- #1 Cricket Captain 2021
97% matchMixed64% of 76 reviews2021
Dev: Childish Things Ltd
Windows
Cricket Captain 2021 takes to the field for a new season, with improved 20 over simulation, super overs, ODI world championship, international captaincy offers and fastest 50s/100s. Domestic systems, squads and kits have also been updated for the 2021 season.
Why similar: Cricket 55.2% ★, Sports 27.4%, Simulation 7.2%, Strategy 5.8%, Management 4.3%
- #2 Cricket Captain 2014
96% matchMixed60% of 58 reviews2014
Dev: Childish ThingsPub: KISS ltd
Windows
Cricket Captain is back for the 2014 season, with a beautiful new interface, updated 3D graphics engine, and all the attention to detail that you expect. Cricket Captain has been hailed as the best cricket management simulation every created, and with one of the most exciting cricket seasons for a decade in prospect, it’s about time you...
Why similar: Cricket 77.8% ★, Sports 22.2%
- #3 Cricket Captain 2022
96% matchMixed64% of 53 reviews2022
Dev: Childish Things Ltd
Windows
Cricket management goes to another level as Cricket Captain 2022 puts you in control. A major re-design of the player aggression system provides greater realism, coaching options and analysis. Limited over matches have been remodelled to give greater balance and reduce collapses.
Why similar: Cricket 69.5% ★, Sports 17.9%, Simulation 6.5%, Strategy 6.1%
- #4 Cricket Captain 2025
95% matchMostly Positive72% of 50 reviews2025
Dev: Childish Things Ltd
Windows
Build your dream team with Cricket Captain 2025. Complete interface overhaul, with easier to use, clean look. New Player Editor for batting, bowling, fielding, aggression and opener type. Match engine update with more accurate 20 Over simulation. Fast-play engine.
Why similar: Cricket 49.1% ★, Sports 34.8%, Strategy 11.4%, Management 4.7%
- #5 Cricket Captain 2019
94% matchMixed66% of 88 reviews2019
Dev: Childish Things Ltd
Windows
Cricket Captain 2019 is the perfect companion for a hugely anticipated cricket season. With the World Cup and Australia in England, and the inaugural test-match championship, old rivalries will be put to the test and new ones created.
Why similar: Cricket 69.5% ★, Sports 21.8%, Simulation 7.2%, Management 1.5%
- #6 Cricket Captain 2020
94% matchMixed68% of 100 reviews2020
Dev: Childish Things Ltd
Windows
Cricket Captain 2020 is the perfect companion if you are missing live matches, as the hugely anticipated season is disrupted. We have created the 2020 season as it was originally intended, including rain-delays in one-day matches, and the new 100 ball competition.
Why similar: Cricket 52.5% ★, Sports 27.8%, Strategy 9%, Simulation 8.3%, Management 2.5%
- #7 Cricket 26 - The Official Game of the Ashes
91% matchMostly Positive78% of 494 reviews2025
Dev: Big Ant StudiosPub: Nacon
Windows
Featuring the all-new Management Career, a bigger and better Pro Team, in-depth Ashes mode, and expanded control on and off the field from enhanced gameplay and in-depth strategies - Cricket 26 is The Ultimate Showdown.
Why similar: Cricket 75.7% ★, Sports 24.3%
- #8 Cricket Captain 2015
93% matchMixed65% of 63 reviews2015
Dev: Childish ThingsPub: KISS ltd
Windows
Median: 3.8 hrsMean: 4.6 hrs≥1hr: 96%
Cricket Captain has long been hailed as the best cricket simulation game ever created and the upcoming launch of Cricket Captain 2015 will take the experience to an all-new level.
Why similar: Sports 71.5%, Simulation 22.1%, Management 6.4%
- #9 Don Bradman Cricket 17
92% matchMixed61% of 264 reviews2017
Dev: Big Ant Studios
Windows
Don Bradman Cricket 17 brings a new revolutionary control system delivering the best batting, bowling and fielding experience by providing you an even greater level of variety and precision of play. You Are Invincible!
Why similar: Cricket 79.1% ★, Sports 17.6%, Simulation 3.3%
- #10 Cricket 19
91% matchVery Positive92% of 4,025 reviews2019
Dev: Big Ant Studios
Windows
A truly global cricket simulation from Big Ant Studios, the leading name in authentic, realistic cricket action, Cricket 19 allows you to take control of your team, from club through national level, and lead them to T20, ODI, or Test Match glory.
Why similar: Cricket 76.9% ★, Sports 20.5%, Simulation 2.6%
- #11 Cricket 22
89% matchVery Positive81% of 1,747 reviews2021
Dev: Big Ant StudiosPub: Nacon
Windows
Cricket 22 delivers the Ashes, the Big Bash, The Hundred, and a multitude of other fan-favourite competitions! All-new mechanics, commentary, and a captivating, narrative driven career mode, will immediately immerse you in the ultimate cricket experience to date.
Why similar: Cricket 70.7% ★, Sports 19.5%, Simulation 6.8%, Management 3%
- #12 Cricket Captain 2016
90% matchMixed66% of 62 reviews2016
Dev: Childish ThingsPub: KISS ltd
Windows
It’s time for cricket fans from around the world to put their cricketing expertise to the test with the most in-depth Cricket Captain game ever made.
Why similar: Sports 75.5%, Simulation 24.5%
- #13 Cricket 24
88% matchMostly Positive80% of 2,405 reviews2023
Dev: Big Ant StudiosPub: Nacon
Windows
Cricket 24 is the culmination of a decade of Cricket video game development and includes teams from every corner of the globe.
Why similar: Cricket 61.2% ★, Sports 34.5%, Simulation 4.2%
- #14 Cricket Revolution
89% matchMixed56% of 126 reviews2009
Dev: Mindstorm Studios
Windows
Cricket Revolution is a multiplayer cricket sports action title for the PC. With innovative gameplay, single and multiplayer game modes, local and global tournaments, and challenging AI opponents that learn from your every move, Cricket Revolution is a cricket gaming experience unlike any other!
Why similar: Cricket 60% ★, Sports 31.7%, Simulation 8.2%
- #15 Ashes Cricket
87% matchVery Positive82% of 509 reviews2017
Dev: Big Ant Studios
Windows
Ashes Cricket is the officially licensed video game of cricket’s greatest rivalry. Bringing all the fast paced action, big hits and skill that you see in the greatest cricket competition on earth, you’ll be able to play in the men’s and women’s 2017/2018 Ashes tours.
Why similar: Cricket 73.6% ★, Sports 26.4%
- #16 Franchise Hockey Manager 6
86% matchMostly Positive78% of 333 reviews2019
Dev: Out of the Park Developments
Windows · Mac
Median: 8.0 hrsMean: 75.9 hrs≥1hr: 91%
Franchise Hockey Manager returns for the 2019-20 season with plenty of additions to the deepest, most authentic hockey strategy gaming experience you can find. Choose one of 32 leagues around the globe and select a team to guide to glory, including a chance at the ultimate prize, the Stanley Cup®.
Why similar: Sports 58.5%, Strategy 18.9%, Simulation 17.8%, Management 4.9%
- #17 Cricket Club
85% matchVery Positive91% of 122 reviews2018
Dev: VersoVR
Windows
Attack, defend, and swing your way to glory in front of a packed crowd at one of the most beautiful cricket venues in the world. Your skills will be pushed to the limit as you face up to a challenging range of bowlers; from slow and steady to fast and frightening
Why similar: Cricket 74.2% ★, Sports 19.3%, Simulation 6.5%
- #18 Franchise Hockey Manager 8
83% 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 67.4%, Strategy 20.3%, Simulation 6.5%, Management 5.9%
- #19 Franchise Hockey Manager 11
82% 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 53.6%, Strategy 18.1%, Simulation 17.7%, Management 10.6%
- #20 RUGBY 20
82% matchMostly Positive71% of 217 reviews2020
Dev: Eko SoftwarePub: Nacon
Windows
Rugby 20 gives you the complete rugby experience! With overhauled tactics management, optimised graphics and more realistic player behaviour, the game is a true reflection of modern rugby.
Why similar: Sports 72.8%, Simulation 23.2%, Management 4.1%
- #21 Franchise Hockey Manager 10
81% matchVery Positive80% of 206 reviews2023
Dev: Out of the Park Developments
Windows · Mac
Franchise Hockey Manager returns for the 2023-24 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 54.2%, Strategy 17.7%, Simulation 17.7%, Management 10.4%
- #22 Franchise Hockey Manager 12
79% 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 55.6%, Strategy 18.3%, Simulation 18%, Management 8.1%
- #23 Franchise Hockey Manager 3
81% matchMixed58% of 98 reviews2016
Dev: Out of the Park Developments
Windows · Mac
Median: 7.0 hrsMean: 15.1 hrs≥1hr: 96%
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 63.3%, Strategy 19.1%, Simulation 17.6%
- #24 Football Manager 26
77% 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: Sports 55.8%, Simulation 18.7%, Strategy 17.1%, Management 8.4%
- #25 Baseball Mogul Diamond
80% matchMostly Positive78% of 50 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: Sports 57.2%, Simulation 17.7%, Strategy 17.6%, Management 7.5%
- #26 iB Cricket
78% matchVery Positive92% of 141 reviews2020
Dev: ProYuga Advanced Technologies Ltd
Windows
A sport with 2.5 billion fans across the world is now in VR as iB Cricket (vSport). Step into immersive world-class stadiums with thousands cheering for you and our realistic physics makes it intuitive to learn within 10 mins. Hone your skills, compete in global tournaments & become a vSport star.
Why similar: Cricket 39.4% ★, Sports 38.1%, Simulation 12.4%, Strategy 10.1%
- #27 Club Soccer Director 2022
76% 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: Sports 56.6%, Simulation 20.3%, Strategy 17.8%, Management 5.3%
- #28 Rugby Union Team Manager 4
75% matchMostly Positive70% of 60 reviews2022
Dev: Alternative Software Ltd
Windows · Mac
The fourth instalment of “The Number 1 Rugby Union Management Game”. Rugby Union Team Manager 4 gives you full control of managing your own Rugby Union team. Training schedules, coaches, physios, scouting, finances, sponsors, facilities and more. MUCH MORE!
Why similar: Sports 52.5%, Simulation 17.2%, Strategy 17.1%, Management 13.1%
- #29 Super Mega Baseball 3
73% matchVery Positive91% of 2,088 reviews2020
Dev: Metalhead Software Inc.Pub: Electronic Arts
Windows
Median: 5.6 hrsMean: 49.7 hrs≥1hr: 66%
Run up the score in a relaxed slugfest or push the limits of your reflexes in this refined baseball simulator. The third entry in the series features all-new Franchise and Online Leagues modes, major graphical enhancements, and on-field additions including pickoffs and situational player traits.
Why similar: Sports 70.5%, Simulation 19.3%, Management 10.2%
- #30 Lords of Football
75% matchMixed52% of 352 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 64.8%, Simulation 17.9%, Strategy 14.8%, Management 2.6%
- #31 Baseball Mogul 2015
74% matchMostly Positive77% of 56 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: Sports 61.2%, Strategy 19.8%, Simulation 19%
- #32 Astonishing Baseball Manager
72% matchVery Positive83% of 83 reviews2022
Dev: AerilysPub: Studio Zero
Windows · Mac
Build your dream lineup, manage a baseball team, sign contracts and live the exciting life of a baseball manager!
Why similar: Sports 53.8%, Strategy 18%, Simulation 15.8%, Management 12.3%
- #33 Pro Cycling Manager 25
70% matchMostly Positive75% of 640 reviews2025
Dev: Cyanide StudioPub: Nacon
Windows
New graphics for an even more realistic simulation. Become a team manager and lead your riders to the top. Choosing sponsors, recruiting riders, managing the race, it's all up to you.
Why similar: Sports 61.3%, Simulation 18.9%, Management 11.4%, Strategy 8.4%
- #34 Franchise Hockey Manager 4
74% matchMixed65% of 146 reviews2017
Dev: Out of the Park Developments
Windows · Mac
Median: 7.6 hrsMean: 7.8 hrs≥1hr: 97%
The Most Hockey Ever! Franchise Hockey Manager 4 is the deepest, most authentic hockey strategy game available. FHM 4 is officially licensed by the NHL®, includes real 2017-18 rosters, packs even more features than any of its predecessors, and takes the series to a whole new level in terms of realism and gameplay.
Why similar: Sports 62.6%, Strategy 19.8%, Simulation 17.5%
- #35 Out of the Park Baseball 26
69% matchVery Positive82% of 788 reviews2025
Dev: Out of the Park Developments
Windows · Mac
26 years of sports gaming excellence! Out of the Park Baseball 26 is here - officially licensed by MLB, the MLB Players Inc. and KBO! This year's brand new version puts you firmly in charge of your favorite baseball franchise. Your team, your way, your rules.
Why similar: Sports 52.7%, Simulation 18.1%, Strategy 17.5%, Management 11.7%
- #36 Franchise Hockey Manager 9
71% 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 56.3%, Strategy 18.5%, Simulation 17.5%, Management 7.7%
- #37 Franchise Hockey Manager 7
71% matchMostly Positive78% of 257 reviews2020
Dev: Out of the Park Developments
Windows · Mac
Franchise Hockey Manager returns for the 2020-21 season with plenty of additions to the deepest, most authentic hockey strategy gaming experience you can find. Choose one of 32 leagues around the globe and select a team to guide to glory, including a chance at the ultimate prize, the Stanley Cup®.
Why similar: Sports 53.1%, Strategy 20.7%, Simulation 16.9%, Management 9.3%
- #38 Rugby Union Team Manager 3
72% matchMixed69% of 61 reviews2020
Dev: Alternative Software Ltd
Windows · Mac
The third instalment of “The Number 1 Rugby Union Management Game”. Rugby Union Team Manager 3 gives you full control of managing your own Rugby Union team. Training schedules, coaches, physios, scouting, finances, sponsors, facilities and more. MUCH MORE!
Why similar: Sports 63.3%, Simulation 15.7%, Strategy 11.4%, Management 9.5%
- #39 Tennis Manager 2024
69% matchMostly Positive78% of 120 reviews2024
Dev: Rebound
Windows · Mac
The courts have missed you, it’s time to sign your comeback and prove yourself as the greatest tennis manager. Tennis Manager 2024 is back and better than ever! Get ready to strategize, train your new wonderkids, and conquer the courts in the most immersive tennis management experience yet!
Why similar: Sports 56.3%, Strategy 16.9%, Simulation 16%, Management 10.8%
- #40 Tennis Manager 2022
70% matchMostly Positive75% of 151 reviews2022
Dev: Rebound
Windows · Mac
Become a tennis manager. Manage your tennis academy and train the next tennis super stars. Even more realistic, with new players and updated potentials. Take the reins in 2022.
Why similar: Sports 52.5%, Simulation 18.1%, Strategy 16.8%, Management 12.6%
- #41 Franchise Hockey Manager 5
71% matchMixed60% of 154 reviews2018
Dev: Out of the Park Developments
Windows · Mac
Franchise Hockey Manager 5 is the only sports strategy game licensed by the NHL ® , including the real clubs, awards, and trophies associated with the greatest hockey league in the world. FHM 5 allows you to build your hockey franchise into a perennial Stanley Cup winner YOUR way, in the current 2018-19 season or back through the entire...
Why similar: Sports 61.8%, Simulation 19.2%, Strategy 19.1%
- #42 Rugby League Team Manager 3
70% 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: Sports 52%, Simulation 17.1%, Strategy 16.7%, Management 14.3%
- #43 Don Bradman Cricket 14
69% matchVery Positive87% of 806 reviews2014
Dev: Big Ant Studios
Windows
The first thing to think about when you start playing Don Bradman Cricket 14 is to forget what you know about Cricket games and start afresh…it's cricket like you've never seen it before!
Why similar: Cricket 80.6% ★, Sports 16.4%, Simulation 3%
- #44 Eastside Hockey Manager
68% matchVery Positive86% of 1,363 reviews2015
Dev: Sports InteractivePub: SEGA
Windows
Median: 42 minMean: 39.5 hrs≥1hr: 46%
EHM offers fans the most realistic, in-depth and immersive simulation of hockey management available, giving them the chance to manage either club or country in any of the world’s top hockey-playing nations.
Why similar: Sports 67.1%, Simulation 22%, Management 10.9%
- #45 Pro Cycling Manager 2022
66% matchVery Positive85% of 705 reviews2022
Dev: Cyanide StudioPub: Nacon
Windows
Median: 5.9 hrsMean: 46.2 hrs≥1hr: 98%
Recruitment, budget, strategy: you make all the decisions. Explore the new system for detecting young potential, new options for customising your experience, a peloton that is more aggressive and much more.
Why similar: Sports 52.3%, Simulation 19.2%, Strategy 15.2%, Management 13.4%
- #46 Tennis Manager 25
65% matchMixed68% of 82 reviews2025
Dev: Rebound
Windows · Mac
Dive into the most advanced tennis management experience to date. Manage your academy, develop your staff and facilities, and recruit the best players from junior to pro, across both men's and women's circuits. Forge the champions of tomorrow and shape the future of tennis!
Why similar: Sports 48.4%, Simulation 22.2%, Strategy 22%, Management 7.3%
- #47 Afghanistan '11
67% matchMostly Positive74% of 401 reviews2017
Dev: Every Single SoldierPub: Slitherine Ltd.
Windows
Median: 2.9 hrsMean: 13.9 hrs≥1hr: 67%
Afghanistan '11 is the sequel to the highly praised and innovative Vietnam '65. It enhances and builds on it: Afghanistan '11 changes the paradigm of wargaming and manages to bring Counter-Insurgency and guerrilla warfare to your screen, properly represented thanks to a revolutionary gameplay formula!
Why similar: Strategy 100%