- #1 Hoop Land
97% matchOverwhelmingly Positive97% of 511 reviews2025
Dev: Koality Game
Windows · Mac
Experience the ultimate hoops sim in Hoop Land, a retro-inspired basketball manager with modernized gameplay and fully customizable leagues. Build your legacy, lead a dynasty, or simulate endless seasons from college tournaments to championship trophies!
Why similar: Basketball 43.6% ★, Sports 24.1%, Retro 7.2%, Character Customization 5.3%, Simulation 4.5%
- #2 NBA 2K25
96% 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: Basketball 46.3% ★, Sports 16%, Team-Based 9%, Character Customization 6.6%, Immersive Sim 6.2%
- #3 Fast Break
94% match1 user reviews100% of 1 reviews2021
Dev: AccoladePub: Ziggurat
Windows
The 1989 basketball game in Accolade™'s classic series of sports games features one or two player action, 15 offensive and 5 defensive pro-style plays, and the ability to design your own plays.
Why similar: Basketball 53.9% ★, Sports 22.6%, Retro 8.1%, Simulation 4.7%, Multiplayer 3.4%
- #4 Storm The Court
94% matchNo user reviews
Dev: 26k
Windows
The ultimate college basketball experience! Recruit high school phenoms, upset the top ranked team on your home floor, and cut down the nets every March after winning the national championship!
Why similar: Basketball 44.3% ★, Sports 16.6%, Moddable 15.3% ★, Character Customization 9.1%, Simulation 4.4%
- #5 NBA BOUNCE
89% matchPositive84% of 19 reviews2025
Dev: Unfinished Pixel SLPub: Outright Games Ltd.
Windows
Step onto the court with your favorite NBA team and mascots. Dribble, dunk, unlock gear, and play solo or with friends in fun game modes.
Why similar: Basketball 48.4% ★, Sports 25%, Character Customization 9.6%, Team-Based 9.5%, PvP 4.5%
- #6 Olympic Basketball
89% match5 user reviews80% of 5 reviews2020
Dev: Pix Arts
Windows · Mac
Dribble, slam, dunk, score and win the Olympics!
Why similar: Basketball 51.4% ★, Sports 27.1%, Local Multiplayer 7.5%, Multiplayer 5.9%, PvP 3.3%
- #7 Hardwood Basketball Manager
88% matchNo user reviews2026
Dev: Mythic Flux Foundry
Windows
Hardwood Basketball Manager is a basketball simulation where you build and manage a professional franchise. Set detailed tactics for every possession, scout prospects through the Foundry draft combine, negotiate trades and free agent signings, and watch it all unfold in a 2D tactical visualizer.
Why similar: Basketball 51.5% ★, Sports 20%, Moddable 16.1% ★, Simulation 5.2%, Management 4.3%
- #8 Pro Basketball Manager 2025
87% matchMixed70% 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: Basketball 46.8% ★, Sports 22.6%, Immersive Sim 13%, Moddable 7.8% ★, Management 4.1%
- #9 NBA THE RUN
86% matchNo user reviews2026
Dev: Play by Play Studios
Windows
Take your favorite NBA stars to iconic streetball courts around the world, in this fast-paced, online 3v3 basketball game. Stack wins, earn cred and become the GOAT of THE RUN. Who's Got Next?
Why similar: Basketball 51.7% ★, Sports 26.4%, Team-Based 11.8%, Multiplayer 6.9%, PvP 2.2%
- #10 Hoops Ahead: Basketball Manager
86% matchNo user reviews2026
Dev: Potatoful Games
Windows
A new basketball league has been founded! Manage, trade, and sign players to help lead your team to a championship.
Why similar: Basketball 45.7% ★, Moddable 16.1% ★, Sports 15.9%, Character Customization 6.1%, Simulation 4.4%
- #11 Jaxx Blorgin's UFO Jam
84% matchPositive100% of 10 reviews2026
Dev: Wax Lion
Windows · Linux
Legendary space-baller Jaxx Blorgin is comin' at you with the only UFO sports title licensed to use his name! Master physics and your UFO to shoot, dunk and defend in this arcade basketball game.
Why similar: Basketball 50.8% ★, Sports 26.7%, Local Multiplayer 5.9%, PvP 4.8%, Retro 4.2%
- #12 Pickup Basketball VR
84% matchMostly Positive78% of 77 reviews2021
Dev: Revog GamesPub: Ron Revog
Windows
Pickup Basketball VR is a multiplayer VR game that lets up to 4 players play in various game modes including 1 v 1, 2 v 2, Horse and 3-point contest. Pickup Basketball VR allows players to compete online with or against friends and players from across the world.
Why similar: Basketball 48.9% ★, Sports 27.8%, Multiplayer 8.4%, Immersive Sim 4.8%, Character Customization 4.3%
- #13 Statto Complete Basketball
83% 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: Basketball 42.8% ★, Sports 28%, Moddable 14.2% ★, Simulation 8.6%, Management 3.2%
- #14 NBA 2K26
81% matchMixed65% of 24,472 reviews2025
Dev: Visual ConceptsPub: 2K
Windows
Median: 25.8 hrsMean: 76.0 hrs≥1hr: 95%
Bragging rights are on the line in MyCAREER, MyTEAM, MyNBA, The W, and Play Now. Showcase your bag of moves with hyper realism, Powered by ProPLAY™, and challenge your friends, or rivals, in NBA 2K26’s competitive modes—and leave no doubt that you wear the crown.
Why similar: Basketball 38.5% ★, Sports 13.1%, Team-Based 12.2%, Character Customization 8.1%, Immersive Sim 6.6%
- #15 International Basketball Manager 22
81% matchVery Positive86% of 222 reviews2021
Dev: UPLAY BasketballPub: UPLAY Online
Windows · Mac
Take control of world basketball with International Basketball Manager 22. The game is officially licensed by EuroLeague Basketball as well as by the most important international leagues.
Why similar: Basketball 50.5% ★, Sports 18.7%, Immersive Sim 11.1%, Team-Based 10.8%, Simulation 5%
- #16 Draft Day Sports: College Basketball 2023
80% matchMixed61% of 18 reviews2023
Dev: Wolverine Studios
Windows
Draft Day Sports: College Basketball 2023 puts you in the role of head coach of your favorite college basketball team. Every decision can be made by you from staff hiring, recruiting, scouting and all the way to making each substitution to lead your team to tournament glory and becoming a dynasty.
Why similar: Basketball 62.7% ★, Sports 27.1%, Simulation 7.5%, 2D 2.1%, Singleplayer 0.7%
- #17 Draft Day Sports: Pro Basketball 2023
79% match5 user reviews40% of 5 reviews2022
Dev: Wolverine Studios
Windows
Draft Day Sports: Pro Basketball 2023 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: Basketball 62.4% ★, Sports 27.5%, Simulation 7.3%, 2D 2.1%, Singleplayer 0.7%
- #18 Pro Basketball Manager 2024
78% matchMostly Positive70% of 166 reviews2023
Dev: Umix Studios
Windows · Mac
Welcome to Pro Basketball Manager 2024 - the best basketball management experience, offering unparalleled depth and authenticity across 175 elite basketball competitions. Show the world you're the ultimate basketball manager!
Why similar: Basketball 55% ★, Sports 31.5%, Simulation 5.9%, Management 4.7%, 2D 2.3%
- #19 Draft Day Sports: Pro Basketball 2021
79% matchMixed60% of 45 reviews2020
Dev: Wolverine Studios
Windows
Draft Day Sports: Pro Basketball 2021 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: Basketball 62.2% ★, Sports 25.7%, Simulation 7.4%, Management 4.1%, Singleplayer 0.6%
- #20 Pro Basketball Manager 2026
77% matchMostly Positive74% of 100 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: Basketball 49.1% ★, Sports 17.2%, Moddable 12.9% ★, Immersive Sim 8.7%, Simulation 4.9%
- #21 Basketball Legacy Manager 26
77% match1 user reviews0% of 1 reviews2025
Dev: Basketball Legacy Manager
Windows
Build the ultimate legacy as the general manager of a professional basketball team!
Why similar: Basketball 60.4% ★, Sports 26.4%, Simulation 6.6%, Management 4.5%, 2D 1.5%
- #22 The Daily Baller
78% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Pierce Games
Windows
A physics-based basketball platformer where every shot matters. Navigate creative levels, master precision movement, and sink the perfect shot.
Why similar: Basketball 55.7% ★, Sports 30.9%, Character Customization 11%, Arcade 1.8%, Singleplayer 0.6%
- #23 Draft Day Sports: Pro Basketball 2025
76% matchPositive90% of 10 reviews2024
Dev: Wolverine Studios
Windows
Draft Day Sports: Pro Basketball 2025 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: Basketball 63.5% ★, Sports 28.2%, Simulation 7.5%, Singleplayer 0.9%
- #24 Draft Day Sports: College Basketball 2025
76% matchMostly Positive67% of 17 reviews2025
Dev: Wolverine Studios
Windows
Lead your college basketball team in Draft Day Sports: College Basketball 2025. Recruit stars, coach for success, and make key decisions that will lead your team to the tournament. Navigate recruiting, the transfer portal and NIL options to build a winner. The ultimate coaching simulation game!
Why similar: Basketball 63.5% ★, Sports 28.2%, Simulation 7.5%, Singleplayer 0.9%
- #25 Draft Day Sports: Pro Basketball 2026
75% matchPositive90% of 10 reviews2025
Dev: Wolverine Studios
Windows
Take control of your franchise in Draft Day Sports: Pro Basketball 26! Draft, trade, and build your dynasty with smarter AI, new player archetypes, refreshed UI, and full customization options that let you create your perfect basketball universe.
Why similar: Basketball 63.5% ★, Sports 28.2%, Simulation 7.5%, Singleplayer 0.9%
- #26 Draft Day Sports: College Basketball 2026
75% match8 user reviews88% of 8 reviews2026
Dev: Wolverine Studios
Windows
Build your college basketball dynasty in Draft Day Sports: College Basketball 26. Recruit elite talent, manage NIL strategy, dominate the transfer portal, and guide your team through March. The deepest and most realistic college basketball simulation yet.
Why similar: Basketball 63.4% ★, Sports 28.3%, Simulation 7.4%, Singleplayer 0.9%
- #27 Backyard Basketball '01
73% matchVery Positive89% of 122 reviews2025
Dev: Mega Cat StudiosPub: Playground Productions
Windows
Return to the blacktop with your favorite Backyard athletes! The original Backyard Basketball 2001 is back and now enhanced to run on Steam. Dribble, shoot, and take that ball to the hoop!
Why similar: Basketball 55.6% ★, Sports 30.1%, Retro 4.2%, Pixel Graphics 3.6%, Simulation 3.5%
- #28 Draft Day Sports: College Basketball 2024
74% matchMostly Positive74% of 19 reviews2024
Dev: Wolverine Studios
Windows
Lead your college basketball team in Draft Day Sports: College Basketball 2024. Recruit stars, coach for success, and make key decisions with an improved UI, player reveals, enhanced player control, and a revamped transfer portal. The ultimate coaching simulation game!
Why similar: Basketball 63.1% ★, Sports 28.5%, Simulation 7.4%, Singleplayer 0.9%
- #29 Draft Day Sports: Pro Basketball 2024
74% 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: Basketball 63.5% ★, Sports 28.2%, Simulation 7.5%, Singleplayer 0.9%
- #30 Super Basketball Classics
73% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Namo GamoPub: Acclaim, Inc.
Windows
Classic arcade basketball returns with a twist. Super Basketball Classics Featuring the World Famous Harlem Globetrotters combines retro-inspired gameplay, modern upgrades, and Globetrotter flair for the ultimate hoops showdown.
Why similar: Basketball 45.6% ★, Sports 17.3%, Character Customization 9.8%, Retro 6.1%, Pixel Graphics 4.8%
- #31 Basketball Simulator
72% match2 user reviews50% of 2 reviews2025
Dev: Hard Shark Games
Windows
Basketball Simulator delivers a true-to-life basketball shooting experience with intuitive controls. Step onto the court, sink impossible shots, and feel the crowd roar as you chase greatness. Will you become the ultimate three-point legend in your city?
Why similar: Basketball 51.3% ★, Sports 18.2%, Immersive Sim 11%, Character Customization 7.8%, Simulation 5%
- #32 Draft Day Sports: Pro Basketball 2022
73% matchMixed63% of 19 reviews2021
Dev: Wolverine Studios
Windows
Draft Day Sports: Pro Basketball 2022 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: Basketball 62.7% ★, Sports 29.1%, Simulation 7.3%, Singleplayer 0.8%
- #33 Draft Day Sports: College Basketball 2021
72% matchPositive80% of 46 reviews2021
Dev: Wolverine Studios
Windows
Draft Day Sports: College Basketball 2021 puts you in the role of head coach of your favorite college basketball team. Every decision can be made by you from staff hiring, recruiting, scouting and all the way to making each substitution to lead your team to tournament glory and becoming a dynasty.
Why similar: Basketball 57.4% ★, Sports 30.5%, Simulation 9.3%, 2D 1.8%, Singleplayer 1%
- #34 Campus Legends College Basketball
70% matchVery Positive91% of 79 reviews2025
Dev: Breakaway Interactive
Windows
Experience the ultimate college basketball management game. Take charge as a coach, recruit top talent, develop your team, and compete for national championships. Manage one of 192 teams (or up to 384 when using custom leagues), making strategic decisions to build your basketball dynasty
Why similar: Basketball 56.4% ★, Sports 31.3%, Simulation 6.7%, Management 4.8%, Singleplayer 0.7%
- #35 Draft Day Sports: College Basketball 2022
71% matchMixed69% of 26 reviews2022
Dev: Wolverine Studios
Windows
Draft Day Sports: College Basketball 2022 puts you in the role of head coach of your favorite college basketball team. Every decision can be made by you from staff hiring, recruiting, scouting and all the way to making each substitution to lead your team to tournament glory and becoming a dynasty.
Why similar: Basketball 62.4% ★, Sports 26.9%, Simulation 7.9%, 2D 2.1%, Singleplayer 0.6%
- #36 Pro Basketball Manager 2022
71% matchMostly Positive73% of 135 reviews2021
Dev: Umix Studios
Windows · Mac
Pro Basketball Manager 2022 features more than 160 basketball competitions with the most depth and authenticity ever found in a basketball management game.
Why similar: Basketball 60.9% ★, Sports 25.3%, Simulation 7.5%, Management 4.1%, 2D 1.4%
- #37 Dudelings: Arcade Sportsball
70% matchPositive100% of 21 reviews2024
Dev: Heavy Element
Windows · Linux
Dudelings: Arcade Sportsball is a fast-paced sportslike. A cross between Pong and Foosball, Dudelings delivers high-energy multiplayer fun!!
Why similar: Basketball 54.3% ★, Sports 19.4%, Local Multiplayer 5.8%, Multiplayer 5.3%, Pixel Graphics 5.1%
- #38 BasketBlow
68% matchNo user reviews100% of 2 reviews2026
Dev: Ledicia Interactiva
Windows
Play tabletop basketball with realistic physics in relaxing environments. Compete in customizable leagues and cups, edit your teams, and complete your trophy room. Collect points to unlock courts, balls, and environments. Play with friends locally or online.
Why similar: Basketball 60.2% ★, Sports 25.3%, Local Multiplayer 4.1%, Multiplayer 3.8%, PvP 2.2%
- #39 Robot Basketball League
69% matchNo user reviews2026
Dev: Big Marble Studios
Windows
Robot Basketball League is a gritty sports game featuring a modified version of 1v1 Basketball. This is where the most competitive robot athletes gather. Do you have what it takes to succeed in this League?
Why similar: Basketball 59.3% ★, Sports 25.1%, Local Multiplayer 4.6%, Multiplayer 3.6%, Immersive Sim 3.3%
- #40 Basketball Pro Management 2015
71% matchMostly Negative37% of 62 reviews2014
Dev: Umix StudiosPub: Nacon
Windows
Median: 3.4 hrsMean: 3.8 hrs≥1hr: 94%
Basketball Pro Management is the ultimate basketball management simulation with a multitude of parameters. Each of your choices will have a direct influence on each game! NOW includes complete North American league system (recruitment, salary cap, luxury tax,...) .
Why similar: Basketball 60.3% ★, Sports 29.2%, Simulation 7.6%, Management 2.9%
- #41 Basketball Classics
69% matchVery Positive92% of 185 reviews2019
Dev: Namo GamoPub: Acclaim, Inc.
Windows · Mac · Linux
5 on 5 Pro Basketball born from the golden era of sports games. This spiritual successor to the 8-bit ballers bridges the gap between retro and today’s simulation games. Side-scrolling, sweaty arcade action with simplified 3-button gameplay and retro vibes galore.
Why similar: Basketball 48.6% ★, Sports 36.4%, Retro 7.3%, Local Multiplayer 5.9%, Arcade 1%
- #42 3on3 FreeStyle: Rebound
69% matchMixed62% of 4,299 reviews2020
Dev: Joycity
Windows
Median: 1.2 hrsMean: 32.4 hrs≥1hr: 54%
3on3 FreeStyle: Rebound allows players to Team up for fast-paced street basketball, dive into single-player Career Mode PVE, and grow your skills with dynamic gameplay and enhanced Lumen-powered visuals.
Why similar: Basketball 50.4% ★, Team-Based 17.7%, Sports 11.7%, Character Customization 8%, Multiplayer 5.3%
- #43 Slam Dunk Basketball
68% match1 user reviews100% of 1 reviews2023
Dev: 3DI LLC
Windows
Elevate your basketball game with Slam Dunk Basketball. Precision controls, Perspectacles' 3D views, and strategic gameplay redefine virtual sports. Customize, rise through ranks and experience the fusion of tech and hoops excitement. Lace up, don Perspectacles, and revolutionize your virtual game!
Why similar: Basketball 61.4% ★, Sports 34.5%, Simulation 3.5%, Singleplayer 0.7%
- #44 Pro Basketball Manager 2023
67% matchMostly Positive73% of 167 reviews2022
Dev: Umix Studios
Windows · Mac
Pro Basketball Manager 2023 features more than 160 basketball competitions with the most depth and authenticity ever found in a basketball management game.
Why similar: Basketball 55.9% ★, Sports 30.9%, Simulation 5.6%, Management 4.9%, 2D 2.2%
- #45 Retro Basketball Manager
67% matchNo user reviews2025
Dev: Camilo Alves
Windows
Take control of a basketball team. Choose tactics, sign players and help them develop. Guide your team to victory!
Why similar: Basketball 36.2% ★, Sports 24.1%, Immersive Sim 15.1%, Simulation 10.3%, Retro 5.6%
- #46 Hoop Fighters: Party Basketball
65% matchVery Positive90% of 78 reviews2025
Dev: Team K6
Windows
Knock down your opponents and smash their hoops! Hoop Fighters is an online, no-rules party basketball game for up to 6 players. Slide into opponents, throw punches or objects at them. Do your best to get the ball. Remember, there are no rules in Hoop Fighters!
Why similar: Basketball 52.8% ★, Team-Based 16.9%, Sports 15.8%, Multiplayer 6%, PvP 4.3%
- #47 Hooptown Hero
66% matchMixed61% of 18 reviews2024
Dev: Goin' Yumbo
Windows
Become the Hero of Hooptown in this roguelite basketball game. Improve your skills, impress the fans, and unlock unique abilities by battling the other residents of Hooptown. Win the city championship and bring glory to your local business sponsor.
Why similar: Basketball 60.3% ★, Sports 27.4%, Character Customization 11.6%, Singleplayer 0.7%
- #48 Basketball Legacy Manager 25
66% match4 user reviews100% of 4 reviews2024
Dev: Basketball Legacy Manager
Windows
Build the ultimate legacy as the general manager of a professional basketball team!
Why similar: Basketball 49.6% ★, Sports 33%, Simulation 10.2%, Management 3.6%, 2D 2.8%
- #49 Perimeter, Paint & Process
66% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Level Process Studios
Windows
From a community court to a championship organisation. Become the GM/coach, even player. Scout and build your roster, staff, facilities and tactics. Every possession resolves through a detailed basketball simulation engine. Story arc or pure sandbox.
Why similar: Basketball 61.8% ★, Sports 24.9%, Simulation 6.3%, Management 5%, 2D 1.2%