Cricket Captain 2015 (2015)

Developer: Childish Things
Publisher: KISS ltd
Platforms: Windows
Genres: Simulation, Sports
Rating: 3.2 of 5, 63 player ratings
Typical playtime: about 23 hours
Where to get it: Steam

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How it feels

A meticulous, stat-driven simulation that feels like managing a cricket team through spreadsheets and data rather than action.

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What players say

Players praise the match engine and statistical depth, but many say each year is just a small update that barely changes the core game. Reviews split between those who love the series and those who feel development has stalled, citing the inability to be sacked or move teams as a long-standing omission.

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