October 10th 2024.
"We understand that this news may come as a disappointment to our loyal Football Manager fans, and for that, we are deeply sorry," stated the developer. It seems that the much-anticipated game will be facing its biggest delay yet, as Sports Interactive asks for more time to perfect the game and deliver a product that everyone can be proud of.
Unfortunately, things seem to be going from bad to worse for the team at Sports Interactive and the Football Manager franchise. This year's game, which was already delayed from early to late November, has now been postponed for the second time in just a month. The initial delay was attributed to the studio's decision to switch to the Unity game engine, which proved to be more challenging than expected, according to studio head Miles Jacobson.
In a recent blog post, the developer shared that they have made the tough decision to push back the release of Football Manager 2025 until March 2025. They explained that after discussions with their partners and licensors, it was determined that this was the best course of action. The specific release dates for different platforms will be announced once they are confirmed.
"We understand that this additional delay may not be what any of us were expecting so close to the original release date. However, we always consider the bigger picture and, in this case, it is important for us to take the time to deliver a game that meets both our own high standards and the expectations of our fans," the blog post continued.
The statement also mentioned that fans who have pre-ordered the game can request a refund from their respective retailers. This news comes after several features were already axed from the game, including touchline shouts, the data chalkboard, social media page, and various game modes.
The first delay announcement also revealed that international football would not be available as a playable mode, which had fans worried about the overall state of the game. These concerns were further amplified when the newly released trailer received significantly more dislikes than likes.
It's highly unusual for the Football Manager franchise, which has been known for its consistent annual releases, to face such a significant delay. This also poses a potential issue as the upcoming game's launch will only be eight months before Football Manager 2026 is expected to come out if they try to revert to their usual schedule.
In conclusion, the developer expressed their understanding of the disappointment this news may bring to fans. They shared that they, too, are disappointed and are deeply sorry for the delay. As they continue to work on perfecting the game, fans can stay updated by following their Twitter account, leaving a comment below, or signing up for their newsletter.
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