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Looking for games like Backstage Football? Here are top management recommendations, selected from player-similarity data — start with Football Club World, Ultimate Club Manager 26 or Empire Eleven 2026.

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  1. FCW - Football Club World is an all-encompassing football management simulation that puts you in the heart of the footballing world, where every decision counts. In FCW, you don't just play the game—you live it. As the manager and owner of your football club, you take full control over every aspect, from the tactical intricacies on the pitch to the financial and commercial operations off it. The g… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Football Club World.

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  2. [h1]Ultimate Club Manager 26[/h1]Become the President. Your club, your decisions, your legacy. Ultimate Club Manager 26: is a football management simulator where you are not just a coach: you are the club president. Take full control of the institution and decide your team's sporting, financial, and strategic future. Manage the squad, hire staff, negotiate transfers, improve facilities, face… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Ultimate Club Manager 26.

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  3. Game still in development, BETA version.Empire Eleven: From Rock Bottom to Eternal GloryEmpire Eleven is a premier football management simulator where you take total control of your club, stepping into the shoes of a Manager or even the President/CEO. From tactical decisions on the pitch to high-level financial strategies off it, every choice dictates the success or failure of your organization. … If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Empire Eleven 2026.

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  4. Esports Manager: FPSTake control. Build a legacy. Dominate the world of competitive FPS esports. Step into the role of a professional esports manager in a deep, immersive simulation focused on tactical FPS competition. You’re not just coaching matches, you’re running an entire organization. From scouting young talent to mastering map vetoes, managing finances, and climbing global rankings, every … If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Esports Manager: FPS.

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  5. RoadmapHigh priority Match simulation algorithms (85%) Multi-role player generation (40%) Stadium infrastructure (70%) Youth Academy (70%) Gym (70%) Training Camp (70%) Infirmary (70%) Low priority Stock dividends(80%) Investment banking(80%) Feedback About the Game An immersive and strategic game experience focused on managing a rugby club. The game combines tactical … If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Rugby Tycoon Rugby Rovigo Delta.

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  6. 53%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned negative aspects:gameplay, optimization
    57% User Score Based on 44 reviews

    Football Club Management 23, is a football club management game written and developed by real football coaches and managers to give players a realistic day-to-day club management experience, that's full of depth yet quick to play. This is the only game available that allows you to become a director of a football club or for you to take over and manage a club as the chairman. Start your c… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Football Club Management 2023.

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  7. 49%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned negative aspects:gameplay, story
    61% User Score Based on 31 reviews

    Dive into the most advanced tennis management experience to date. Manage your academy, develop your staff and facilities, recruit the best players from the men's and women's circuits, both junior and pro, and lead them to the top! Forge the champions of tomorrow. The future of tennis is in your hands. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Tennis Manager 25.

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  8. YOU ARE THE DIRECTOR. EVERYTHING ELSE IS NOISE. DOMFC is a deep football management simulation where you control every aspect of your club. Transfers, contracts, tactics, finances, board relations, press conferences, youth development, scouting, staff -- the whole picture. No match animations eating your time. No hand-holding. Pure football management. THE BIGGEST WORLD IN FOOTBALL MANAGEMENT … If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Director of Management: Football Club.

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  9. PLAY THE DEMO About the GameWelcome to Esports Manager 2026, a strategy-simulation game where you take charge of a competitive esports organization from the inside out Start from scratch or take over one of the existing teams. Navigate the complexities of player recruitment, team development, tournament schedules, and business operations. Whether you're optimizing training, making key transfe… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Esports Manager 2026.

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  10. 60%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned negative aspects:stability, grinding
    63% User Score Based on 46 reviews

    Pro Basketball Manager 2023 features more than 160 basketball competitions with the most depth and authenticity ever found in a basketball management game. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Pro Basketball Manager 2023.

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  11. 80%Game Brain Score
    80% User Score Based on 187 reviews

    The best selling club management sim is back with loads of new features and data update for the 2018/2019 season New countries added - Portugal, Holland, Turkey, Russia, Scotland, Argentina, USA, Brazil and Mexico New Leagues from the countries above plus more leagues from the UK. Intelligent Managers - Manager now use tactical gameplans to set up teams and adjust accordingly during the game lik… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Club Soccer Director 2019.

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  12. Tactics Unlimited innovatively combines elements of traditional sports management games, role-playing games (RPGs), and turn-based tactics, creating a deeply immersive experience that balances strategy, management, and action on the pitch. It is a modern 3D football game that brings fresh energy to the genre by combining strategy, management, and on-field action into an immersive experience. With… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Tactics Unlimited.

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  13. 56%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:replayability
    Most mentioned negative aspects:gameplay, optimization
    57% User Score Based on 49 reviews

    Suit up and become the manager of one of the 2 000+ professional teams around the world. You’ll have all the managerial tools you’ve come to expect in a manager game, scouting, facilities, training or basketball plays on the court. Your choices matter, will you put emphasis on coaching or player development? Success is only the result of your decisions both on and off the court. You can choose… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Pro Basketball Manager 2025.

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  14. 77%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:graphics
    Most mentioned negative aspects:gameplay, replayability
    77% User Score Based on 78 reviews

    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. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Tennis Manager 2022.

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  15. 21%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:graphics
    Most mentioned negative aspects:monetization, optimization
    30% User Score Based on 20 reviews

    Take control of a Real Football Club in Club Soccer Director PRO 2020 This is the game that puts you in charge of the whole club. Create the club the way you want it, set the club philosophy and hire the manager and his team to play the way you want. Handle all the player recruitment, dealing with difficult agents and managing the budgets to build a squad capable of achieving the clubs goals. D… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Club Soccer Director PRO 2020.

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  16. Step into the world of football management and build your legacy from the dugout. BFM 26 is a deep football management simulation where every decision shapes your club's future. Manage across multiple leagues, develop future stars, master the transfer market, and guide your team through seasons of intense competition. From tactical decisions on match day to long-term squad planning and youth dev… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to BFM 26.

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  19. 70%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:graphics, replayability
    Most mentioned negative aspects:optimization, gameplay
    70% User Score Based on 121 reviews

    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. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Franchise Hockey Manager 11.

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  20. 82%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:gameplay
    Most mentioned negative aspects:graphics
    82% User Score Based on 144 reviews

    The new Tennis Manager arrives on May 25, 2023 just before Roland Garros. Discover in a few days the presentation of the new features by clicking on the "follow" button and adding the game to your wishlist. This year Tennis Manager puts team spirit first. Be there ! If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Tennis Manager 2023.

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  21. 76%Game Brain Score
    76% User Score Based on 2,019 reviews

    WORLD HOCKEY MANAGER 2025 – BUILD YOUR HOCKEY DYNASTY Step into the world of professional hockey management! In World Hockey Manager 2025, you take control of your own hockey franchise. Sign the best players, build your dream team, optimize your line-ups through advanced player chemistry, develop winning strategies, and compete to become the top hockey manager in the world. Whether you’re a fan o… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to World Hockey Manager 2025.

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  23. 79%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:graphics
    Most mentioned negative aspects:gameplay
    79% User Score Based on 78 reviews

    Become the best basketball coach of the moment with International Basketball Manager 2022. Take your team to the pinnacle of the sport by managing all its day-to-day affairs with the seemingly endless array of management tools that the game offers you. Your team’s results will depend on you. Can you handle the pressure? If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to International Basketball Manager 22.

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  24. 61%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:gameplay, emotional
    Most mentioned negative aspects:music, optimization
    61% User Score Based on 128 reviews

    Cricket Captain returns for 2018 with an updated match engine, extensive additions to the records and statistics (including stats of every historical international player), Ireland & Afghanistan as playable test nations, improved internet game, improved coaching, and much more. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Cricket Captain 2018.

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    67%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:humor, optimization
    Most mentioned negative aspects:gameplay, graphics
    67% User Score Based on 154 reviews
    Critic Score 67%Based on 3 reviews

    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. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to WE ARE FOOTBALL.

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  26. 84%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:gameplay, music
    Most mentioned negative aspects:graphics, stability
    89% User Score Based on 10,956 reviews
    Critic Score 78%Based on 2 reviews

    New tools thrust you closer to every aspect of the beautiful game in FM23. Get ready for your journey towards footballing glory. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Football Manager.

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  27. 84%Game Brain Score
    84% User Score Based on 277 reviews

    Be more than just a soccer manager in Club Soccer Director 2018. Take on the role of Director of Football and manage the day-to-day running of an established soccer club or even create your own. Keep the Board happy by driving up revenues, hiring and firing staff, upgrading your stadium and facilities, signing sponsors, building your dream team and leading your club to ultimate glory! CHOOSE FRO… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Club Soccer Director 2018.

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  28. Take the helm in Cricket Pro Clubs, the ultimate cricket sports sim from Golden Duck Games. Step into the boots of a rookie all-rounder with dreams of glory—then slip on the manager’s jacket to build your own club empire. From nail-biting run chases on the pitch to boardroom showdowns over stadium expansions, every decision shapes your journey from hopeful recruit to cricketing legend. Develop yo… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Cricket Pro Clubs.

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    Summary / overviewStart and manage your very own game studio in GameOn! Start as a solo game developer and work your way up to becoming a globally respected game studio with a massive fan base. Create games across multiple genres and manage a full studio of specialists and their needs. Build and manage your own game engines, hardware, online store and even merchandise your games. Take charge of t… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to GameOn!.

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  30. 59%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned negative aspects:atmosphere
    75% User Score Based on 30 reviews

    The most complete and exciting football simulator to manage your club If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to F11 Football Manager.

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  31. 88%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:graphics, gameplay
    Most mentioned negative aspects:optimization, stability
    92% User Score Based on 11,280 reviews
    Critic Score 83%Based on 17 reviews

    Progress never stops when you're pursuing footballing greatness. Gameplay upgrades empower you to develop a blueprint for success on and off the pitch. Pre-order for 10% off and Early Access*. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Football Manager 2024.

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  32. 64%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned negative aspects:graphics, stability
    64% User Score Based on 66 reviews

    JOIN US ON DISCORD! SHARE & DOWNLOAD CUSTOM DATABASES About the GameThe 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! Navigate your way through the biggest tournaments in Rugby, in … If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Rugby Union Team Manager 4.

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  33. 60%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:gameplay, optimization
    Most mentioned negative aspects:stability, graphics
    57% User Score Based on 90 reviews
    Critic Score 85%Based on 3 reviews

    Franchise Hockey Manager 3 is the deepest, most authentic hockey strategy game you can find! Now officially licensed by the NHL®, so you can take the reins of your favorite franchise, FHM3 includes real 2016-2017 rosters for 22 playable leagues, a new gameplay mode that makes the game much more approachable, and tons of other new features! If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Franchise Hockey Manager 3.

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  34. They’re bottom of the league, the fans have turned, and the board is desperate. They didn’t hire you because you’re a legend - they hired you because you’re the only one brave enough to take the job. THE NEW BOSS: FOOTBALL CLUB is a focused, high-stakes football management simulation that strips away the distractions to put you exactly where the pressure is highest: the manager's office. There … If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to THE NEW BOSS: FOOTBALL CLUB.

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  35. Scout With Us on Discord Connect directly with the developers and be part of the PIX Football Manager family. Engage in conversations with the team, stay up to date with the latest development news, and enjoy exclusive previews of upcoming features and updates. We are excited to kick things off and get to know you better! ⚠ Steam Deck Support⚠ Steam Deck is currently not supported. The game … If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to PIX Football Manager.

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  36. 80%Game Brain Score
    80% User Score Based on 156 reviews

    Take control of a Real Soccer Club in Club Soccer Director 2020 This is the game that puts you in charge of the whole club. Create the club the way you want it, set the club philosophy and hire the manager and his team to play the way you want. Handle all the player recruitment, dealing with difficult agents and managing the budgets to build a squad capable of achieving the clubs goals. D… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Club Soccer Director 2020.

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  37. 76%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:gameplay
    Most mentioned negative aspects:graphics
    76% User Score Based on 63 reviews

    Game Description: Take the reins of a tennis academy and play the ultimate and most realistic tennis journey. Sail through an extensive selection of tournaments, featuring over 2000 competitions from the junior circuit to the professional stage. With 5000 players at your disposal, find the talents that will catapult your academy to fame. In Tennis Manager, strategic management is essential for s… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Tennis Manager 2024.

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  39. 90%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:graphics, gameplay
    Most mentioned negative aspects:stability, grinding
    94% User Score Based on 12,064 reviews
    Critic Score 85%Based on 11 reviews

    FM22 brings new, progressive ways to find your winning edge, instil your footballing style and earn it for the fans. Pre-purchase now for 10% off and Early Access*. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Football Manager 2022.

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  40. 84%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:gameplay, replayability
    Most mentioned negative aspects:graphics, optimization
    84% User Score Based on 397 reviews

    It's time for some World Class Hockey! The Franchise Hockey Manager series returns for the 2022-23 season with plenty of new additions to the deepest, most authentic hockey strategy gaming experience you can find. Choose one of dozens of leagues around the world and select a team to guide to glory, including a chance at the ultimate prize: FHM 9 is licensed by the NHL®, allowing you to take th… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Franchise Hockey Manager 9.

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  41. 63%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:replayability, optimization
    Most mentioned negative aspects:gameplay, music
    63% User Score Based on 120 reviews

    Do you have what it takes to become the greatest tennis manager? Enter your academy, manage your team, plan your trainings, schedule your tournaments, change your game plans and find out the new young guns. Take the reins, make the right decisions, become the best one! If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Tennis Manager 2021.

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  42. 73%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:gameplay, humor
    Most mentioned negative aspects:graphics, monetization
    73% User Score Based on 432 reviews

    Become the ultimate football manager in Soccer Manager 2026.Take charge of your favourite football clubs and players, navigate the transfer market, and become title-winning champions in this football management simulator. Soccer Manager 2026 gives you unrivalled tactical control over your football club, with every element of your soccer club at your fingertips. With over 90 leagues, and 54 countri… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Soccer Manager 2026.

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  43. 84%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:gameplay, graphics
    Most mentioned negative aspects:story, monetization
    84% User Score Based on 617 reviews

    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. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Out of the Park Baseball 26.

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  44. 72%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned negative aspects:graphics, stability
    72% User Score Based on 110 reviews

    Join our discord About the GamePBM24 lets you become the coach/general manager of one of the 2000+ professional teams around the world. Will you have what it takes to lead your team to glory? Meeting board and fan expectations will be key to reaching the top. You will have a multitude of managing tools at your disposal to shape a team with your own style. The strategy is yours and you will be r… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Pro Basketball Manager 2024.

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  46. 84%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:graphics, replayability
    Most mentioned negative aspects:gameplay, optimization
    84% User Score Based on 516 reviews

    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. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Front Office Football Eight.

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  47. 89%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:gameplay, graphics
    Most mentioned negative aspects:optimization, stability
    91% User Score Based on 6,855 reviews
    Critic Score 87%Based on 11 reviews

    Put your opinions to good use and do things your way at your club this season. Every decision counts in FM20 with new features and polished game mechanics adding fresh and authentic dimensions, empowering managers to take greater accountability for both their own and their team’s destiny. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Football Manager 2020.

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  48. 95%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:gameplay, optimization
    Most mentioned negative aspects:graphics, grinding
    95% User Score Based on 1,391 reviews

    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 in a realistic and customizable league with up to 90 teams. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Football Coach: College Dynasty.

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  49. Absolute Tennis Manager 2 (ATM 2) is a deep management and simulation game set in the world of professional tennis. Create or take control of a player and shape their entire career over the long term: plan your schedule, manage your personal life, develop your facilities, control your finances, and take care of your health throughout the seasons. Sports management and progression Surround yourse… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Absolute Tennis Manager 2.

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  50. Are you ready to build a championship program? Draft Day Sports: College Basketball 26 puts you in complete control of a modern college basketball powerhouse. Recruit elite prospects, navigate the ever-changing transfer portal, manage NIL strategy, and guide your team through March on the road to cutting down the nets. This is the deepest and most realistic college basketball management simulati… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Draft Day Sports: College Basketball 2026.

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