Surprising news has emerged from Sega, impacting fans of the niche yet immensely popular Football Manager series. The company, along with Sports Interactive, has officially announced that there will be no new installment for the 2025 season. In a candid statement, they confirmed the cancellation of the anticipated game and assured that all preorders would be fully refunded.
The reason behind this decision? The game, which had already faced two delays, was deemed too unfinished to release. The developers had promised a significant technological advancement for this new edition, but it appears they were unable to fulfill this vision in time. Such transparency from Sega and Sports Interactive is commendable, particularly when contrasted with other sports simulation titles that often release with minimal changes year after year (we're looking at you, NBA 2K!).
Despite the admirable honesty, the news is undoubtedly disappointing for the game's dedicated community. Adding to the frustration, the developers have confirmed that Football Manager 24 will not receive an update with new season data. This is a significant setback for players, especially given the past instances where successful in-game managers have secured real-life positions at football clubs based on their virtual achievements. For the next year, fans will have to make do with an outdated version of the game.
All that remains now is for fans to stay tuned for future announcements from Sega and Sports Interactive. The hope is that the developers will eventually deliver the promised technological leap that fans have been eagerly awaiting.
