Games Like NBA 2K26

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 37.5% ★, Sports 17.3%, eSports 12.6% ★, Gambling 8.5% ★, Simulation 3.2%

Why You'll Like It: The most recent predecessor offers nearly identical gameplay mechanics and game modes to the current iteration.

Celebrate The Bloodline in Showcase. Compete online in MyGM. Expanded gameplay includes intergender wrestling, chain wrestling, barricade diving, the return of Promos + much more!

Why similar: Sports 48.8%, Character Customization 11.4%, Simulation 10.4%, PvP 7.7%, Co-op 5.5%

Why You'll Like It: Published by the same company, this title shares the high-production value, character customization, and simulation-heavy approach.

Experience a gripping retelling of WrestleMania’s greatest moments in 2K Showcase of the Immortals in WWE 2K24, where you can relive a collection of some of the most unforgettable, career-defining matches.

Why similar: Sports 45.9%, Character Customization 10.5%, Simulation 9.4%, PvP 8%, Multiplayer 6.5%

Why You'll Like It: It provides a similar focus on realistic sports presentation and deep roster management as the NBA 2K series.

Take your best shot at glory in PGA TOUR 2K25! In a 2K-first, compete in three prestigious major tournaments. Personalize your game with expanded MyCAREER, MyPLAYER and Course Designer options. Challenge friends across ranked, casual, and cross-platform multiplayer.

Why similar: Sports 59.7%, Simulation 11.1%, Character Customization 9.3%, Multiplayer 6.8%, Online Co-Op 4.8%

Why You'll Like It: This game mirrors the 2K sports simulation philosophy with a focus on realistic mechanics and player progression.

TopSpin 2K25 returns as a next-level tennis sim, bringing realistic court physics and challenging skill-based gameplay. Play single or multiplayer locally or online. Build your MyPLAYER or play as icons like Roger Federer and Serena Williams with custom animations mirroring their real-life styles.

Why similar: Sports 68.9%, Simulation 10.2%, PvP 8.3%, Multiplayer 7.7%, Local Multiplayer 3.6%

Why You'll Like It: A polished tennis simulation from 2K that emphasizes competitive PVP and realistic sports movement.

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: Sports 33.4%, eSports 25.8% ★, Multiplayer 7.2%, Simulation 6.8%, PvP 6.7%

Why You'll Like It: The leading soccer simulation that offers a comparable depth of team management and competitive online play.

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: Sports 49.5%, eSports 21.8% ★, Multiplayer 7.4%, Simulation 7.1%, Local Multiplayer 4.1%

Why You'll Like It: A direct competitor to the sports simulation market with robust multiplayer and team-building features.

EA SPORTS™ Madden NFL 26 leverages a new AI-powered machine learning system to convert thousands of plays from nearly a decade of real NFL data into more explosive gameplay.

Why similar: Sports 81.8%, Simulation 18.2%

Why You'll Like It: This title delivers the definitive football simulation experience with mechanics similar to other major sports sims.

Blacktop Hoops is the ultimate VR basketball game and sports experience. Embark on a hoops journey in career mode, ball against bots, hang out with friends in online courts, or climb the rankings in competitive pickup games. Do you have what it takes to become the GOAT?

Why similar: Basketball 47.3% ★, Sports 21.9%, eSports 16.4% ★, PvP 4.5%, Character Customization 4.3%

Why You'll Like It: A VR-focused basketball game that captures the competitive spirit and intensity of street-style basketball.

3on3 FreeStyle: Rebound allows players to work with their teammates to pull off rim-shaking slam dunks, awe-inspiring alley-oops, flashy no-look passes, and clutch outside shots which breaks the heart of the opposing team in competitive games filled with the joy and energy of street basketball.

Why similar: Basketball 46.6% ★, Sports 14.6%, eSports 13.8% ★, Team-Based 6.7%, PvP 4.5%

Why You'll Like It: This game offers a team-based, competitive basketball experience with a focus on character roles and online play.

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: Sports 48.1%, Multiplayer 10%, Simulation 9%, Character Customization 7.5%, PvP 7%

Why You'll Like It: A high-fidelity racing simulation that shares the same commitment to realism and professional sports presentation.

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 55.6%, eSports 17.9% ★, Simulation 10.1%, Multiplayer 8.8%, PvP 6.7%

Why You'll Like It: While stylized, it offers one of the most robust and satisfying sports simulation engines available on Steam.

Freestyle 2: Street Basketball is a fast paced online arcade basketball game. Create your own unique player and compete in the online street league! Use variety of b-ball moves and customize your player! Team up with the best street ballers online and rise to the top!

Why similar: Basketball 43% ★, Sports 19.1%, eSports 17.4% ★, PvP 4.4%, Simulation 3.7%

Why You'll Like It: A classic online basketball game that focuses on fast-paced, competitive PVP matches.

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 49.4% ★, Sports 32.1%, Trading 6.4% ★, Management 5.8%, Simulation 4.2%

Why You'll Like It: For those who enjoy the management aspect of NBA 2K, this game offers deep strategic control over a basketball team.

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 50% ★, Sports 36.3%, Simulation 5%, Management 3.4%, Character Customization 3.1%

Why You'll Like It: A unique basketball simulation that blends strategic management with accessible, retro-inspired gameplay.

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 65.7%, Multiplayer 8.2%, PvP 6.1%, 3D 5.3%, Simulation 5%

Why You'll Like It: A comprehensive sports simulation that features deep career progression and realistic match mechanics.

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 47.4%, eSports 14.8% ★, Simulation 8.9%, Management 8.1%, Team-Based 5%

Why You'll Like It: A dedicated sports simulation that offers tactical depth and realistic team-based gameplay.

Take your rivalries to the next level in MLB 9 Innings Rivals 26!

Why similar: Sports 54.4%, eSports 16.8% ★, PvP 8.9%, Multiplayer 8.8%, Simulation 6.4%

Play as the world's top players, master each surface, perfect your game and strive to dominate the world circuit. Choose from multiple game modes, with singles and doubles games, local and online.

Why similar: Sports 45.4%, Character Customization 8.4%, Multiplayer 8%, Local Multiplayer 7.8%, Management 5.8%

Why You'll Like It: This title provides a realistic tennis simulation experience with a focus on career management.

The show never stops in WWE 2K26! Step into CM Punk’s 2K Showcase, dominate with 400+ Superstars and Legends, and unleash chaos with all-new match types.

Why similar: Sports 81.6%, Simulation 18.4%

Become Undisputed in the most authentic boxing game to date! Featuring true to life visuals, bone-jarring action, and more licensed boxers than ever before, Undisputed gives you unprecedented control to master every inch of the ring.

Why similar: Sports 32.7%, eSports 26.8% ★, Character Customization 7.1%, Multiplayer 6.8%, 3D 6.6%

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: Sports 61%, Simulation 10.1%, Multiplayer 9%, PvP 7.5%, Online Co-Op 6.5%

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 56.9% ★, Sports 26.8%, Management 6.8%, Simulation 5.7%, 3D 2.8%

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 48.9% ★, Sports 37.7%, Management 5.5%, Simulation 5.3%, 3D 2.2%

Hit like you mean it with FieldSENSE™ powered by BOOM Tech. Experience how the new physics-informed dynamic tackling system unlocks realistic collisions & new gameplay animations on both sides of the ball.

Why similar: Sports 75.2%, Simulation 24.8%

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 49.8% ★, Sports 37.1%, Management 5.8%, Simulation 5%, 3D 1.9%

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: Basketball 56.5% ★, Sports 25.5%, Simulation 6%, Management 5.2%, Team-Based 3.8%

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

Why similar: Sports 66.8%, Simulation 13.8%, Management 10.4%, Multiplayer 7.8%, Singleplayer 1.3%

Rise from amateur to PBA legend in the most realistic bowling simulation ever made, featuring advanced physics, realistic oil pattern transition, licensed PBA pros, deep career progression, and multiple competitive game modes.

Why similar: Sports 66.5%, Character Customization 7.5%, Multiplayer 5.9%, 3D 5.2%, Local Multiplayer 4.8%

KEEP GAMBLING is a hostile friendslop gamble-em-up featuring LOTTO TICKET, CASE OPENING, SLOTS, and SUBSTANCE ABUSE simulations. Work with or against your friends to repay your debt.

Why similar: Gambling 84.5% ★, Simulation 6.4%, Multiplayer 5.3%, PvP 2.4%, 3D 1.3%

Experience the thrill of Hoverboard Basketball! Team up or challenge players worldwide in fast-paced crossplay PvP matches. Master the ball, dribble, and outwit your opponents to score impressive goals— with no aim assist. Only skill and creativity matter. Grab your Hoverboard and dominate now!

Why similar: Basketball 40.5% ★, Sports 18.4%, eSports 16.8% ★, Team-Based 6.8%, Multiplayer 4.3%

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 50.2% ★, Sports 37.6%, Simulation 6%, Management 5.6%, Singleplayer 0.6%

Get ready for the future of footy with AFL 26. Feel every hit, hear every roar, and live every moment with unmatched authenticity and intensity.

Why similar: Sports 56%, Management 7.6%, Simulation 7.4%, Team-Based 6.9%, PvP 5.4%

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 45.4% ★, Sports 34.6%, eSports 8.3% ★, Multiplayer 5.1%, Simulation 2.1%

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 55.2% ★, Sports 30.8%, Simulation 6.8%, Management 4.9%, 3D 1.7%

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: Sports 66.8%, PvP 8.7%, Online Co-Op 5.9%, Multiplayer 5.3%, Co-op 5.3%

Experience improved Flick-It controls, the rich physics based skateboarding gameplay that provides those “only in skate.™“ moments and off-board exploration for full freedom in the online multiplayer world of San Vansterdam.

Why similar: Sports 48.1%, Multiplayer 16.4%, Character Customization 15.8%, Online Co-Op 11.4%, Simulation 5.3%