College Basketball Manager (2026)

Developer: Lunacien
Platforms: Windows
Genres: Simulation, Sports, Strategy, Early Access
Rating: 5.0 of 5, 19 player ratings
Typical playtime: about 10 hours
Where to get it: Steam

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The catalog in 3D

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How it feels

You feel like a calculated architect of a college basketball program, making deliberate roster and tactical decisions across seasons.

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What players say

Players praise the recruiting depth and the way program grades shape each chase, calling the game the closest a basketball sim has come to Football Manager's magic. Some note the font is hard to read and wish for coach firing options beyond just fighting out of a low-tier job.

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