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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.

Reviews: Mostly Positive — 77% — of 491 reviews
Released: 2022-01-27
Developer: Eko Software
Publisher: Nacon
Genres: Simulation, Sports
Platforms: Windows

Overview

Rugby 22 offers a dedicated, realistic simulation of rugby union, balancing tactical depth with physical, team-based gameplay. These recommendations focus on high-fidelity sports simulations, management-heavy titles, and team-based sports games that capture the intensity and strategic requirements of the sport.

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    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: Rugby 50.8%, Sports 26.3%, Local Multiplayer 7.4%, Realistic 6.5%, Multiplayer 2.5%

    Why You'll Like It: As the latest entry in the series, it offers updated rosters and refined physics for a modern rugby experience.

  2. #2 Rugby Union Team Manager 4
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    The fourth instalment of “The Number 1 Rugby Union Management Game”. Rugby Union Team Manager 4 gives you full control of managing your own Rugby Union team. Training schedules, coaches, physios, scouting, finances, sponsors, facilities and more. MUCH MORE!

    Why similar: Rugby 51.1%, Sports 25.3%, Management 12.3%, Simulation 7.7%, 3D 2.1%

    Why You'll Like It: This game focuses heavily on the management and tactical side of rugby union, perfect for those who enjoy the strategy behind the sport.

  3. #3 Cricket 22
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    Dev: Big Ant StudiosPub: Nacon
    Windows

    Cricket 22 delivers the Ashes, the Big Bash, The Hundred, and a multitude of other fan-favourite competitions! All-new mechanics, commentary, and a captivating, narrative driven career mode, will immediately immerse you in the ultimate cricket experience to date.

    Why similar: Sports 40.8%, Realistic 13.8%, Simulation 13.3%, Management 12.2%, Family Friendly 8.9%

    Why You'll Like It: This title offers a high-production sports simulation with realistic physics and deep gameplay mechanics.

  4. #4 AFL 23
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    Windows

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    Why similar: Sports 26.8%, eSports 12.3%, Local Multiplayer 12%, Management 9.8%, Team-Based 8.4%

    Why You'll Like It: It features a similar high-fidelity sports simulation engine and focuses on team-based tactical play.

  5. #5 AO Tennis 2
    91% matchMixed70% of 1,662 reviews2020
    Dev: Big Ant StudiosPub: Nacon
    Windows
    Median: 3.3 hrsMean: 14.8 hrs≥1hr: 75%

    AO Tennis 2 is the only tennis experience designed for and by its community. Create your own players, stadiums and legendary matches. Enter the competition to reach the top of world tennis in Career Mode.

    Why similar: Sports 39.9%, Management 17%, Realistic 14%, Simulation 11.3%, PvP 8.8%

    Why You'll Like It: A strong simulation title that captures the nuances and tactical depth of a niche sport.

  6. #6 Tennis World Tour 2
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    Dev: Big Ant StudiosPub: Nacon
    Windows

    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 40.9%, Local Multiplayer 16.6%, Realistic 10.3%, Management 9.8%, Multiplayer 6.4%

    Why You'll Like It: It focuses on individual and team-based sports strategy with a strong emphasis on realistic movement.

  7. #7 Handball 21
    90% matchMixed42% of 129 reviews2020
    Dev: Eko SoftwarePub: Nacon
    Windows

    Experience the intensity of one of the most complete sports! With accurately reproduced handball motions, the most lifelike players and tactics management deeply integrated into the gameplay, this is the most realistic handball simulation ever made.

    Why similar: Sports 37.9%, Management 16.2%, Realistic 12.5%, Local Multiplayer 10.7%, PvP 8.5%

    Why You'll Like It: A niche team-based sports simulation that mirrors the intensity of rugby's fast-paced matches.

  8. #8 Tour de France 2023
    86% matchVery Positive81% of 165 reviews2023
    Dev: CyanidePub: Nacon
    Windows

    Ride shoulder to shoulder with the best cyclists and show your panache to triumph on the Champs-Elysées in the official video game of the Tour de France 2023! Compete in mountain or flat stages and experience all the action of the Grande Boucle.

    Why similar: Sports 41.1%, Management 19.2%, Realistic 14%, Simulation 13.7%, Family Friendly 7.4%

    Why You'll Like It: A realistic sports simulation that incorporates management elements and tactical decision-making.

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    87% matchMostly Positive75% of 92 reviews2019
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    Windows

    Rugby Champions brings the thrill and physicality of rugby right to your fingertips. Fight for every meter of ground in the most intense rugby game ever. Guide your team to glory and create history to become the Rugby Champions.

    Why similar: Rugby 64%, Sports 35.5%, Singleplayer 0.5%

    Why You'll Like It: Offers an action-oriented approach to rugby that emphasizes the physical nature of the sport.

  10. #10 Pro Cycling Manager 2023
    85% matchMostly Positive77% of 634 reviews2023
    Dev: Cyanide StudioPub: Nacon
    Windows

    Manage a team of professional cyclists: control the budget, recruit young talent, train riders and devise race strategies. Jostle for position to reach the top of the world rankings!

    Why similar: Sports 41.9%, Simulation 15%, Management 13.6%, Competitive 9.8%, Realistic 7.9%

    Why You'll Like It: Combines deep management simulation with tactical sports gameplay for a comprehensive experience.

  11. #11 Super Mega Baseball™ 4
    84% matchMostly Positive78% of 1,325 reviews2023
    Dev: Metalhead Software Inc.Pub: Electronic Arts
    Windows
    Median: 2.6 hrsMean: 27.6 hrs≥1hr: 68%

    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 50.6%, Simulation 14%, eSports 10.6%, Family Friendly 9.2%, PvP 7.2%

    Why You'll Like It: It offers an accessible yet deep sports simulation that balances fun gameplay with tactical depth.

  12. #12 National Rugby Manager
    86% matchMixed67% of 54 reviews2018
    Dev: Biological Systems ModelingPub: Alternative Software
    Windows

    With the best match engine ever seen in a rugby manager, combined with the best rugby teams and players in the French Leagues at your fingertips, National Rugby Manager gives you the chance to lead your team to glory and conquer French rugby.

    Why similar: Rugby 70.6%, Sports 21.9%, Simulation 7.6%

    Why You'll Like It: A dedicated management-focused simulation for rugby fans who prefer strategy over direct control.

  13. #13 Blackout Rugby - World Cup Edition
    84% matchMixed66% of 128 reviews2022
    Dev: Blackout Games
    Windows · Mac · Linux

    Blackout Rugby is a modern, multiplayer, social, world-class Rugby Manager Game! Take control of a novice club and sidestep and fend your way to glory. Take on people all around the world as you strategise, conquer the league, battle your way up the ladder, and build up your club infrastructure.

    Why similar: Rugby 53.7%, Sports 22%, Management 11%, Simulation 6.6%, Competitive 4%

    Why You'll Like It: A free-to-play management simulation that allows players to build their own rugby legacy.

  14. #14 Motorsport Manager
    82% matchVery Positive92% of 14,004 reviews2016
    Dev: Playsport GamesPub: Miniclip
    Windows · Mac · Linux
    Median: 5.8 hrsMean: 41.5 hrs≥1hr: 91%

    Have you got what it takes to become the manager of a high-performance motorsport team? Motorsport Manager is a highly detailed, best-in-class management game for fans of motorsport. You’ll hire the drivers, build the cars and embed yourself in the dynamic world of racing.

    Why similar: Sports 40.9%, Management 38.9%, Simulation 17.8%, Singleplayer 1.4%, Multiplayer 1%

    Why You'll Like It: An excellent management simulation that requires the same strategic foresight needed in rugby management.

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    80% matchVery Positive92% of 4,025 reviews2019
    Dev: Big Ant Studios
    Windows

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    Windows
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    Windows · Mac

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    Why similar: Rugby 69.9%, Sports 16.1%, Management 8%, Simulation 4.8%, Singleplayer 1.2%

    Why You'll Like It: A historical management simulation that provides a deep look at the sport's tactical evolution.

  20. #20 Pro Rugby Manager 2015
    83% matchMostly Negative20% of 168 reviews2014
    Dev: CyanidePub: 505 Games
    Windows

    Take the lead of your favourite rugby union team.Pro Rugby Manager 2015 covers all aspects of the challenges of a real rugby union manager: guarantee sporting success on the field and financial success off it and be the next Champion!

    Why similar: Sports 79.8%, Simulation 20.2%

    Why You'll Like It: A classic management simulation that provides a deep look at the administrative side of rugby.

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    Median: 83.8 hrsMean: 194.2 hrs≥1hr: 96%

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  22. #22 Rugby League 26
    77% matchMostly Negative35% of 468 reviews2025
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    Dev: Big Ant StudiosPub: Nacon
    Windows

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  25. #25 Rugby Union Team Manager 2015
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    Windows

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    Why similar: Rugby 71.3%, Sports 14.3%, Management 9.1%, Simulation 4.3%, Singleplayer 1.1%

    Why You'll Like It: A classic entry in the management series that remains a solid choice for rugby strategy fans.

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    73% matchMixed59% of 42,427 reviews2024
    Dev: Visual ConceptsPub: 2K
    Windows
    Median: 34.1 hrsMean: 99.0 hrs≥1hr: 95%

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    71% matchMixed53% of 104,583 reviews2024
    Dev: EA CanadaPub: Electronic Arts
    Windows
    Median: 70.2 hrsMean: 148.2 hrs≥1hr: 97%

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  28. #28 RUGBY 18
    76% matchMixed51% of 123 reviews2017
    Dev: Eko SoftwarePub: Nacon
    Windows

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    73% matchVery Positive81% of 1,585 reviews2022
    Dev: Milestone S.r.l.
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    Median: 4.5 hrsMean: 16.8 hrs≥1hr: 90%

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    Windows
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    Dev: Alternative Software Ltd
    Windows

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    71% matchMixed61% of 317 reviews2022
    Dev: Milestone S.r.l.
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    Median: 3.1 hrsMean: 8.1 hrs≥1hr: 81%

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    Windows
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    66% matchVery Positive83% of 230 reviews2025
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    68% matchVery Positive85% of 705 reviews2022
    Dev: Cyanide StudioPub: Nacon
    Windows
    Median: 5.9 hrsMean: 46.2 hrs≥1hr: 98%

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    70% matchMixed54% of 723 reviews2019
    Dev: Black Sheep StudioPub: Nacon
    Windows
    Median: 54 minMean: 3.2 hrs≥1hr: 48%

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    Why similar: Sports 95.3%, Multiplayer 4.7%

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    66% matchMixed60% of 21,826 reviews2024
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    Windows
    Median: 14.6 hrsMean: 48.5 hrs≥1hr: 95%

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    67% matchMostly Positive76% of 177 reviews2022
    Dev: Cyanide StudioPub: Nacon
    Windows

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    64% matchMostly Negative32% of 30,190 reviews2025
    Dev: Sports InteractivePub: SEGA
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    Median: 56.1 hrsMean: 110.5 hrs≥1hr: 96%

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