Surprising news has emerged from Sega, impacting fans of the niche yet highly popular Football Manager series. In an official statement, Sega and Sports Interactive have announced that there will be no new installment for the 2025 season. The game, which had already been delayed twice, has been canceled, with all preorders set to be refunded.
The reason behind this decision is clear: the game was simply too unfinished to meet the high standards set by the developers. They had promised a major technological breakthrough for the new installment, but it seems they were unable to deliver on that vision just yet. This level of transparency is commendable, especially when compared to other sports simulators that sometimes release barely updated versions year after year (Yes, NBA 2K, we're looking at you!).
Despite the honesty, the news remains disappointing for fans. To add to the frustration, the developers have confirmed that Football Manager 24 will not receive updates with new season data. This is a significant blow, especially for those players who have historically used the game to showcase their skills, sometimes even landing real-life jobs at football clubs based on their in-game achievements. For the next year, players will have to make do with an outdated version of the game.
All that's left now is to wait for future announcements from Sega and Sports Interactive, hoping that they can deliver on their ambitious promises in the next installment.
