- #1 Cage Legacy
97% matchNo user reviews2027
Dev: Werner Viljoen
Windows · Linux
Build a struggling MMA gym into a title-winning empire. Scout fighters, negotiate contracts, run training camps, survive the drama, balance every dollar, and work the corner live during fully simulated fight nights. A single-player pixel-art management sim.
Why similar: Sports 37.1%, Economy 19.8%, Martial Arts 17.4% ★, Strategy 9%, Management 5.6%
- #2 Club Chairman
96% match2 user reviews0% of 2 reviews2026
Dev: Ashina Games
Windows · Mac · Linux
You're not the manager, you're the CHAIRMAN. Hire and fire managers, survive transfer windows, and keep the ultras out of the boardroom. Bankroll Barcalana, dodge bankruptcy, and try not to get voted out. It's football without all that annoying running.
Why similar: Sports 37.6%, Text-Based 17.4%, Economy 13.9%, Strategy 11%, Simulation 9.9%
- #3 Marvelous Soccer Management
96% matchNo user reviews2026
Dev: JV Interactive
Windows
Climb from the lower divisions to glory. Marvelous Soccer Simulation is a single-player football management sim — fast seasons, leagues and cups, tactics, transfers, and match nights built for drama. Early Access.
Why similar: Sports 40.1%, Text-Based 23.5%, Economy 15.1%, Simulation 11.9%, Strategy 4.8%
- #4 OPEN GUARD
95% match4 user reviews100% of 5 reviews2026
Dev: Goyski
Windows
The first Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu gym management simulation. Build an academy, sign fighters, develop them through the belt ranks, and compete from local opens to world championships. Every save tells a different story.
Why similar: Sports 44.5%, Martial Arts 22.9% ★, Text-Based 14.9%, Simulation 11.8%, Strategy 4.8%
- #5 Irish Sport Manager
94% matchNo user reviews2027
Dev: Loophead Labs
Windows
The first management sim for Gaelic football, hurling, camogie and ladies football. Take a county, name your fifteen from the parishes that produced them, and answer to a board that remembers everything. Four codes on one calendar, and a September that stops the country.
Why similar: Sports 27.7%, Economy 14.4%, Moddable 14.3% ★, Realistic 9.6%, Strategy 7.8%
- #6 MMA Empire
94% matchPositive81% of 21 reviews2026
Dev: Satchmoe Studios
Windows · Mac
Unique MMA Management-Style Game. Compete against rival promotions, expand your roster, and build your Empire!
Why similar: Sports 36.7%, Martial Arts 22.8% ★, Text-Based 21%, Simulation 11.5%, Management 7.3%
- #7 Football Coach: College Dynasty
92% 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: Sports 42%, Text-Based 17.6%, Realistic 12.8%, Simulation 10.4%, Management 6.4%
- #8 Gladiator Manager
93% matchMostly Positive78% of 116 reviews2021
Dev: Eternity Games
Windows
Gladiator Manager is a sports management and tactical battle simulation game.
Why similar: Sports 51.1%, Strategy 16%, Simulation 12.5%, Text-Based 11.1%, Fighting 5.1% ★
- #9 Football Academy Director
91% matchNo user reviews2026
Dev: Merla Interactive
Windows
Take charge of a football academy, from U11 prospects to the U19 academy team. Scout and recruit young talent, choose youth camps and training camps, shape squads and tactics, climb the Youth League pyramid, and chase league title and World Youth Cup glory.
Why similar: Sports 43.3%, Text-Based 14.9%, Economy 12.4%, Strategy 10.4%, Simulation 8.6%
- #10 Statto Complete Basketball
91% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Statto Software
Windows · Linux
Take control of your own basketball world where you are the head coach, general manager, and commissioner!
Why similar: Sports 43%, Text-Based 20.9%, Simulation 11.4%, Moddable 11.1% ★, Strategy 8.5%
- #11 Racing Series Manager
90% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Ivan Wolf
Windows
A fresh take on classic racing management games. Gameplay focuses on off-track team leadership—tune your car, negotiate with drivers and staff, secure sponsors, and engage in tech espionage.
Why similar: Sports 43.2%, Economy 14.4%, Strategy 12.7%, Simulation 11.4%, Moddable 9.8% ★
- #12 Track Star
89% matchPositive85% of 40 reviews2026
Dev: Goose Hollow Games
Windows
Four years of high school track & field is just the start. Earn a college scholarship, compete at the highest level, and define your legacy. Choose your specialty, build your athlete, and beat your rivals on the way to greatness.
Why similar: Sports 48.3%, Text-Based 24.7%, Simulation 12.8%, Management 5.3%, Choices Matter 4.4%
- #13 Water Polo Manager 2026
89% matchNo user reviews2026
Dev: BOSSMADE Games
Windows
Build a water polo club from the office to the pool deck. Manage tactics, transfers, scouting, training, finances, match days, and long-term squad development in an offline single-player sports management simulation.
Why similar: Sports 41.7%, Text-Based 14.7%, Economy 12.3%, Strategy 12.3%, Simulation 10.9%
- #14 Pro Baseball: Franchise Builder
88% matchNo user reviews2027
Dev: Rainey Studios
Windows
Take control of a professional baseball franchise and build a winner through the draft, trades, free agency, and player development. Customize your league, manage your farm system, track history, and lead your club to a Championship Series.
Why similar: Sports 48.9%, Text-Based 22.8%, Strategy 14.3%, Simulation 13%, Singleplayer 1%
- #15 Global Soccer: A Management Game 2019
87% matchMostly Negative36% of 14 reviews2019
Dev: Forever Young Games
Windows
In Global Soccer: A Management Game 2019 there are no restrictions, the whole world becomes playable! The 210 playable nations and the 4000+ playable clubs guarantees truly infinite hours to play.
Why similar: Sports 29.8%, Economy 23.5%, Text-Based 20.1%, Strategy 7.6%, Management 7.4%
- #16 World of Mixed Martial Arts 3
86% matchMostly Positive71% of 158 reviews2015
Dev: Grey Dog SoftwarePub: Viva Media
Windows
Median: 18 minMean: 26.5 hrs≥1hr: 41%
Step into the world of MMA in World of Mixed Martial Arts 3. In this simulation title, you control every aspect of the MMA world. Take control of an MMA company and run it the way you want. Decide who to hire, what matches will take place, and who doesn't make the cut!
Why similar: Sports 62.1%, Martial Arts 18.4% ★, Simulation 13.5%, Management 6%
- #17 Pure College Football
86% matchNo user reviews2026
Dev: Reck-it Warehouse
Windows
Build your college football dynasty and compete for control. Master NIL recruiting, develop your coaching staff, and manage demanding boosters. Play solo or battle in online dynasties with up to 32 real players.
Why similar: Sports 44.7%, Text-Based 14.3%, Economy 12.8%, Strategy 11.4%, Simulation 9.3%
- #18 PROMOTER: The Fight Game
85% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Langa Publishing
Windows
Can you run and build your boxing promotional empire from the ground up? Sign fighters, build shows, sell the hype, and outmanoeuvre rival promoters in a fully simulated boxing world. You're not the fighter. You're the power behind them.
Why similar: Sports 45.6%, Economy 19.7%, Text-Based 13.4%, Simulation 9.5%, Fighting 5.8% ★
- #19 MMA Sim King
84% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Cyan Sun
Windows
Run your own MMA promotion! Sign fighters, book events, build stars, and compete against rival promotions in a deep mixed martial arts simulation world.
Why similar: Sports 33.9%, Martial Arts 27.1% ★, Text-Based 18.7%, Simulation 11%, Choices Matter 5%
- #20 WBS26 Wrestling Booker Simulator
84% matchNo user reviews2026
Dev: Maksym LohvynenkoPub: WBS Lamadu Studio
Windows
WBS26 is a wrestling promotion management simulator where you control shows, rosters, contracts, titles, finances, and backstage drama. Build stars, create rivalries, survive crises, and shape the future of your promotion. #BookItBetter
Why similar: Sports 30.5%, Economy 21.8%, Text-Based 18.6%, Moddable 8.7% ★, Management 7.2%
- #21 BFM 26
83% 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 48%, Text-Based 14.1%, Strategy 12.2%, Simulation 10.5%, Moddable 7.3% ★
- #22 Matchday Manager
82% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Lucky Conker Games
Windows
Pure football management stripped to its essence. Build your squad, develop talent, and dominate the league. No press conferences, no social media just tactical decisions that matter. Inspired by the golden age of text-based management sims.
Why similar: Sports 33.7%, Text-Based 16.6%, Simulation 12.9%, Moddable 11.1% ★, Strategy 9.7%
- #23 Axis Football 2027
82% 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 40%, Moddable 16.1% ★, Strategy 10.9%, Economy 10.1%, Simulation 8.9%
- #24 Draft Day Sports: Pro Football 2022
81% matchMixed57% of 28 reviews2021
Dev: Wolverine Studios
Windows
Draft Day Sports: Pro Football 2022 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: Sports 47.4%, Text-Based 20.3%, Strategy 13.9%, Simulation 12.4%, Management 5.4%
- #25 FuturePuck Manager
79% match1 user reviews100% of 1 reviews2026
Dev: Drudeshore
Windows
FuturePuck Manager™ is a sci-fi sports management simulator set in a humanity-settled star system in the year 3037, putting players in the hotseat to guide their team to glory. Assemble your squad from an array of species in your bid to conquer the Alpha League or claim victory in the Wondrous Cup.
Why similar: Sports 54.8%, Text-Based 17.6%, Strategy 14.5%, Management 8.4%, Simulation 4.1%
- #26 LemonFC - Der Fußball-Manager
80% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Lemoncookie Studios
Windows
A football manager like they used to make: negotiate with clubs, players and sponsors, keep your dressing room, your board and your private life from falling apart — and follow every match in a live ticker with drama and a wink. Deep simulation with humour and heart. German language only.
Why similar: Sports 46.4%, Economy 16%, Text-Based 13.7%, Simulation 12.3%, Management 6.7%
- #27 Retro Soccer Manager Sim 89
78% match1 user reviews100% of 1 reviews2025
Dev: NEXUS ODYSSEY HOLDINGS LLC
Windows
Retro Soccer Manager Sim 89 is a tribute to the golden age of management sims, a love letter to text-based immersion. Every week presents a new set of challenges and a deeply satisfying gameplay loop where your decisions truly matter.
Why similar: Sports 43.1%, Text-Based 16.1%, Economy 13%, Strategy 11.8%, Simulation 9.6%
- #28 World Basketball Manager 2
79% 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 61.5%, Strategy 16.7%, Simulation 13%, Management 8.8%
- #29 Franchise Hockey Manager 12
76% matchMostly Positive78% of 134 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 32%, Text-Based 19.7%, Economy 13%, Strategy 9.1%, Moddable 9.1% ★
- #30 Australian Football Coach 2023-24
77% matchPositive87% of 38 reviews2023
Dev: Statto Software
Windows · Linux
Coach your way to the premiership flag! Australian Football Coach 2023 comes packed with new features including local multiplayer and a database update.
Why similar: Sports 48.7%, Text-Based 19.7%, Moddable 10.9% ★, Simulation 7.8%, Management 7.8%
- #31 Sim: World Cup Manager
76% match2 user reviews100% of 2 reviews2026
Dev: Jfsimgames
Windows
Take charge of your nation from a world of 202 teams and chase international glory. Build your squad, master deep tactics and live sideline shouts, unearth wonderkids in your national youth academy, and battle through the World Cup and Continental Championships in a deep football management sim.
Why similar: Sports 47.5%, Text-Based 17.6%, Strategy 13.9%, Simulation 12.6%, Management 4.4%
- #32 Advance Rise Basketball Manager
78% matchNo user reviews2026
Dev: Quantel Jackson
Windows
AR Basketball is a long-term basketball franchise simulator where team chemistry, economics, fan growth, player personalities, and league history matter just as much as winning championships. Build your organization across 100 seasons and chase multiple paths to greatness.
Why similar: Sports 46.3%, Text-Based 16.6%, Strategy 13.6%, Simulation 12.2%, Management 4.2%
- #33 Ultimate MMA
77% matchMixed49% of 211 reviews2020
Dev: Anton PushkarevPub: gridmaniac
Windows
Ultimate MMA is a mixed martial art fighting game. Fight in the tournament, unlock new moves, create unique fighters and play with friends.
Why similar: Sports 68.6%, Martial Arts 15.4% ★, Fighting 8.2% ★, Realistic 7.7%
- #34 Director of Management: Football Club
75% 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 58.9%, Strategy 17.2%, Simulation 15.7%, Management 7.3%, Singleplayer 0.9%
- #35 Football Owner 2025
75% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Harmonia Games
Windows
Take charge of your football club in Football Owner 2025! Build your dream team, manage finances, make key transfers, and lead your club to glory. Can you handle the pressure and become the ultimate football owner?
Why similar: Sports 47.1%, Economy 16.1%, Text-Based 11.2%, Strategy 9.1%, Simulation 8.8%
- #36 Boxing Tycoon
74% matchNo user reviews2026
Dev: BLLN Sports Group
Windows
Become the ultimate boxing promoter. Sign and develop fighters, negotiate contracts, create major fight nights and build a promotion worthy of the Boxing Tycoon name.
Why similar: Sports 37.5%, Text-Based 13.7%, Economy 12.3%, Martial Arts 11.5% ★, Simulation 9.5%
- #37 Gridiron Manager 2026
74% matchNo user reviews2026
Dev: Plotfun
Windows
Build a career across professional and college American football as both head coach and general manager. Shape the roster, control the cap, recruit the next class, build your playbook and make the calls on game day in a living football world that never waits for you.
Why similar: Sports 38.9%, Economy 19.8%, Text-Based 13.5%, Strategy 9.2%, Management 6.5%
- #38 World Boxing Manager
73% 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 58.4%, Strategy 18%, Simulation 13.5%, Management 10%
- #39 Futuball - Future Football Manager Game
73% matchMostly Positive72% of 78 reviews2020
Dev: Trophy Games
Windows
Clone the best football stars and manage your dream team.
Why similar: Sports 63.4%, Strategy 19.5%, Simulation 15.4%, Management 1.7%
- #40 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 38.7%, Text-Based 19.1%, Strategy 11.1%, Moddable 9.9% ★, Simulation 8.6%
- #41 Elysium: Blood Games
73% matchMixed61% of 212 reviews2016
Dev: SimProse StudiosPub: Conglomerate 5
Windows
Median: 3.4 hrsMean: 6.0 hrs≥1hr: 95%
Enter a world of blood, influence and secrets in this easy to learn, yet deep strategy sim where you control a group of Gladiators, guiding them through combat and competition. Bribe, gamble and slash your way to an arena championship!
Why similar: Sports 60.5%, Strategy 13%, Text-Based 11.4%, Simulation 10.4%, Management 4.7%
- #42 Total Esports Action Manager
72% 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 66.1%, Strategy 19.4%, Simulation 14.5%
- #43 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 69%, Strategy 17.7%, Simulation 13.3%
- #44 Bowl Bound College Football
71% 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 65.4%, Strategy 20.2%, Simulation 14.4%
- #45 Handball Manager - TEAM
71% 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 66.2%, Strategy 18.6%, Simulation 15.2%
- #46 Executive Hockey
70% 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 64.6%, Strategy 19.9%, Simulation 15.5%
- #47 Speedway Club Manager 25
67% matchVery Positive91% of 103 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 47.2%, Text-Based 19.6%, Economy 15.2%, Moddable 14.2% ★, Resource Management 3.2%
- #48 FC Tycoon 2027
70% matchNo user reviews2026
Dev: Darkwave Studios
Windows
A data-driven football management simulation where you control every aspect of your club’s journey — from tactics, scouting, and player development to finances, facilities, and legacy. Build your philosophy, shape your destiny, and lead your team to greatness.
Why similar: Sports 44%, Text-Based 21.1%, Simulation 12.2%, Strategy 10.8%, Management 8%
- #49 Rush B: Esports Manager
69% matchNo user reviews2026
Dev: Lazy Penguin Studios
Windows
Take control of a fps esports team and lead them from underdogs to world champions. Scout talent, develop players, manage personalities, and adapt your strategy in a deep, realism-driven management sim. Are you ready to break records and leave your mark on the esports world?
Why similar: Sports 31.5%, Economy 11.5%, Strategy 11.1%, Simulation 9.6%, Text-Based 9.3%
- #50 MMA Executive
69% matchMixed55% of 11 reviews2019
Dev: Vectormatrix Limited
Windows
Welcome to MMA Executive, where styles make fights, and where brute force meets technical precision. You will need to build up a powerful gym filled with the best prospects, experienced veterans and inspirational coaches to establish your reputation and succeed within the MMA economy.
Why similar: Sports 44.3%, Martial Arts 25.4% ★, Strategy 13.7%, Simulation 10.7%, Management 6%
- #51 Non-League Football Manager
69% matchNo user reviews2026
Dev: Black Cannon Studios
Windows · Mac · Linux
Manage one of over 1,000 real non-league clubs through the English football pyramid. Day jobs, ground grading, gate receipts, cup runs, and a world where clubs can fold around you. Football management at its most real.
Why similar: Sports 44.3%, Text-Based 14.2%, Strategy 12.9%, Simulation 12.3%, Realistic 10.8%
- #52 Promo Wrestling World
66% match2 user reviews100% of 10 reviews2026
Dev: DreamXscape Studios
Windows
The most customizable wrestling management game is in your hands. Run or build your wrestling promotion. Sign talent, book matches and storylines, build stars, and watch rivals grow, wrestlers grow old, have kids, and their bloodline continue on.
Why similar: Sports 36.6%, Text-Based 24.2%, Economy 19.2%, Simulation 14%, Management 5.4%
- #53 Australian Football Coach 2020
68% 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 63.8%, Strategy 18.3%, Simulation 14.6%, Management 3.3%
- #54 Media Basket Manager
68% 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 66.6%, Strategy 18.5%, Simulation 13.7%, Singleplayer 1.2%
- #55 Draft Day Sports: Pro Basketball 2018
68% 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 59.2%, Strategy 18.3%, Simulation 14.3%, Management 8.3%
- #56 Starters Orders Classic Horse Racing
67% 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 64.7%, Strategy 19.6%, Simulation 15.7%
- #57 American High School Basketball Dynasty
65% match1 user reviews100% of 1 reviews2026
Dev: Westfall and Sons Studios
Windows
Take the clipboard and build a high school basketball dynasty. Out-scheme your rivals, develop your players, and climb from a small program to a 5A powerhouse across a living world of three divisions, where the right game plan can win you a state title one possession at a time.
Why similar: Sports 47.7%, Text-Based 18.4%, Strategy 14%, Simulation 12.6%, Management 3.9%