- #1 MicroProse™ Soccer
97% matchMostly Positive75% of 16 reviews2021
Dev: MicroProsePub: Ziggurat
Windows
MicroProse™ Soccer is an accessible and engaging classic soccer game that lets you compete against a friend or CPU opponent at world class level in the World Cup, International Challenge, or in the indoor league.
Why similar: Football (Soccer) 42.8% ★, Sports 35.7%, Retro 10.3%, Top-Down 3.9%, Pixel Graphics 3.3%
- #2 XP Soccer
96% matchVery Positive82% of 124 reviews2022
Dev: Dave XP
Windows · Mac · Linux
XP Soccer is a love letter to the classic soccer games from the NES era!
Why similar: Football (Soccer) 43.2% ★, Sports 35.3%, Retro 9.5%, Pixel Graphics 3.6%, Old School 3.4%
- #3 No Stars Football
96% matchNo user reviews2026
Dev: Yak2000
Windows · Mac · Linux
A retro pixel-art soccer game with old-school arcade action on the pitch and a deep management sim underneath - play or simulate every match, build a squad, and take a club from the lower divisions to the title over a full multi-season career.
Why similar: Sports 43.3%, Football (Soccer) 39.6% ★, Top-Down 5.9%, Retro 5.6%, 2D 2.8%
- #4 Arcade World Cups
95% match9 user reviews100% of 9 reviews2026
Dev: NicoSoftArg
Windows
Pure arcade football, inspired by an unforgettable classic. Fast matches, goals, and nonstop excitment.
Why similar: Football (Soccer) 47.8% ★, Sports 39.5%, Retro 6.4%, Pixel Graphics 3%, 2D 2.9%
- #5 Retro Soccer
94% match3 user reviews100% of 3 reviews2026
Dev: Plastic Cow Games
Windows
Retro Soccer is a highly playable well paced arcade action soccer game inspired by classics from the 90s with a visual upgrade. Compete in classic tournaments from the 86 World Cup to Euro 96 with teams having their own skill level based on FIFA world rankings of the time.
Why similar: Sports 44.1%, Football (Soccer) 41.1% ★, Retro 9.7%, Top-Down 4.7%, Singleplayer 0.5%
- #6 Penalty Shooters 2
94% match1 user reviews100% of 1 reviews2025
Dev: NUSPEKO
Windows
A fast-paced football penalty shootout game where you pick from 360 teams across 12 leagues, aim with the mouse, and click to dive as the keeper. Outsmart smart AI goalkeepers and climb from group stage to knockout glory.
Why similar: Football (Soccer) 53.2% ★, Sports 42%, 2D 3.7%, Singleplayer 1%
- #7 Match Day & International Match Day (C64/CPC/Spectrum)
93% match2 user reviews100% of 2 reviews2022
Dev: Ocean SoftwarePub: Pixel Games UK
Windows
In this thrilling football game from the mid-1980s, lead your team to victory against computer opponents, or take on your friends in multiplayer modes.
Why similar: Football (Soccer) 40.3% ★, Sports 34.7%, Retro 13.6%, Pixel Graphics 4.4%, Old School 3.5%
- #8 Actua Soccer 2
92% matchMostly Positive79% of 28 reviews2022
Dev: Gremlin InteractivePub: Pixel Games UK
Windows
In this classic soccer simulation from 1997, experience fast-paced action with a variety of game modes, from friendlies to seasons. Play with one of 11 national teams, Alan Shearer's hand picked All Star team, or your own custom team. Features motion capture from a young Michael Owen.
Why similar: Football (Soccer) 44.3% ★, Sports 37.9%, Retro 11%, Old School 4.9%, Multiplayer 1.5%
- #9 16-Bit Soccer
91% match8 user reviews75% of 8 reviews2021
Dev: Sprakelsoft GmbH
Windows
Do you love those soccer games on consoles & home computers from the 90s?
Why similar: Football (Soccer) 43.5% ★, Sports 34.2%, Retro 10.6%, Pixel Graphics 4.8%, Multiplayer 4.4%
- #10 TriFute - Online Button Soccer
91% match5 user reviews83% of 5 reviews2024
Dev: Douglas Maieski
Windows
TriFute, a unique button soccer game, allows you to play dynamic matches against online opponents or local multiplayer.
Why similar: Sports 51.3%, Football (Soccer) 44.9% ★, Multiplayer 3.8%
- #11 Ultimo Soccer UDC
89% match3 user reviews100% of 3 reviews2021
Dev: Ultimo Games
Windows
Dribble past all the obstacles in this skill-based soccer game.
Why similar: Football (Soccer) 47.2% ★, Sports 34.2%, Retro 5.1%, Old School 4.5%, Top-Down 3.9%
- #12 Tiny Football
89% matchMostly Positive74% of 96 reviews2023
Dev: Martyn BissettPub: MicroProse Software
Windows
Tiny Football is a throwback to classic top-down football games of the 80’s and 90's. Compete with over 200 national and club teams in a variety of tournaments against your friends or the computer.
Why similar: Football (Soccer) 40.7% ★, Sports 31.9%, Retro 9.2%, Top-Down 6.7%, Pixel Graphics 4.3%
- #13 Legendary Eleven: Epic Football
88% matchMostly Positive72% of 131 reviews2019
Dev: Eclipse GamesPub: Eclipse Gamse
Windows
Median: 1.5 hrsMean: 6.5 hrs≥1hr: 63%
Legendary Eleven is an epic arcade football game inspired by the golden age of football spanning the 70's to the 90's. Choose from 36 teams full of glorious haircuts, moustaches and legends in short shorts. Lead them to glory and win the World Cup!
Why similar: Football (Soccer) 60.1% ★, Sports 37.7%, Multiplayer 2.2%
- #14 Backyard Soccer '98
86% matchVery Positive96% of 219 reviews2024
Dev: Mega Cat StudiosPub: Playground Productions
Windows
Return to the soccer field with your favorite Backyard athletes! The original Backyard Soccer 1998 is back and now enhanced to run on Steam. Build your roster from among the iconic Backyard Kids. Kick, pass, and score in this classic game that made soccer fun for everyone!
Why similar: Football (Soccer) 49.3% ★, Sports 43%, Retro 4.7%, Pixel Graphics 2.6%, Singleplayer 0.4%
- #15 Kevin Toms Football Star Manager
85% matchPositive92% of 38 reviews2025
Dev: Kevin TomsPub: Curveball Games
Windows
The original retro-styled football management game remade and re-released in 2025. It's a faithful recreation of the original groundbreaking 1982 Football Manager, the title that launched the football-management genre!
Why similar: Football (Soccer) 46.7% ★, Sports 39.7%, Retro 7.9%, 2D 2.7%, Pixel Graphics 2.7%
- #16 Foosball - Street Edition
84% matchMostly Positive71% of 182 reviews2014
Dev: Yuisy
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 36 minMean: 5.8 hrs≥1hr: 39%
Foosball - Street Edition is a 5 VS 5 arcade football game, that puts you in the control of 9 teams of foosball players, each one with unique skills and abilities. Enjoy playing football with awesome characters in crazy locations!
Why similar: Sports 62.4%, Football (Soccer) 37.6% ★
- #17 Retro Club Dynasty Season 92/93
84% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Mezko Games
Windows
1992.... The top flight has a new name, the money is coming, and the old rules are about to change. Build a dynasty across the seasons as fees, wages, tactics, deals and grounds all grow with the decade. Poach kids. Tap up targets. Fill the stands. Survive the boom. Build your dynasty !
Why similar: Sports 45.6%, Football (Soccer) 42.1% ★, Retro 6.8%, 2D 2.7%, Multiplayer 2.3%
- #18 TicTacFootball
82% matchNo user reviews2026
Dev: Alberto Tarantino
Windows
Tic Tac Football is an arcade-style football game focused on simple controls and thoughtful play. Choose from over 220 teams in cup and league competitions, or enjoy a local 1-on-1 match against a friend or the AI. Matches are easy to pick up, but reward positioning, timing, and smart decisions.
Why similar: Football (Soccer) 43.3% ★, Sports 40.9%, Retro 7%, Old School 6%, Multiplayer 2.3%
- #19 I am Football
81% matchNo user reviews2025
Dev: Entertainment Software International
Windows
A game of soccer where you’re not the player. You’re not the coach. You’re not even the ref. You... ARE THE BALL!
Why similar: Sports 54.8%, Football (Soccer) 36.7% ★, Top-Down 7.8%, Singleplayer 0.7%
- #20 Natural Soccer
81% matchMostly Positive74% of 77 reviews2015
Dev: Thorsten Schleinzer
Windows
Natural Soccer is a highly playable arcade soccer game with fast-paced action, accurate physics and intuitive controls, inspired by classics like "Kick Off" and "Sensible Soccer".
Why similar: Sports 49.6%, Football (Soccer) 34.2% ★, Retro 7.7%, Top-Down 5.8%, Pixel Graphics 2.7%
- #21 Soccer Rage
80% matchVery Positive81% of 647 reviews2015
Dev: Stamina-Games
Windows
Median: 18 minMean: 1.4 hrs≥1hr: 24%
Soccer Rage is a sport/action game that features: a hybrid engine of soccer and fighting. This game has a dynamic and fast paced soccer gameplay. There are no red cards, no off-sides, no outside balls, no substitutions, brutal fouls are allowed along with fighting.
Why similar: Sports 55.3%, Football (Soccer) 44.7% ★
- #22 Bad Football
78% matchPositive89% of 18 reviews2026
Dev: major outage
Windows · Mac
The arcade football game built to ruin friendships. Fast, brutal, lawless. Pick from 48 national teams and lift the Worst Cup, or wreck a friend in local 1v1.
Why similar: Football (Soccer) 50.8% ★, Sports 27.2%, Retro 12.6%, Pixel Graphics 4.2%, Multiplayer 2.7%
- #23 New Star™ Soccer 5
79% matchMostly Positive70% of 882 reviews2012
Dev: New Star Games
Windows
Median: 2.6 hrsMean: 13.6 hrs≥1hr: 63%
Live the life of an up-and-coming superstar in this unique football career game. Start out as a 16 year old lad and work your way to the top to become a footballing legend!
Why similar: Sports 54.2%, Football (Soccer) 45.8% ★
- #24 Cock Soccer
78% matchPositive90% of 10 reviews2022
Dev: Lobosandia
Windows · Linux
Cock Soccer is a multiplayer, arcade-style 2.5d sports game with multiple customizable characters to choose from, chaotic gameplay that fuses soccer with some beat 'em up elements and maps with traps that can change the course of the match in unexpected ways!
Why similar: Sports 60.8%, Football (Soccer) 35.5% ★, Multiplayer 3.7%
- #25 LemonFC - Der Fußball-Manager
77% match6 user reviews100% of 6 reviews2026
Dev: Lemoncookie Studios
Windows
A football manager like they used to make: negotiate with clubs, players and sponsors, keep your dressing room, your board and your private life from falling apart — and follow every match in a live ticker with drama and a wink. Deep simulation with humour and heart. German language only.
Why similar: Sports 46.3%, Football (Soccer) 42.6% ★, Retro 10.7%, Singleplayer 0.5%
- #26 Football Club Manager 26 LIVE
76% match7 user reviews86% of 7 reviews2025
Dev: Halfspace Games
Windows
Multiplayer football management built on fair competition. Outsmart rivals with skill and strategy - no random packs, no pay-to-win gameplay. Take charge of your club, build your squad, and prove yourself on the world stage.
Why similar: Football (Soccer) 53.9% ★, Sports 41.5%, Multiplayer 2.6%, 2D 2%
- #27 Retro Football Boss
77% matchMixed55% of 40 reviews2016
Dev: 1888 GamesPub: Plug In Digital
Windows · Mac
Retro Football Boss is a historical football management simulation featuring the English professional leagues from 1888 to 1998 (with German leagues coming soon). This is your chance to take a trip down memory lane or right the wrongs of the past.
Why similar: Football (Soccer) 55.8% ★, Sports 35.4%, Retro 8.7%
- #28 Jaleco Sports: Goal! 2
75% match1 user reviews100% of 1 reviews2026
Dev: Sickhead GamesPub: Rock It Games
Windows
Welcome to the world’s most popular sport with the kind of detail and realism that only Jaleco can deliver!
Why similar: Sports 47.3%, Football (Soccer) 28.3% ★, Retro 7.2%, Old School 6.3%, Pixel Graphics 5.1%
- #29 Football Manager 26
74% matchMostly Negative36% of 36,287 reviews2025
Dev: Sports InteractivePub: SEGA
Windows · Mac
Median: 59.1 hrsMean: 163.0 hrs≥1hr: 96%
Step into the dugout and experience the future of football management.
Why similar: Football (Soccer) 50.1% ★, Sports 45%, Multiplayer 4.2%, Singleplayer 0.7%
- #30 Football tournament
75% matchMixed55% of 11 reviews2021
Dev: Phoenixxx Games
Windows
Football has united all the countries of the world on the football field, and numerous football tournaments are held every year. This time there is a place for your team in the standings, choose it and play football.
Why similar: Football (Soccer) 50.7% ★, Sports 42.3%, Top-Down 4.5%, 2D 2.1%, Singleplayer 0.4%
- #31 Bang Average Football – Play, Manage, Create
72% matchVery Positive95% of 474 reviews2024
Dev: ruairi dxPub: Secret Mode
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 3.4 hrsMean: 5.2 hrs≥1hr: 70%
Celebrate the beautiful game in Bang Average Football, a fast-paced, easy-to-learn arcade football game for 1-4 players. Play with friends in co-op and PvP multiplayer, turn an underdog team into champions as player-manager in Story mode, or design your own teams, leagues, and tournaments.
Why similar: Football (Soccer) 48.8% ★, Sports 31.8%, Retro 8.8%, Pixel Graphics 4%, Multiplayer 3.3%
- #32 Bit Footballer: The Career
73% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Gaboo Arts Entertainment
Windows
You're the player — not the manager. Start on the bench at a fourth-division village ground and play your way up to the title. Every career runs in its own generated world: 74 clubs, four divisions, and a scout who sees everything.
Why similar: Sports 52.7%, Football (Soccer) 46.7% ★, Singleplayer 0.6%
- #33 Eye of the Match: The VAR Game
73% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Mix and Jam
Windows · Mac
Yellow Card? Red Card? That's up to you. As a Virtual Referee it is your responsibility to inspect football replays, identify infringements and punish those who are not following the regulations.
Why similar: Sports 52.4%, Football (Soccer) 47% ★, Singleplayer 0.6%
- #34 Pro 11 - Football Manager Game
72% matchMostly Positive76% of 363 reviews2020
Dev: Trophy Games ApS
Windows
Median: 2.4 hrsMean: 12.0 hrs≥1hr: 63%
Become the best football manager. Join Pro 11 and claim the championship!
Why similar: Sports 58.2%, Football (Soccer) 39.5% ★, Multiplayer 2.3%
- #35 Ultimate Club Manager 26
71% match1 user reviews0% of 1 reviews2026
Dev: Alpex Studio
Windows
Become the president of your club and make decisions that change its destiny. Manage transfers, staff, finances, media, facilities, and the president's personal life in a deep and dynamic football management experience.
Why similar: Sports 52.8%, Football (Soccer) 46.3% ★, Singleplayer 0.9%
- #36 Behold the Kickmen
71% matchMostly Positive78% of 526 reviews2017
Dev: Size Five Games
Windows · Mac
Median: 42 minMean: 4.1 hrs≥1hr: 42%
BEHOLD THE KICKMEN is a football game made by someone who has no understanding of, or interest in, what is affectionately known as "The Wonderful Game". Start at the bottom of the Big Boring Football Spreadsheet and grind your way up to become the best at the football anyone's ever seen.
Why similar: Sports 59.7%, Football (Soccer) 40.3% ★
- #37 KNEE SLIDE
71% matchNo user reviews2026
Dev: Noyvara Studio
Windows
A short time attack game where you race across rainbow courses in outer space by knee sliding. Master drifting and turbo while avoiding falling off the course to achieve the fastest time possible. The game features 5 stages designed for quick play sessions and repeated attempts.
Why similar: Football (Soccer) 53.5% ★, Sports 46%, Singleplayer 0.5%
- #38 Crazy Fußball-Manager
70% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Crazy Coffee and Cookie Creations
Windows
Crazy! After an accident involving a coffee-obsessed superhero, you end up in a parallel football world. Lead your club from the third division to the top, discover absurd super talents, and experience crazy live matches – developed by a solo developer with extensive AI support.
Why similar: Football (Soccer) 47.6% ★, Sports 42.3%, Retro 7.7%, 2D 1.7%, Singleplayer 0.7%
- #39 Premier Manager 10
70% matchMixed59% of 29 reviews2020
Dev: Zushi GamesPub: Funbox Media Ltd
Windows
With improved playability from previous versions, and ease of use, Premier Manager ‘10 is the ideal game for those who love the high-pressure world of topflight football management. PLEASE NOTE: You will start from the 2009/10 season.
Why similar: Sports 61.7%, Football (Soccer) 38.3% ★
- #40 Nonsense Football Club
69% matchNo user reviews2027
Dev: SoloDevTeam
Windows
Nonsense Football Club is a 3D action football game where core football fundamentals become combat mechanics! Master the timing of slide tackles, precision passing, and skill moves to defeat defeat unconventional teams like robots, fantastical creatures, and insane bosses!
Why similar: Football (Soccer) 53.5% ★, Sports 45.4%, Singleplayer 1.1%
- #41 Football Referee Simulator
67% matchVery Positive90% of 529 reviews2024
Dev: Vladimir Pliashkun
Windows
Median: 1.3 hrsMean: 5.8 hrs≥1hr: 52%
Football Referee Simulator—the groundbreaking game that puts you in the referee's shoes! Are you ready to kickstart your career in the lower divisions and ascend to legendary status by overseeing thrilling finals?
Why similar: Sports 50.5%, Football (Soccer) 45.9% ★, 2D 3%, Singleplayer 0.6%
- #42 Golazo: Arcade Football Cup
69% matchNo user reviews2026
Dev: Softlookup
Windows
Fast-paced arcade football with 16 fictional clubs, spectacular goals, smart assisted play and a full knockout cup. Score headers, volleys, bicycle kicks and long-range finishes using keyboard or gamepad.
Why similar: Sports 52.9%, Football (Soccer) 46.4% ★, Singleplayer 0.7%
- #43 Retro Club Manager
69% matchNo user reviews2027
Dev: TECH NIN9
Windows
Manage your club through fast-paced football seasons in a retro-inspired management simulation. Build your squad, scout the transfer market, manage finances, shape your tactics and experience procedurally generated stories in every career.
Why similar: Football (Soccer) 51.9% ★, Sports 38.1%, Retro 7.6%, 2D 1.6%, Singleplayer 0.7%
- #44 Super Liquid Soccer
68% matchMostly Positive75% of 12 reviews2022
Dev: punyrobot
Windows · Linux
Super Liquid Soccer is a fun arcade style 7 aside soccer/real football game coming soon for PC and Mac. A game for those less worried about simulating every blade of grass and more about epic battles amongst friends, last minute winners, cynical fouls, bullet headers and questionable tactics.
Why similar: Football (Soccer) 50.2% ★, Sports 35.4%, Retro 12.7%, Multiplayer 1%, Singleplayer 0.6%
- #45 Underdog Futsal
68% matchNo user reviews2026
Dev: Havenarc
Windows
Become the manager of a small neighborhood futsal club, recruit players on a tight budget, and build your tactics. Manage morale through team activities, shift the momentum with substitutions and tactical changes in tense text-based matches, and grow your team step by step.
Why similar: Football (Soccer) 53.6% ★, Sports 40.8%, Pixel Graphics 4.6%, Singleplayer 0.9%
- #46 New Star™ Manager
66% matchVery Positive87% of 527 reviews2018
Dev: New Star Games Ltd.Pub: Five Aces Publishing Ltd.
Windows · Mac
Median: 6.7 hrsMean: 96.0 hrs≥1hr: 86%
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: Football (Soccer) 50.1% ★, Sports 49.9%
- #47 Player Power
67% match9 user reviews78% of 9 reviews2020
Dev: Dave O'Leary
Windows
A chaotic football arcade game!
Why similar: Sports 63.1%, Football (Soccer) 36.9% ★