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Looking for games like Matchday Manager? Here are top casual management recommendations, selected from player-similarity data — start with Football Club World, BFM 26 or Tennis Manager 25.

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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. 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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  3. 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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  4. 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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  5. 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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  6. 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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  7. Make the call. Take the undercut.You're not the driver. You're the one who decides when to pit, which tires to run, and whether to push a failing engine to the finish — or play it safe. One call can win a championship. One mistake can lose it. The Undercut: Racing Manager is a deep motorsport management simulation with a retro 90s pixel art style — inspired by the golden era of racing games and t… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to The Undercut: Racing Manager.

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  8. Do you miss the days when a management sim could keep you up all night, armed with nothing but stats, gut instinct, and the theater created in your mind?Retro Soccer Manager Sim 89 is a tribute to the golden age of management sims, a love letter to text-based immersion. Every week presents a new set of challenges and a deeply satisfying gameplay loop where your decisions truly matter.Take the helm… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Retro Soccer Manager Sim 89.

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  9. 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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  10. THE ORIGINAL IS BACKAnpfiff1 is a retro football manager in 90s style. Manage a German 1st league club. Handle transfers, training, tactics and lead your team through league, cup and European competitions. ⚽90s GAMEPLAY Feels like classic managers Transparent systems, charmingly presented Football management with humor ⚽USER FILES Import community databases The community cr… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Whistle1 - Retro Football Manager.

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  11. 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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  12. BECOME A LEGEND Step into the boots of a young talent and carve your path to football immortality. Club Legend is the ultimate first-person career simulation where every decision, every touch, and every word shapes your journey from unknown prospect to global superstar. FULL FIRST-PERSON FOOTBALL MATCHES Experience the beautiful game like never before — right from the pitch. Play matches in ful… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Club Legend.

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  13. JOIN US ON DISCORD ! SHARE & DOWNLOAD CUSTOM DATABASES & BADGES About the Game Be the Boss of your own soccer club, choosing from clubs from the biggest leagues across Europe. Choose to take the reigns of the big and mighty clubs with huge bank balances and budgets, or alternatively jump on board with one of the lower league minnows seeking promotion to the big time. Make decisions … If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Soccer Boss.

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  14. 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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  15. 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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  16. 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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  17. 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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  18. Compete in daily fixtures against real managers in evolving Game Worlds where every decision matters. From transfers and tactics to trophies and relegation battles, your choices shape your legacy. INCLUDED EXTRASThis edition comes with the Multi-World Upgrade Pack, giving you access to three Game Worlds at once. MANAGERIAL CAREERYour reputation grows with every result. Climb the ladder, ear… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Football Club Manager 26 LIVE.

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  19. [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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  20. 52%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:gameplay, optimization
    85% User Score Based on 13 reviews

    TAKE THE REINS OF A COLLEGE HOCKEY PROGRAM Welcome to the ultimate test of strategy and team building. From the frozen ponds of the Northeast to the emerging markets of the West, choose from over 60 programs and guide them to National Championship glory. RECRUITING: THE PILLAR OF YOUR DYNASTY Success starts years before the puck drops. Dive into a comprehensive Recruiting Engine where you must i… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Coastal Summit Sports: College Hockey 26.

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  21. 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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  22. 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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  23. 89%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:gameplay, graphics
    Most mentioned negative aspects:stability, grinding
    94% User Score Based on 12,074 reviews
    Critic Score 84%Based on 16 reviews

    New additions and game upgrades deliver added levels of depth, drama and football authenticity. FM21 empowers you like never before to develop your managerial prowess and command success at your club. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Football Manager 2021.

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  24. 82%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:humor, atmosphere
    Most mentioned negative aspects:graphics, gameplay
    82% User Score Based on 138 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 Seven.

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  25. 46%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:graphics, gameplay
    Most mentioned negative aspects:stability, music
    46% User Score Based on 138 reviews

    “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? If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Rugby Union Team Manager 2017.

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  26. 87%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:gameplay, graphics
    Most mentioned negative aspects:stability, replayability
    89% User Score Based on 833 reviews
    Critic Score 84%Based on 4 reviews

    FM 2014 features a rehauled transfer module in which opposing clubs and managers adopt a more realistic approach when making or responding to transfer offers. Additional, a host of new ‘real world’ transfer clauses have been added, such as the facility to loan a player back to the club he has just been bought from and the option to offer a combination of money and loan players, as well as new cont… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Football Manager 2014.

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  27. 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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  28. 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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  29. 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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  30. 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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  31. 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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  32. 76%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:gameplay, humor
    Most mentioned negative aspects:monetization, grinding
    76% User Score Based on 84 reviews

    FOOTBALL SCHOOL! You are the new owner of a football club in the small town of Pineville. Start small and improve your base, assemble your team, manage resources and expand. From the developers of Boxing School, Gladiator School and Gamer Career Tycoon. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Football School.

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  33. Support the development on PatreonActively support and influence the development. Learn in "behind-the-scenes" content how I technically implemented the game. Find @thorsten on Patreon! About the Game”Arcade FC” is an arcade soccer game with skill-based gameplay, fast-paced graphics, responsive controls, accurate ball physics and that retro vibe. As a modern “reboot” of footbal… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Arcade FC.

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  34. Blackout Football Manager is a football-club management sim where you build a squad, devise training plans and tactics, upgrade facilities, handle high-level finances, and join local and international federations (guilds). A card-based management system lets you boost players on the field, heal injuries, and train harder, while players’ distinct mental and physical attributes shape match strategy.… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Blackout Football Manager.

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  35. 71%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:gameplay
    Most mentioned negative aspects:grinding
    96% User Score Based on 25 reviews

    Welcome, college baseball fans and text-based management fans. Like you, I've always wanted a college baseball game to play.  However, that was not possible until now. College Baseball: Dynasty Builder lets you take over a college program, recruit top talent from across the United States, and win a championship. Features: A very competitive recruiting model that the AI follows the same rules a… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to College Baseball: Dynasty Builder.

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  36. 86%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:gameplay, story
    Most mentioned negative aspects:graphics, stability
    86% User Score Based on 1,012 reviews

    Out of the Park Baseball 25 marks a milestone - 25 years of sports gaming excellence! Officially licensed by MLB, the MLB Players Inc. and KBO, this year's Anniversary Edition puts you in charge of your favorite baseball franchise. Your team, your legacy, your dynasty. Play what the pros play! If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Out of the Park Baseball 25.

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  37. 92%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:graphics, gameplay
    Most mentioned negative aspects:optimization, replayability
    93% User Score Based on 547 reviews
    Critic Score 95%Based on 4 reviews

    Out of the Park Baseball 17 - now officially licensed by MLB.com and the MLBPA - is the best baseball strategy game ever created! Guide your favorite MLB franchise to glory, play any historical season or create a fictional baseball world. Play solo or in online leagues. Own the future - rewrite the past! If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Out of the Park Baseball 17.

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  38. 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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  39. 82%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:gameplay, graphics
    Most mentioned negative aspects:grinding, story
    89% User Score Based on 1,570 reviews
    Critic Score 50%Based on 1 reviews

    Football, Tactics & Glory is a football management game for strategy lovers. Football, Tactics & Glory reinvents the basics of the football management genre, making it appealing to everyone, not just the most hardcore football management aficionados. The game skips the boring parts of football management games – all those endless tables, numbers, routine and micromanagement. But it is deep enough… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Football, Tactics & Glory.

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  40. 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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  41. 78%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:gameplay, graphics
    Most mentioned negative aspects:music, grinding
    78% User Score Based on 448 reviews
    Critic Score 80%Based on 1 reviews

    Pixel Cup Soccer: Ultimate Edition is a casual retro style soccer game, a great evolution from the previous edition. It's dynamic, arcade, with a fast paced gameplay, with just the fun part of soccer! The game has pixel art graphics with the retro style of the games from the 90’s, evoking nostalgia! If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Pixel Cup Soccer: Ultimate Edition.

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  42. 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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  43. The Ultimate Golf Sandbox: Your Universe Awaits Step beyond the fairway and take command of your own professional golf universe. Pro League Golf Simulator (PLGS) is a revolutionary text-based simulation experience offering unparalleled depth and emergent storytelling. Like the legendary management sims for baseball, football, and hockey, PLGS is the deepest, most detailed golf management simulato… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Pro League Golf Simulator.

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  44. 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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  45. 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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  46. Velo Victory is a new, realistic cycling management simulation that brings Football Manager–style depth to professional cycling. Build your legacy as a team manager by making smart decisions in scouting, transfers, facilities, contracts, staff management, and long-term planning. Every choice matters, from negotiating sponsor goals to developing future champions. Discover your talent • Devel… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Velo Victory.

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  49. 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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  50. 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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