In a surprising turn of events, Sega has announced that the highly anticipated Football Manager series will not see a new release for the 2025 season. In a joint statement, Sega and Sports Interactive confirmed the cancellation of the latest installment and assured that all preorders would be fully refunded.
The decision stems from the game's significant delays and its unfinished state. The developers had promised a groundbreaking technological advancement for the new release, but they admitted that they were unable to meet their ambitious goals at this time. This level of transparency is refreshing, especially when compared to other sports simulators that sometimes release with minimal changes (a subtle nod to NBA 2K, perhaps?).
Despite the commendable honesty, the news is undoubtedly disappointing for fans. To add to the frustration, the developers also announced that Football Manager 24 will not receive updates for the new season data. This is a significant setback for the community, especially given the game's history of helping players secure real-life coaching positions based on their in-game success. For the next year, fans will have to make do with an outdated version of the game.
As the community digests this news, all eyes are now on Sega and Sports Interactive for future announcements. Fans are hopeful that the delay will lead to a more polished and innovative release when the game finally hits the shelves.
