Sega and Sports Interactive, the developer, have officially unveiled Football Manager 2026. This announcement was accompanied by a short teaser trailer offering glimpses of the revamped in-game graphics, as the developers have moved the series onto the Unity Engine.
As an avid fan, I’m thrilled to share that Sports Interactive has hinted at releasing another sneak peek video shortly, offering us a glimpse into what a regular Match Day could be like in Football Manager 26. While there’s no official word yet about the platforms or the release date for this management sim, tradition suggests we can expect a PC version to materialize. So, let’s keep our fingers crossed for more updates!
In the game’s announcement, developers note that FM26 will offer an incredibly engaging and visually stunning Football Manager experience, inviting players to embark on a personal journey that shapes their footballing future. The immersive gameplay is designed to bring players closer to the essence of soccer itself by enhancing the storytelling aspect.
The announcement was made following the confirmation by Sports Interactive and Sega in February that Football Manager 25, which had experienced multiple delays since its initial announcement, was being terminated. This move stemmed from Sports Interactive’s desire to concentrate on developing a fully-fledged game, as they were transitioning to a new game engine at the time.
Our games have always been known for providing exceptional value, offering endless enjoyable experiences that make each moment and every cent spent worthwhile. As we introduced Football Manager 25, our goal was to revolutionize the series with significant technical and visual improvements for a generation, paving the way for a new era.
The studio openly discussed several hurdles they encountered during the creation of Football Manager 25, eventually determining that they wouldn’t be able to meet their deadline without compromising on quality.
Despite facing numerous obstacles we’ve openly discussed and many unexpected ones too, we haven’t reached our goals in as many aspects of the game as we’d hoped, despite the incredible work from our team. Every choice to postpone the release was made with the goal of bringing the game up to the desired quality, but as we neared crucial stages around the year-end, it became increasingly obvious that we wouldn’t meet the required standard, even with an extended deadline.
The most recent installment in the Football Manager series was Football Manager 2024, which debuted in November 2023. Although the franchise usually delivers a new game every year, the scrapping of Football Manager 25 has disrupted this pattern. Nevertheless, Football Manager 2024 received favorable reviews upon its release and eventually amassed over 6 million players. For further insights, feel free to peruse our review on Football Manager 2024.
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2025-08-13 18:49