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Best Sports games of 2018
The 18 best Sports games released in 2018, ranked from 5,086 critic and player ratings.
The best Sports game of 2018 is Forza Horizon 4, with a critic score of 90/100 — updated September 2026.
How this ranking is built
- Games are ranked on the aggregated critic score out of 100 imported from IGDB and Metacritic, never on Tier's own grades.
- A game only enters the ranking with at least 80 external ratings, so a single enthusiastic review never outranks a proven classic.
- Community grades from F to S are shown next to every game, and only stated as a fact above 5 Tier ratings.
- Release window covered: 2018.
- 18 games are listed on this page, carrying 5,086 ratings between them.
- Rankings are recomputed hourly; this one was last rebuilt on 28 September 2026.
Top 18
01
B
Forza Horizon 4
Dynamic seasons change everything at the world’s greatest automotive festival. Go it alone or team up with others to explore beautiful and historic Britain in a shared open world. Collect, modify and drive over 450 cars. Race, stunt, create and explore – choose your own path to become a Horizon Superstar.
90
/100
02
Alto's Odyssey
Alto’s Odyssey is an endless sandboarding journey set against an ever-changing desert landscape. The game features Alto series hallmarks like fluid physics-based movement, procedurally generated terrain, and dynamic lighting and weather effects. Players will soar above windswept dunes, traverse thrilling canyons, and explore long-hidden temple cities in a fantastical place far from Alto’s home village.
88
/100
03
Beat Saber
Beat Saber is an immersive rhythm experience you have never seen before! Enjoy tons of handcrafted levels and swing your way through the pulsing music beats, surrounded by a futuristic world. Use your sabers to slash the beats as they come flying at you – every beat indicates which saber you need to use and the direction you need to match. With Beat Saber you become a dancing superhero!
85
/100
B
Forza Horizon 4
Dynamic seasons change everything at the world’s greatest automotive festival. Go it alone or team up with others to explore beautiful and historic Britain in a shared open world. Collect, modify and drive over 450 cars. Race, stunt, create and explore – choose your own path to become a Horizon Superstar.
90
/100
02
Alto's Odyssey
Alto’s Odyssey is an endless sandboarding journey set against an ever-changing desert landscape. The game features Alto series hallmarks like fluid physics-based movement, procedurally generated terrain, and dynamic lighting and weather effects. Players will soar above windswept dunes, traverse thrilling canyons, and explore long-hidden temple cities in a fantastical place far from Alto’s home village.
88
/100
03
Beat Saber
Beat Saber is an immersive rhythm experience you have never seen before! Enjoy tons of handcrafted levels and swing your way through the pulsing music beats, surrounded by a futuristic world. Use your sabers to slash the beats as they come flying at you – every beat indicates which saber you need to use and the direction you need to match. With Beat Saber you become a dancing superhero!
85
/100
04
F1 2018
MAKE HEADLINES in F1 2018. F1 2018 is the official videogame of the 2018 FIA FORMULA ONE WORLD CHAMPIONSHIP. The new game immerses players into the world of Formula 1 more than ever before.
84
/100
05
FIFA 19
Experience the world’s most prestigious club competition with the addition of the UEFA Champions League. The legendary tournament is woven into every mode in FIFA 19, introducing brand new ways to play.
80
/100
06
PRO EVOLUTION SOCCER 2019
Pro Evolution Soccer 2019 is a football simulation game developed and published by Konami in 2018. It emphasizes realistic gameplay with improved ball physics, player fatigue, and enhanced animations. The game expands its roster of licensed leagues and clubs, while maintaining modes such as Master League and Become a Legend.
80
/100
07
Laser League
"Blink and you are dead! LASER LEAGUE is the new last-word in high-speed, future-sports team action. Battle against the opposition for control of nodes that bathe the arena in deadly light. Evade rival coloured beams, and fry your opponents with speed, strength and strategy." "In 2150 the most popular global sport is Laser League. Teams of players battle against the opposition for control of nodes that bathe the arena in deadly light. Evading rival colored beams, teams attempt to fry their opponents with speed, strength and strategy. Utilize special offensive and defensive abilities, as well as game-changing power-ups on the arena floor, to provide an edge at the crucial moment."
79
/100
08
Wreckfest
Wreckfest is a racing and vehicular combat game centered on demolition derbies and banger racing, with a focus on realistic physics and location-based vehicle damage that changes how cars handle as they take hits. Before an event, players pick a car, adjust assists such as transmission type and braking aids, and can buy, customise, and upgrade vehicles. Races reward a balance of defensive driving and aggressive tactics like ramming and shunting rivals into barriers. The game offers career, multiplayer, and custom event play, and is regarded as a spiritual successor to the FlatOut series.
79
/100
09
EA SPORTS NHL 19
In NHL 19, hockey returns to its roots by taking the game to the great outdoors. Play on outdoor rinks and journey from the pond to the pros in new and returning modes. Compete with and against over 200 of the greatest hockey legends, including Wayne Gretzky, all powered by the cutting-edge gameplay technology Real Player Motion Tech. RPM Tech delivers explosive-edge skating with faster acceleration, and more responsiveness. A new collision physics system also adds bigger, jaw-dropping hits. Introducing World of CHEL, a brand new game hub of new and returning Create-A-Character modes united under a single reward system. Design your character and progress to earn custom gear, equipment and over 900 new apparel customization options, including lifestyle clothing like hoodies, jackets, winter knits and more. Express yourself with a unique look and personalize your game with brand new player classes and unique player traits that give you the freedom to look, feel and play the way you want.
79
/100
10
Horizon Chase Turbo
Horizon Chase Turbo is a standalone homage to classic 16-bit racers that defined a generation of high-speed, frenetic arcade fun. The game ignites an instant blast of nostalgia with catchy contemporary chiptune music, split screen multiplayer and retro design with modern gameplay.
78
/100
11
EA SPORTS UFC 3
76
/100
12
WWE 2K19
76
/100
13
Mario Tennis Aces
75
/100
14
Kabounce
70
/100
15
Monster Energy Supercross - The Official Videogame
68
/100
16
Asphalt 9: Legends
68
/100
17
Forza Street
51
/100
18
Headsnatchers
45
/100
F1 2018
MAKE HEADLINES in F1 2018. F1 2018 is the official videogame of the 2018 FIA FORMULA ONE WORLD CHAMPIONSHIP. The new game immerses players into the world of Formula 1 more than ever before.
84
/100
05
FIFA 19
Experience the world’s most prestigious club competition with the addition of the UEFA Champions League. The legendary tournament is woven into every mode in FIFA 19, introducing brand new ways to play.
80
/100
06
PRO EVOLUTION SOCCER 2019
Pro Evolution Soccer 2019 is a football simulation game developed and published by Konami in 2018. It emphasizes realistic gameplay with improved ball physics, player fatigue, and enhanced animations. The game expands its roster of licensed leagues and clubs, while maintaining modes such as Master League and Become a Legend.
80
/100
07
Laser League
"Blink and you are dead! LASER LEAGUE is the new last-word in high-speed, future-sports team action. Battle against the opposition for control of nodes that bathe the arena in deadly light. Evade rival coloured beams, and fry your opponents with speed, strength and strategy." "In 2150 the most popular global sport is Laser League. Teams of players battle against the opposition for control of nodes that bathe the arena in deadly light. Evading rival colored beams, teams attempt to fry their opponents with speed, strength and strategy. Utilize special offensive and defensive abilities, as well as game-changing power-ups on the arena floor, to provide an edge at the crucial moment."
79
/100
08
Wreckfest
Wreckfest is a racing and vehicular combat game centered on demolition derbies and banger racing, with a focus on realistic physics and location-based vehicle damage that changes how cars handle as they take hits. Before an event, players pick a car, adjust assists such as transmission type and braking aids, and can buy, customise, and upgrade vehicles. Races reward a balance of defensive driving and aggressive tactics like ramming and shunting rivals into barriers. The game offers career, multiplayer, and custom event play, and is regarded as a spiritual successor to the FlatOut series.
79
/100
09
EA SPORTS NHL 19
In NHL 19, hockey returns to its roots by taking the game to the great outdoors. Play on outdoor rinks and journey from the pond to the pros in new and returning modes. Compete with and against over 200 of the greatest hockey legends, including Wayne Gretzky, all powered by the cutting-edge gameplay technology Real Player Motion Tech. RPM Tech delivers explosive-edge skating with faster acceleration, and more responsiveness. A new collision physics system also adds bigger, jaw-dropping hits. Introducing World of CHEL, a brand new game hub of new and returning Create-A-Character modes united under a single reward system. Design your character and progress to earn custom gear, equipment and over 900 new apparel customization options, including lifestyle clothing like hoodies, jackets, winter knits and more. Express yourself with a unique look and personalize your game with brand new player classes and unique player traits that give you the freedom to look, feel and play the way you want.
79
/100
10
Horizon Chase Turbo
Horizon Chase Turbo is a standalone homage to classic 16-bit racers that defined a generation of high-speed, frenetic arcade fun. The game ignites an instant blast of nostalgia with catchy contemporary chiptune music, split screen multiplayer and retro design with modern gameplay.
78
/100
11
EA SPORTS UFC 3
76
/100
12
WWE 2K19
76
/100
13
Mario Tennis Aces
75
/100
14
Kabounce
70
/100
15
Monster Energy Supercross - The Official Videogame
68
/100
16
Asphalt 9: Legends
68
/100
17
Forza Street
51
/100
18
Headsnatchers
45
/100
Frequently asked questions
What is the best Sports game of 2018?
Forza Horizon 4 currently tops the ranking with a score of 90/100 across 1,654 ratings. Ranking updated September 2026.
How is this ranking built?
Games are ranked on their aggregated critic score out of 100, with a minimum vote threshold so a single glowing review never outranks a proven classic; the Tier community's own F-to-S grades are shown alongside each game.