Football Manager 26 Mobile

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Football Manager 26 Mobile is a single player casual sport game. It received mostly positive reviews from players.

Take your dream team to the top. Premier League fully licensed in FM26 Mobile.

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61%

Audience ScoreBased on 6,029 reviews

gameplay16 positive mentions

stability48 negative mentions

The game offers a deep and immersive football management experience, making it addictive and enjoyable.
The graphics and interface have improved, providing a more engaging gameplay experience.
The game allows for realistic team management and player development, appealing to long-time fans of the franchise.

The requirement of a Netflix subscription to play the game has alienated many long-time fans who prefer a one-time purchase model.
The game frequently crashes, especially after updates, leading to lost progress and frustration for players.
There are persistent bugs, such as tactics resetting and issues with player transfers, which detract from the overall experience.

gameplay
72 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
22%
72%
6%
The gameplay of the game has received mixed reviews, with many users expressing frustration over persistent bugs, glitches, and a lack of 3D graphics, which detracts from the overall experience. While some players appreciate the depth and engagement of the gameplay, others criticize the simulation aspects and the handling of VAR decisions, suggesting that improvements are needed to meet player expectations. Overall, there is a strong desire for enhancements, particularly the introduction of 3D gameplay and more realistic match mechanics.
- “Gameplay is fun and engaging, easy to pick up but difficult to put down, love it!”
- “Great game, should add gameplay for perfection.”
- “Addictive gameplay, good work, dev.”
- “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!”
- “Way too buggy and have so many transfer and interactive issues that spoil the gameplay.”
- “The gameplay is the worst and everything they show you is lies.”
stability
49 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
6%
98%
The stability of the game has been widely criticized, with numerous users reporting frequent freezes, crashes, and glitches that significantly hinder gameplay. Many players experience issues when accessing specific features, such as the youth development and trophy cabinet, leading to frustration and the need to restart the game. Overall, the game is described as "buggy" and "unstable," with calls for urgent updates to address these persistent problems.
- “Great game, no glitches.”
- “The game runs smoothly without any crashes.”
- “I haven't experienced any bugs or issues during my playthrough.”
- “Whenever I click on the trophy cabinet, the game freezes and stays that way until I restart the game.”
- “Firstly, it takes a couple of tries to actually get into the game; it will start up then just freeze at a black page and overheats my phone. I needed to close and reopen the game several times before it can actually load.”
- “The latest update sucks; the game freezes a lot to the point that I can't even play the game. You guys better patch this soon; I can't be paying a Netflix subscription for a game I can't even play.”
graphics
38 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
29%
63%
8%
The graphics of the game have received mixed reviews, with many users expressing a strong desire for the addition of 3D graphics, which they believe would significantly enhance the gameplay experience. While some praise the existing graphics as "incredible," others criticize the lack of improvement from previous versions and the reliance on 2D graphics, leading to frustration among long-time players. Overall, there is a consensus that the game would greatly benefit from a more modern graphical upgrade, particularly in the match engine.
- “The graphics are incredible.”
- “The graphics of the game are so fantastic, and the game is an anime, but with the doings, it's more like a reality.”
- “It's crazily interesting, the graphics are very nice, so it's five stars for me.”
- “0 improvements from last year and still the 2D graphics in 2023.”
- “Uninstalling until 3D is brought; I'm sick of 2D graphics.”
- “The game is great, but we need some realistic in-game 3D graphics where you can see your players.”
music
24 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
13%
74%
13%
The reviews highlight a significant demand for improved music and sound effects in the game, with players expressing a desire for realistic soundtracks, including iconic songs like the Champions League anthem. Many users find the current lack of music and commentary to be a major drawback, making the gameplay feel quiet and less engaging. Overall, the consensus is that adding background music and sound effects would greatly enhance the gaming experience.
- “Especially on Champions League day, where you can hear the UCL song and also any other songs during normal league competitions.”
- “Like every other football or manager game, we need music in the game to make it better and more enjoyable for the player.”
- “It's a good game, but it could be better if you added music instead of the game being silent, and you can also add commentators for the in-game play.”
- “I would like the game to have some songs played in it.”
- “It's a good game but it could be better if you added music instead of the game being silent and you can also add commentators for the in-game play.”
- “The game is cool and interesting, but it does not have sound/music at all, why is it so?”
monetization
17 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
35%
18%
47%
The monetization model of the game has received mixed reviews, with some players appreciating the absence of ads and in-app purchases, particularly when accessed through Netflix. However, others criticize the requirement to subscribe to Netflix as a form of commercialization that detracts from the gaming experience, leading to frustrations over perceived cash grabs and calls for refunds. Overall, while many enjoy the ad-free experience, concerns about future monetization strategies linger.
- “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.”
- “I don't mind the in-app purchases though.”
- “Best football manager game ever, the game has no glitches, no ads, has the best features ever.”
- “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.”
- “Wonder how soon there will be ads in the game or paid tiers to not have ads in the games...”
optimization
12 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
42%
33%
25%
Overall, the game's optimization has received mixed reviews, with players experiencing frequent loading screen issues and lag, which can lead to lost progress. While some updates have improved stability and performance, persistent problems like poor UI and inconsistent player ratings remain unaddressed. Additionally, the lack of crowd sounds and features has contributed to a less immersive experience.
- “With the latest updates, the game is now stable and performance is good.”
- “It's a good game; tactics run smoothly but sometimes there are lags. Otherwise, it's great.”
- “Barely any features were added to the game, so you'd expect it to run smoothly.”
- “Good game, but bad optimization often gets stuck on loading screens. It can get stuck on anything at this point, and backing out of the game will lose all of your progress.”
- “Bad UI, lagging sometimes, bad performance.”
- “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.”
humor
6 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The humor in the game is highlighted by players finding amusement in the absurdities of player transactions and the quirks of game mechanics, such as complaints about negotiation issues. Some users suggest that incorporating real-life retired players as young talents could enhance the comedic and nostalgic elements of the game, while others note the humor in technical glitches and repetitive squad numbers. Overall, the humor is a mix of situational comedy and player interactions, though some aspects may frustrate players.
- “Someone was complaining (and put a 1-star) about not being able to negotiate when one of their players was bought via release clause is too funny, so I had to put 5 stars, made my day.”
- “Please.. develop squad numbers for national teams.. there are any same back numbers at 1 team, and that's funny.”
- “Selling and buying players is so funny.. you can see it in the real world.”
grinding
5 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
Players find the grinding aspect of the game tedious and frustrating, particularly due to cumbersome menu navigation and repetitive gameplay that leads to predictability. Despite some unpredictability in recent updates, issues like constant low player ratings and technical errors contribute to a sense of tedium, making it difficult to manage team setups effectively.
- “I was a big fan of this game but gave up as it became predictable and tedious.”
- “Now the game comes with Netflix, I thought I'd give it another go... it's still tedious (i.e., all your CM players constantly getting a 6 match rating and then having 1 1/2 star ability) but it's now unpredictable!”
- “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.”
replayability
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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100%
Players 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's still so replayable!”
- “A bit of advice: having more playable national teams would be great.”
- “More playable leagues would be a fantastic addition.”
- “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
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
100%
The story aspect of the game is noted to be more engaging and realistic compared to previous iterations, particularly in comparison to FC25's career mode. However, the overall experience is marred by strong dissatisfaction with the platform it is available on, leading to a negative impression of the game.
- “The story, features, and all elements are better and more realistic than FC25 career mode.”
- “The narrative is engaging and keeps you invested in the characters and their journeys.”
- “The plot twists and character development are truly remarkable, making for an unforgettable experience.”
- “The story is poorly written and fails to engage the player.”
- “The narrative lacks depth and feels rushed, leaving many plot points unresolved.”
- “Character development is weak, making it hard to care about their journeys.”
emotional
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
Reviews highlight a desire for deeper emotional engagement and tactical layers to enhance the gaming experience. However, some players express frustration with the game's complexity and outdated mechanics, which detract from their emotional connection and enjoyment. Overall, while there are moments of emotional resonance, the execution leaves many feeling confused and disconnected.
- “More tactical layers, emotional moments, and media detail would make it perfect.”

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Football Manager 26 Mobile is a casual sport game.

Football Manager 26 Mobile is available on Phone, Tablet, Android and Mobile Platform.

On average players spend around 24 hours playing Football Manager 26 Mobile.

Football Manager 26 Mobile was developed by Netflix, Inc..

Football Manager 26 Mobile has received mostly positive reviews from players. Most players liked this game for its gameplay but disliked it for its stability.

Football Manager 26 Mobile is a single player game.

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