Football Manager 2024 Mobile

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No. 1 soccer management game

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Play Modes

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

59%

Audience ScoreBased on 4,813 reviews

gameplay13 positive mentions

stability40 negative mentions

The game is very addictive and enjoyable, providing a great football management experience.
The graphics and interface have improved, making it more engaging for players.
The game offers a realistic simulation of football management, allowing players to strategize and make decisions.

The requirement of a Netflix subscription to play the game has disappointed many long-time fans.
There are frequent crashes and bugs, particularly when trying to load saved games or during gameplay.
The transfer system is unrealistic, with clubs often undervaluing players and making it difficult to sell.

gameplay
62 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
21%
73%
6%
The gameplay of the game has received mixed reviews, with many users highlighting significant glitches, such as corrupted save files and inconsistent scoring, which detract from the overall experience. While some players appreciate the depth and engagement of the gameplay, there are widespread calls for improvements, particularly the addition of 3D graphics and better simulation mechanics. Overall, the gameplay is seen as needing substantial fixes and enhancements to meet player expectations.
- “Gameplay is fun and engaging, easy to pick up but difficult to put down, love it!”
- “Quite decent gameplay for football manager that runs on mobile.”
- “Great interface and gameplay overall.”
- “I've played the FM mobile version every year since its beginning... this game is the biggest letdown in the series yet, constant corrupted save files or refusing to load them, goals randomly added to the score when the gameplay bar says something different, games being played without managing the team just skips to the next day!”
- “So many expectations weren't even met, there's still no 3D gameplay graphic and transfer negotiations are messy and buggy.”
- “The gameplay is the worst and everything they show you is lies.”
stability
41 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
7%
98%
The game's stability has been widely criticized, with users reporting frequent crashes, freezes, and various glitches that significantly hinder gameplay. Many players experience issues with loading, requiring multiple attempts to start the game, and encounter bugs that affect game mechanics and save data. Overall, the transition to Netflix appears to have exacerbated these stability problems, leading to a frustrating experience for many users.
- “Great game, no glitches.”
- “The game runs smoothly without any crashes.”
- “I haven't experienced any bugs or issues during my playthrough.”
- “The latest update sucks; the game freezes a lot to the point that I can't even play it. You guys better patch this soon; I can't be paying a Netflix subscription for a game I can't even play.”
- “Game freezes and closes after June 9, 2024, after the recent update.”
- “Way too buggy and have so many transfer and interactive issues that spoil the gameplay.”
graphics
36 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
28%
64%
8%
The graphics of the game receive mixed feedback, with many users praising the overall aesthetic but expressing frustration over the lack of 3D graphics during gameplay. While some appreciate the current visuals, a significant number of players are calling for improvements, particularly the introduction of 3D graphics to enhance realism and engagement. Additionally, there are reports of glitches and issues with player profile graphics following recent updates, indicating a need for optimization.
- “The graphics of the game are so fantastic, and while it has an anime style, it feels more like reality. You can also release players from the club to create your own academy or youth team.”
- “It's crazily interesting; the graphics are very nice, so it's five stars for me.”
- “Quality game! I only need 3D graphics, and this game is the best in the world. Also, you can add match day sounds and advance in highlight audio commentary.”
- “Love the game but a lot of the player profile and league table graphics are glitchy after the latest update.”
- “0 improvements from last year and still the 2D graphics in 2023.”
- “Uninstalling until 3D is brought, I'm sick of 2D graphics.”
music
20 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
15%
70%
15%
The reviews highlight a significant absence of music and sound effects in the game, with many players expressing disappointment over the lack of crowd noises, referee whistles, and iconic football anthems like the Champions League theme. Users feel that the silence detracts from the overall experience, suggesting that the inclusion of background music and commentary would enhance enjoyment and immersion. Overall, the consensus is that the game would greatly benefit from improved audio elements to create a more engaging atmosphere.
- “Like every other football or manager game, we need music in the game to make it better and more enjoyable for the player.”
- “Especially on Champions League day, where you can hear the UCL song and also any other songs in normal league competitions.”
- “Having some background music will be so nice because honestly, the game can be so quiet and it's not good.”
- “I don't expect music, but surely referees' whistles, etc., should be added to the game. What is the point of having that sound option if it's not utilized?”
- “Zero music, clunky and messy interface, slower than my grandma. This 2D game makes it seem like it should be from FM 2001. There's no value in paying money to play this horribly made game; why couldn't they make it similar to the PC version?”
- “It's a good game, but it could be better if you added music instead of the game being silent. You could also add commentators for the in-game play.”
monetization
13 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
38%
16%
46%
The monetization model of the game has received mixed reviews, with some players appreciating the absence of ads and in-game purchases when accessed through Netflix, while others express frustration over the requirement to subscribe to Netflix for ad-free gameplay. Critics argue that the game's transition to a Netflix model feels like a cash grab, leading to dissatisfaction among those who previously purchased the game without such conditions. Overall, the monetization strategy has sparked significant debate, with some praising its ad-free experience and others demanding refunds due to the new subscription requirement.
- “Really good football management game... no ads, no need to spend money... but could do with 3D matches and cut scenes for player signings and negotiations... also you should add specific player ratings instead of the star system.”
- “Love it... absolute masterpiece, no ads, no fuss, just pure entertainment.”
- “Best football manager game, no ads, strictly offline.”
- “I am giving it a 1 star rating because Netflix bought this game and used it for cheap service advertising.”
- “Same cash grab as the last 2 years; it's starting to lag behind competition and these commercialization tactics are only backfiring at you.”
- “I'm not paying for streaming to see ads.”
optimization
6 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
50%
50%
Overall, the game's optimization has seen improvements with recent updates, resulting in better stability and performance. However, players still report issues such as a lack of crowd sounds, inconsistent player ratings, and random results, which detract from the overall experience. Additionally, the absence of new features raises expectations for smoother gameplay.
- “With the latest updates, the game is now stable and performance is good.”
- “Barely any features were added to the game, so you'd expect it to run smoothly.”
- “Persistent issues, like defensive midfielders consistently receiving low ratings and the absence of national team call-ups for deserving players despite outstanding performances, remain unaddressed.”
- “However, when your players go on international duty, the performance reports just pile up in the mail, and you struggle to see when the last game was.”
- “Still winds me up that the game is silent - no crowd noises, cheering for goals, booing for poor performances, or whistles for decisions, etc. This could easily be added.”
- “Player performance levels fluctuate massively at lower league level - results are ridiculously random.”
humor
6 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The humor in the game is noted for its absurdities, such as the comedic aspects of player transactions and the suggestion to reintroduce retired real-life players as young talents to maintain interest. Users find amusement in the quirks of gameplay, like the inability to negotiate after a player is bought via a release clause, which some players find hilariously frustrating. However, there are also complaints about the game's functionality and the need for a Netflix account, which adds to the overall humorous yet frustrating experience.
- “Selling and buying players is so funny; you can see it in the real world.”
- “Someone was complaining (and put a 1-star) about not being able to negotiate when one of their players was bought via release clause. It's too funny, so I had to put 5 stars; it made my day.”
- “Please develop squad numbers for national teams; there are too many players with the same back numbers on one team, and that's funny.”
grinding
5 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
Players find the grinding aspect of the game to be tedious and frustrating, particularly due to cumbersome player selection and management processes that disrupt gameplay. While some appreciate the unpredictability introduced in recent updates, the overall experience remains marred by repetitive tasks and technical issues, leading to a loss of interest for many.
- “It makes altering your setup so tedious, and I end up playing people out of position or playing people who need a rest as a result.”
- “Player selection is tedious with the jump to a different menu.”
- “I was a big fan of this game but gave up as it became predictable and tedious.”
replayability
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
100%
Users find the game highly replayable despite its limitations in the 3D match engine, suggesting that the addition of more playable national teams and leagues could enhance the experience further.
- “It's not even a 3D match engine, yet it still offers so much replayability!”
- “A bit of advice: having more playable national teams would be a great addition.”
- “More playable leagues would be a fantastic enhancement!”
- “It's not even a 3D match engine, yet still so much replayability!”
- “The lack of variety in gameplay makes it hard to want to replay.”
- “Once you've completed the main story, there's little incentive to go back.”
story
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The reviews express strong dissatisfaction with the game's story, describing it as lacking substance and engaging elements, leading to a negative overall experience. Users indicate that the narrative fails to captivate, contributing to their decision not to play the game again.
- “Get it off Netflix (it's a dreadful platform and not worth the money, total garbage) - end of story.”
- “You destroyed the game... but really, I like I'm never playing this again.”
emotional
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The emotional response to the game is largely negative, with players expressing frustration over its confusing mechanics and outdated design, which detracts from the overall experience and leaves them feeling overwhelmed and disconnected.