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Football Manager 26 Early Reviews Praise Match Engine, Fault UI Overhaul and Stability

Early access impressions frame this as a work in progress that will need patches.

Overview

  • The series returns after a two-year gap with a radical redesign that has split long-time players.
  • Reviewers report frequent crashes and bugs in the early access build, including failures to load on first launch.
  • The upgraded 3D match engine, new camera angles, and broadcast touches such as Premier League and Champions League anthems draw strong praise.
  • A sweeping interface change replaces familiar navigation and removes visible numeric attributes, complicating player and staff evaluation for veterans.
  • Some features are currently absent, including cup draws and Transfer Deadline Day, and reviewers expect iterative updates over the coming months.