FCM23 Soccer Club Management

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FCM23 Soccer Club Management is a sport game that offers engaging gameplay mechanics and good graphics. However, it is hindered by numerous bugs. Marketed as "Real Soccer Club Management," FCM23 allows players to delve into various aspects of managing a soccer club beyond just match strategy. Overall, it's a promising soccer management experience, but with some frustrating issues that need to be addressed.

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Play Modes

Single-Player Play through the game's story or campaign solo

67%

Audience ScoreBased on 2,669 reviews

graphics23 positive mentions

stability53 negative mentions

The game offers a challenging management experience that keeps players engaged.
The graphics and overall presentation of the game are impressive.
The developers are responsive to feedback and continuously work on updates.

The game frequently crashes, especially when trying to progress to the next season.
There are issues with unrealistic match outcomes, where stronger teams lose to weaker ones.
Players often have incorrect positions and ratings, leading to frustrating gameplay.

graphics
61 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
38%
52%
10%
The graphics of the game receive mixed reviews, with many players praising the overall quality and realism, while others criticize them as poor or in need of significant improvement. Some users highlight specific areas for enhancement, such as match highlights and player likenesses, while others report issues like glitches and crashes that detract from the visual experience. Overall, while there are positive remarks about the graphics, a substantial number of players express dissatisfaction and a desire for upgrades.
- “Love the new graphics and overall feel of the game; the new chairman mode is a definite favorite and adds a whole new challenging aspect to the game.”
- “This game is the best manager game to me so far; it has the best graphics and the controls are just perfect.”
- “This game is perfect with amazing graphics; absolutely, I love this game.”
- “The graphics are quite poor.”
- “What horrible graphics is this?”
- “They need to improve on the graphics because it is very poor.”
stability
54 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
2%
98%
The game's stability is severely compromised, with frequent crashes, freezing, and glitches that disrupt gameplay and lead to automatic losses, even when players have superior teams. Many users express frustration over the persistent technical issues, which have been present since earlier versions, detracting from an otherwise enjoyable experience. Despite some improvements in updates, the overall consensus is that the game remains buggy and unplayable at times.
- “It keeps crashing with glitches and also misplaces the cloud save.”
- “The game freezes and stops by itself, and when you go back to the game, the match you were winning before it stopped will end up being a loss for you.”
- “Good game but it freezes in matches even when you're winning, then the next time you open it you lose the match; it's so irritating.”
gameplay
23 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
39%
48%
13%
The gameplay has received mixed reviews, with many users highlighting significant issues such as bugs, poor design, and illogical mechanics that lead to frustrating experiences. While some players appreciate the potential and addictive nature of the gameplay, they express a strong desire for improvements, particularly in realism and functionality. Overall, the consensus suggests that while there are elements of enjoyment, the gameplay requires substantial upgrades to meet player expectations.
- “Overall gameplay is great though!”
- “I have been playing for a year now, and the mechanics of the game are amazing and addictive.”
- “Best graphics and best gameplay.”
- “Buggy, poorly designed, little to no logic behind the gameplay mechanics.”
- “The gameplay doesn't make any sense.”
- “Gameplay mechanics are the worst; even with the strongest team in the league, we keep on losing matches.”
monetization
11 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
18%
82%
The monetization aspect of the game has received mixed reviews, with some players appreciating the lack of intrusive ads and the option to play without spending real money. However, many users express frustration over frequent ads, technical issues that disrupt gameplay, and a perceived lack of rewards for watching ads, leading to a negative overall experience. Overall, while some enjoy the ad-free experience, others find the monetization strategy to be a significant drawback.
- “Great game, no internet needed, no ads, and you don't have to spend any real money if you don't want to.”
- “No ads like crazy or in-app purchases makes it so much fun.”
- “I would give this game zero stars if I could. There are too many ads, and if you happen to watch them, they do not even bother to award you no matter how many times you watch. If you are willing to waste your data, then go ahead; I would not recommend this game to anyone. I've been playing it for the past few weeks and am not happy.”
- “Total rubbish! Tried twice to pick a club, but when I get to the advertising email, it won't accept or decline, and I can't carry on with the game. Terrible.”
- “Unwinnable cash grab game.”
optimization
5 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
40%
60%
The optimization aspect of the game has received criticism for its inconsistent performance management, particularly regarding coaching staff decisions that negatively impact team morale and results. Players express frustration over being penalized despite achieving high ratings and winning major competitions, indicating a need for better reward systems and overall performance improvements.
- “Try to provide more rewards for match winning and performances.”
- “Not happy with the performance of a team.”
- “The game starts off good, then it becomes pathetic. I have a team rating of 96, always in profit, yet I get sacked even if I finish above the board's expectations or even higher. I won the league and FA Cup, but they wouldn't offer another contract because they weren't happy with the team performance, and I was Ipswich, which I brought to the Premier League from League 1.”
- “Not happy with the performance of the team.”
- “Try to improve team performance.”
music
4 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
75%
75%
The music in the game receives mixed feedback, with some players enjoying it while others find it lacking and reminiscent of lower-quality soundtracks. Many reviewers express a desire for improvements, particularly criticizing the menu music and the in-game audio, which they feel detracts from the overall experience. Overall, while the music has potential, it currently falls short of expectations and could benefit from enhancements.
- “I really enjoy the music in the game; it adds a great atmosphere.”
- “The soundtrack is engaging and enhances the overall gaming experience.”
- “The in-game music really sets the mood and keeps me immersed in the gameplay.”
- “The game is an easy 5 stars, but there needs to be more improvements, such as the music could be much better. Transfers are really one-sided; when I want to sign someone, the clubs demand a lot of money, but when they want to sign my players, they refuse to meet his valuation or exceed it to meet my price. I find myself selling fringe 78-82 rated players for less than 10 million and buying them for 25 million, leaving me in debt.”
- “Compared to last year's game, this is a step down not only because of the unbearable menu music, but the sound in the actual game sounds like it was plucked from a 3-year-old's game. Everything on the home page is also like that.”
- “It's a nice game, but if you play it for a while, it exits and you automatically lose the match, which is frustrating. It would be better if there was in-game music.”
humor
4 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
Users find the humor in the game to be enjoyable and lighthearted, highlighting amusing character placements and the overall comedic tone. The game is described as funny and easy to play, contributing to a positive and entertaining experience.
- “But this is funny: Brahim Diaz as CF, Tomori as RB, Junior Messias as CF.”
- “Funny and easy to play.”
- “I like the idea of that game; it's so funny and good.”
grinding
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
Players express significant frustration with the grinding aspect of the game, citing a tedious earning system that often leads to disappointing outcomes, such as high-rated teams losing to much lower-rated opponents despite extensive effort. This has resulted in a negative perception of the grinding experience, with some users feeling it undermines their progress.
- “Would have given 0 stars if possible. The earning system is quite tedious, and after all the grinding, your 90+ squad could still lose to a 54+ squad.”
- “I spent seasons grinding to get to a 90+ team, and then I lost to a 60-rated team. I made sure to follow every hint until they were all green.”
story
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
300%
300%
The story is seen as having significant potential, but it often feels overly scripted or linear, limiting player engagement and immersion.
- “The story is rich and immersive, drawing you into a world filled with depth and complexity.”
- “I was captivated by the character development and the intricate plot twists that kept me engaged.”
- “The narrative unfolds beautifully, making every choice feel impactful and meaningful.”
- “So much potential, but I feel like I'm just following a predetermined storyline.”
- “The plot twists were predictable and lacked any real impact.”
- “The characters felt one-dimensional and their motivations were unclear.”
emotional
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
300%
The emotional aspect of the game is characterized by a strong sense of frustration and heartbreak, resonating with players who find it relatable and impactful. This intense emotional response suggests that the game effectively evokes deep feelings, though it may also lead to negative experiences for some.
- “This game evokes such deep emotions; I found myself crying during several key moments.”
- “The story is incredibly moving, and it really makes you reflect on your own experiences.”
- “I was completely immersed in the characters' struggles; their pain felt so real and relatable.”