Soccer Manager 2020

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Soccer Manager 2020 is a single player sport game. It was developed by Soccer Manager Ltd and was released on January 29, 2020. It received mostly positive reviews from players.

Have you got what it takes to become a top football manager? Then take control of your favourite football team in Soccer Manager 2020, one of the best football management games! Take on a top flight football team to test your management skills against the best or help a lower league team fight for glory!

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77%

Audience ScoreBased on 330 reviews

graphics5 positive mentions

stability9 negative mentions

Soccer Manager 2020 offers a simple and enjoyable experience for casual players, with an easy-to-navigate interface and a good selection of teams from various leagues.
The game features a realistic transfer market that requires strategic thinking, and regular updates keep the gameplay fresh.
As a free-to-play game, it provides a decent alternative to more complex football management simulations, making it accessible for players who want a quick and fun management experience.

The game lacks depth compared to more advanced football management titles, with limited tactical options and sometimes illogical AI decisions.
Many players report issues with bugs and glitches, including problems with the transfer system and unrealistic match outcomes that can feel rigged.
There is a heavy emphasis on microtransactions, which can detract from the overall experience and lead to a pay-to-win feeling, frustrating players who prefer a more balanced gameplay.

graphics
16 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
31%
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The graphics in the game are generally considered subpar, with many users noting that they reflect its origins as a mobile title, resulting in low-resolution textures and grainy visuals. While some players appreciate the gameplay and content, they often express disappointment with the graphical quality, suggesting that improvements are needed for a better overall experience. Despite these criticisms, some players emphasize that graphics are not the primary focus in a management game, allowing them to enjoy the gameplay nonetheless.
- “The volume of content is impressive, the graphics are decent & the soundtrack is excellent.”
- “Excellent game, realistic managerial duties, great graphics.”
- “Don't expect FIFA graphics, but the results are much more realistic in my opinion.”
- “The graphics are okay for a free game; I think it was originally a mobile game, and that shows with the graphics and the microtransaction pop-ups.”
- “I thought the graphics on their promotional material were abhorrent, but maybe it had great gameplay.”
- “Love for the managing has a lot of issues; the graphics are horrible. I saw a comment that this was basically the mobile port. I believe I have no problem with low graphic players, but the field is so grainy that the matches are hard to watch. The build screen is still using low poly assets and low-resolution textures on a computer screen; it's not nice to look at, I can't stand it.”
stability
9 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The game's stability is notably problematic, with numerous users reporting a variety of glitches and bugs that significantly impact gameplay. Many players have experienced crashes and save failures, particularly after progressing through seasons, indicating a need for urgent fixes and improvements. Overall, the stability issues detract from the gaming experience, leading to a mixed reception.
- “But the big problem is that there are a lot of glitches...”
- “The game itself is a big terrarium for bugs and glitches.”
- “Major problems: many glitches with this game. After one season, the game fails in the month of June and will not save, resulting in crashes. I tried two seasons and different save files, and I have filed bug reports but received no response.”
gameplay
9 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
33%
34%
33%
Gameplay has received mixed reviews, with some users noting a lack of realism and special features, while others praise the mechanics as among the best in manager games. Although the 2018 version is considered superior in gameplay compared to the 2020 iteration, there are still calls for improvements, particularly regarding glitches and negotiation issues. Overall, the gameplay experience is seen as solid but in need of refinement.
- “The interfaces are crisp yet clear, and the mechanics are some of the best in any manager game.”
- “The graphics are better in SM 2020, but the gameplay is much better in SM 2018.”
- “The game became free of any significant pay-to-win mechanics.”
- “Gameplay isn't realistic in terms of results.”
- “For gameplay, nothing special.”
- “The game needs to fix some of the glitches with negotiations and gameplay overall; the game is 7 out of 10 (needs improvements).”
monetization
4 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
50%
75%
The monetization model of the game is generally viewed as fair, allowing players to enhance their experience through optional in-app purchases without feeling pressured to spend. However, some users criticize the presence of numerous in-app purchases, particularly on the PC version, which detracts from the overall experience.
- “This game is the best management game I have played, and there is no catch to playing. You can bolster your gameplay with in-game purchases, but you do not have to.”
- “It is the most fair game with in-game purchases I have played. Thank you!”
- “I understand that you want in-app purchases to rise, but the game is more important.”
- “This game is a mobile port that may be okay on mobile, but on PC it kind of looks like something from the 2000s and it's swarmed with in-app purchases. I rate it 6/10, but it really needs a better tutorial.”
- “It is the most fair game with in-game purchases I have played... thank you...”
story
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The story aspect of the game has received criticism for its lack of polish, particularly in the game's mechanics, which detracts from the overall experience. Players feel that a game asking for financial support should prioritize delivering a seamless and engaging narrative.
- “The story feels disjointed and lacks coherence, making it hard to stay engaged.”
- “Character development is shallow, leaving players feeling disconnected from the narrative.”
- “The plot twists are predictable and fail to deliver any real emotional impact.”
grinding
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
Players find the grinding aspect of the game to be somewhat excessive at times, but it is possible to fully develop facilities without resorting to real money or extensive in-game grinding.
- “It can be a bit grindy sometimes.”
- “The game feels a bit grindy.”
- “You can fully develop all your facilities without using real money or insane amounts of in-game grinding.”
humor
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
Users express frustration with the humor in the game, indicating that it falls flat and detracts from the overall experience, particularly in relation to player retention.
- “If you see this soccer manager, please fix this issue because it's not funny, and you will only lose players if you don't address these problems.”
- “The attempts at humor in this game fall flat and often feel forced, making the experience more frustrating than enjoyable.”
- “I expected some lighthearted moments, but the jokes are stale and miss the mark completely.”
optimization
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The optimization in SM 2019 is praised for enhancing player enjoyment, while SM 2020 is criticized for its lack of optimization, leading to disappointment despite the game's fun elements. Overall, players find SM 2019 to be a more satisfying experience in terms of performance.
- “The game is fun, and despite the graphics, I always pretend to be a commentator. My players grow based on performance, making it a good game that I recommend.”
- “I was happier with the optimization in SM 2019; I really enjoyed it. However, I found SM 2020 to be disappointing in comparison.”
- “Sm 2019 was more optimized, and I was happier in it. I really enjoyed it, but Sm 2020 is so sad to call this game rubbish.”
music
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The music in the game is highly praised, with an excellent soundtrack that enhances the overall experience, while the new menu music is also considered decent. The volume of musical content adds to the game's appeal.
- “The volume of content is impressive, the graphics are decent, and the soundtrack is excellent.”
- “The new menu music is again pretty decent.”

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Soccer Manager 2020 is a sport game.

Soccer Manager 2020 is available on PC and Windows.

On average players spend around 6 hours playing Soccer Manager 2020.

Soccer Manager 2020 was released on January 29, 2020.

Soccer Manager 2020 was developed by Soccer Manager Ltd.

Soccer Manager 2020 has received mostly positive reviews from players. Most players liked this game for its graphics but disliked it for its stability.

Soccer Manager 2020 is a single player game.

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