Rank 01Games like Rugby 22
- 34 games
- Updated May 4, 2026
Players who liked Rugby 22 also play
The closest matches to Rugby 22: RUGBY 20, Rugby Challenge 3, Madden NFL 22, WRC 8 FIA World Rally Championship, and F1® 24. Ranked by imho.run from Steam co-play data, shared tags and reviews.
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WRC 8 FIA World Rally Championship
Why this: Also e-sports and Competitive, like Rugby 22.
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- Released: 2022
- Developer: Eko Software
- Price: $39.99checked Nov 7
- 78% of 229 reviews
- Genres: Sports, Simulation
- Platforms: Windows
Players highlight
- Career mode progression feels satisfying
- Kicking tactics extend beyond defensive clearance
- Replayability is high despite flaws
- Challenging
- Competitive
- Intense
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Reviewers mention these as similar to Rugby 22
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Rugby 25
Why this: Same competitive mood as Rugby 22.
Cheaper alternatives
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Why this: Also Competitive and Team-Based, like Rugby 22.
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Why this: Also e-sports and Competitive, like Rugby 22.
Nidhogg
Why this: Same competitive mood as Rugby 22.
Free alternatives
Free games the recommender matches to Rugby 22, limited to titles with at least 500 Steam reviews and 80% positive.
Battlerite
Why this: Also e-sports and Competitive, like Rugby 22.
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Why this: Also e-sports and Team-Based, like Rugby 22.
SurfsUp
Why this: Same competitive mood as Rugby 22.
More from Eko Software
Other recommendable Steam games by Eko Software, ranked by review count so the studio's hits land first.
How to Survive 2
Why this: Same challenging mood as Rugby 22.
Handball 17
Why this: Same competitive mood as Rugby 22.
About Rugby 22
The closest matches to Rugby 22: RUGBY 20, Rugby Challenge 3, Madden NFL 22, WRC 8 FIA World Rally Championship, and F1® 24. Ranked by imho.run from Steam co-play data, shared tags and reviews.
If Rugby 22 is your kind of game, the closest matches are RUGBY 20, Rugby Challenge 3 and Madden NFL 22 — picked from the ranked list below. Reviewers describe it as challenging, competitive and intense, and single out its kicking strategies and ruck and maul tactics. Each pick is ranked by what players of this game also play, shared genres and tags, and review-mined similarity — not a generic popularity list.
About Rugby 22: Crouch, bind, set! Discover the true rugby experience. Play with best clubs and top nations, enjoy dynamic gameplay that stays faithful to the sport, and experience the intensity of big matches.
Is Rugby 22 worth buying?
Mostly recommended
A summary of what players say, not a promise you'll like it. Every signal is listed below.
- 78% of 229 Steam reviews are positive.
- We don't track this game's daily reviews yet, so this is the all-time picture.
- Price: $39.99 (checked Nov 7).
- People who recommend it had played a median of 12 h when they wrote their review.
- Not supported on Steam Deck.
What fans praise · Themes mined from positive reviews
- Career mode progression feels satisfying
- Kicking tactics extend beyond defensive clearance
- Replayability is high despite flaws
- Tactical ruck and maul play rewards creativity
People who play it also play: RUGBY 20, Rugby Challenge 3, Madden NFL 22
Frequently asked about Rugby 22
Can I run it?
Does Rugby 22 work on Steam Deck?
Rugby 22 is currently rated Unsupported on Steam Deck. It may not launch or may have significant issues that block normal play.
How much does Rugby 22 cost?
Rugby 22 is listed on Steam at 39.99 USD (current store price; Steam sales may reduce this temporarily).
Does Rugby 22 have multiplayer or co-op?
Yes — Rugby 22 supports multi-player play according to its Steam store listing (Multi-player, Online PvP, Shared/Split Screen PvP).
What games are most similar to Rugby 22?
Based on Steam play patterns and shared genres/tags, the games most often recommended alongside Rugby 22 are RUGBY 20, Rugby Challenge 3, Madden NFL 22.
Who developed Rugby 22?
Rugby 22 was developed by Eko Software and published by Nacon.