Football Manager 25 Officially Delayed After a Long Development Process
Sega and Sports Interactive have made the decision to delay the launch of Football Manager 25 (FM25) across all platforms due to challenges encountered during the development process. This marks the first time in the series history that a game has been delayed since 2004, despite the high expectations regarding technological advancements and the visuals of this version.
According to the official statement from Sports Interactive, FM25 faced significant difficulties in transitioning to the Unity engine, particularly concerning the user experience and interface design. While some parts of the gameplay have met the expected standards, several critical elements remain unfinished. The developers are firmly committed to not launching a product that does not meet quality expectations, as this does not align with their vision for future development.
In addition to the delay, the release timeline has been pushed back two times before now. Sega and Sports Interactive do not want to add additional delays until March, as this is already a very late point in the football season to maximize sales opportunities. Therefore, they have decided to focus their resources on developing a more polished version instead of rushing to address the current issues of FM25.
Football Manager 25 – A Major Setback for Sega and Sports Interactive
Sports Interactive acknowledges the disappointment for fans who have been eagerly awaiting the game, especially those who pre-ordered. They have apologized and committed to improving the quality of their future releases. The reason for the delay in this announcement is linked to legal and financial considerations.
Despite the setback with FM25, Sega and Sports Interactive remain committed to enhancing the quality of the Football Manager series. They hope to draw lessons from the recent challenges to ensure that the next version will achieve higher quality standards, providing the best experience for players.
