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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.

Reviews: Mostly Positive — 76% — of 84 reviews
Released: 2025-11-17
Developer: Umix Studios
Genres: Indie, Simulation, Sports, Strategy
Platforms: Windows, Mac

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  1. #1 Pro Basketball Manager 2025
    97% matchMostly Positive70% 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 37%, Sports 18.1%, Management 9%, Immersive Sim 7.3%, Text-Based 5%

  2. #2 International Basketball Manager 23
    96% 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: Basketball 37.9%, Sports 12.9%, Real Time Tactics 10.1%, Management 7.3%, Immersive Sim 6.6%

  3. #3 Pro Basketball Manager 2023
    96% matchMostly Positive73% of 166 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 40.2%, Sports 22.4%, Management 9.7%, Strategy 6.3%, Real Time Tactics 5.8%

  4. #4 Pro Basketball Manager 2024
    95% matchMostly Positive70% of 165 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 45.8%, Sports 26.5%, Management 10.7%, Simulation 6.4%, Strategy 4.6%

  5. #5 International Basketball Manager 22
    93% 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 38.8%, Sports 14.5%, Real Time Tactics 9.5%, Management 7.8%, Immersive Sim 6%

  6. #6 Pro Basketball Manager 2022
    92% 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 46%, Sports 19.3%, Management 8.5%, Simulation 7.4%, Tactical 6%

  7. #7 Campus Legends College Basketball
    90% matchVery Positive94% of 72 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 44.3%, Sports 24.8%, Management 10.3%, Text-Based 10%, Simulation 6.8%

  8. #8 NBA 2K25
    89% matchMixed59% of 42,427 reviews2024
    Dev: Visual ConceptsPub: 2K
    Windows
    Median: 34.1 hrsMean: 99.0 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 56.2%, Sports 19.4%, Management 9.6%, Simulation 6.1%, Immersive Sim 5.3%

  9. #9 Pro Basketball Manager 2016
    91% matchMixed52% of 77 reviews2016
    Dev: Cyanide StudioPub: Nacon
    Windows
    Median: 3.4 hrsMean: 3.9 hrs≥1hr: 89%

    In this comprehensive and realistic basketball management game, take control of all aspects of a coach's life such as recruitment, finances and training, as well as direct charge of games, in order to lead your team to the top of more than 70 championships that have been faithfully reproduced!

    Why similar: Basketball 47.9%, Sports 38.7%, Simulation 13.5%

  10. #10 Basketball Pro Management 2015
    91% 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 50%, Sports 24.4%, Strategy 8.2%, Simulation 8.2%, Management 6.5%

  11. #11 Basketball Club Story
    87% matchMostly Positive76% of 196 reviews2023
    Dev: Kairosoft Co.,Ltd
    Windows

    Basketball Team Management Sim Coach a custom team and dunk your way to glory!

    Why similar: Basketball 54.1%, Sports 28.7%, Simulation 11.3%, Strategy 3%, 2D 1.7%

  12. #12 Draft Day Sports: College Basketball 2020
    88% matchMixed68% of 59 reviews2020
    Dev: Wolverine Studios
    Windows

    Draft Day Sports: College Basketball 2020 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 41.2%, Sports 32.7%, Simulation 12.4%, Strategy 11.8%, Indie 1.9%

  13. #13 Football Manager 26
    86% 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 46.9%, Management 20.2%, Simulation 16.6%, Strategy 14.3%, Singleplayer 2%

  14. #14 Soccer Manager 2026
    84% matchMostly Positive74% of 3,230 reviews2024
    Dev: Invincibles Studio Ltd
    Windows
    Median: 1.0 hrsMean: 7.9 hrs≥1hr: 51%

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

    Why similar: Sports 20.2%, Real Time Tactics 19%, Management 14.7%, Text-Based 11%, Immersive Sim 9.6%

  15. #15 Hoop Land
    82% matchVery Positive97% of 384 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 53.1%, Sports 28.9%, Management 7.5%, Simulation 6.9%, 2D 2.7%

  16. #16 NBA 2K26
    81% matchMixed66% of 18,088 reviews2025
    Dev: Visual ConceptsPub: 2K
    Windows
    Median: 33.6 hrsMean: 84.1 hrs≥1hr: 97%

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

  17. #17 Tennis Manager 25
    82% matchMixed68% of 82 reviews2025
    Dev: Rebound
    Windows · Mac

    Dive into the most advanced tennis management experience to date. Manage your academy, develop your staff and facilities, and recruit the best players from junior to pro, across both men's and women's circuits. Forge the champions of tomorrow and shape the future of tennis!

    Why similar: Sports 20.2%, Text-Based 12.4%, Immersive Sim 10.7%, Simulation 9.8%, Real Time Tactics 9.2%

  18. #18 World Basketball Manager 2010
    84% matchMostly Negative31% of 125 reviews2010
    Dev: Icehole GamesPub: Strategy First
    Windows
    Median: 12 minMean: 2.8 hrs≥1hr: 22%

    World Basketball Manager (WBM) is a basketball strategy game. It uses the same game-play principles as most soccer management games do. Entering the game, the player creates his manager profile and he is hired as the general manager of a basketball club and his task is to improve the team’s performance by analyzing the facts and making...

    Why similar: Basketball 58.6%, Sports 21.7%, Simulation 19.8%

  19. #19 Teamfight Manager
    79% matchVery Positive87% of 5,795 reviews2021
    Dev: Team Samoyed
    Windows · Mac
    Median: 8.4 hrsMean: 14.4 hrs≥1hr: 92%

    Teamfight Manager is a simulation game where you are the coach of an e-sports team. You must manage players to set them up for matches. Make the best of pick & ban by evaluating the characteristics of the champions/players! A smart strategy can make up for a lack of individual player skills.

    Why similar: Management 41.5%, Simulation 21.4%, Sports 16.4%, Resource Management 5.9%, Strategy 5.5%

  20. #20 Tennis Manager 2023
    79% 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 29.9%, Text-Based 13.9%, Tactical 10.9%, Simulation 10.7%, Strategy 9.8%

  21. #21 GT Manager
    78% 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: Sports 20.6%, Real Time Tactics 16.6%, Management 14.3%, Immersive Sim 11.7%, Simulation 8.5%

  22. #22 Franchise Hockey Manager 12
    78% matchVery Positive81% of 97 reviews2025
    Dev: game54 SoftwarePub: Out of the Park Developments
    Windows · Mac

    Franchise Hockey Manager returns for the 2025-26 season with plenty of additions to the deepest, most authentic hockey strategy gaming experience you can find. Choose from teams around the globe and select a team to guide to glory, including a chance at the ultimate prize, the Stanley Cup®.

    Why similar: Sports 26%, Text-Based 14.8%, Management 10.9%, Immersive Sim 10.6%, Moddable 10.6%

  23. #23 League Manager 2023
    80% matchMixed42% of 150 reviews2023
    Dev: AG SOFTPub: AG SOFT
    Windows

    Complete your own squad, try to win the league, and experience a thrilling win in the World Championship. The journey to E-Sport League glory awaits.

    Why similar: Sports 24%, Moddable 16%, Management 13.9%, Immersive Sim 10.9%, Simulation 8.5%

  24. #24 Out of the Park Baseball 26
    75% matchVery Positive82% of 788 reviews2025
    Dev: Out of the Park Developments
    Windows · Mac

    26 years of sports gaming excellence! Out of the Park Baseball 26 is here - officially licensed by MLB, the MLB Players Inc. and KBO! This year's brand new version puts you firmly in charge of your favorite baseball franchise. Your team, your way, your rules.

    Why similar: Sports 30%, Management 19.1%, Simulation 10.9%, Strategy 9.9%, Tactical 9.1%

  25. #25 Franchise Hockey Manager 11
    76% matchMixed70% of 145 reviews2024
    Dev: game54 SoftwarePub: Out of the Park Developments
    Windows · Mac

    Franchise Hockey Manager returns for the 2024-25 season with plenty of additions to the deepest, most authentic hockey strategy gaming experience you can find. Choose from teams around the globe and select a team to guide to glory, including a chance at the ultimate prize, the Stanley Cup®.

    Why similar: Sports 24%, Management 13.6%, Moddable 13.2%, Text-Based 12.6%, Immersive Sim 9%

  26. #26 Boxing Club Manager
    77% matchMixed54% of 92 reviews2022
    Dev: Alternative Software Ltd
    Windows · Mac

    You've waited long enough. Boxing management is now in your gloves. Winning fights is your goal. Running the best gym is your future. Take control. Train and steer your boxers to glory in the ring! Build up your gym, make it World class!

    Why similar: Sports 30.5%, Management 16.4%, Real Time Tactics 13.3%, Strategy 10.2%, Simulation 9.4%

  27. #27 Franchise Hockey Manager 10
    75% matchVery Positive80% of 206 reviews2023
    Dev: Out of the Park Developments
    Windows · Mac

    Franchise Hockey Manager returns for the 2023-24 season with plenty of additions to the deepest, most authentic hockey strategy gaming experience you can find. Choose from teams around the globe and select a team to guide to glory, including a chance at the ultimate prize, the Stanley Cup®.

    Why similar: Sports 24.3%, Management 13.5%, Moddable 13.3%, Text-Based 12.5%, Immersive Sim 9.1%

  28. #28 F1® Manager 2024
    73% 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: Sports 21.6%, Management 18.2%, Immersive Sim 12.6%, Tactical 10.2%, Simulation 9%

  29. #29 Hockey Legacy Manager 26
    73% matchVery Positive94% of 65 reviews2025
    Dev: Hockey Legacy Manager
    Windows

    Build the ultimate legacy as the general manager of a professional hockey team!

    Why similar: Sports 47.3%, Management 21.7%, Simulation 14.3%, Strategy 12.4%, 2D 2.7%

  30. #30 Franchise Hockey Manager 9
    73% matchVery Positive83% of 235 reviews2022
    Dev: Out of the Park Developments
    Windows · Mac

    Franchise Hockey Manager returns for the 2022-23 season with plenty of additions to the deepest, most authentic hockey strategy gaming experience you can find. Choose from teams around the globe and select a team to guide to glory, including a chance at the ultimate prize, the Stanley Cup®.

    Why similar: Sports 27.5%, Text-Based 12.4%, Management 10.8%, Immersive Sim 10.3%, Moddable 10%

  31. #31 Handball Manager 2021
    74% matchVery Positive87% of 82 reviews2021
    Dev: netmin games
    Windows

    Finally state of the art handball management. Prove yourself as a manager and trainer in the daily business of professional handball.

    Why similar: Sports 35.3%, Management 19.9%, Moddable 18.1%, Simulation 10.7%, Strategy 6.9%

  32. #32 eSports Legend
    74% matchMixed62% of 1,209 reviews2018
    Dev: 90GamesPub: Coconut Island Games
    Windows
    Median: 8.2 hrsMean: 22.1 hrs≥1hr: 85%

    Esports Legend is a Esports club simulator. You are here to make a unknown amateur team world-famous within several seasons!

    Why similar: Management 31.7%, Simulation 26.6%, Strategy 23.4%, Sports 14.4%, Indie 3.9%

  33. #33 Tennis Manager 2024
    71% matchMostly Positive78% of 120 reviews2024
    Dev: Rebound
    Windows · Mac

    The courts have missed you, it’s time to sign your comeback and prove yourself as the greatest tennis manager. Tennis Manager 2024 is back and better than ever! Get ready to strategize, train your new wonderkids, and conquer the courts in the most immersive tennis management experience yet!

    Why similar: Sports 29.9%, Management 16.6%, Text-Based 9.2%, Simulation 9%, Strategy 9%

  34. #34 Pro Gamer Manager 2
    76% matchVery Negative14% of 166 reviews2017
    Dev: Millenway
    Windows · Mac · Linux
    Median: 12 minMean: 54 min≥1hr: 17%

    Pro Gamer Manager 2 is an e-sport simulator game. Create, manage and compete with your own team of Pro Gamers. Conquer all obstacles and become the number one team in the world!

    Why similar: Sports 45.1%, Management 18.6%, Simulation 17.8%, Strategy 15.8%, Indie 2.8%

  35. #35 Clutchtime™: Basketball Deckbuilder
    70% matchVery Positive81% of 188 reviews2025
    Dev: Bigosaur
    Windows

    Build your perfect deck and become a Champion.

    Why similar: Basketball 62.4%, Sports 20.4%, Strategy 6.8%, Tactical 6.4%, 2D 2.5%

  36. #36 Tennis Manager 2022
    72% matchMostly Positive75% of 151 reviews2022
    Dev: Rebound
    Windows · Mac

    Become a tennis manager. Manage your tennis academy and train the next tennis super stars. Even more realistic, with new players and updated potentials. Take the reins in 2022.

    Why similar: Sports 23.9%, Management 16.6%, Text-Based 10.2%, Simulation 8.7%, Tactical 7.9%

  37. #37 WE ARE FOOTBALL 2024
    69% matchVery Positive80% of 1,002 reviews2024
    Dev: Winning Streak GamesPub: HandyGames
    Windows
    Median: 6.4 hrsMean: 48.6 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: Sports 22.5%, Moddable 18.8%, Management 15.5%, Tactical 9.7%, Resource Management 8.3%

  38. #38 Speedway Club Manager 25
    67% matchVery Positive91% of 89 reviews2025
    Dev: Marcin DopierałaPub: Speedway Club Manager
    Windows

    Take on the role of a speedway club manager and lead your team to championship glory! Sign your dream riders, secure sponsorship deals, upgrade your facilities, and develop young speedway talents!

    Why similar: Sports 52.3%, Text-Based 19.9%, Moddable 15.2%, Resource Management 6.3%, 2D 5%

  39. #39 Franchise Hockey Manager 8
    70% matchVery Positive80% of 203 reviews2021
    Dev: Out of the Park Developments
    Windows · Mac

    Franchise Hockey Manager returns for the 2021-22 season with plenty of additions to the deepest, most authentic hockey strategy gaming experience you can find. Choose from teams around the globe and select a team to guide to glory, including a chance at the ultimate prize, the Stanley Cup®.

    Why similar: Sports 42.2%, Strategy 12.6%, Management 10.6%, Text-Based 10.4%, Immersive Sim 9.2%

  40. #40 Pro Gamer Manager
    72% matchMixed49% of 685 reviews2016
    Dev: Raptor Claw GamesPub: 501 Industries
    Windows
    Median: 4.7 hrsMean: 8.2 hrs≥1hr: 88%

    Compete for stardom in this Esport management tycoon.

    Why similar: Sports 36%, Management 30.2%, Simulation 22.8%, Strategy 8.2%, Indie 2.8%

  41. #41 GOAL! The Club Manager
    71% matchMostly Negative32% of 510 reviews2022
    Dev: 2tainment
    Windows

    You are more than a coach. You are the undisputed club boss. Are you ready to dominate the league with your team in this re-imagining of the classic sports management franchise? Could you be the next manager sensation? Prove it!

    Why similar: Sports 39.7%, Management 26.3%, Strategy 13%, Simulation 13%, Choices Matter 5%

  42. #42 Football Academy Manager
    65% matchNo user reviews93% of 168 reviews2026
    Dev: Hubi
    Windows

    Run your own football academy. Scout and discover young talents, evaluate their potential, manage their development through training, and negotiate transfers with clubs to grow your prestige and influence.

    Why similar: Sports 32.9%, Management 26.6%, Tactical 14.5%, Text-Based 9.2%, Simulation 7.6%

  43. #43 Football Club Management 2023
    69% matchMixed51% of 158 reviews2022
    Dev: Go Play Games Ltd
    Windows

    Take control of a Real Football Club or create your own club, in Football Club Manager 2023 a fast-paced Football Club Management Game. Download Football Club Manager 2023 now for FREE & start your Football management journey.

    Why similar: Sports 36.7%, Management 23.3%, Tactical 13.4%, Simulation 10.6%, Immersive Sim 8.3%

  44. #44 Franchise Hockey Manager 5
    69% matchMixed60% of 154 reviews2018
    Dev: Out of the Park Developments
    Windows · Mac

    Franchise Hockey Manager 5 is the only sports strategy game licensed by the NHL ® , including the real clubs, awards, and trophies associated with the greatest hockey league in the world. FHM 5 allows you to build your hockey franchise into a perennial Stanley Cup winner YOUR way, in the current 2018-19 season or back through the entire...

    Why similar: Sports 59.2%, Simulation 19.5%, Strategy 18.2%, Indie 3.1%

  45. #45 Tennis Elbow Manager 2
    67% matchVery Positive91% of 211 reviews2021
    Dev: Mana Games
    Windows · Mac

    Become a tennis coach and manage up to 9 players: take care of training sessions, planning, sponsors, team members, and take control of them on the tennis court if you wish so! Will you be able to lead your players to the top of the world hierarchy?

    Why similar: Real Time Tactics 22.7%, Sports 22.3%, Management 16.3%, Text-Based 12.4%, Tactical 9.7%

  46. #46 Hockey Manager 20|20
    68% matchMixed67% of 93 reviews2020
    Dev: netmin games
    Windows

    Enjoy the state of the art hockey management. Prove yourself as a manager and coach in the day-to-day business of ice hockey and lead your favorite club to fame and fortune.

    Why similar: Sports 34%, Management 24.6%, Artificial Intelligence 16.2%, Simulation 9.4%, Choices Matter 7%

  47. #47 Astonishing Baseball Manager
    67% matchVery Positive83% of 83 reviews2022
    Dev: AerilysPub: Studio Zero
    Windows · Mac

    Build your dream lineup, manage a baseball team, sign contracts and live the exciting life of a baseball manager!

    Why similar: Sports 24.7%, Text-Based 18.4%, Management 16.3%, Immersive Sim 13.3%, Strategy 8.2%

  48. #48 Football Coach: College Dynasty
    63% matchOverwhelmingly Positive95% of 1,422 reviews2025
    Dev: Coach Apps
    Windows · Mac

    A true college football management game. Play as a coach or a school, recruit players, develop your team, and compete for national championships. Build a college football dynasty and become a coaching legend!

    Why similar: Sports 38.9%, Management 16.4%, Text-Based 15.5%, Simulation 14.3%, Resource Management 5.2%

  49. #49 Franchise Hockey Manager 6
    67% matchMostly Positive78% of 333 reviews2019
    Dev: Out of the Park Developments
    Windows · Mac
    Median: 8.0 hrsMean: 75.9 hrs≥1hr: 91%

    Franchise Hockey Manager returns for the 2019-20 season with plenty of additions to the deepest, most authentic hockey strategy gaming experience you can find. Choose one of 32 leagues around the globe and select a team to guide to glory, including a chance at the ultimate prize, the Stanley Cup®.

    Why similar: Sports 51.6%, Simulation 16.6%, Strategy 16.6%, Management 12.5%, Indie 2.8%

  50. #50 World Basketball Tycoon
    71% matchVery Negative16% of 108 reviews2013
    Dev: Icehole GamesPub: Strategy First
    Windows
    Median: 36 minMean: 14.5 hrs≥1hr: 40%

    WBM Tycoon is a fresh look in sports strategy games that combines the classic manager game with the financial management and development of a Tycoon type game. As the Club Owner you must generate (or loan) the necessary funds in order to expand the club's facilities, raise the financial level and improve the team's roster.

    Why similar: Simulation 51.8%, Management 48.2%

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