- #1 Rugby Union Team Manager 3
97% matchMixed69% of 61 reviews2020
Dev: Alternative Software Ltd
Windows · Mac
The third instalment of “The Number 1 Rugby Union Management Game”. Rugby Union Team Manager 3 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 69.9% ★, Sports 15.3%, Management 6.8%, Simulation 3.8%, Strategy 2.6%
- #2 Rugby League Team Manager 3
96% matchMostly Positive78% of 77 reviews2020
Dev: Alternative Software Ltd
Windows · Mac
The third instalment of “The Number 1 Rugby League Management Game”. The biggest leagues and competitions. Take full control of managing your own Rugby League club. Training schedules, coaches, physios, scouting, finances, sponsors and more. MUCH MORE!
Why similar: Rugby 32.6% ★, Sports 16.3%, Football (American) 16.2% ★, Management 13.3%, Simulation 5.4%
- #3 Rugby Union Team Manager 2015
96% matchMixed57% of 81 reviews2014
Dev: Alternative Software Ltd
Windows
Rugby Union Team Manager 2015 immerses you in the world of Rugby management. Battle your way through season after season; securing success both on and off the field. Pleasing the fans, and the star players whilst maintaining the backing of the boardroom. You are in complete control!
Why similar: Rugby 76.1% ★, Sports 8%, Management 7.7%, Strategy 4.7%, Simulation 2.5%
- #4 Rugby Union Team Manager 2017
95% matchMixed54% of 102 reviews2016
Dev: Alternative Software Ltd
Windows · Mac
“The Number 1 Rugby Union Management Game”. Immerse yourself fully into the thrilling and dynamic world of Rugby Union management. Featuring players from the best leagues, and competitions from around the World. Have you got what it takes to steer your club to glory?
Why similar: Rugby 75.5% ★, Sports 9.1%, Management 6.9%, Strategy 4.5%, Simulation 2.9%
- #5 RUGBY 20
94% matchMostly Positive71% of 217 reviews2020
Dev: Eko SoftwarePub: Nacon
Windows
Rugby 20 gives you the complete rugby experience! With overhauled tactics management, optimised graphics and more realistic player behaviour, the game is a true reflection of modern rugby.
Why similar: Rugby 47.6% ★, Sports 33.3%, Simulation 10.6%, Management 5.5%, Real Time Tactics 3.1%
- #6 Rugby League Team Manager 2015
94% matchMixed70% of 53 reviews2015
Dev: Alternative Software Ltd
Windows
Rugby League Team Manager 2015 puts you, the player, in the heart of the action, of managing your own Rugby League club. The season is long, and the challenges aplenty, as you navigate your way through domestic campaigns and international competitions, within officially licensed leagues.
Why similar: Rugby 74.9% ★, Sports 8.4%, Management 8%, Strategy 5.1%, Simulation 2.6%
- #7 National Rugby Manager
93% 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 78.3% ★, Sports 12.7%, Simulation 4.7%, Strategy 4.3%
- #8 Blackout Rugby - World Cup Edition
91% 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 63.8% ★, Sports 13.7%, Management 10.4%, Simulation 4.4%, Strategy 4.1%
- #9 Tennis Manager 25
91% 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 15.3%, Strategy RPG 15%, Life Sim 14.1%, Grand Strategy 9.4% ★, Immersive Sim 9.2%
- #10 Pro Rugby Manager 2015
92% 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 64.5%, Strategy 18%, Simulation 17.4%
- #11 Rugby 22
90% matchMostly Positive77% of 491 reviews2022
Dev: Eko SoftwarePub: Nacon
Windows
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: Rugby 51.1% ★, Sports 25.3%, Management 12.3%, Simulation 7.7%, 3D 2.1%
- #12 Rugby League 26
89% matchMostly Negative35% of 468 reviews2025
Dev: Big Ant StudiosPub: Nacon
Windows
GET READY FOR GREATNESS Step onto the pitch in the most authentic Rugby League experience ever! Whether you're chasing club glory, building a custom ‘Pro Team’, or rising through the ranks with a self-made superstar, Rugby League 26 puts YOU at the heart of the action.
Why similar: Rugby 65% ★, Sports 24.8%, Simulation 5.5%, 3D 3.6%, Singleplayer 1.1%
- #13 Rugby 25
87% matchMostly Negative37% of 543 reviews2025
Dev: Big Ant StudiosPub: Nacon
Windows
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 68.9% ★, Sports 18.7%, Football (American) 6.3% ★, 3D 3.4%, Simulation 1.8%
- #14 Rugby Champions
86% matchMostly Positive75% of 92 reviews2019
Dev: Biological Systems ModelingPub: Alternative Software Ltd
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 71.9% ★, Sports 20.9%, Strategy 6.7%, Singleplayer 0.4%
- #15 Axis Football 2026
83% matchMostly Positive75% of 96 reviews2025
Dev: Axis Games
Windows · Mac · Linux
Axis Football 2026 is a complete American Football Simulation featuring fluid gameplay, endless customization, and the industry's best franchise mode.
Why similar: Football (American) 26.6% ★, Sports 16.6%, Grand Strategy 15.1% ★, Management 12%, Immersive Sim 5.9%
- #16 Axis Football 2024
84% matchMostly Positive71% of 210 reviews2023
Dev: Axis Games
Windows · Mac · Linux
Axis Football is a simulation-style football game featuring the industry's best franchise mode, massive customization, and realistic gameplay.
Why similar: Grand Strategy 21.8% ★, Football (American) 19.4% ★, Sports 18.2%, Immersive Sim 8.8%, Management 7.8%
- #17 Tennis Manager 2024
82% 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 27.5%, Management 15.6%, Life Sim 10.4%, Immersive Sim 8.2%, Strategy RPG 8%
- #18 Football Coach: College Dynasty
79% 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 31.9%, Football (American) 29.7% ★, Management 13.9%, Simulation 11%, Choices Matter 6.4%
- #19 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: Sports 26.4%, Management 14.6%, Real Time Tactics 13.3%, Immersive Sim 12.4%, Simulation 8.6%
- #20 International Basketball Manager 23
80% 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: Sports 22.5%, Real Time Tactics 13.5%, Immersive Sim 13.1%, Management 13.1%, Artificial Intelligence 8.7%
- #21 RUGBY 18
82% matchMixed51% of 123 reviews2017
Dev: Eko SoftwarePub: Nacon
Windows
Live the intensity of the greatest matches. Play as the most prestigious teams and championships: Aviva Premiership Rugby, PRO14, National Teams... Master all the game phases, face other players online and build up your dream team in My Squad mode.
Why similar: Rugby 79.9% ★, Sports 20.1%
- #22 Franchise Hockey Manager 4
81% matchMixed65% of 146 reviews2017
Dev: Out of the Park Developments
Windows · Mac
Median: 7.6 hrsMean: 7.8 hrs≥1hr: 97%
The Most Hockey Ever! Franchise Hockey Manager 4 is the deepest, most authentic hockey strategy game available. FHM 4 is officially licensed by the NHL®, includes real 2017-18 rosters, packs even more features than any of its predecessors, and takes the series to a whole new level in terms of realism and gameplay.
Why similar: Sports 63.3%, Strategy 19%, Simulation 17.7%
- #23 Handball Manager 2021
79% 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 33.2%, Management 19.3%, Life Sim 17.7%, Simulation 9.5%, Choices Matter 8.2%
- #24 Tennis Manager 2022
78% 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 26.9%, Management 19.2%, Simulation 9.3%, Immersive Sim 9.1%, Strategy 8.2%
- #25 GT Manager
77% 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 22.6%, Management 16.2%, Immersive Sim 14.5%, Real Time Tactics 14%, Simulation 8.8%
- #26 Pro Basketball Manager 2025
76% 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: Sports 32%, Management 16.4%, Immersive Sim 14.6%, Trading 8.3% ★, Strategy 7.9%
- #27 Striker Manager 3 - Online Football Manager
75% matchMostly Positive76% of 83 reviews2024
Dev: UPLAY Online
Windows
Join the online Football Revolution and become the best Manager ever. Striker Manager 3 represents the nextgen of Football Manager games. Control all the management tools that Striker Manager 3 puts at your fingertips to take your team to the top.
Why similar: Sports 32.7%, Grand Strategy 23.1% ★, Real Time Tactics 11.3%, Strategy 10%, Simulation 9.3%
- #28 Axis Football 2023
74% matchMostly Positive78% of 269 reviews2022
Dev: Axis Games
Windows · Mac · Linux
Axis Football is a simulation-style football game featuring the industry's best franchise mode, massive customization, and realistic gameplay.
Why similar: Sports 29.1%, Football (American) 28.3% ★, Management 11.7%, Simulation 8.8%, Strategy 8.5%
- #29 Soccer Manager 2026
72% 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 24.1%, Management 18.1%, Real Time Tactics 17.4%, Immersive Sim 13%, Simulation 8.3%
- #30 Football Manager 26
72% 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 47.3%, Management 21%, Simulation 15.8%, Strategy 13.8%, Singleplayer 2.1%
- #31 Front Office Football Nine
73% matchMostly Positive79% of 165 reviews2023
Dev: Solecismic Software
Windows
Put yourself in the Front Office with Front Office Football, the professional football simulation from Solecismic Software. Manage your roster through trading, free agency and the amateur draft. Create game plans, organize depth charts and watch your franchise thrive for decades.
Why similar: Football (American) 35.5% ★, Sports 27.1%, Simulation 8.9%, Choices Matter 8.2%, Immersive Sim 7.2%
- #32 Tennis Manager 2023
73% 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 37.5%, Simulation 12.7%, Strategy 11.7%, Artificial Intelligence 9.2%, 3D 7.5%
- #33 Pro Basketball Manager 2026
71% matchMostly Positive76% of 84 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: Sports 21.3%, Real Time Tactics 16.2%, Management 15.4%, Immersive Sim 8.6%, Simulation 7.4%
- #34 Hockey Manager 20|20
74% 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 20.2%, Grand Strategy 19.6% ★, Life Sim 15.3%, Management 15%, Artificial Intelligence 9.1%
- #35 Axis Football 2020
73% matchMixed67% of 178 reviews2020
Dev: Axis Games
Windows · Mac · Linux
Axis Football features football gaming's deepest Franchise Mode and massively improved simulation-style gameplay.
Why similar: Football (American) 32.3% ★, Sports 30.5%, Management 13.1%, Simulation 9%, Strategy 8.1%
- #36 WE ARE FOOTBALL 2024
70% 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 34.2%, Management 24.3%, Simulation 11.4%, Strategy 10.1%, Resource Management 8.8%
- #37 WE ARE FOOTBALL
68% matchMostly Positive77% of 1,447 reviews2021
Dev: Winning Streak GamesPub: THQ Nordic
Windows
Median: 5.3 hrsMean: 34.3 hrs≥1hr: 90%
Lead your football club through national championships and to international stardom. Take over an established men’s or women’s team of your choice as its manager or bring a small team into the big league.
Why similar: Sports 45.2%, Management 19.2%, Strategy 10.7%, Simulation 10.1%, Choices Matter 8.8%
- #38 Draft Day Sports: Pro Football 2021
71% matchMixed59% of 54 reviews2020
Dev: Wolverine Studios
Windows
Draft Day Sports: Pro Football 2021 puts you in the role of general manager of your favorite football team. Every decision can be made by you from drafting, trading, signing free agents right down to creating and calling your own plays to lead your team to championship glory and becoming a dynasty.
Why similar: Football (American) 43.9% ★, Sports 34.2%, Simulation 10.9%, Strategy 9.7%, Singleplayer 1.3%
- #39 Axis Football 2019
70% matchMixed69% of 117 reviews2019
Dev: Axis Games
Windows · Mac · Linux
Axis Football is an American football simulation featuring immersive gameplay, a deep franchise mode, and extensive customization.
Why similar: Sports 44.3%, Football (American) 20% ★, Simulation 15%, Strategy 10%, Management 9.6%
- #40 Pro Cycling Manager 25
66% matchMostly Positive75% of 640 reviews2025
Dev: Cyanide StudioPub: Nacon
Windows
New graphics for an even more realistic simulation. Become a team manager and lead your riders to the top. Choosing sponsors, recruiting riders, managing the race, it's all up to you.
Why similar: Sports 43.9%, Management 24.2%, Simulation 13.5%, 3D 7.9%, Strategy 5.7%
- #41 New Star™ Manager
68% matchVery Positive87% of 514 reviews2018
Dev: New Star Games Ltd.Pub: Five Aces Publishing Ltd.
Windows · Mac
Median: 6.5 hrsMean: 99.1 hrs≥1hr: 85%
This is soccer management like you’ve never experienced it - Be more than just a player, be the head, the heart, and backbone of New Star FC. Be the Manager.
Why similar: Sports 54.7%, Management 24.2%, Simulation 21.1%
- #42 Club Soccer Director 2022
69% matchMixed66% of 110 reviews2022
Dev: Go Play Games LtdPub: Go Play Games Ltd
Windows
Take control of a Real Football Club or create your own club, in Club Soccer Director 2022 a fast-paced Football Club Management Game. Download Club Soccer Director 2022 now for FREE & start your Football management journey.
Why similar: Sports 43.2%, Simulation 15.5%, Immersive Sim 14.7%, Strategy 12.9%, Management 12%
- #43 Axis Football 2017
69% matchMixed64% of 171 reviews2017
Dev: Axis Games
Windows · Mac · Linux
Axis Football is an American football simulation featuring massive customization and a complete franchise mode
Why similar: Football (American) 54.1% ★, Sports 23.7%, Management 9.2%, Simulation 8%, Strategy 4%
- #44 Teamfight Manager
65% 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 42.4%, Simulation 20%, Sports 16.3%, Choices Matter 8.7%, Strategy 5.3%
- #45 Club Manager 2016
69% matchMixed54% of 99 reviews2015
Dev: BigBlaze GamesPub: 2tainment GmbH
Windows
In Club Manager, you will take on the role of an up-and-coming football manager. Start with a team in the 8th league or take over an existing team from the higher leagues and lead your team towards victory. Club Manager returns to the virtues of classic soccer managers with a focus on the essentials.
Why similar: Grand Strategy 27.3% ★, Sports 23.8%, Management 16.1%, Simulation 7.6%, Choices Matter 7.5%
- #46 Axis Football 2016
68% matchMostly Positive75% of 125 reviews2016
Dev: Axis Games
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 3.6 hrsMean: 4.4 hrs≥1hr: 96%
Axis Football is a an American football simulation featuring innovative aimed passing and massive customization.
Why similar: Sports 43.1%, Football (American) 26.5% ★, Simulation 12.1%, Management 11.5%, Strategy 5%
- #47 Axis Football 2021
67% matchMixed63% of 139 reviews2021
Dev: Axis Games
Windows · Mac · Linux
Axis Football is a simulation-style football game featuring the industry's best franchise mode, massive customization, and realistic gameplay.
Why similar: Sports 32.6%, Football (American) 31.9% ★, Simulation 10%, Management 9%, Strategy 8.7%
- #48 Front Office Football Seven
67% matchVery Positive82% of 143 reviews2015
Dev: Solecismic Software
Windows
Put yourself in the Front Office with Front Office Football, the professional football simulation from Solecismic Software. Manage your roster through trading, free agency and the amateur draft. Create game plans, organize depth charts and watch your franchise thrive for decades.
Why similar: Football (American) 54.4% ★, Sports 20.5%, Management 12.3%, Simulation 6.9%, Strategy 5.9%