Best Strategy Sports Games

When most people talk about sports games, the first thing that comes to mind is games where players take on the role of a team or athlete as they virtually simulate the sport of their choice and play an active role in ensuring victory. This is the gameplay loop that has made many titles like EA Sports FC (formerly FIFA), F1, NBA 2K, and other such sports games so popular.

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However, there's another niche of sports gaming that doesn't have the broadest fanbase, but the communities they harbor are extremely passionate. These titles focus more on the strategy side of things as players are encouraged to plan accordingly and ensure that whatever player or team they're managing ends up performing well at all costs, even if players can't directly control the performance of the players themselves.

6 World Of Mixed Martial Arts 5

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• Platforms: PC
• Release Date: January 2018
• Developer: Adam Ryland
• Genre: Strategy

MMA has come a long way from the time of no rules, when most people considered this sport to be nothing short of human dogfighting. Organizations like the UFC have gone a long way toward turning around the image of this sport, with a set of rules and regulations that fighters must follow to ensure that no permanent injuries are incurred during these brawls.

Players who want to simulate the MMA landscape and control an MMA organization and its fighters will love what World Of Mixed Martial Arts 5 brings to the table. This simulation game is quite overwhelming to get into, but players who give this game a shot and learn the ropes will be hooked to its tantalizing simulation gameplay in no time. The game offers a deep simulation, blow-for-blow, of every fight that takes place, but players do not control the fighters themselves, and instead must manage everything that happens behind the scenes.

5 Out Of The Park Baseball 25

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• Platforms: PC, macOS, Linux
• Release Date: March 12,2024
• Developer: Out of the Park Developments
• Genre: Sports Strategy

A management sim so in-depth that actual MLB teams use it for its strategic nuances and financial management, Out of the Park Baseball is a series that has released hit after hit with every entry. The sheer number of metrics and stats that players need to keep in mind is nothing short of heaven for a baseball nerd who loves the nitty-gritty numbers of this sport.

There's no denying that the learning curve for this game is immense, but baseball fans will love controlling a team in their league and ensuring that they reach the highest levels of success by planning everything to a T. Players who boot up this title will see the hours fly by in no time.

4 Total Extreme Wrestling 2020

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Total Extreme Wrestling is a series that is beloved by fans of professional wrestling who want to role-play as a booker or owner in the world of sports entertainment. The mind-boggling details present in this game can take a while to wrap one's head around, and a few playthroughs are mandatory for players just to understand the ropes.

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However, after grasping the basics, players can lose themselves for hours on end as they book the storylines of their dreams, signing various wrestlers with varying attributes and turning them into megastars. The game can take a while to get going, but an intense session of Total Extreme Wrestling can see the hours fly by without the player even realizing it.

3 F1 Manager 2024

Metascore: 79

Most people assume that sports simulations are extremely hard to get into, with the sheer number of complexities making it hard for new players to understand what the game's all about. So, it's always nice for games that focus in-depth on a popular sport to make things accessible to the masses.

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Such is the case with F1 Manager 24, a title that uses official F1 branding to lend a feeling of authenticity to the on-track action and behind-the-scenes management that is seen in every aspect of this sport. Players can control one of many teams and manage everything from pit stops to engines in a bid to become the top dog of the track.

2 Motorsport Manager

Metascore: 81

Players who love the realm of motorsports and want to cover their bases on all fronts will love what M otorsports Manager brings to the table. It's one of the most complex and rewarding sports simulation games around, and takes a lot of metrics into account. This is the stuff of dreams for players who love all areas of motorsports.

Everything from tire management to aerodynamics must be in prime condition for players to secure first place and win a championship. Mod support has made Motorsports Manager more engaging than ever before, and it's easy to see why many people consider it to be one of the best sports simulation games ever made.

1 Football Manager 2024

Metascore: 84

One of the most popular sports simulation games ever made, Football Manager 24 features a suite of improvements that make this tactical masterclass a joy to get into. Players will love the sheer amount of detail present in this title, letting them step into the shoes of a manager for their favorite team as they help them attain a ton of silverware through supreme tactics and shrewd negotiating.

Experts can choose to control a team in the smaller leagues and employ tactics that can help them attain promotion after promotion to the echelons of world football, potentially even reaching the Premiere League. It's an overwhelming game for beginners, especially those unfamiliar with the sport, but Football Manager isn't too hard to get a grasp of, and the end result is that players will be hooked for hours as they analyze spreadsheets, fiddle around with tactics, and help their team win.

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