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Games Like Club Manager 2016

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In Club Manager, you will take on the role of an up-and-coming football manager. Start with a team in the 8th league or take over an existing team from the higher leagues and lead your team towards victory. Club Manager returns to the virtues of classic soccer managers with a focus on the…

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In Club Manager, you will take on the role of an up-and-coming football manager. Start with a team in the 8th league or take over an existing team from the higher leagues and lead your team towards victory. Club Manager returns to the virtues of classic soccer managers with a focus on the essentials.

Reviews: Mixed — 54% — of 99 reviews
Released: 2015-11-19
Developer: BigBlaze Games
Publisher: 2tainment GmbH
Genres: Simulation, Sports, Strategy
Platforms: Windows

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    97% matchMostly Negative32% of 510 reviews2022
    Dev: 2tainment
    Windows

    You are more than a coach. You are the undisputed club boss. Are you ready to dominate the league with your team in this re-imagining of the classic sports management franchise? Could you be the next manager sensation? Prove it!

    Why similar: Football (Soccer) 26.1%, Grand Strategy 12.7%, Sports 12.5%, Management 7.8%, Trading 7.6%

  2. #2 WE ARE FOOTBALL
    94% matchMostly Positive77% of 1,447 reviews2021
    Dev: Winning Streak GamesPub: THQ Nordic
    Windows
    Median: 5.3 hrsMean: 34.3 hrs≥1hr: 90%

    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: Football (Soccer) 53%, Sports 23.6%, Management 9.2%, Strategy 5.6%, Simulation 5.2%

  3. #3 Football Manager 26
    94% matchMostly Negative32% of 30,190 reviews2025
    Dev: Sports InteractivePub: SEGA
    Windows · Mac
    Median: 56.1 hrsMean: 110.5 hrs≥1hr: 96%

    Step into the dugout and experience the future of football management.

    Why similar: Football (Soccer) 45.3%, Sports 26.5%, Management 10.7%, Simulation 8.6%, Strategy 7.7%

  4. #4 Football, Tactics & Glory
    93% matchVery Positive88% of 4,156 reviews2018
    Dev: Creoteam
    Windows
    Median: 10.8 hrsMean: 45.3 hrs≥1hr: 90%

    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: Football (Soccer) 29.9%, Sports 11.9%, Moddable 9.5%, Management 9.2%, Economy 8.8%

  5. #5 Boeckham's Football Manager
    90% matchVery Positive93% of 54 reviews2025
    Dev: Bitbeast Games
    Windows

    An old-school football manager in the style of the management games of the 90s. Lead your team through the seasons, shaped by dynamic story events. Develop your club and yourself to gain reputation and conquer your league and the world.

    Why similar: Football (Soccer) 28.3%, Sports 18.2%, Turn-Based Strategy 11.3%, Turn-Based Tactics 10.2%, 1990's 10.2%

  6. #6 Football Academy Manager
    87% matchNo user reviews93% of 168 reviews2026
    Dev: Hubi
    Windows

    Run your own football academy. Scout and discover young talents, evaluate their potential, manage their development through training, and negotiate transfers with clubs to grow your prestige and influence.

    Why similar: Football (Soccer) 39.6%, Sports 18.3%, Management 14%, Economy 11.4%, Tactical 8.5%

  7. #7 Football Club Management 2023
    89% matchMixed51% of 158 reviews2022
    Dev: Go Play Games Ltd
    Windows

    Take control of a Real Football Club or create your own club, in Football Club Manager 2023 a fast-paced Football Club Management Game. Download Football Club Manager 2023 now for FREE & start your Football management journey.

    Why similar: Football (Soccer) 45.8%, Sports 19.8%, Management 11.8%, Tactical 7.6%, 2.5D 6.2%

  8. #8 Player's Eleven
    88% matchVery Positive83% of 52 reviews2020
    Dev: Green Pitch Gaming
    Windows

    You're the manager and it's your team. Play Player's Eleven now! Run the club of your choice or work your way up from the bottom to the top. Extensive editing options available.

    Why similar: Football (Soccer) 49.5%, Sports 20.8%, Management 16.7%, Simulation 8.3%, 2D 3%

  9. #9 Soccer Manager 2026
    85% matchMostly Positive74% of 3,230 reviews2024
    Dev: Invincibles Studio Ltd
    Windows
    Median: 1.0 hrsMean: 7.9 hrs≥1hr: 51%

    Manage elite football clubs and lead your dream team as a football manager!

    Why similar: Football (Soccer) 46.9%, Sports 19.2%, Management 13.2%, Tactical 7.6%, Simulation 6.4%

  10. #10 Tennis Manager 2021
    84% matchMostly Positive77% of 232 reviews2021
    Dev: Rebound
    Windows · Mac
    Median: 5.7 hrsMean: 6.7 hrs≥1hr: 94%

    Do you have what it takes to become the greatest tennis manager? Enter your academy, manage your team, plan your training, schedule your tournaments, change your game plans and discover the new young guns. Take the reins, make the right decisions, become the very best!

    Why similar: Football (Soccer) 32.1%, Sports 28.4%, Management 17.8%, Simulation 8.8%, Strategy 8.2%

  11. #11 Club Soccer Director 2022
    84% matchMixed66% of 110 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: Football (Soccer) 35.5%, Sports 33.3%, Simulation 11.7%, Strategy 9.9%, Management 8.5%

  12. #12 WE ARE FOOTBALL 2024
    82% matchVery Positive80% of 1,002 reviews2024
    Dev: Winning Streak GamesPub: HandyGames
    Windows
    Median: 6.4 hrsMean: 48.6 hrs≥1hr: 75%

    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: Football (Soccer) 34.8%, Sports 15%, Moddable 10.5%, Management 9.7%, Economy 9.2%

  13. #13 New Star™ Manager
    81% matchVery Positive87% of 514 reviews2018
    Dev: New Star Games Ltd.Pub: Five Aces Publishing Ltd.
    Windows · Mac
    Median: 6.5 hrsMean: 99.1 hrs≥1hr: 85%

    This is soccer management like you’ve never experienced it - Be more than just a player, be the head, the heart, and backbone of New Star FC. Be the Manager.

    Why similar: Football (Soccer) 46.4%, Sports 30.1%, Management 12.1%, Simulation 11.3%

  14. #14 Regista: Reign Your Football Club
    78% matchMostly Positive74% of 82 reviews2025
    Dev: dicehit
    Windows · Mac · Linux

    Reign Your Football Club! Be the owner of your football club, make strategic choices, and climb through the amateur league to the first while making hard decisions to set everything in line for your club.

    Why similar: Football (Soccer) 47.1%, Sports 19.5%, Management 14.1%, Choices Matter 6.6%, Simulation 6.5%

  15. #15 League Manager 2023
    79% matchMixed42% of 150 reviews2023
    Dev: AG SOFTPub: AG SOFT
    Windows

    Complete your own squad, try to win the league, and experience a thrilling win in the World Championship. The journey to E-Sport League glory awaits.

    Why similar: Sports 25.5%, Moddable 14.2%, Management 13.9%, Turn-Based Tactics 9.9%, Simulation 8.4%

  16. #16 Football Club Simulator - FCS #21
    80% matchMixed65% of 287 reviews2016
    Dev: Dinamic GamesPub: FX Interactive
    Windows
    Median: 1.0 hrsMean: 18.4 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: Football (Soccer) 35.1%, Sports 14.9%, Trading 11.9%, Management 9.6%, Economy 9%

  17. #17 Striker Manager 3 - Online Football Manager
    76% matchMostly Positive76% of 83 reviews2024
    Dev: UPLAY Online
    Windows

    Join the online Football Revolution and become the best Manager ever. Striker Manager 3 represents the nextgen of Football Manager games. Control all the management tools that Striker Manager 3 puts at your fingertips to take your team to the top.

    Why similar: Sports 29.6%, Football (Soccer) 25.4%, Grand Strategy 20.9%, Strategy 9%, Simulation 8.2%

  18. #18 CFS (Chinese Football Simulator)
    74% matchMostly Positive75% of 221 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: Football (Soccer) 39.7%, Sports 17.9%, Moddable 13.6%, Trading 11.5%, Management 10.5%

  19. #19 NUTMEG! A Nostalgic Deckbuilding Football Manager
    72% matchVery Positive91% of 141 reviews2026
    Dev: Sumo DigitalPub: Secret Mode
    Windows

    NUTMEG! is a nostalgic football manager game with a deckbuilding twist, set in the '80s and '90s. Relive the days when the tackles were as hard as the mullets were long and football was about football.

    Why similar: Football (Soccer) 42.9%, Sports 17.2%, Management 9.7%, Simulation 6.7%, Tactical 5.5%

  20. #20 Speedway Club Manager 25
    72% matchVery Positive91% of 89 reviews2025
    Dev: Marcin DopierałaPub: Speedway Club Manager
    Windows

    Take on the role of a speedway club manager and lead your team to championship glory! Sign your dream riders, secure sponsorship deals, upgrade your facilities, and develop young speedway talents!

    Why similar: Sports 61.5%, Economy 16.2%, Moddable 14.9%, 2D 5.9%, Singleplayer 1.5%

  21. #21 Pocket League Story
    73% matchVery Positive90% of 181 reviews2022
    Dev: Kairosoft Co.,Ltd
    Windows

    Train your team to battle to the top in this sensational soccer team simulation!

    Why similar: Football (Soccer) 52%, Sports 21.3%, Simulation 6.8%, Management 6.1%, Strategy 5.9%

  22. #22 Pro Gamer Manager 2
    78% matchVery Negative14% of 166 reviews2017
    Dev: Millenway
    Windows · Mac · Linux
    Median: 12 minMean: 54 min≥1hr: 17%

    Pro Gamer Manager 2 is an e-sport simulator game. Create, manage and compete with your own team of Pro Gamers. Conquer all obstacles and become the number one team in the world!

    Why similar: Sports 47.9%, Management 18.6%, Simulation 17.4%, Strategy 16.1%

  23. #23 Club Soccer Director 2021
    75% matchMixed61% of 154 reviews2020
    Dev: Go Play Games Ltd
    Windows

    Take control of a Real Football Club or create your very own club in Club Soccer Director 2021 a new super realistic football club management game.

    Why similar: Football (Soccer) 63.4%, Sports 32.9%, 2D 2%, Singleplayer 1.7%

  24. #24 Football School
    74% matchMostly Positive75% of 89 reviews2020
    Dev: Raptor Claw Games
    Windows

    Football School - Take control of a sports club in a small town. Train your team, compete and climb the world ranking. Management game made by the developers of Boxing School.

    Why similar: Football (Soccer) 36.7%, Sports 14.5%, Strategy 13%, Simulation 12.2%, Management 10.8%

  25. #25 Handball Manager 2021
    73% matchVery Positive87% of 82 reviews2021
    Dev: netmin games
    Windows

    Finally state of the art handball management. Prove yourself as a manager and trainer in the daily business of professional handball.

    Why similar: Sports 25.2%, Management 13.4%, Economy 12%, Turn-Based Tactics 11.1%, Turn-Based Strategy 10.9%

  26. #26 Teamfight Manager
    71% matchVery Positive87% of 5,795 reviews2021
    Dev: Team Samoyed
    Windows · Mac
    Median: 8.4 hrsMean: 14.4 hrs≥1hr: 92%

    Teamfight Manager is a simulation game where you are the coach of an e-sports team. You must manage players to set them up for matches. Make the best of pick & ban by evaluating the characteristics of the champions/players! A smart strategy can make up for a lack of individual player skills.

    Why similar: Management 39.8%, Simulation 20%, Sports 16.7%, Turn-Based Tactics 9.2%, Strategy 5.4%

  27. #27 Franchise Hockey Manager 12
    69% matchVery Positive81% of 97 reviews2025
    Dev: game54 SoftwarePub: Out of the Park Developments
    Windows · Mac

    Franchise Hockey Manager returns for the 2025-26 season with plenty of additions to the deepest, most authentic hockey strategy gaming experience you can find. Choose from teams around the globe and select a team to guide to glory, including a chance at the ultimate prize, the Stanley Cup®.

    Why similar: Sports 27.5%, Turn-Based Strategy 16.1%, Management 10.8%, Moddable 9.4%, Economy 9.2%

  28. #28 Franchise Hockey Manager 9
    70% matchVery Positive83% of 235 reviews2022
    Dev: Out of the Park Developments
    Windows · Mac

    Franchise Hockey Manager returns for the 2022-23 season with plenty of additions to the deepest, most authentic hockey strategy gaming experience you can find. Choose from teams around the globe and select a team to guide to glory, including a chance at the ultimate prize, the Stanley Cup®.

    Why similar: Sports 28.3%, Turn-Based Strategy 14.8%, Turn-Based Tactics 12.8%, Management 10.5%, Strategy 8.8%

  29. #29 Franchise Hockey Manager 8
    70% matchVery Positive80% of 203 reviews2021
    Dev: Out of the Park Developments
    Windows · Mac

    Franchise Hockey Manager returns for the 2021-22 season with plenty of additions to the deepest, most authentic hockey strategy gaming experience you can find. Choose from teams around the globe and select a team to guide to glory, including a chance at the ultimate prize, the Stanley Cup®.

    Why similar: Sports 42.1%, Turn-Based Strategy 14.6%, Strategy 12%, Turn-Based Tactics 10.8%, Management 9.9%

  30. #30 Pro Basketball Manager 2025
    69% matchMostly Positive70% of 177 reviews2024
    Dev: Umix Studios
    Windows · Mac

    Suit up and become the manager of a basketball team. You’ll have all the managerial tools you’ve come to expect in a manager game, scouting, facilities, training and more. Will you put emphasis on coaching or player development? Success is only the result of your decisions both on and off the court.

    Why similar: Sports 33.8%, Trading 16.3%, Management 15.8%, Strategy 8.3%, Simulation 7.1%

  31. #31 Hockey Manager 20|20
    71% matchMixed67% of 93 reviews2020
    Dev: netmin games
    Windows

    Enjoy the state of the art hockey management. Prove yourself as a manager and coach in the day-to-day business of ice hockey and lead your favorite club to fame and fortune.

    Why similar: Sports 19.6%, Grand Strategy 19%, Management 13.3%, Economy 12.5%, Turn-Based Tactics 12.3%

  32. #32 SEGA FOOTBALL CLUB CHAMPIONS
    68% matchMostly Negative32% of 637 reviews2026
    Dev: SEGA
    Windows

    Powered by Football Manager ™, featuring more than 5,000 real player data from FIFPRO™. Allowing you to compete in J League, K League, and more! Become the manager of your club and bring your team to global superstars.

    Why similar: Football (Soccer) 43%, Sports 31.2%, Simulation 11%, Modern 6.9%, PvE 3.6%

  33. #33 Goalgetter
    68% matchVery Positive83% of 98 reviews2023
    Dev: netmin games
    Windows

    In the first-person football career simulator, you can make your dream of becoming a top striker in one of the major European leagues come true. You are a young, talented striker. Now, you have the opportunity to play professional football.

    Why similar: Football (Soccer) 39.6%, Sports 17.8%, Turn-Based Tactics 11.7%, Economy 11%, Management 9%

  34. #34 Pro 11 - Football Manager Game
    69% matchMostly Positive75% of 359 reviews2020
    Dev: Trophy Games ApS
    Windows
    Median: 2.5 hrsMean: 12.6 hrs≥1hr: 67%

    Become the best football manager. Join Pro 11 and claim the championship!

    Why similar: Football (Soccer) 36.8%, Sports 36.7%, Strategy 10.3%, Simulation 9.8%, Management 6.5%

  35. #35 Esports History
    66% matchMostly Positive78% of 383 reviews2024
    Dev: Quantum Gear Studios
    Windows

    Esports History is an RPG sim where you start as a regular guy, and work your way up to the very top of esports. Defeat bosses in tournaments, make a name for yourself within the esports community, and become a real pro!

    Why similar: Sports 26.3%, Management 20.1%, Turn-Based Tactics 17.1%, Simulation 9.1%, Strategy 8.5%

  36. #36 Football Referee Simulator
    65% matchVery Positive91% of 482 reviews2024
    Dev: Vladimir Pliashkun
    Windows
    Median: 1.2 hrsMean: 6.0 hrs≥1hr: 51%

    Football Referee Simulator—the groundbreaking game that puts you in the referee's shoes! Are you ready to kickstart your career in the lower divisions and ascend to legendary status by overseeing thrilling finals?

    Why similar: Football (Soccer) 51.1%, Sports 36.2%, Simulation 8.5%, 2D 3%, Singleplayer 1.2%

  37. #37 Open Wheel Manager 2
    66% matchVery Positive76% of 107 reviews2024
    Dev: Paprikash GamesPub: MicroProse Software
    Windows

    The ultimate racing management sim - Strategize, customize, refine to create your racing edge. Hire, research, win sponsors and attract the best drivers all while managing every aspect of your 90’s race team.

    Why similar: Sports 29.8%, Management 21.6%, Moddable 12.5%, Strategy 7.7%, Simulation 6.6%

  38. #38 Pro Basketball Manager 2026
    65% matchMostly Positive76% of 84 reviews2025
    Dev: Umix Studios
    Windows · Mac

    Lead your club to greatness in Pro Basketball Manager 2026! The Basketball Champions League arrives with 53 licensed teams, putting you in charge of every decision as you aim to dominate both domestic and continental basketball.

    Why similar: Sports 28.8%, Management 18.9%, Moddable 13%, Simulation 9.7%, Strategy 9.3%

  39. #39 Football Coach: College Dynasty
    63% matchOverwhelmingly Positive95% of 1,422 reviews2025
    Dev: Coach Apps
    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: Sports 46.5%, Management 18.5%, Simulation 15.7%, Turn-Based Tactics 7.9%, Choices Matter 5.6%

  40. #40 Franchise Hockey Manager 11
    66% matchMixed70% of 145 reviews2024
    Dev: game54 SoftwarePub: Out of the Park Developments
    Windows · Mac

    Franchise Hockey Manager returns for the 2024-25 season with plenty of additions to the deepest, most authentic hockey strategy gaming experience you can find. Choose from teams around the globe and select a team to guide to glory, including a chance at the ultimate prize, the Stanley Cup®.

    Why similar: Sports 26.1%, Turn-Based Strategy 15.2%, Management 14%, Moddable 12%, Simulation 8.4%

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