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FIFA 21 is hard to replace: few games combine deep simulation, competitive edge and setting modern in quite the same way. We analyzed over 2,000 titles across 13 gameplay attributes and found 35 genuine alternatives — not generic genre suggestions. EA SPORTS™ FIFA 21, FIFA 22 and EA SPORTS FC™ 24 lead the list, with EA SPORTS™ FIFA 21 reaching a 97/100 similarity score. Every game here is ranked by how closely it replicates what makes FIFA 21 special.

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GenreSimulationSubgenreJob Sim
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CompetitiveCasualMultiplayerPvP
Year 2020Dev EA Vancouver

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The closest game to FIFA 21 is EA SPORTS™ FIFA 21 — scoring 97/100 on our similarity scale. FIFA 22 and EA SPORTS FC™ 24 follow close behind.

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EA SPORTS™ FIFA 21
SimulationJob Sim
MultiplayerOfflineSoloCo-opPvPOnlineCompetitiveCasualsetting-modernIsometric
Steam👍 76%· 56KRAWG👍 49%· 270MC67
Year 2020Dev Electronic Arts Canada · Electronic ArtsPlaytime ~14hOn PC · PS · Xbox

✓ Nearly identical: deep simulation, sports simulation and competitive edge.

≠ Missing: visual third person.

95
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FIFA 22
SimulationJob Sim
OfflineSoloMultiplayerCo-opOnlinePvPCompetitiveIsometricThird Person
Steam👍 81%· 120KRAWG👍 54%· 235MC76IGDB79· 7OC78· 91
Year 2021Dev Electronic Arts Vancouver · Electronic ArtsPlaytime ~21hOn PC · PS · Xbox

✓ If you enjoyed FIFA 21, expect deep simulation, sports simulation and competitive edge

≠ Stands apart with strong narrative focus and open world exploration, while skipping vibe casual

EA SPORTS FC™ 24
SimulationJob Sim
SoloMultiplayerCo-opPvPOfflineOnlineCompetitiveIsometricThird Person
Steam👍 58%· 111KRAWG👍 60%· 70IGDB66· 6OC74· 95
Year 2023Dev EA Canada & EA Romania · Electronic ArtsPlaytime ~30hOn PC · PS · Xbox

✓ Like FIFA 21, it's known for deep simulation, sports simulation and competitive edge

≠ Its own twist: melee combat, visual 3d and visual first person, while skipping vibe casual

EA SPORTS FC™ 25
SimulationJob Sim
MultiplayerPvPOfflineCo-opSoloOnlineCompetitivesetting-modern
Steam👍 53%· 106KRAWG👍 42%· 42OC76· 91
Year 2024Dev Electronic ArtsPlaytime ~41hOn PC · PS · Xbox

✓ Nearly identical: deep simulation, sports simulation and competitive edge.

≠ Missing: vibe casual.

Landfall Archives
SimulationJob Sim
OfflineSoloMultiplayerCasualFirst Person
Steam👍 95%· 3.6K
Year 2023Dev LandfallPlaytime ~1hOn PC

✓ Like FIFA 21, it's known for deep simulation, vibe casual and offline

≠ Stands apart with adventure storytelling, visual first person and free to play, while skipping sports simulation

87
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Moving Out
SimulationJob Sim
SoloMultiplayerCo-opOfflineCasualIsometric
Steam👍 80%· 2.3KIGDB75· 10OC77· 74
Year 2020Dev DEVM Games · Team17On PS4 · PC · Xbox

✓ Shared with FIFA 21: deep simulation, vibe casual and single-player focus

≠ Its own twist: adventure storytelling, puzzle design and melee combat, while skipping sports simulation

Guitar Hero III: Legends of Rock
SimulationJob Sim
OfflineSoloMultiplayerCo-op
IGDB84· 6
Year 2007Dev Vicarious Visions · ActivisionOn PlayStation 3 · PC · Mac

✓ If you enjoyed FIFA 21, expect deep simulation, offline and single-player focus

≠ Where it differs: brings puzzle design, while skipping sports simulation

87
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VR SUPER SPORTS
SimulationJob Sim
MultiplayerSoloCo-opOfflineCasual
Steam👍 83%· 841IGDB60· 3
Year 2016Dev Cherry Pop GamesPlaytime ~1hOn PC · PS

✓ Nearly identical: deep simulation, sports simulation and vibe casual.

≠ Missing: competitive edge.

89
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FIFA 23
SimulationJob Sim
SoloMultiplayerCo-opPvPOfflineOnlineThird PersonIsometric
Steam👍 57%· 151KIGDB81· 3OC76· 82
Year 2022Dev EA Vancouver · EA SportsOn Xbox · PS4 · PC

✓ Like FIFA 21, it's known for deep simulation, sports simulation and single-player focus

≠ Its own twist: strong narrative focus, open world exploration and resource management, while skipping competitive edge

Soccer Online: Ball 3D
SimulationJob Sim
PvPMultiplayerCo-opOnlineCompetitiveThird Person
Steam👍 84%· 11KRAWG👍 17%· 28
Year 2017Dev UnusualsoftPlaytime ~1hOn PC · Apple Macintosh

✓ Shared with FIFA 21: deep simulation, sports simulation and competitive edge

≠ Where it differs: brings punishing difficulty, melee combat and skill tree progression, while skipping vibe casual

83
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Liar's Bar
SimulationJob Sim
MultiplayerPvPCo-opOnlineCasual
Steam👍 90%· 55KRAWG👍 76%· 31
Year 2024Dev Curve AnimationPlaytime ~2hOn PC

✓ Shared with FIFA 21: deep simulation, vibe casual and multiplayer gameplay

≠ Its own twist: turn-based strategy, card game strategy and puzzle design, while skipping sports simulation

86
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Wii Sports
SimulationJob Sim
OfflineSoloMultiplayerCo-opThird Person
IGDB75· 2
Year 2006Dev Nintendo EAD Software Development Group No.2 · Nintendo

✓ Like FIFA 21, it's known for deep simulation, sports simulation and offline

≠ Stands apart with visual first person, while skipping competitive edge

86
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Virtua Tennis 4
SimulationJob Sim
OfflineMultiplayerSoloCo-opThird Person
Steam👍 72%· 341RAWG👍 77%· 65IGDB69· 6
Year 2011Dev SEGAPlaytime ~2hOn PC · PS · Nintendo

✓ Nearly identical: deep simulation, sports simulation and offline.

≠ Missing: competitive edge.

83
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NBA 2K12
SimulationJob Sim
OfflineSoloMultiplayerThird Person
IGDB84· 6
Year 2011Dev Visual Concepts · 2K SportsOn PlayStation 3 · PC

✓ Nearly identical: deep simulation, sports simulation and offline.

≠ Missing: competitive edge.

World Soccer: Winning Eleven 7 International
SimulationJob Sim
SoloMultiplayerCo-opIsometricThird Person
IGDB87· 4
Year 2003Dev Konami Computer Entertainment Tokyo · KonamiOn PC

✓ Nearly identical: deep simulation, sports simulation and single-player focus.

≠ Missing: competitive edge.

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Frequently asked questions

What is the best game similar to FIFA 21?
The closest game to FIFA 21 is EA SPORTS™ FIFA 21, scoring 97/100 on our similarity scale. They share 12 gameplay attributes, including deep simulation, sports simulation and multiplayer gameplay. It's the most faithful alternative currently available.
What are the top games like FIFA 21?
The three closest games to FIFA 21 are: 1. EA SPORTS™ FIFA 21 (97/100, 12 shared attributes) 2. FIFA 22 (95/100, 11 shared attributes) 3. EA SPORTS FC™ 24 (95/100, 11 shared attributes). All share FIFA 21's most important gameplay attributes, ranked out of 35 candidates across 13 dimensions.
Is FIFA 22 similar to FIFA 21?
Yes, very much so — FIFA 22 scores 95/100 similarity to FIFA 21. They share 11 attributes, including deep simulation and sports simulation. It's one of the most direct alternatives available.
What Simulation games are similar to FIFA 21?
The best Simulation games similar to FIFA 21 are EA SPORTS™ FIFA 21, FIFA 22, EA SPORTS FC™ 24 and EA SPORTS FC™ 25. All share the Simulation genre alongside other key FIFA 21 attributes like deep simulation, sports simulation and multiplayer gameplay.
How is similarity to FIFA 21 calculated?
We compare FIFA 21 against every game in our catalog using 13 gameplay attributes: genre, atmosphere, world structure, play modes, combat style, and more. Each category is weighted differently — genre matters more than visual style, for instance. The result is a 0-100 score reflecting how closely a game replicates the FIFA 21 experience, not just whether it shares the same genre label.
Are there free games similar to FIFA 21?
Yes — VRChat and eFootball™ are free and score well on similarity to FIFA 21. They're a great way to test whether the play style clicks before investing in other paid titles.