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 29.4% ★, eSports 13.4% ★, Sports 10.1%, Trading 6.3%, Team-Based 5.9%

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 24%, Character Customization 14.3%, Local Co-Op 10.9%, Co-op 10.4%, PvP 10.1%

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 21.1%, Character Customization 12.6%, Local Co-Op 12.4%, PvP 9.8%, Online Co-Op 9.5%

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 37.6%, Character Customization 15.1%, Simulation 11%, Online Co-Op 10.2%, Multiplayer 9.7%

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 43.2%, PvP 13.8%, Local Co-Op 11.2%, Multiplayer 11.2%, Simulation 10%

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: eSports 21.9% ★, Sports 15.5%, Local Co-Op 12.1%, Local Multiplayer 10.7%, Online Co-Op 9.8%

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 27.5%, eSports 22.4% ★, Multiplayer 9.3%, Local Co-Op 8.7%, Local Multiplayer 8.6%

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 74.8%, Simulation 25.2%

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 42.9% ★, eSports 20.2% ★, Sports 14.6%, PvP 7.9%, Character Customization 7.5%

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 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 36.3% ★, eSports 14.6% ★, Team-Based 13.1%, Sports 8.4%, Online Co-Op 7.5%

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 27%, Online Co-Op 13.1%, Multiplayer 12.6%, Co-op 11.3%, Character Customization 10.9%

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 38.5%, eSports 22.9% ★, Multiplayer 13.8%, PvP 12.2%, Simulation 11%

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 36% ★, eSports 19.8% ★, Sports 11.8%, Online Co-Op 7.4%, PvP 7.2%

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 41.8% ★, Sports 20%, Trading 14.6%, Management 9.1%, Immersive Sim 7.8%

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 49.3% ★, Sports 27%, Management 6.5%, Simulation 5.9%, Character Customization 5.8%

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 38.3%, Local Co-Op 11.3%, Multiplayer 10.8%, Local Multiplayer 10.4%, PvP 9.4%

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 27.8%, eSports 16% ★, Management 12.1%, Local Multiplayer 10.8%, Team-Based 9.9%

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

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 74.5%, Simulation 25.5%

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 20.9%, Local Multiplayer 13.7%, Local Co-Op 10.2%, Character Customization 10%, Multiplayer 8.3%

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

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

Why similar: Sports 36.8%, eSports 20.9% ★, PvP 16%, Multiplayer 13.4%, Simulation 6.8%

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: eSports 25.3% ★, Sports 16.8%, Local Multiplayer 12.3%, Character Customization 9.4%, PvP 8.7%

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 38.3%, Online Co-Op 13.9%, Multiplayer 12.8%, PvP 12.2%, Co-op 11.1%

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 49.1% ★, Sports 16.3%, Management 8.5%, Team-Based 8.2%, Immersive Sim 8.2%

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 65.9%, Simulation 34.1%

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 52.5% ★, Sports 18.2%, Management 11.7%, Immersive Sim 6.3%, Simulation 6.1%

Rise to the top of basketball with your aim and movement skills! “TPBC” is a third-person, online multiplayer basketball game that brings the familiar controls of FPS/TPS titles straight to the court. Take on skilled players from around the world and prove your mastery!

Why similar: Basketball 42.7% ★, eSports 19% ★, Sports 16%, Online Co-Op 7.2%, PvP 5.9%

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 50.4% ★, Sports 28.6%, Management 10.6%, Simulation 6.3%, 3D 3.3%

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

Why similar: Sports 49.2%, Management 19.8%, Simulation 15.8%, Multiplayer 13%, Singleplayer 2.2%

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 29.9%, Team-Based 12.6%, Management 10.3%, PvP 7.7%, Local Co-Op 7.7%

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 39.7%, Character Customization 11.6%, Local Multiplayer 11%, Immersive Sim 10.8%, Multiplayer 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 51.3% ★, Sports 28.1%, Management 11.2%, Simulation 5.9%, 3D 2.7%

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 31.3% ★, eSports 17.7% ★, Team-Based 13.1%, Sports 10.5%, Online Co-Op 7.1%

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 43.3% ★, Sports 24.4%, eSports 10.8% ★, Multiplayer 8.1%, Character Customization 3.6%

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: eSports 26% ★, Sports 20.2%, Team-Based 14.1%, Online Co-Op 9.7%, PvP 9.6%

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.

Why similar: eSports 18.1% ★, Sports 16%, Local Multiplayer 10.3%, Local Co-Op 10.1%, Team-Based 9.5%

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 48.2% ★, Sports 17.7%, Team-Based 10.6%, Management 8.7%, Immersive Sim 7.2%

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 34.4%, Local Co-Op 14.2%, PvP 11.9%, Co-op 10.3%, Online Co-Op 10.2%