Soccer Manager 2023 - Football | Game Brain

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Soccer Manager 2023 - Football is a sport management game that allows you to sign real-life soccer players and manage your club to glory. However, the game is not without its flaws, as it is filled with bugs and annoying ads that can distract from the overall experience. Despite these issues, the game provides an engaging football management simulation where you can make strategic decisions to lead your team to victory.

Genres & Tags

Sport

Play Modes

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

Reviews

71%

Audience ScoreBased on 2,453 reviews

graphics34 positive mentions

monetization50 negative mentions

The new transfer mechanism adds realism and depth to player acquisitions.
The game features real players and teams, enhancing the overall experience.
There are various strategies to explore, making gameplay engaging.

The gameplay is frustratingly difficult, often leading to losses against weaker teams.
The match engine is poorly designed, with unrealistic outcomes and player behavior.
Frequent bugs and crashes hinder the overall gaming experience.

graphics
109 mentions
31 % positive mentions
51 % neutral mentions
17 % negative mentions
Overall, the graphics in the game receive mixed reviews, with many users expressing a desire for significant improvements. While some players appreciate the clarity and detail in certain aspects, such as player statistics and layouts, a substantial number criticize the quality of player models, animations, and match visuals, often describing them as unrealistic or poor. Many reviewers suggest that enhancing the graphics would greatly improve the overall gaming experience.
- “This game has very good graphics, sophisticated statistics, but easy controls.”
- “Amazing game, beautiful graphics and realistic negotiation.”
- “The game is so fantastic and interesting and I love the graphics.”
- “The graphics are unrealistic and also hard to understand.”
- “This game has the worst graphics I've ever seen.”
- “Graphics suck, goals go in from anywhere; tactics hardly play a role.”
gameplay
60 mentions
23 % positive mentions
57 % neutral mentions
20 % negative mentions
The gameplay of the game has received significant criticism for being unrealistic, laggy, and often failing to reflect player tactics, leading to frustrating experiences for users. Many players report issues such as poor defensive mechanics, ineffective goalkeeping, and a lack of responsiveness to tactical changes, which detracts from overall enjoyment. While some users appreciate certain features like the transfer bidding system, the consensus is that the gameplay needs substantial improvements to enhance realism and functionality.
- “I like the new transfer bidding feature and general gameplay so far.”
- “Awesome gameplay.”
- “Much better gameplay.”
- “I love this game, but player development is very slow, and gameplay is unrealistic. My player wins the ball, and it goes back to the legs of the opposition player. Improve gameplay.”
- “The gameplay doesn't reflect my tactics; my players just pass around without following my instructions.”
- “Very poor game; transfers have improved, but the gameplay is just embarrassing, hard to watch, and not enjoyable at all.”
monetization
54 mentions
2 % positive mentions
6 % neutral mentions
93 % negative mentions
The monetization strategy of the game has received significant criticism, primarily due to the overwhelming presence of ads, which many players find intrusive and frustrating. Despite purchasing ad removal options, users report continued ad interruptions and frequent crashes during ad viewing, leading to a perception of the game being "pay-to-win" and heavily reliant on microtransactions. Overall, while some players appreciate the game's mechanics, the excessive ads and related issues detract from the overall experience.
- “Good no ads”
- “Formations are still incomplete as last year; you can't play a 5-back formation, and your game is more pay-to-win since you're forced into microtransactions easily.”
- “They did an update and now I see 30-second ads before every game despite having paid not to see ads.”
- “I don't like that you need coins to bid for players, indirectly forcing people to make in-game purchases. The bidding system doesn't make sense to me; it just makes transfers more difficult and expensive.”
stability
28 mentions
0 % positive mentions
0 % neutral mentions
100 % negative mentions
The game's stability has been widely criticized, with numerous users reporting frequent freezes, crashes, and glitches that disrupt gameplay. Many players express frustration over the laggy experience and the need to restart the game often, indicating that the current version is less stable compared to its predecessors. While some acknowledge improvements, the overall consensus is that the game is plagued by significant stability issues that need urgent attention.
- “The game constantly freezes and you have to go out of the game and back in again.”
- “This is one of the best soccer managing games, but the problem is that it freezes a lot and you have to first close it.”
- “Too buggy... it keeps crashing... the match engine is also terrible.”
optimization
11 mentions
27 % positive mentions
45 % neutral mentions
27 % negative mentions
Overall, users express significant concerns regarding the game's optimization, highlighting issues such as poor financial management, lack of essential features, and inadequate performance metrics. Many reviewers note that the game struggles with online connectivity and battery usage, while also criticizing the player award system and transfer mechanics. Comparisons to previous versions indicate a decline in overall performance and playability, suggesting that substantial improvements are needed.
- “It needs improvement and optimization.”
- “The game is good and enjoyable to play but lacks some standard features like international breaks, player interaction due to good or poor performance, national leagues, World Cup, etc. It is called Soccer Manager and not League Manager.”
- “Need battery optimization.”
- “There is no position role optimization.”
- “Sm 2022 and Sm 2020 were much better in terms of overall performance and playability.”
- “In-game performance is very bad; fix it fast.”
music
7 mentions
29 % positive mentions
29 % neutral mentions
43 % negative mentions
The music in the game has received mixed feedback, with players praising the soundtrack but expressing frustration over its limited variety, noting that only a few songs repeat frequently. Additionally, some users have reported issues with ad volumes overriding in-game sound settings. Overall, there is a strong desire for more diverse music options, including iconic tracks like the UEFA Champions League theme.
- “And also when it's time for UEFA Champions League, I think you should add the UEFA song, just like FIFA and PES.”
- “Awesome game, just hate the limited soundtracks.”
- “Some ads play music at 200% volume, despite having turned off all sound both on the phone and on the ad itself!”
- “Is the fact there's only about three songs in the game that just constantly repeat!?”
- “Game is very good, but I wish developers would add more songs, at least 10 music.”
humor
2 mentions
150 % positive mentions
-200 % neutral mentions
150 % negative mentions
The humor in the game is perceived as inconsistent; while some players find the absurdity of losing dramatically amusing, others express frustration with technical issues that detract from the experience, particularly after spending money on in-game purchases.
- “It's hilarious to watch your max morale and max chemistry lead to a much better overall time, even when you're losing with a score of 0-49.”
- “The humor in this game is top-notch, making even the most frustrating moments entertaining.”
- “I can't stop laughing at the witty dialogue and absurd situations that unfold throughout the game.”
- “Frozen at 25% loading... not funny at all. It's frustrating not being able to log in after I've spent money on in-game purchases.”
- “The jokes in this game fall flat and feel forced, making it hard to enjoy the experience.”
- “I expected some clever humor, but instead, I was met with tired clichés that just didn't land.”
grinding
1 mentions
0 % positive mentions
-200 % neutral mentions
300 % negative mentions
Players express frustration with the grinding aspect of Soccer Manager 2022, particularly due to the agent fees that hinder their ability to acquire players despite significant effort in saving coins. Many believe that removing these fees would enhance the overall experience and potentially elevate the game's rating.
- “The agent fees need to be removed quickly; it's ridiculous. Just imagine trying to bid for a player and it shows you don't have enough coins in Soccer Manager 2022. I didn't earn a single coin without steady grinding and saving up.”
- “Grinding in this game feels endless and tedious. It takes away from the enjoyment and makes progress feel unachievable.”
- “The amount of grinding required to make any meaningful progress is exhausting. It feels like a chore rather than a fun gaming experience.”
emotional
1 mentions
100 % positive mentions
0 % neutral mentions
0 % negative mentions
The emotional aspect of the game is largely negative, with players expressing frustration over their team's performance, particularly regarding poor ball control and the ineffectiveness of their teammates compared to opposing bots. This dissatisfaction contributes to a sense of disappointment and disconnection from the gameplay experience.