Football Manager 2020 (2019)

Developer: Sports Interactive
Publisher: SEGA
Genres: Simulation, Sports
Rating: 4.5 of 5, 31,662 player ratings
Typical playtime: about 426 hours
Where to get it: Steam

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How it feels

A deep, immersive simulation where every tactical and managerial decision carries weight, creating a tense yet rewarding sense of control over a living football world.

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What players say

Players log hundreds to thousands of hours, calling it addictive and solid compared to later editions like FM26. A common complaint is the three-substitute limit, though it can be sidestepped with the pre-game editor.

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