopest trading game — premium edition, no ads, no IAP, no PTW.
Why similar: Grand Strategy 38.2% ★, Strategy 23%, Simulation 22.1%, Immersive Sim 13.7%, 2D 2.5%
- #4 International Basketball Manager 26
94% matchMostly Positive71% of 35 reviews2025
Dev: UPLAY Basketball
Windows · Mac
Basketball is back in your hands. In International Basketball Manager 26, take full control of your team and lead it to the top. Manage your players, master the tactics, plan every training, and make key signings to shape your club’s future. Every decision counts. Your journey starts here.
Why similar: Sports 33.9%, Grand Strategy 27.8% ★, Strategy 19.3%, Simulation 16%, 2D 2.6%
- #5 Perfect Golf
94% matchMixed66% of 915 reviews2016
Dev: PERFECT PARALLELPub: Perfect.Golf, Inc.
Windows · Mac · Linux
Perfect Golf is a next generation, indie developed, single player and multiplayer golf game. Perfect Golf provides a truly immersive experience centered on stunning visuals and hyper-realistic game play. Don't just play golf - play PerfectGolf!
Why similar: Golf 44.3% ★, Sports 26.5%, Simulation 15.1%, Strategy 14.1%
- #6 Race Performance Manager
93% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Neon Studio
Windows
A deep motorsport management sim where you design, develop and test your own race cars. Lead your team to glory by researching advanced parts, releasing upgrades, training elite drivers and validating your engineering on the track. Turn performance into results and dominate the competition.
Why similar: Grand Strategy 35.4% ★, Simulation 19.4%, Strategy 14.1%, Sports 11.8%, Immersive Sim 10.8%
- #7 Zany Golf
92% match9 user reviews67% of 9 reviews2024
Dev: Chris HarveyPub: Piko Interactive LLC
Windows
Nine of the craziest holes you've ever seen...Each one like a separate arcade game... Featuring Individual music tracks, rich animated background graphics and a host of very unusual obstacles.
Why similar: Golf 33.4% ★, Sports 28.9%, Strategy 15.7%, Simulation 10.7%, Arcade 8.9%
- #8 Jousting Manager
91% match4 user reviews50% of 4 reviews2024
Dev: OUROBOROSSTUDIOPub: RSB SISTEMA
Windows
Jousting Manager allows you to play a sports management game from a new angle. Take control of a medieval jousting team and handle all aspects of the club as you compete to reach the top.
Why similar: Grand Strategy 25.4% ★, Sports 22.9%, Immersive Sim 13.9%, Strategy 12.9%, Simulation 11.8%
- #9 BFM 26
91% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Believr Games Pub: Believr Interactive
Windows
A deep football management simulation where you control tactics, transfers, training, and club development. Build your squad, outsmart rivals, and lead your team to glory.
Why similar: Sports 33.3%, Strategy 17.5%, Simulation 16.9%, Grand Strategy 14.3% ★, Management 8.4%
- #10 Director of Management: Football Club
90% match3 user reviews100% of 3 reviews2026
Dev: Rusthorn
Windows
Run football from the dugout, director's office, boardroom, or federation. Choose from four careers in a living football world. The demo is the full current game with no limits during Early Access. Free to play. Pay to keep.
Why similar: Sports 39.4%, Simulation 24.3%, Strategy 23.8%, Management 8.4%, 2D 3.5%
- #11 TOTALLY BASKETBALL
89% matchNo user reviews
Dev: ZEVO GAMES
Windows
TOTALLY BASKETBALL lets you play the full sport of Basketball in VR!
Why similar: Grand Strategy 28.9% ★, Strategy 18.2%, Simulation 17.2%, Sports 16.1%, Arcade 10.2%
- #12 The Kingdom's Merchant
89% matchNo user reviews2026
Dev: Lantern & Ledger Studios
Windows · Linux
Build your fortune in a living medieval kingdom. Establish shops, manage caravans, master a dynamic economy, and outmaneuver rival merchant houses in single-player or competitive multiplayer as you build the realm's greatest trading empire.
Why similar: Grand Strategy 34.5% ★, Strategy 19.8%, Simulation 18.1%, Immersive Sim 13.7%, Top-Down 4.7%
- #13 Business Manager
88% matchNo user reviews
Dev: TheDiamondMurder
Windows
Create and run your own business, and try climb to the top of the markets by creating leading products and dominating the competition.
Why similar: Grand Strategy 36% ★, Strategy 20.9%, Simulation 20%, Immersive Sim 13.2%, Management 4.7%
- #14 World Boxing Manager
87% matchMixed59% of 136 reviews2016
Dev: Aggroblakh
Windows · Mac · Linux
World Boxing Manager is a game in which you develop and manage the careers of young, hungry boxers desperate for glory. You scout and recruit fighters from a pool of amateurs who come to train at your gym - it's up to you to decide who to mold into championship material.
Why similar: Sports 40.5%, Strategy 25.8%, Simulation 21.7%, Management 11.9%
- #15 World Basketball Manager 2
86% matchMixed55% of 38 reviews2017
Dev: Icehole GamesPub: Strategy First
Windows · Mac
Start an international career as a basketball manager in the ultimate old school sport management game! WBM2 is not just the latest addition to the successful series of basketball management games, but a completely new game, based on a super fast engine and a friendly and simple interface!
Why similar: Sports 43.5%, Strategy 24.4%, Simulation 21.3%, Management 10.7%
- #16 Making the Cut
86% matchNo user reviews2026
Dev: Hedge Media
Windows · Mac · Linux
A deep golf career simulation. Build a player from unknown rookie to world #1 across a 20-year career. Manage your form, your team, your reputation, and your schedule as you climb the world rankings. Inspired by Football Manager and Out of the Park Baseball.
Why similar: Sports 36.7%, Golf 36.4% ★, Simulation 18.5%, Management 7.9%, Singleplayer 0.5%
- #17 Futuball - Future Football Manager Game
85% matchMostly Positive72% of 78 reviews2020
Dev: Trophy Games
Windows
Clone the best football stars and manage your dream team.
Why similar: Sports 44.5%, Strategy 28.4%, Simulation 25.1%, Management 2%
- #18 Draft Day Sports: Pro Basketball 2018
84% matchMixed50% of 16 reviews2017
Dev: Wolverine Studios
Windows
Draft Day Sports: Pro Basketball 2018 puts you in the role of general manager of your favorite professional 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: Sports 41.1%, Strategy 26.2%, Simulation 22.9%, Management 9.9%
- #19 Executive Hockey
83% match8 user reviews50% of 8 reviews2021
Dev: Rally Call Software
Windows
Rally Call Software presents Executive Hockey, a brand new hockey management sim. Be the GM. Be the coach. Be the champion.
Why similar: Sports 45.6%, Strategy 29%, Simulation 25.4%
- #20 Media Basket Manager
82% matchNo user reviews2026
Dev: FR1D
Windows
Take control of every aspect of your club: transfers, tactics, finances, youth academy, facilities, and sponsors. Experience full seasons with real-time simulated matches, make key decisions, and lead your team to victory in the league and other competitions. Single-player game.
Why similar: Sports 46.6%, Strategy 26.8%, Simulation 22.1%, 2D 3.7%, Singleplayer 0.8%
- #21 Idle Golf
82% matchNo user reviews2026
Dev: Jesse Pletcher
Windows
Idle Golf is a laid-back idle game where you upgrade your golfer, unlock powerful balls, and watch the money roll in as shots fly automatically down the range. Retire your runs to earn medals, unlock new gear, and push your earnings further with each swing.
Why similar: Golf 38.6% ★, Sports 23.6%, Strategy 12.7%, Simulation 9.2%, Arcade 5.1%
- #22 Hex Vanguard
81% matchNo user reviews2026
Dev: Silver Ridge Games
Windows
Reclaim the Silver Peak with a party of four. A turn-based hex tactics RPG that's easy to learn and deep to master — read terrain, range, and skills to turn back an advancing army of the dead.
Why similar: Grand Strategy 43.2% ★, Strategy 26.9%, Simulation 26%, 2D 3.4%, Singleplayer 0.6%
- #23 Golf Superstore Simulator
79% match5 user reviews100% of 5 reviews2026
Dev: Shaneoh Games
Windows
Run your own golf superstore from the ground up. Order inventory, stock shelves by hand, set your own prices, and keep customers happy. Grow from a single ball bin to a fully stocked golf empire — one sale at a time.
Why similar: Golf 41.8% ★, Sports 26.3%, Simulation 16.1%, Management 7.1%, Immersive Sim 4.2%
- #24 Strip Club Empire
81% matchNo user reviews
Dev: iCandy Games
Windows
Build and manage the strip club of your dreams in this adults only business simulation. Hire dancers and staff, set prices, keep patrons spending, handle bad behavior, and turn a struggling club into a nightlife empire where every night brings profit, problems, and surprises.
Why similar: Grand Strategy 36.7% ★, Strategy 20.6%, Simulation 19.6%, Immersive Sim 13.7%, Top-Down 5.4%
- #25 Bowl Bound College Football
80% 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 46.6%, Strategy 29.7%, Simulation 23.8%
- #26 Total Esports Action Manager
79% matchMostly Negative38% of 16 reviews2019
Dev: Mighty Games
Windows · Mac
YOU are the manager of a rookie Esports team! Only you can lead them to fame and glory! Recruit star players, balance your budget, train the team to be the best they can be, and become Esports League Champions! Work as a T.E.A.M.!
Why similar: Sports 47.3%, Strategy 28.8%, Simulation 24%
- #27 Pro League Golf Simulator
78% matchNo user reviews
Dev: JC Development Studio
Windows
The deepest golf management sim ever made. Run a dynamic universe, build a fantasy dynasty against customizable AI, or play multiple career modes. A text-based, stats-rich sandbox for the ultimate golf fan.
Why similar: Sports 29.3%, Golf 18.7% ★, Simulation 17.6%, Immersive Sim 14.1%, Strategy 9%
- #28 Handball Manager - TEAM
78% matchMixed63% of 19 reviews2017
Dev: UniqueGames
Windows
Your know how and feeling decides about win or loss. Send your team out for trainingscamps or increase the bonus and motivate your guys for unbelieveable performances. Maintain and enlarge your hall, negotiate with ad partners and if everything runs smoothly enjoy your fame.
Why similar: Sports 47.4%, Strategy 27.4%, Simulation 25.2%
- #29 Booker Blitz
77% matchNo user reviews
Dev: David MoraisPub: David Morais
Windows · Mac · Linux
The wrestling booking sim with live match control. Sit in Gorilla Position and call the shots in real time. Change winners, trigger run-ins, cut matches short. Manage contracts, hire staff, book arenas, and build your promotion from the ground up. Keyboard-first. Fully moddable.
Why similar: Sports 38.5%, Simulation 23.7%, Strategy 23.2%, Immersive Sim 13.9%, Singleplayer 0.6%
- #30 Matchmania Donate
76% matchMixed64% of 22 reviews2025
Dev: Gamesforgames
Windows
An exciting 3Match game
Why similar: Sports 37.2%, Grand Strategy 36.6% ★, Strategy 22.5%, 2D 3.2%, Singleplayer 0.5%
- #31 Australian Football Coach 2020
77% matchMixed66% of 35 reviews2020
Dev: Statto Software
Windows · Mac · Linux
Coach your team to the premiership flag! Australian Football Coach is the premier Aussie Rules Football management game. Manage your players, tactics, and salary cap as you fight for glory!
Why similar: Sports 45.2%, Strategy 26.9%, Simulation 23.9%, Management 4%
- #32 Club Soccer Director 2022
76% matchMixed66% of 115 reviews2022
Dev: Go Play Games LtdPub: Go Play Games Ltd
Windows
Take control of a Real Football Club or create your own club, in Club Soccer Director 2022 a fast-paced Football Club Management Game. Download Club Soccer Director 2022 now for FREE & start your Football management journey.
Why similar: Sports 36.5%, Simulation 21.6%, Strategy 20.7%, Immersive Sim 14.7%, Management 5.8%
- #33 WGT Golf
75% matchMixed62% of 3,323 reviews2020
Dev: World Golf Tour, LLC
Windows · Mac
Median: 36 minMean: 5.0 hrs≥1hr: 35%
Experience iconic golf courses like Pebble Beach, St Andrews and Wolf Creek in the most realistic free golf game, and connect with millions of players all over the world!
Why similar: Sports 47.7%, Golf 25.4% ★, Simulation 24.5%, Strategy 2.1%, Singleplayer 0.3%
- #34 Melstorm game
73% matchVery Positive82% of 65 reviews2025
Dev: ZERO5GAMES
Windows
Tactical defense of the internet star: build barricades, deploy archers, and use explosive weapons to repel the onslaught of chaos fans and carry the blogger through 10 deadly waves.
Why similar: Sports 28.4%, Strategy 27.2%, Grand Strategy 25.5% ★, Simulation 16.5%, 2D 2%
- #35 Starters Orders Classic Horse Racing
75% matchMostly Positive73% of 30 reviews2020
Dev: Strategic Designs Ltd.
Windows
Starters Orders Classic is a new horse racing management game that simulates owning, breeding and racing your own string around the globe. Based on the highly acclaimed Starters Orders 7 simulation engine Starters Orders Classic features a retro style 2D race sequence for both flat and jumps racing!
Why similar: Sports 45.7%, Strategy 28.6%, Simulation 25.7%
- #36 Load Factor
74% matchNo user reviews2026
Dev: FlyWithTom
Windows
Build an airline from a single turboprop to a global empire. Choose your aircraft, routes, schedules, and fares across 3,100 real-world airports, then watch hub-and-spoke networks emerge from an honest demand model. Deep economic strategy. No hand-holding. Just the numbers.
Why similar: Grand Strategy 40% ★, Strategy 23.6%, Simulation 22.6%, Management 6.6%, 2D 3.6%
- #37 Hotel Giant 2
74% matchMixed46% of 310 reviews2010
Dev: Enlight Software Limited, PerspectXPub: Toplitz Productions
Windows
Median: 12 minMean: 4.1 hrs≥1hr: 24%
Following its international success, Hotel Giant is back and bigger than ever. In Hotel Giant 2 you will create the hotel of your dreams and manage prestigious locations around the world. Your goal is to attract as many guests as possible and make sure they are satisfied throughout their stay.
Why similar: Grand Strategy 30% ★, Strategy 16.7%, Simulation 15.3%, Immersive Sim 12.1%, Management 10.1%
- #38 高球王者 GolfKings
72% match6 user reviews83% of 6 reviews2025
Dev: 小如文化
Windows
Golf King: True-to-Life Swing, Creative Play! A uniquely new golf game. Course Mode: A whole new challenge every time! Entertainment Mode: Cyberpunk Rooftop Duel, Tee Shot on Misty Cliffs, Bowling-inspired Putting, and a variety of other creative game modes.
Why similar: Golf 45.3% ★, Sports 22.8%, Strategy 12.8%, Simulation 11.7%, Immersive Sim 7.5%
- #39 March of the Eagles
73% matchMixed67% of 390 reviews2013
Dev: Paradox Development StudioPub: Paradox Interactive
Windows
Median: 1.5 hrsMean: 4.6 hrs≥1hr: 70%
“he Who Fears Being Conquered Is Sure Of Defeat.”The war-game March of the Eagles focuses on the dramatic conflicts of Europe during 1805 to 1820. Explore one of the defining periods in European history with this experience crafted by the masters of Grand Strategy, Paradox Development Studio.
Why similar: Grand Strategy 50.2% ★, Strategy 30.7%, Simulation 19.1%
- #40 Coastal Summit Sports: College Hockey 26
70% matchPositive84% of 19 reviews2026
Dev: Coastal Summit Sports
Windows · Mac
College Hockey 26 is a deep college hockey management simulator where you recruit top prospects, build your roster, and chase national championships.
Why similar: Sports 30.8%, Grand Strategy 18.9% ★, Strategy 17.1%, Simulation 14.2%, Immersive Sim 9.4%
- #41 Gladiator Manager
71% matchMostly Positive78% of 116 reviews2021
Dev: Eternity Games
Windows
Gladiator Manager is a sports management and tactical battle simulation game.
Why similar: Sports 42.5%, Strategy 27.5%, Simulation 24.1%, Management 5.9%
- #42 Pro Rugby Manager 2015
72% matchMostly Negative20% of 168 reviews2014
Dev: CyanidePub: 505 Games
Windows
Take the lead of your favourite rugby union team.Pro Rugby Manager 2015 covers all aspects of the challenges of a real rugby union manager: guarantee sporting success on the field and financial success off it and be the next Champion!
Why similar: Sports 50.6%, Strategy 26.9%, Simulation 22.6%
- #43 Game club "Waka-Waka"
71% matchMostly Positive72% of 98 reviews2019
Dev: FastGame
Windows
Game Club "Waka Waka" [/] - computer club simulator!
Why similar: Sports 43.9%, Strategy 29.9%, Simulation 26.2%
- #44 Football Mogul 15
70% matchMixed67% of 33 reviews2016
Dev: Sports Mogul, Inc.
Windows
Football Mogul 15 is the 12th version of the addictive football simulation game from the makers of Baseball Mogul.This version includes rosters and player ratings for opening weekend of the 2015-2016 season. Enjoy controlling your football franchise in any year from 1970 to 2015.
Why similar: Sports 45.6%, Strategy 27.9%, Simulation 26.4%
- #45 Draft Day Sports: College Basketball 2017
69% matchMixed50% of 12 reviews2017
Dev: Wolverine Studios
Windows
Draft Day Sports: College Basketball 2017 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: Sports 46.1%, Strategy 29.4%, Simulation 24.5%
- #46 Draft Day Sports: Pro Basketball 2017
69% matchMixed41% of 27 reviews2016
Dev: Wolverine Studios
Windows
Draft Day Sports: Pro Basketball 2017 puts you in the role of general manager of your favorite professional 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: Sports 45.6%, Strategy 29%, Simulation 25.4%
- #47 Draft Day Sports: Pro Football 2020
68% matchMixed42% of 24 reviews2019
Dev: Wolverine Studios
Windows
Draft Day Sports: Pro Football 2020 puts you in the role of general manager of your favorite professional 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: Sports 46.3%, Strategy 28.6%, Simulation 25%
- #48 Investment Fund Game
68% matchNo user reviews2026
Dev: 57 Software
Windows
Investment Fund Game is a singleplayer sandbox simulation where you become the manager of an investment fund. Buy stocks, bonds, commodities. Test different investment strategies, track your performance, and compete with AI-driven funds using their own approaches.
Why similar: Grand Strategy 32.9% ★, Simulation 22%, Strategy 16.2%, Immersive Sim 12.1%, Management 9.7%
- #49 Radar Identified
66% matchPositive100% of 15 reviews2026
Dev: Deep Lore Solutions
Windows · Mac
Guide aircraft through real-world upper airspace. Assign flight levels, resolve conflicts, and coordinate handoffs. A realistic en-route ATC simulation with real waypoints, authentic phraseology, voice feedback and weather. Currently featuring German and US airspace — more regions coming soon.
Why similar: Strategy 30.8%, Simulation 29.7%, Immersive Sim 21.5%, Management 10.6%, Resource Management 6.6%
- #50 Axis Football 2027
67% matchNo user reviews2026
Dev: Axis Games
Windows · Mac · Linux
Axis Football 2027 is a complete American Football Simulation featuring fluid gameplay, endless customization, and the industry's best franchise mode.
Why similar: Sports 30.8%, Grand Strategy 24.1% ★, Strategy 17.4%, Simulation 15.8%, Immersive Sim 8.6%
- #51 Very Real Chess
68% match5 user reviews40% of 5 reviews2016
Dev: Zachary Geier
Windows
Play one of the most popular games of all time in Virtual Reality. Sharpen your skills against powerful AI, throw pieces against your opponent, or just teleport around -- all of this and more in Very Real Chess!
Why similar: Sports 46.2%, Strategy 28%, Simulation 25.7%
- #52 Empire Eleven 2026
65% matchPositive82% of 11 reviews2026
Dev: NextStation Games
Windows · Mac
Build your football empire. Scout talent, manage finances, develop tactics and lead your club from obscurity to glory in a deep football management simulation.
Why similar: Sports 34.2%, Simulation 20.5%, Strategy 20.5%, Immersive Sim 10.9%, Management 8.1%
- #53 Draft Day Sports: Pro Basketball 2019
67% matchMostly Negative30% of 10 reviews2018
Dev: Wolverine Studios
Windows
Draft Day Sports: Pro Basketball 2019 puts you in the role of general manager of your favorite professional 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: Sports 47.3%, Strategy 27.5%, Simulation 25.2%
- #54 Golf-Like
66% matchNo user reviews2026
Dev: Sahil Games
Windows
Golf-Like is a skill-focused game that reimagines golf mechanics in a minimal yet unforgiving world. Built around precise shots, clear physics, and deliberate decisions. Easy to learn, hard to master.
Why similar: Sports 36.7%, Strategy 28.5%, Golf 24.5% ★, Top-Down 6.3%, 2D 2.9%