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Games Like FIFA 22

60+ similar titles based on shared tags and player behavior. Themes include Sports, Football (Soccer), Multiplayer, Singleplayer.

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Powered by Football™, EA SPORTS™ FIFA 22 brings the game even closer to the real thing with fundamental gameplay advances and a new season of innovation across every mode.

Reviews: Very Positive — 81% — of 120,504 reviews
Released: 2021-10-01
Developer: EA Canada & EA Romania
Publisher: Electronic Arts
Genres: Simulation, Sports
Platforms: Windows
Median playtime: 83.8 hrs
Mean playtime: 194.8 hrs
Players ≥ 1 hr: 96%

Overview

What makes FIFA 22 stand out is its mix of broadcast-style football presentation, controller-friendly match play, and lots of ways to compete solo, online, or on the couch. These recommendations focus first on modern soccer games that recreate that same pick-up-and-play team-sports feel, then widen into arcade and management-heavy football alternatives, and finally a few other polished sports games that can scratch a similar competitive itch.

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  1. #1 EA SPORTS FC™ 25
    97% matchMixed53% of 105,761 reviews2024
    Dev: EA CanadaPub: Electronic Arts
    Windows
    Median: 71.1 hrsMean: 150.0 hrs≥1hr: 97%

    EA SPORTS FC™ 25 gives you more ways to win for the club. Team up with friends in your favourite modes with the new 5v5 Rush, and manage your club to victory as FC IQ delivers more tactical control than ever before.

    Why similar: Football (Soccer) 43%, Sports 13.8%, Competitive 8.8%, eSports 7.8%, Multiplayer 4.8%

    Why You'll Like It: It is the closest direct replacement for FIFA 22, offering the same licensed 11v11 football structure, controller-first gameplay, and deep competitive modes.

  2. #2 Pro Soccer Online
    95% matchVery Positive82% of 27,071 reviews2025
    Dev: Skywall Studios LLC
    Windows
    Median: 5.2 hrsMean: 44.3 hrs≥1hr: 84%

    Pro Soccer Online is a 1st/3rd person, highly skill based, online multiplayer soccer game. It offers a sports game experience unlike any other with smooth, physics based, input driven gameplay that is competitive and rewarding with no pay to win mechanics.

    Why similar: Football (Soccer) 42.1%, Competitive 15%, eSports 12.5%, Sports 11.5%, Team-Based 6.6%

    Why You'll Like It: It emphasizes grounded team play, manual control, and competitive online football in a way that appeals to players who like FIFA's more serious matches.

  3. #3 eFootball™
    96% matchMixed50% of 109,940 reviews2021
    Dev: KONAMI
    Windows
    Median: 2.5 hrsMean: 50.1 hrs≥1hr: 67%

    Step up and experience the exhilarating soccer game that has now surpassed 1 billion downloads! Play eFootball™ with users around the world!

    Why similar: Football (Soccer) 49.5%, eSports 9.1%, Sports 8.9%, Local Multiplayer 6%, Local Co-Op 5.8%

    Why You'll Like It: This is the biggest current alternative in realistic soccer, with free-to-play head-to-head play, real clubs, and a similarly simulation-leaning feel.

  4. #4 REMATCH
    94% matchMixed68% of 48,244 reviews2025
    Dev: Sloclap
    Windows
    Median: 23.2 hrsMean: 57.3 hrs≥1hr: 96%

    Rematch is an online multiplayer football game. Control one player and compete with your team in fast-paced 5v5 matches from an immersive third-person perspective. Team up with your friends and join the action.

    Why similar: Football (Soccer) 49.3%, Sports 13.6%, eSports 12.1%, Online Co-Op 5.9%, Multiplayer 5.9%

    Why You'll Like It: Its multiplayer-first football action captures the competitive intensity and player-skill focus that many FIFA players enjoy, even with a more action-oriented camera and control style.

  5. #5 Captain Tsubasa: Rise of New Champions
    94% matchMostly Positive72% of 6,448 reviews2020
    Dev: TAMSOFT CORPORATIONPub: BANDAI NAMCO Entertainment
    Windows
    Median: 3.5 hrsMean: 19.9 hrs≥1hr: 72%

    Captain Tsubasa: Rise of New Champions is an arcade football game bringing a refreshing look to the football genre with the exhilarating action and over the top shots that made the license famous. Defy The Laws of Football Become Legend

    Why similar: Football (Soccer) 56.2%, Sports 16.3%, Competitive 9.6%, Multiplayer 6.2%, Online Co-Op 4.2%

    Why You'll Like It: Though much more arcade and anime-inspired, it still offers satisfying team-based soccer matches, versus play, and big-play momentum swings.

  6. #6 Soccer Online: Ball 3D
    92% matchVery Positive84% of 10,577 reviews2017
    Dev: Unusualsoft
    Windows · Mac
    Median: 2.8 hrsMean: 12.3 hrs≥1hr: 67%

    Multiplayer soccer simulator. Control one player. Play online or with bots.

    Why similar: Football (Soccer) 42.6%, Sports 13.7%, Competitive 12.2%, eSports 10.1%, Team-Based 5.8%

    Why You'll Like It: This is a strong online soccer alternative if you mainly want team coordination, controller play, and competitive multiplayer over licenses or presentation.

  7. #7 Golazo! Soccer League
    91% matchVery Positive81% of 239 reviews2020
    Dev: Purple Tree S R LPub: Purple Play LLC
    Windows
    Median: 1.2 hrsMean: 3.5 hrs≥1hr: 53%

    Golazo is a dynamic arcade football game with a medium-sized fields, no fouls and offsides whistled. Just pure fun!

    Why similar: Sports 22.7%, eSports 22.4%, Football (Soccer) 14.4%, Local Co-Op 10.5%, Local Multiplayer 8.9%

    Why You'll Like It: Its easy-to-learn arcade football and couch-friendly matches make it a good lighter alternative to FIFA's local multiplayer fun.

  8. #8 Golazo! 2
    90% matchMostly Positive75% of 145 reviews2022
    Dev: Purple Tree S R L
    Windows
    Median: 30 minMean: 6.8 hrs≥1hr: 32%

    Dynamic arcade football game with medium-sized fields, no fouls, and offsides whistled. Add street gameplay to this mix to have just pure fun & action!

    Why similar: Football (Soccer) 53%, Sports 12.1%, Local Co-Op 9.5%, Local Multiplayer 9.5%, PvP 4.2%

    Why You'll Like It: It keeps the same accessible arcade soccer formula while adding more modes and polished casual match play for quick football sessions.

  9. #9 Street Power Football
    91% matchMixed40% of 89 reviews2020
    Dev: SFL InteractivePub: Microids
    Windows

    Sick style and high-energy action come together in this arcade-style football experience. Face off against street football legends or friends in a variety of over-the-top game modes and playgrounds, unleashing tricks and crushing Super Powers as you grow your status to become Street King.

    Why similar: Football (Soccer) 67%, Sports 16.3%, Local Multiplayer 6%, Multiplayer 5.3%, Simulation 4.7%

    Why You'll Like It: It trades stadium realism for street flair, but still centers on skill-based soccer matches, local competition, and flashy controller-driven play.

  10. #10 Super Arcade Soccer 2021
    89% matchMixed53% of 59 reviews2021
    Dev: Ruben Alcañiz
    Windows · Mac

    SUPER ARCADE SOCCER 2021 combines the best of today’s technology and classic retro games.Use your best skills and tailor your strategy to beat the competition.If you loved games like Sensible Soccer or Kick-Off, this game is a must-have.

    Why similar: Football (Soccer) 45.2%, Sports 14%, Local Multiplayer 8%, Team-Based 7.4%, Local Co-Op 6.6%

    Why You'll Like It: It offers straightforward, energetic soccer gameplay that works well for players who love FIFA's instant competitive matches more than its realism.

  11. #11 Pixel Cup Soccer - Ultimate Edition
    88% matchVery Positive85% of 959 reviews2022
    Dev: BATOVI Games
    Windows · Mac · Linux
    Median: 9.8 hrsMean: 9.9 hrs≥1hr: 90%

    Pixel Cup Soccer is a retro-style arcade game. Play friendly matches, tournaments or create your team and lead it to glory in career mode! You can play it alone or with up to 8 friends, locally or through Steam remote, you can choose whether to play competitively, cooperatively, or even both!

    Why similar: Football (Soccer) 42.5%, eSports 11.6%, Sports 10.8%, Competitive 9%, Local Multiplayer 7.5%

    Why You'll Like It: This one strips football down to fast, readable action while keeping the same core pleasures of passing, shooting, and competing with friends.

  12. #12 Kopanito All-Stars Soccer
    89% matchVery Positive85% of 2,760 reviews2016
    Dev: Merixgames
    Windows · Mac · Linux
    Median: 3.3 hrsMean: 6.1 hrs≥1hr: 83%

    Fast-paced football game without a referee on the pitch and with crazy super-powers! It may not look serious, but we guarantee, that it is. Kopanito’s match engine is well-balanced and entirely skill-based.

    Why similar: Football (Soccer) 57.8%, Sports 19.4%, Local Multiplayer 9%, Local Co-Op 7.2%, Multiplayer 4%

    Why You'll Like It: Its arcade spin on football is great for local multiplayer sessions, keeping the sport's flow and excitement even without sim realism.

  13. #13 WE ARE FOOTBALL 2024
    86% matchVery Positive80% of 1,010 reviews2024
    Dev: Winning Streak GamesPub: HandyGames
    Windows
    Median: 6.5 hrsMean: 50.4 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) 54.9%, Sports 14.2%, Local Multiplayer 9.6%, PvP 6%, Multiplayer 5.8%

    Why You'll Like It: This leans hard into the club-building and season-management side of football, making it a strong pick for FIFA players who spend lots of time off the pitch too.

  14. #14 Active Soccer 3
    87% matchMostly Positive75% of 77 reviews2023
    Dev: The Fox Software
    Windows

    Explosive retro arcade action is back! Active Soccer 3 is an exciting retro arcade football game providing a fast-paced arcade experience, implementing amazing playability and responsive easy-to-learn/hard-to-master controls.

    Why similar: Football (Soccer) 58.4%, Sports 25.6%, Local Co-Op 5.7%, PvP 4.2%, Multiplayer 2.9%

    Why You'll Like It: This is a retro-styled but mechanically familiar football game that still scratches the same team-sports and match-management itch.

  15. #15 Maximum Football
    84% matchMixed62% of 1,344 reviews2025
    Dev: Maximum Entertainment
    Windows
    Median: 1.0 hrsMean: 6.1 hrs≥1hr: 50%

    Forge your legacy in Maximum Football, where you can play both college and pro football in one shared universe. Recruit the next college superstar and take them into the pros to become a future Hall of Famer. Build your team with unparalleled in-game customization that gives you ultimate control.

    Why similar: Sports 42.7%, Local Multiplayer 18.5%, Multiplayer 12.3%, Simulation 7.5%, Realistic 6.3%

    Why You'll Like It: It is another team-sports sim focused on play calling, on-field execution, and multiplayer competition, which overlaps well with FIFA's broader sports appeal.

  16. #16 New Star™ Manager
    86% matchVery Positive87% of 516 reviews2018
    Dev: New Star Games Ltd.Pub: Five Aces Publishing Ltd.
    Windows · Mac
    Median: 6.7 hrsMean: 96.7 hrs≥1hr: 86%

    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) 66.2%, Sports 25.7%, Simulation 8.1%

    Why You'll Like It: It combines football management, player development, and club decisions in a lighter package that can appeal to Career Mode fans.

  17. #17 Football, Tactics & Glory
    85% matchVery Positive88% of 4,187 reviews2018
    Dev: Creoteam
    Windows
    Median: 10.8 hrsMean: 45.8 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) 57.2%, Sports 13.5%, Local Multiplayer 10.6%, Multiplayer 5.7%, Local Co-Op 5.1%

    Why You'll Like It: If Career Mode squad-building is part of the appeal for you, this offers a smart football-focused alternative with more emphasis on strategy and roster decisions.

  18. #18 Football Referee Simulator
    82% matchVery Positive91% of 495 reviews2024
    Dev: Vladimir Pliashkun
    Windows
    Median: 1.2 hrsMean: 5.8 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) 55.7%, Sports 24%, eSports 14.9%, Simulation 4.7%, Singleplayer 0.7%

    Why You'll Like It: It is far less like FIFA in direct gameplay, but it still appeals to players who want to stay in the world of football and match-day decision making.

  19. #19 NBA 2K25
    81% matchMixed59% of 42,637 reviews2024
    Dev: Visual ConceptsPub: 2K
    Windows
    Median: 34.2 hrsMean: 100.0 hrs≥1hr: 95%

    Command every court with authenticity and realism Powered by ProPLAY™, giving you ultimate control over how you play in NBA 2K25. Define your legacy in MyCAREER, MyTEAM, MyNBA, and The W.

    Why similar: Sports 24%, eSports 22.1%, Team-Based 8.6%, Local Co-Op 8.2%, PvP 7.5%

    Why You'll Like It: It captures a similar mix of licensed authenticity, controller skill, and deep online and offline competitive modes in another major team sport.

  20. #20 Behold the Kickmen
    84% matchMostly Positive77% of 524 reviews2017
    Dev: Size Five Games
    Windows · Mac
    Median: 36 minMean: 4.1 hrs≥1hr: 41%

    BEHOLD THE KICKMEN is a football game made by someone who has no understanding of, or interest in, what is affectionately known as "The Wonderful Game". Start at the bottom of the Big Boring Football Spreadsheet and grind your way up to become the best at the football anyone's ever seen.

    Why similar: Football (Soccer) 63%, Sports 37%

    Why You'll Like It: It is silly and stripped-down, but it still delivers recognizable football match flow for players open to a comedic take on the sport.

  21. #21 Tennis Elbow 4
    79% matchOverwhelmingly Positive96% of 1,009 reviews2026
    Dev: Mana Games
    Windows · Mac
    Median: 6.4 hrsMean: 26.4 hrs≥1hr: 76%

    Created by and for tennis fans, Tennis Elbow 4 is a true tennis simulation built around anticipation, positioning and risk management. Easy to start, demanding to master, it delivers exceptional gameplay depth and long-term progression.

    Why similar: Sports 21.3%, Local Co-Op 14.1%, Online Co-Op 10.1%, eSports 9.8%, Local Multiplayer 8.7%

    Why You'll Like It: Its realistic, skill-based sports gameplay is a good fit if what you really want from FIFA is tight controller precision and competitive mastery.

  22. #22 Axis Football 2024
    82% matchMostly Positive71% of 210 reviews2023
    Dev: Axis Games
    Windows · Mac · Linux

    Axis Football is a simulation-style football game featuring the industry's best franchise mode, massive customization, and realistic gameplay.

    Why similar: Sports 41.8%, Realistic 13.8%, Immersive Sim 13%, Simulation 11.6%, Local Multiplayer 6.6%

    Why You'll Like It: Its emphasis on team control, tactics, and match execution makes it a reasonable alternative if you enjoy structured sports sims beyond soccer.

  23. #23 Cricket 24
    81% matchMostly Positive80% of 2,436 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: Sports 42.3%, Local Co-Op 12.5%, Multiplayer 12.3%, Local Multiplayer 11.5%, PvP 8.1%

    Why You'll Like It: It is another modern sports sim built around licensed presentation, match authenticity, and online competition, just in a different field sport.

  24. #24 Super Mega Baseball™ 4
    80% matchMostly Positive79% of 1,403 reviews2023
    Dev: Metalhead Software Inc.Pub: Electronic Arts
    Windows
    Median: 2.4 hrsMean: 27.2 hrs≥1hr: 67%

    Super Mega Baseball™ 4 is where the Legends play. The signature combo of arcade-inspired style and immersive gameplay returns with over 200 baseball Legends and a grand slam of presentation upgrades.

    Why similar: Sports 39%, eSports 16%, Multiplayer 14.3%, Family Friendly 10.4%, PvP 9.6%

    Why You'll Like It: This has the same easy-to-pick-up but hard-to-master sports rhythm that makes FIFA's exhibition and multiplayer matches so replayable.

  25. #25 Rugby 25
    79% matchMostly Negative38% of 557 reviews2025
    Dev: Big Ant StudiosPub: Nacon
    Windows

    Experience the Rugby 25 rush! From local club clashes to the grandest international championships, lifelike gameplay, strategic depth, and heart-stopping action ensure every match is a battle and every victory earned on the path to immortality.

    Why similar: Sports 43.2%, Local Multiplayer 19.8%, Realistic 12.3%, Multiplayer 10.6%, PvP 5.3%

    Why You'll Like It: Rugby's team structure, field positioning, and physical momentum swings give it some of the same strategic sports appeal as FIFA.

  26. #26 EA SPORTS FC™ 26
    77% matchMixed47% of 66,172 reviews2025
    Dev: EA CanadaPub: Electronic Arts
    Windows
    Median: 50.0 hrsMean: 102.6 hrs≥1hr: 97%

    The Club is Yours in EA SPORTS FC™ 26. Play your way with an overhauled gameplay experience powered by community feedback, Manager Live Challenges that bring fresh storylines to the new season, and Archetypes inspired by greats of the game.

    Why similar: Football (Soccer) 35.7%, Competitive 11.1%, Sports 8.8%, eSports 8.5%, Local Co-Op 6.9%

  27. #27 Matchpoint - Tennis Championships
    78% matchMixed68% of 215 reviews2022
    Dev: Torus GamesPub: Kalypso Media
    Windows
    Median: 3.5 hrsMean: 8.1 hrs≥1hr: 82%

    The season starts now – grab your racket and become the world’s next tennis champion! Your opponent is on the court and the crowd waits for a promising challenger for the grand finale… Are you ready for Matchpoint?

    Why similar: Sports 28.9%, Competitive 22.6%, eSports 16.8%, PvP 7.2%, Physics 6.1%

    Why You'll Like It: This offers a similarly polished sports-game loop of timing, positioning, and head-to-head play for players willing to leave football behind.

  28. #28 Soccer Manager 2026
    72% matchMostly Positive74% of 3,500 reviews2024
    Dev: Invincibles Studio Ltd
    Windows
    Median: 1.0 hrsMean: 8.6 hrs≥1hr: 50%

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

    Why similar: Football (Soccer) 62.3%, Sports 14.6%, Immersive Sim 5.1%, Realistic 4.9%, Cinematic 4.3%

  29. #29 Football Pitch Simulator
    69% matchVery Positive92% of 183 reviews2025
    Dev: Incipient Day
    Windows · Mac

    Build your own football pitch business. Make repairs, expand your facilities, and attract the interest of football fans.

    Why similar: Football (Soccer) 60.2%, Sports 24.1%, Simulation 9.3%, Multiplayer 5.5%, Singleplayer 1%

  30. #30 IOSoccer
    73% matchVery Positive81% of 2,865 reviews2018
    Dev: IOSoccer Team
    Windows
    Median: 48 minMean: 44.1 hrs≥1hr: 45%

    IOSoccer is a free non-commercial competitive third-person online multiplayer soccer game that offers unparalleled freedom in ball control and gameplay depth.

    Why similar: Football (Soccer) 67.2%, Sports 23.2%, Multiplayer 9.6%

  31. #31 No Fair Play
    70% matchVery Positive90% of 521 reviews2023
    Dev: Self MADev
    Windows
    Median: 1.7 hrsMean: 5.4 hrs≥1hr: 67%

    No Fair Play is a physics-based multiplayer game that combines parkour, combat, and football mechanics to offer great freedom to players.

    Why similar: Football (Soccer) 52.1%, eSports 15.1%, Sports 9.5%, Online Co-Op 7.5%, Multiplayer 6.6%

  32. #32 Dark Roll: Free Kick Challenge
    70% matchVery Positive81% of 1,211 reviews2021
    Dev: Artbarian Games
    Windows
    Median: 42 minMean: 3.7 hrs≥1hr: 39%

    A ball rolling game, where you take football free kicks. Single player challenges, Steam Leaderboards and ranked multiplayer. Free to play.

    Why similar: Football (Soccer) 43.4%, Competitive 14.2%, eSports 12.7%, Sports 9.7%, PvP 5.2%

  33. #33 Rugby 22
    68% matchMostly Positive77% of 493 reviews2022
    Dev: Eko SoftwarePub: Nacon
    Windows

    Crouch, bind, set! Discover the true rugby experience. Play with best clubs and top nations, enjoy dynamic gameplay that stays faithful to the sport, and experience the intensity of big matches.

    Why similar: Sports 27.2%, Competitive 15.5%, eSports 10.8%, Local Multiplayer 10.7%, Realistic 7.6%

  34. #34 Football Manager 26
    65% matchMostly Negative33% of 32,555 reviews2025
    Dev: Sports InteractivePub: SEGA
    Windows · Mac
    Median: 60.7 hrsMean: 131.0 hrs≥1hr: 96%

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

    Why similar: Football (Soccer) 64%, Sports 22.8%, Multiplayer 6.2%, Simulation 6.1%, Singleplayer 0.9%

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