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24 games like Football Manager 2017 (2026)

Recomputed 19 October 2026 · Ordered by overlap, not by score · Free to read, nothing here is paid for

Every game below overlaps with Football Manager 2017 on things players said about it rather than on our opinion of what feels alike. Each entry shows what it matched on, so you can throw out the ones matching on the part you did not care about.

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The short version

  • Closest match: Football Manager 2019, which made by the same studio, Sports Interactive.
  • Football Manager 2017 is tagged Sports, Football (Soccer), Simulation, Management, Football (American), Strategy, Tactical, Multiplayer by Steam players. Those tags are what the matching runs on.
  • 24 games qualify, each with at least fifty player reviews behind its sentiment figure.
  • 6 are free to download, so you can test the resemblance yourself at no cost.
  • 6 are from the same studio: Football Manager 2019, Football Manager 2020, Football Manager 2021, Football Manager 2022, Football Manager 2024, Football Manager 2023.

Why players value Football Manager 2017

The five things Steam players tag Football Manager 2017 with most. This is the yardstick every game below is measured against: the closer a game matches these, the more it is likely to scratch the same itch.

  1. Sports
  2. Football (Soccer)
  3. Simulation
  4. Management
  5. Football (American)
Football Manager 2017 at a glance
ReceptionMixed on Steam (60% of 11,042)
Watch-outsno widespread problems reported by players
PriceNot listed

Tags, sentiment and reported problems come from Steam players; the story line is from Wikipedia. We do not add a written opinion of our own.

How these were matched

Steam tags carry the most weight, because players apply them and they describe how a game feels rather than how it was filed. Souls-like, Atmospheric and Cozy exist as tags and as nothing else, which is exactly the vocabulary this question needs. Formal genres count for less, themes and a shared studio for more.

Tags carried by more than a third of the catalogue are thrown out before matching. Nearly everything is tagged Singleplayer, so matching on it is matching on nothing. That cutoff is computed from the catalogue rather than fixed, so it moves as the catalogue grows.

All 24, closest first

  1. 1

    Football Manager 2019

    Why it matched: made by the same studio, Sports Interactive; both strategy and relaxing; shares 8 player tags including Simulation, Sports and Football (Soccer); released around the same time (2018).

    Simulation gaming perfected. Create your unique footballing story by taking charge of the club you love. Complete control of this stunningly realistic game world is yours - every decision in your hands, or yours to delegate. Your call, your way, your story. Everything you've ever dreamed of!

    Football Manager 2019 at a glance
    Released2018StudioSports Interactive
    Player sentiment87% positive of 12,478PriceNot listed

    Verdict: GamingPickz Score 7.6/10 · Steam: Very Positive (87% of 12,478)

    Matches Football Manager 2017 on: 5 of 5 — Sports, Football (Soccer), Simulation, Management, Football (American)

    Why players like it: Simulation, Sports, Football (Soccer), Management, Football (American) — the tags Steam players apply most

    Watch-outs: no widespread problems reported by players

    Shared with Football Manager 2017:SimulationSportsFootball (Soccer)ManagementFootball (American)StrategyTacticalCasual

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  2. 2

    Football Manager 2020

    Why it matched: made by the same studio, Sports Interactive; both strategy; shares 7 player tags including Simulation, Sports and Management; released around the same time (2019).

    Run your football club, your way. Every decision counts in Football Manager 2020 with new features and polished game mechanics rewarding planning and progression like never before, empowering managers to develop and refine both your club’s and your own unique identity.

    Football Manager 2020 at a glance
    Released2019StudioSports Interactive
    Player sentiment89% positive of 31,660PriceNot listed

    Verdict: GamingPickz Score 7.9/10 · Steam: Very Positive (89% of 31,660)

    Matches Football Manager 2017 on: 5 of 5 — Sports, Football (Soccer), Simulation, Management, Football (American)

    Why players like it: Simulation, Sports, Management, Football (Soccer), Football (American) — the tags Steam players apply most

    Watch-outs: no widespread problems reported by players

    Shared with Football Manager 2017:SimulationSportsManagementFootball (Soccer)Football (American)StrategyTactical

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  3. 3

    Football Manager 2021

    Why it matched: made by the same studio, Sports Interactive; both strategy; shares 6 player tags including Sports, Simulation and Management; released around the same time (2020).

    New additions and game upgrades deliver added levels of depth, drama and football authenticity. FM21 empowers you like never before to develop your skills and command success at your club.

    Football Manager 2021 at a glance
    Released2020StudioSports Interactive
    Player sentiment94% positive of 23,849PriceNot listed

    Verdict: GamingPickz Score 8.0/10 · Steam: Very Positive (94% of 23,849)

    Matches Football Manager 2017 on: 5 of 5 — Sports, Football (Soccer), Simulation, Management, Football (American)

    Why players like it: Sports, Simulation, Management, Football (Soccer), Singleplayer — the tags Steam players apply most

    Watch-outs: no widespread problems reported by players

    Shared with Football Manager 2017:SportsSimulationManagementFootball (Soccer)Football (American)Strategy

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  4. 4

    Football Manager 2022

    Why it matched: made by the same studio, Sports Interactive; both strategy; shares 6 player tags including Sports, Management and Football (Soccer).

    The closest thing to real football management. FM22 brings new, progressive ways to find your winning edge, instill your footballing style and earn it on the pitch.

    Football Manager 2022 at a glance
    Released2021StudioSports Interactive
    Player sentiment93% positive of 21,515PriceNot listed

    Verdict: GamingPickz Score 8.0/10 · Steam: Very Positive (93% of 21,515)

    Matches Football Manager 2017 on: 5 of 5 — Sports, Football (Soccer), Simulation, Management, Football (American)

    Why players like it: Sports, Management, Football (Soccer), Simulation, Football (American) — the tags Steam players apply most

    Watch-outs: no widespread problems reported by players

    Shared with Football Manager 2017:SportsManagementFootball (Soccer)SimulationFootball (American)Strategy

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  5. 5

    Two Point Hospital

    Why it matched: both strategy and relaxing; shares 5 player tags including Simulation, Management and Strategy; published by the same company; released around the same time (2018).

    Design stunning hospitals, cure peculiar illnesses and manage troublesome staff as you spread your budding healthcare organisation across Two Point County.

    Two Point Hospital at a glance
    Released2018StudioTwo Point Studios
    Player sentiment92% positive of 34,935Price$29.99

    Verdict: GamingPickz Score 8.0/10 · Steam: Very Positive (92% of 34,935)

    Matches Football Manager 2017 on: 2 of 5 — Simulation, Management

    Why players like it: Simulation, Management, Medical Sim, Building, Funny — the tags Steam players apply most

    Watch-outs: no widespread problems reported by players

    Shared with Football Manager 2017:SimulationManagementStrategyCasualTactical

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  6. 6

    Football Manager 2024

    Why it matched: made by the same studio, Sports Interactive; both strategy; shares 5 player tags including Simulation, Sports and Management.

    Build a world-class team ready to dominate your rivals in football’s most prestigious competitions. Progress never stops when you’re pursuing footballing greatness.

    Football Manager 2024 at a glance
    Released2023StudioSports Interactive
    Player sentiment92% positive of 28,484PriceNot listed

    Verdict: GamingPickz Score 7.9/10 · Steam: Very Positive (92% of 28,484)

    Matches Football Manager 2017 on: 4 of 5 — Sports, Football (Soccer), Simulation, Management

    Why players like it: Simulation, Sports, Management, Football (Soccer), Strategy — the tags Steam players apply most

    Watch-outs: no widespread problems reported by players

    Shared with Football Manager 2017:SimulationSportsManagementFootball (Soccer)Strategy

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  7. 7

    Football Manager 2023

    Why it matched: made by the same studio, Sports Interactive; both strategy; shares 5 player tags including Simulation, Sports and Management.

    Build your dream squad, outsmart your rivals and experience the thrill of big European nights in the UEFA Champions League. Your journey towards footballing glory awaits.

    Football Manager 2023 at a glance
    Released2022StudioSports Interactive
    Player sentiment90% positive of 19,819PriceNot listed

    Verdict: GamingPickz Score 7.7/10 · Steam: Very Positive (90% of 19,819)

    Matches Football Manager 2017 on: 4 of 5 — Sports, Football (Soccer), Simulation, Management

    Why players like it: Simulation, Sports, Management, Football (Soccer), Real Time Tactics — the tags Steam players apply most

    Watch-outs: no widespread problems reported by players

    Shared with Football Manager 2017:SimulationSportsManagementFootball (Soccer)Strategy

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  8. 8

    911 Operator

    Why it matched: both strategy and relaxing; shares 5 player tags including Simulation, Strategy and Management; released around the same time (2017).

    Game about the difficult work of people that manage emergency lines and services. Answer incoming calls and react properly - give first aid instructions, advise, dispatch correct number of firemen / police / ambulances, or sometimes - just ignore the call. Play on ANY CITY in the world!

    911 Operator at a glance
    Released2017StudioJutsu Games
    Player sentiment89% positive of 19,785Price$14.99

    Verdict: GamingPickz Score 7.4/10 · Steam: Very Positive (89% of 19,785)

    Matches Football Manager 2017 on: 2 of 5 — Simulation, Management

    Why players like it: Simulation, Strategy, Management, Singleplayer, Indie — the tags Steam players apply most

    Watch-outs: no widespread problems reported by players

    Shared with Football Manager 2017:SimulationStrategyManagementCasualTactical

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  9. 9

    Poker Night 2

    Why it matched: both strategy and relaxing; shares 4 player tags including Casual, Strategy and Sports; released around the same time (2013).

    The chips are down and the ante is up in this sentence already bursting with poker clichés! Take the fifth seat in Poker Night 2, at a table featuring Claptrap (Borderlands 2), Brock Samson (The Venture Bros.), Ash (Army of Darkness) and Sam (Sam and Max series).

    Poker Night 2 at a glance
    Released2013StudioTelltale Games
    Player sentiment88% positive of 7,412PriceNot listed

    Verdict: GamingPickz Score 7.4/10 · Steam: Very Positive (88% of 7,412)

    Matches Football Manager 2017 on: 2 of 5 — Sports, Simulation

    Why players like it: Card Game, Comedy, Casual, Singleplayer, Gambling — the tags Steam players apply most

    Watch-outs: no widespread problems reported by players

    Shared with Football Manager 2017:CasualStrategySportsSimulation

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  10. 10

    Golf With Your Friends

    Why it matched: both strategy and relaxing; shares 4 player tags including Casual, Sports and Simulation; released around the same time (2020).

    Why have friends if not to play Golf... With Your Friends! Nothing is out of bounds as you take on courses filled with fast paced, exciting, simultaneous mini golf for up to 12 players!

    Golf With Your Friends at a glance
    Released2020StudioBlacklight Interactive
    Player sentiment87% positive of 75,430Price$1.49

    Verdict: GamingPickz Score 7.8/10 · Steam: Very Positive (87% of 75,430)

    Matches Football Manager 2017 on: 2 of 5 — Sports, Simulation

    Why players like it: Multiplayer, Casual, Mini Golf, Sports, Golf — the tags Steam players apply most

    Watch-outs: no widespread problems reported by players

    Shared with Football Manager 2017:CasualSportsSimulationStrategy

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  11. 11

    Real Pool 3D - Poolians

    Why it matched: both strategy and relaxing; shares 4 player tags including Sports, Simulation and Casual; released around the same time (2018).

    Real Pool 3D (Poolians) is one of the best online pool games. Play against the computer or real players all over the world! It supports 8 different types of pool games and team play mode.

    Real Pool 3D - Poolians at a glance
    Released2018StudioPoolians.com
    Player sentiment76% positive of 19,904PriceFree

    Verdict: GamingPickz Score 6.7/10 · Steam: Mostly Positive (76% of 19,904)

    Matches Football Manager 2017 on: 2 of 5 — Sports, Simulation

    Why players like it: Pool, Sports, Free to Play, Multiplayer, Simulation — the tags Steam players apply most

    Watch-outs: no widespread problems reported by players

    Shared with Football Manager 2017:SportsSimulationCasualStrategy

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  12. 12

    Mini Metro

    Why it matched: both strategy and relaxing; shares 4 player tags including Strategy, Simulation and Casual; released around the same time (2015).

    Mini Metro is a strategy simulation game about designing a subway map for a growing city. Draw lines between stations and start your trains running. As new stations open, redraw your lines to keep them efficient. Decide where to use your limited resources. How long can you keep the city moving?

    Mini Metro at a glance
    Released2015StudioDinosaur Polo Club
    Player sentiment96% positive of 16,729Price$9.99

    Verdict: GamingPickz Score 8.0/10 · Steam: Overwhelmingly Positive (96% of 16,729)

    Matches Football Manager 2017 on: 2 of 5 — Simulation, Management

    Why players like it: Strategy, Puzzle, Minimalist, Simulation, Trains — the tags Steam players apply most

    Watch-outs: no widespread problems reported by players

    Shared with Football Manager 2017:StrategySimulationCasualManagement

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  13. 13

    Mr.Mine

    Why it matched: both strategy and relaxing; shares 4 player tags including Simulation, Strategy and Casual; released around the same time (2020).

    Explore the depths of the earth and uncover hidden treasures in this addictive idle mining game. Unlock the power of your drill with hundreds of upgrades, discover mysterious relics, and unearth priceless gems. Can you master the mines and reveal their deepest secrets? Dive in and dig deep!

    Mr.Mine at a glance
    Released2020StudioPlaysaurus
    Player sentiment92% positive of 18,635PriceFree

    Verdict: GamingPickz Score 7.8/10 · Steam: Very Positive (92% of 18,635)

    Matches Football Manager 2017 on: 2 of 5 — Simulation, Management

    Why players like it: Idler, Clicker, Simulation, Strategy, Mining — the tags Steam players apply most

    Watch-outs: no widespread problems reported by players

    Shared with Football Manager 2017:SimulationStrategyCasualManagement

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  14. 14

    Planet Coaster

    Why it matched: both strategy and relaxing; shares 4 player tags including Simulation, Management and Strategy; released around the same time (2016).

    Planet Coaster® - the future of coaster park simulation games has arrived! Surprise, delight and thrill incredible crowds as you build your coaster park empire - let your imagination run wild, and share your success with the world.

    Planet Coaster at a glance
    Released2016StudioFrontier Developments
    Player sentiment91% positive of 72,148Price$44.99

    Verdict: GamingPickz Score 7.8/10 · Steam: Very Positive (91% of 72,148)

    Matches Football Manager 2017 on: 2 of 5 — Simulation, Management

    Why players like it: Simulation, Building, Management, Sandbox, Family Friendly — the tags Steam players apply most

    Watch-outs: players report performance and stutter (details)

    Shared with Football Manager 2017:SimulationManagementStrategyCasual

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  15. 15

    Kingdom: Classic

    Why it matched: both strategy and relaxing; shares 4 player tags including Strategy, Simulation and Management; released around the same time (2015).

    Kingdom is a 2D sidescrolling strategy/resource management hybrid with a minimalist feel wrapped in a beautiful, modern pixel art aesthetic.

    Kingdom: Classic at a glance
    Released2015StudioNoio
    Player sentiment91% positive of 22,707PriceFree

    Verdict: GamingPickz Score 7.7/10 · Steam: Very Positive (91% of 22,707)

    Matches Football Manager 2017 on: 2 of 5 — Simulation, Management

    Why players like it: Free to Play, Strategy, Singleplayer, Simulation, Base-Building — the tags Steam players apply most

    Watch-outs: no widespread problems reported by players

    Shared with Football Manager 2017:StrategySimulationManagementCasual

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  16. 16

    Planet Zoo

    Why it matched: both strategy and relaxing; shares 4 player tags including Management, Simulation and Strategy; released around the same time (2019).

    Build a world for wildlife in Planet Zoo. From the developers of Planet Coaster and Zoo Tycoon comes the ultimate zoo sim. Construct detailed habitats, manage your zoo, and meet authentic living animals who think, feel and explore the world you create around them.

    Planet Zoo at a glance
    Released2019StudioFrontier Developments
    Player sentiment91% positive of 97,527Price$44.99

    Verdict: GamingPickz Score 8.1/10 · Steam: Very Positive (91% of 97,527)

    Matches Football Manager 2017 on: 2 of 5 — Simulation, Management

    Why players like it: Management, Simulation, Building, Sandbox, Nature — the tags Steam players apply most

    Watch-outs: no widespread problems reported by players

    Shared with Football Manager 2017:ManagementSimulationStrategyCasual

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  17. 17

    Clicker Heroes

    Why it matched: both strategy and relaxing; shares 4 player tags including Casual, Management and Strategy; released around the same time (2015).

    Click your way through hordes of monsters, earn gold, and recruit quirky heroes with powerful skills. Progress even while you're idle, and watch the numbers climb into the absurd. It’s a never-ending journey of clicks, crits, and colossal damage.

    Clicker Heroes at a glance
    Released2015StudioPlaysaurus
    Player sentiment90% positive of 62,148PriceFree

    Verdict: GamingPickz Score 8.0/10 · Steam: Very Positive (90% of 62,148)

    Matches Football Manager 2017 on: 2 of 5 — Simulation, Management

    Why players like it: Clicker, Idler, Casual, 2D, Free to Play — the tags Steam players apply most

    Watch-outs: no widespread problems reported by players

    Shared with Football Manager 2017:CasualManagementStrategySimulation

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  18. 18

    Transport Fever 2

    Why it matched: both strategy and relaxing; shares 4 player tags including Simulation, Strategy and Management; released around the same time (2019).

    The classic transport simulation genre has a new gold standard with Transport Fever 2. Discover a whole new world by navigating transport routes through land, water and air. May progress and prosperity find their way!

    Transport Fever 2 at a glance
    Released2019StudioUrban Games
    Player sentiment90% positive of 32,509Price$39.99

    Verdict: GamingPickz Score 7.8/10 · Steam: Very Positive (90% of 32,509)

    Matches Football Manager 2017 on: 2 of 5 — Simulation, Management

    Why players like it: Simulation, Strategy, Management, Transportation, Trains — the tags Steam players apply most

    Watch-outs: no widespread problems reported by players

    Shared with Football Manager 2017:SimulationStrategyManagementCasual

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  19. 19

    Prison Architect

    Why it matched: both strategy and relaxing; shares 4 player tags including Simulation, Strategy and Management; released around the same time (2015).

    Only the world’s most ruthless Warden can contain the world’s most ruthless inmates. Design and develop your personalized penitentiary in Prison Architect.

    Prison Architect at a glance
    Released2015StudioIntroversion Software
    Player sentiment89% positive of 73,744Price$5.99

    Verdict: GamingPickz Score 8.0/10 · Steam: Very Positive (89% of 73,744)

    Matches Football Manager 2017 on: 2 of 5 — Simulation, Management

    Why players like it: Simulation, Building, Sandbox, Base-Building, Colony Sim — the tags Steam players apply most

    Watch-outs: no widespread problems reported by players

    Shared with Football Manager 2017:SimulationStrategyManagementCasual

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  20. 20

    Dragon Cliff

    Why it matched: both strategy and relaxing; shares 4 player tags including Strategy, Casual and Management; released around the same time (2018).

    Dragon Cliff is a Semi-Idle RPG game with deep and complex itemization/skill systems to support endless character builds. Players are to collect adventurers, kill monsters, advance talent trees, enchant/reforge equipment, discover scrolls and finally assemble the most powerful adventure team!

    Dragon Cliff at a glance
    Released2018StudioMeta Interaction
    Player sentiment89% positive of 8,184Price$1.99

    Verdict: GamingPickz Score 7.4/10 · Steam: Very Positive (89% of 8,184)

    Matches Football Manager 2017 on: 2 of 5 — Simulation, Management

    Why players like it: RPG, Strategy, Idler, Loot, Pixel Graphics — the tags Steam players apply most

    Watch-outs: no widespread problems reported by players

    Shared with Football Manager 2017:StrategyCasualManagementSimulation

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  21. 21

    Fallout Shelter

    Why it matched: both strategy and relaxing; shares 4 player tags including Management, Simulation and Strategy; released around the same time (2015).

    Fallout Shelter puts you in control of a state-of-the-art underground Vault from Vault-Tec. Build the perfect Vault, keep your Dwellers happy, and protect them from the dangers of the Wasteland.

    Fallout Shelter at a glance
    Released2015StudioBethesda Game Studios
    Player sentiment88% positive of 82,585PriceFree

    Verdict: GamingPickz Score 7.2/10 · Steam: Very Positive (88% of 82,585)

    Matches Football Manager 2017 on: 2 of 5 — Simulation, Management

    Why players like it: Free to Play, Base-Building, Survival, Post-apocalyptic, Singleplayer — the tags Steam players apply most

    Watch-outs: players report crashes and freezes, monetisation inside the game, lost progress or broken saves (details)

    Shared with Football Manager 2017:ManagementSimulationStrategyCasual

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  22. 22

    AdVenture Capitalist

    Why it matched: both strategy and relaxing; shares 4 player tags including Management, Strategy and Casual; released around the same time (2015).

    Welcome, eager young investor, to AdVenture Capitalist! Arguably the world's greatest Capitalism simulator!

    AdVenture Capitalist at a glance
    Released2015StudioHyper Hippo Games
    Player sentiment88% positive of 60,380PriceFree

    Verdict: GamingPickz Score 7.8/10 · Steam: Very Positive (88% of 60,380)

    Matches Football Manager 2017 on: 2 of 5 — Simulation, Management

    Why players like it: Clicker, Idler, Management, Capitalism, Automation — the tags Steam players apply most

    Watch-outs: no widespread problems reported by players

    Shared with Football Manager 2017:ManagementStrategyCasualSimulation

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  23. 23

    Bomber Crew

    Why it matched: both strategy and relaxing; shares 4 player tags including Simulation, Strategy and Management; released around the same time (2017).

    Chocks away! Bomber Crew is a strategic simulation game, where picking the right crew and keeping your bomber in tip top shape is the difference between completing your mission or losing it all! USAAF DLC NOW AVAILABLE! FLY THE ICONIC AMERICAN BOMBER!

    Bomber Crew at a glance
    Released2017StudioRunner Duck
    Player sentiment88% positive of 15,506Price$15.99

    Verdict: GamingPickz Score 7.5/10 · Steam: Very Positive (88% of 15,506)

    Matches Football Manager 2017 on: 2 of 5 — Simulation, Management

    Why players like it: World War II, Simulation, Strategy, Management, Flight — the tags Steam players apply most

    Watch-outs: no widespread problems reported by players

    Shared with Football Manager 2017:SimulationStrategyManagementCasual

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  24. 24

    Jurassic World Evolution

    Why it matched: both strategy and relaxing; shares 4 player tags including Simulation, Management and Strategy; released around the same time (2018).

    Place yourself at the heart of the Jurassic franchise and build your own Jurassic World. Bioengineer dinosaurs that think, feel and react intelligently to the world around them and face threats posed by espionage, breakouts and devastating tropical storms in an uncertain world where life always finds a way.

    Jurassic World Evolution at a glance
    Released2018StudioFrontier Developments
    Player sentiment87% positive of 55,272Price$44.99

    Verdict: GamingPickz Score 7.5/10 · Steam: Very Positive (87% of 55,272)

    Matches Football Manager 2017 on: 2 of 5 — Simulation, Management

    Why players like it: Building, Dinosaurs, Simulation, Management, Strategy — the tags Steam players apply most

    Watch-outs: no widespread problems reported by players

    Shared with Football Manager 2017:SimulationManagementStrategyCasual

    Full entryGames like this oneStore page

Common questions

What game is most like Football Manager 2017?

Football Manager 2019, on the evidence we have. It made by the same studio, Sports Interactive. That is a statement about overlap, not a promise you will like it as much: two games can share every tag and still feel different to play.

How is "similar to Football Manager 2017" decided?

By overlap on the tags Steam players applied to each game, the formal genres, the themes both sit in, and whether the same studio made them. Tags carry the most weight because players write them, so they describe how a game feels rather than how it was filed. Tags carried by more than a third of the catalogue are ignored: matching on "Singleplayer" is matching on nothing. Every entry below shows exactly what it matched on.

Are these ranked by quality?

No. They are ordered by how much they overlap with Football Manager 2017. Where two games overlap equally, the better received one goes first, but that only moves a game a place or two. Each entry shows its own player sentiment so you can weigh that separately.

What else did the makers of Football Manager 2017 do?

Football Manager 2019, Football Manager 2020, Football Manager 2021, Football Manager 2022, Football Manager 2024, Football Manager 2023 are also from Sports Interactive, and appear in the list below for that reason as well as on tag overlap.

Do you get paid for these recommendations?

No. The order is computed from tag and genre overlap and nothing else. No placement here can be bought, and a game appearing high on this page is a statement about resemblance rather than an endorsement.

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