Pro Basketball Manager 2022 (2021)

Developer: Umix Studios
Platforms: Windows, macOS
Genres: Indie, Simulation, Sports, Strategy
Rating: 3.6 of 5, 135 player ratings
Typical playtime: about 9.0 hours
Where to get it: Steam

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How it feels

Playing this feels like meticulously poring over statistics and making calculated decisions to outwit opponents over a long season.

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What players say

Players say this is the best basketball sim on Steam but still far from Football Manager's depth. The huge database and live simulation are praised, while the AI is widely criticized, trades are too easy, coaching staff does nothing, and scouting is broken. The game relies heavily on mods for real NBA content, and English documentation is sparse.

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