- #1 F1® Manager 2024
97% matchVery Positive82% of 6,233 reviews2024
Dev: Frontier Developments
Windows
Median: 10.1 hrsMean: 35.3 hrs≥1hr: 90%
Lead your team to glory in F1® Manager 2024. A new Formula 1® season has arrived, and with it, the most comprehensive F1® management experience to date. Build a legacy with one of 10 official F1® constructors or create your own team for the very first time.
Why similar: Automobile Sim 14.5%, Time Management 8.8%, Sports 8.6%, Driving 8.5%, Racing 7.2%
Why You'll Like It: The direct successor to the seed game, featuring refined management mechanics and updated team rosters.
- #2 Motorsport Manager
96% matchVery Positive92% of 14,004 reviews2016
Dev: Playsport GamesPub: Miniclip
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 5.8 hrsMean: 41.5 hrs≥1hr: 91%
Have you got what it takes to become the manager of a high-performance motorsport team? Motorsport Manager is a highly detailed, best-in-class management game for fans of motorsport. You’ll hire the drivers, build the cars and embed yourself in the dynamic world of racing.
Why similar: Management 21.9%, Racing 20.4%, Automobile Sim 19.4%, Sports 18.5%, Simulation 10%
Why You'll Like It: The quintessential racing management game that provides the foundational blueprint for the genre.
- #3 GT Manager
96% matchMostly Positive71% of 222 reviews2025
Dev: THE TINY DIGITAL FACTORY
Windows · Mac
Take charge as the ultimate racing manager, leading your GT racing team to victory. Build your team, improve your car, and deploy winning race strategies across 5 official GT leagues, including the pinnacle of endurance racing: the hypercar category! Are you ready to dominate the world of GT racing?
Why similar: Automobile Sim 18.3%, Sports 11.5%, Driving 10%, Racing 8.9%, Immersive Sim 8.8%
Why You'll Like It: Focuses on the management side of GT racing with a similar emphasis on team infrastructure and race-day tactics.
- #4 Golden Lap
94% matchVery Positive86% of 657 reviews2024
Dev: Funselektor Labs Inc.
Windows · Mac
Median: 3.7 hrsMean: 9.2 hrs≥1hr: 80%
Step into the polished shoes of a racing team manager in the heart-stirring Golden Era of motorsport where every decision can lead to glory or gravel. With sleek minimalist charm and deep strategic gameplay, Golden Lap offers a unique experience in the motorsport management genre.
Why similar: Automobile Sim 33.4%, Racing 17.1%, Management 16.3%, Sports 13.6%, Simulation 11%
Why You'll Like It: A retro-styled racing management game that captures the strategic essence of 1970s motorsport.
- #5 Pro Cycling Manager 2024
93% matchMostly Positive75% of 535 reviews2024
Dev: Cyanide StudioPub: Nacon
Windows
Become a sports director, take part in the world's top cycling races and lead your riders to victory. Set race objectives, negotiate contracts, find new sponsors and build your team season after season.
Why similar: Sports 48.6%, Management 19.5%, Realistic 14.8%, Simulation 9.3%, 3D 7.5%
Why You'll Like It: Provides a highly detailed management experience for professional cycling, requiring similar long-term planning and tactical oversight.
- #6 Big Ambitions
90% matchVery Positive93% of 12,519 reviews2023
Dev: Hovgaard Games
Windows · Mac
Median: 10.8 hrsMean: 24.0 hrs≥1hr: 88%
Big Ambitions is a revolutionary role-playing business sim. Go from nothing to the biggest entrepreneur in New York by opening small businesses or slowly building huge corporations any way you like.
Why similar: Management 27.3%, Economy 27.3%, Time Management 15.5%, Immersive Sim 11.5%, Simulation 11.2%
Why You'll Like It: A business management simulator that requires the same level of logistical planning and financial oversight as running an F1 team.
- #7 Draft Day Sports: Pro Basketball 2024
91% match8 user reviews63% of 8 reviews2023
Dev: Wolverine Studios
Windows
Draft Day Sports: Pro Basketball 2024 puts you in the role of general manager of your favorite 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 57.6%, Simulation 21.4%, Strategy 20.6%, Singleplayer 0.4%
Why You'll Like It: A comprehensive management simulator that emphasizes scouting, roster building, and tactical coaching.
- #8 Software Inc.
89% matchVery Positive94% of 7,637 reviews2015
Dev: Coredumping
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 13.9 hrsMean: 45.6 hrs≥1hr: 85%
Construct and design buildings for optimal working conditions. Hire people to design and release software, so you can defeat the simulated competition and take over their businesses. Manage and educate your employees to make sure they are skilled and satisfied with their job.
Why similar: Economy 26.5%, Time Management 24.1%, Management 22.1%, Simulation 12.8%, Strategy 9.2%
Why You'll Like It: Features deep simulation mechanics centered on building a company, managing staff, and optimizing production pipelines.
- #9 Assetto Corsa Competizione
88% matchVery Positive93% of 44,808 reviews2019
Dev: Kunos SimulazioniPub: 505 Games
Windows
Median: 6.2 hrsMean: 56.2 hrs≥1hr: 78%
Assetto Corsa Competizione, the official GT World Challenge videogame. Thanks to the extraordinary quality of simulation, you will experience the atmosphere of the GT3 championship. Compete against official drivers, teams, cars and official circuits reproduced to the highest quality ever seen.
Why similar: Automobile Sim 38.2%, Racing 19.9%, Driving 16.3%, Sports 11%, Simulation 8.1%
Why You'll Like It: A highly realistic racing simulator that provides the technical driving data and physics realism that informs F1 management decisions.
- #10 Game Dev Tycoon
87% matchOverwhelmingly Positive95% of 44,663 reviews2013
Dev: Greenheart Games 💚
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 8.0 hrsMean: 15.4 hrs≥1hr: 94%
In Game Dev Tycoon you replay the history of the gaming industry by starting your own video game development company in the 80s. Create best selling games. Research new technologies and invent new game types. Become the leader of the market and gain worldwide fans.
Why similar: Management 43.9%, Simulation 25.4%, Economy 17.9%, Strategy 12.4%, Singleplayer 0.4%
Why You'll Like It: A management simulation that captures the rewarding loop of growing a business through strategic research and development.
- #11 Two Point Hospital
86% matchVery Positive92% of 34,380 reviews2018
Dev: Two Point StudiosPub: SEGA
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 5.5 hrsMean: 34.9 hrs≥1hr: 89%
Design stunning hospitals, cure peculiar illnesses and manage troublesome staff as you spread your budding healthcare organisation across Two Point County.
Why similar: Management 47.7%, Simulation 34.6%, Strategy 11.8%, Family Friendly 3.3%, Tactical 2.2%
Why You'll Like It: While thematicly different, it shares the core management loop of optimizing complex systems and staff efficiency.
- #12 Le Mans Ultimate
85% matchMostly Positive79% of 16,064 reviews2025
Dev: Studio 397
Windows
Median: 16.2 hrsMean: 59.3 hrs≥1hr: 90%
Le Mans is a continually evolving story... powered by emotion, speed and glory. Le Mans Ultimate - the official game of the FIA World Endurance Championship and 24 Hours of Le Mans.
Why similar: Automobile Sim 33.7%, Racing 22.6%, Driving 16.6%, Realistic 8.1%, Sports 7.6%
Why You'll Like It: Focuses on endurance racing, offering a realistic look at the technical challenges and team coordination required in professional motorsport.
- #13 Planet Coaster
86% matchVery Positive91% of 71,331 reviews2016
Dev: Frontier Developments
Windows · Mac
Median: 4.3 hrsMean: 22.2 hrs≥1hr: 77%
Planet Coaster® - the future of coaster park simulation games has arrived! Surprise, delight and thrill incredible crowds as you build your coaster park empire - let your imagination run wild, and share your success with the world.
Why similar: Management 24%, Economy 19%, Simulation 18.9%, Family Friendly 13.7%, Realistic 11.9%
Why You'll Like It: Focuses on the intricate management and design of a large-scale attraction, requiring constant attention to detail and resource allocation.
- #14 Forza Motorsport
84% matchMixed50% of 12,190 reviews2023
Dev: Turn 10Pub: Xbox Game Studios
Windows
Median: 22.1 hrsMean: 88.6 hrs≥1hr: 96%
Compete in over 500 cars on 30 world-famous tracks – now featuring the legendary Fujimi Kaido! Play the new 20th Anniversary Tour and obtain special rewards.
Why similar: Automobile Sim 24.4%, Driving 15.6%, Sports 15.6%, Racing 13.8%, Immersive Sim 7.5%
Why You'll Like It: A polished racing simulator that emphasizes the technical side of vehicle performance and track mastery.
- #15 GRID Legends
84% matchMostly Positive75% of 3,701 reviews2022
Dev: CodemastersPub: Electronic Arts
Windows
Median: 7.1 hrsMean: 21.4 hrs≥1hr: 91%
GRID Legends delivers thrilling wheel-to-wheel motorsport action. Create dream race events, hop into live races, experience a dramatic virtual production story, and embrace the sensation of spectacular racing.
Why similar: Automobile Sim 26.6%, Sports 19.5%, Driving 19.4%, Racing 16.6%, Simulation 5.5%
Why You'll Like It: Offers a more accessible racing experience while maintaining a focus on team progression and career growth.
- #16 Cities: Skylines
82% matchVery Positive93% of 286,936 reviews2015
Dev: Colossal OrderPub: Paradox Interactive
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 10.0 hrsMean: 65.0 hrs≥1hr: 87%
Cities: Skylines is a modern take on the classic city simulation. The game introduces new game play elements to realize the thrill and hardships of creating and maintaining a real city whilst expanding on some well-established tropes of the city building experience.
Why similar: Management 24.7%, Economy 22.2%, Simulation 21.7%, Strategy 14%, Realistic 8.1%
Why You'll Like It: A masterclass in complex system management that rewards players for careful planning and infrastructure development.
- #17 WRC 10 FIA World Rally Championship
83% matchMostly Positive72% of 3,424 reviews2021
Dev: KT RacingPub: Nacon
Windows
Median: 3.0 hrsMean: 18.6 hrs≥1hr: 69%
Hailed by reviewers and professional drivers, the standard-setting off-road racing simulation has been reinvented! Reach the 2021 season podium, and to celebrate the 50th anniversary of the competition, relive the highlights at the wheel of legendary cars.
Why similar: Automobile Sim 24.2%, Driving 16.2%, Sports 16%, Racing 13.8%, Time Management 11.3%
Why You'll Like It: Provides a realistic rally experience that requires careful vehicle tuning and strategic planning for different stages.
- #18 Automobilista 2
82% matchVery Positive92% of 14,761 reviews2020
Dev: Reiza Studios
Windows · Linux
Median: 5.1 hrsMean: 34.1 hrs≥1hr: 75%
Automobilista 2 is all the racing simulators you ever wanted - in just one. An incredibly diverse collection of cars and tracks cohesively simulated, featuring incredible graphics and audio quality, dynamic weather and track conditions and the best VR support for a racing experience like no other.
Why similar: Sports 25%, Racing 23.4%, Automobile Sim 22.4%, Driving 12%, Simulation 11.6%
Why You'll Like It: A sophisticated racing simulator that offers deep insight into vehicle dynamics and track conditions.
- #19 Project Highrise
81% matchVery Positive85% of 4,730 reviews2016
Dev: SomaSimPub: Kasedo Games
Windows · Mac
Median: 8.7 hrsMean: 32.1 hrs≥1hr: 85%
Project Highrise is a skyscraper construction and management sim...
Why similar: Management 39.5%, Simulation 24.2%, Strategy 19.6%, Economy 14.7%, Base Building 1.5%
Why You'll Like It: Challenges players to manage the complex logistics and tenant satisfaction of a skyscraper, mirroring the multi-faceted management of a racing team.
- #20 Startup Company
81% matchVery Positive81% of 6,175 reviews2020
Dev: Hovgaard Games
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 6.0 hrsMean: 19.8 hrs≥1hr: 86%
Startup Company is a business simulation sandbox game where you’re the CEO of a new company. Your job is to build your very own website and compete against the largest tech giants on the planet!
Why similar: Management 35.5%, Economy 29.2%, Simulation 18.9%, Strategy 12.3%, Resource Management 1.4%
Why You'll Like It: A business simulation that focuses on the technical and personnel management aspects of building a successful enterprise.
- #21 DiRT Rally 2.0
78% matchVery Positive89% of 47,344 reviews2019
Dev: Codemasters
Windows
Median: 4.6 hrsMean: 30.4 hrs≥1hr: 74%
DiRT Rally 2.0 dares you to carve your way through a selection of iconic rally locations from across the globe, in the most powerful off-road vehicles ever made, knowing that the smallest mistake could end your stage.
Why similar: Automobile Sim 33%, Racing 22.6%, Driving 15.5%, Sports 13.2%, Simulation 8.1%
Why You'll Like It: Focuses on the extreme technical demands of rally racing, requiring precise vehicle setup and strategic maintenance.
- #22 F1® 25
75% matchVery Positive87% of 22,956 reviews2025
Dev: CodemastersPub: Electronic Arts
Windows
Median: 17.8 hrsMean: 42.3 hrs≥1hr: 96%
Leave your mark on the world of racing in F1® 25, the official video game of the 2025 FIA Formula One World Championship™, featuring a revamped My Team mode, the thrilling third chapter of Braking Point, and more!
Why similar: Racing 26.1%, Sports 25.4%, Automobile Sim 21.4%, Driving 16.1%, Simulation 7.9%
- #23 rFactor 2
79% matchMostly Positive79% of 9,031 reviews2015
Dev: Studio 397
Windows
Median: 2.2 hrsMean: 25.5 hrs≥1hr: 67%
rFactor 2 is a realistic, easily extendable racing simulation that offers race customization, great graphics, outstanding multiplayer and the height of racing realism. It features mixed class road racing with ultra realistic dynamics, an immersive sound environment and stunning graphics.
Why similar: Automobile Sim 37.7%, Racing 19.6%, Sports 15.1%, Driving 10.8%, Simulation 9.4%
Why You'll Like It: Known for its industry-leading physics engine, it is a great tool for understanding the technical side of racing performance.
- #24 iRacing
78% matchVery Positive86% of 6,675 reviews2015
Dev: iRacing.com Motorsport Simulations
Windows
Median: 3.0 hrsMean: 84.2 hrs≥1hr: 58%
We are the world’s premier motorsports racing game. An iRacing membership provides entry into the newest form of motorsport: internet racing. Internet racing is a fun, easy, and inexpensive way for race fan and gamers alike to enjoy the thrill of the racetrack from the comfort of their home.
Why similar: Automobile Sim 34.5%, Racing 22.6%, Sports 14.4%, Driving 13.8%, Simulation 8.4%
Why You'll Like It: The premier competitive racing platform that demands the same level of dedication and technical understanding found in F1 management.
- #25 F1® 24
74% matchMostly Positive73% of 18,873 reviews2024
Dev: CodemastersPub: Electronic Arts
Windows
Median: 16.7 hrsMean: 49.2 hrs≥1hr: 91%
Join the grid and Be One of the 20. Drive like the greatest in EA SPORTS™ F1® 24, the official video game of the 2024 FIA Formula One World Championship™.
Why similar: Automobile Sim 28.7%, Driving 20%, Sports 19.9%, Racing 16.9%, Realistic 7.3%
- #26 Football Manager 26
72% 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 47.6%, Simulation 18.5%, Management 17.4%, Strategy 16.3%, Singleplayer 0.3%
- #27 International Basketball Manager 23
72% matchVery Positive86% of 199 reviews2022
Dev: UPLAY BasketballPub: UPLAY Online
Windows · Mac
Become the basketball manager of the moment and leave your mark by leading your own dynasty. Control all the management tools that International Basketball Manager 23 puts at your fingertips to take your team to the top. Manager, your time has come!
Why similar: Sports 16.6%, Time Management 15.7%, Immersive Sim 11.5%, Economy 10.6%, Management 7.9%
- #28 iRacing Arcade
69% matchMostly Positive73% of 846 reviews2026
Dev: Original Fire GamesPub: iRacing
Windows
Race across global licensed series and build your own racing team to secure your motorsport legacy in this third person arcade racer.
Why similar: Automobile Sim 29.2%, Racing 26.1%, Driving 21.4%, Management 10.4%, Sports 9.2%
- #29 Automobilista
71% matchVery Positive90% of 2,547 reviews2016
Dev: Reiza Studios
Windows
Median: 2.1 hrsMean: 29.6 hrs≥1hr: 59%
AUTOMOBILISTA places you in the driving seat of an advanced racing simulator, featuring elite brazilian racing series along with a wide range of racing vehicles and international tracks for a uniquely diverse motorsports experience.
Why similar: Automobile Sim 41.5%, Racing 22.7%, Sports 16.5%, Simulation 10.8%, Driving 4.5%
- #30 EA SPORTS™ WRC
70% matchMixed62% of 11,061 reviews2023
Dev: CodemastersPub: Electronic Arts
Windows
Median: 14.5 hrsMean: 38.9 hrs≥1hr: 89%
Experience the thrill of the 2024 rally season with new locations, moments, stages, high-performance vehicles, new liveries, and licensed crews. Brace yourself to embark on your continued rally journey.
Why similar: Automobile Sim 37.9%, Sports 24.2%, Racing 22.3%, Simulation 11.4%, Driving 4%
- #31 WRC 8 FIA World Rally Championship
71% matchMostly Positive74% of 2,247 reviews2020
Dev: KT RacingPub: Nacon
Windows
Median: 1.7 hrsMean: 27.2 hrs≥1hr: 60%
The most complete and authentic official WRC simulation yet. New physics for all surfaces, a completely redesigned career mode, dynamic weather conditions, 50 teams, 14 countries, 100 tracks, weekly challenges and an eSports mode…
Why similar: Automobile Sim 22.2%, Driving 14.8%, Sports 14.6%, Time Management 13.7%, Racing 11.1%
- #32 Pro Cycling Manager 2020
70% matchVery Positive87% of 947 reviews2020
Dev: Cyanide StudioPub: Nacon
Windows
Median: 3.5 hrsMean: 12.1 hrs≥1hr: 93%
Become the manager of a cycling team and take them to the top! You will need to manage finances and recruitment, plan your training, implement your strategy and, new for this edition, look after your cyclists and their morale!
Why similar: Sports 27.6%, Management 17%, Realistic 13.1%, Simulation 11.6%, Strategy 9.9%
- #33 Pro Cycling Manager 2023
70% matchMostly Positive77% of 634 reviews2023
Dev: Cyanide StudioPub: Nacon
Windows
Manage a team of professional cyclists: control the budget, recruit young talent, train riders and devise race strategies. Jostle for position to reach the top of the world rankings!
Why similar: Sports 37.1%, Simulation 16.5%, Management 15%, Racing 9.6%, Realistic 9%
- #34 Project Motor Racing
69% matchMostly Negative36% of 2,089 reviews2025
Dev: Straight4 StudiosPub: GIANTS Software
Windows
Median: 2.1 hrsMean: 6.2 hrs≥1hr: 72%
All the passion, beauty & intensity of pro motorsport merging the most iconic cars & circuits with a new benchmark in handling performance.
Why similar: Automobile Sim 26.6%, Sports 16.8%, Driving 15.1%, Racing 14.2%, Immersive Sim 12.4%
- #35 Tour de France 2024
69% matchMostly Positive80% of 173 reviews2024
Dev: Cyanide StudioPub: Nacon
Windows
Claim the Yellow Jersey in the official game of the 2024 Tour de France. Outperform your opponents, push yourself to the limit and show what you can do in the brand new multiplayer mode: Criterium.
Why similar: Sports 30.5%, Management 15.8%, Simulation 12.1%, Realistic 12.1%, Racing 9.5%
- #36 MotoGP™23
68% matchMostly Positive76% of 965 reviews2023
Dev: Milestone S.r.l.
Windows
Median: 3.2 hrsMean: 13.9 hrs≥1hr: 89%
Open the throttle, pass your opponents and cross the finish line: live the dream of being the next champion with the new MotoGP™23, more amazing and challenging than ever!
Why similar: Sports 40.5%, Racing 36.1%, Simulation 17.9%, Realistic 5.3%, Singleplayer 0.2%
- #37 WRC Generations – The FIA WRC Official Game
68% matchMixed68% of 4,499 reviews2022
Dev: KT RacingPub: Nacon
Windows
Median: 3.9 hrsMean: 16.7 hrs≥1hr: 77%
Rise to all the challenges of the most comprehensive, realistic and demanding rally simulation ever developed. Dive into the heart of the action and drive the cars from the 2022 WRC championship, including the new hybrid models.
Why similar: Automobile Sim 29.3%, Racing 20.8%, Driving 16.3%, Realistic 12.7%, Simulation 10.6%
- #38 Tennis Manager 2023
67% matchMostly Positive79% of 194 reviews2023
Dev: Rebound
Windows · Mac
Immerse yourself in the ultimate tennis simulation, where your decisions both on and off the court will shape the destiny of your academy. Be the number 1 manager and become a national Team Captain to lead your team to greatness. Serve your colors and win the World Cup of Tennis!
Why similar: Sports 26.6%, Racing 15.8%, Time Management 14%, Simulation 10.4%, Strategy 9.8%
- #39 Pro Cycling Manager 2021
67% matchMostly Positive79% of 628 reviews2021
Dev: Cyanide StudioPub: Nacon
Windows
Median: 4.1 hrsMean: 24.3 hrs≥1hr: 91%
Manage one of 80 teams in over 260 races and 700 stages. From strategy to recruitment, it's up to you alone to make the best decisions. Experience more realism and authenticity with the new features added for 2021.
Why similar: Sports 25.8%, Management 16.3%, Racing 14.7%, Realistic 12%, Simulation 11.4%
- #40 Tour de France 2023
67% matchVery Positive81% of 165 reviews2023
Dev: CyanidePub: Nacon
Windows
Ride shoulder to shoulder with the best cyclists and show your panache to triumph on the Champs-Elysées in the official video game of the Tour de France 2023! Compete in mountain or flat stages and experience all the action of the Grande Boucle.
Why similar: Sports 29%, Management 17%, Realistic 12.8%, Simulation 12%, Racing 9.5%