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SEGA and Sports Interactive have released a feature deep-dive video for Football Manager 27, showcasing significant updates to the game's match engine. The title will be available on PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X|S, PC, Mac, and Netflix.
The engine introduces a new Tactical Tweaks system, allowing managers to make real-time decisions without entering the full tactics menu. Players can now execute specific commands like swapping wingers or instructing the goalkeeper to join an attack, while team-wide adjustments such as changing pressing intensity or width can be applied instantly.
Visual and mechanical improvements include expanded animations developed with Hawk-Eye Innovations, featuring new skills like the Elastico and Heel Chop. Furthermore, the stamina system has been overhauled; player fatigue now visibly impacts performance, making the endurance attribute critical for recovery and repeated sprinting throughout a 90-minute match.
The Shouts system has been restructured to directly influence player morale and mental state rather than providing minor attribute boosts. Staff will provide feedback on these interactions, and players will exhibit distinct reactions based on their personality types and the match context.
