Cricket Captain 2017 (2017)

Developer: Childish Things
Publisher: KISS ltd
Platforms: Windows
Genres: Simulation, Sports
Rating: 3.1 of 5, 36 player ratings
Typical playtime: about 9.4 hours
Where to get it: Steam

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How it feels

A deeply administrative sports management sim that feels like poring over spreadsheets and player stats to outthink opponents over a long season.

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What players say

Players praise the deep ball-by-ball simulation and large player database but widely agree each yearly release offers almost nothing new. Many call it the same game since 2013 with only updated rosters and new leagues, and note the mobile version costs far less. Reviews split: some enjoy the addictive stat management while others find it a cash grab.

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