: For the first time, players were grouped by influence. Alienating a "Team Leader" could lead to a full-blown mutiny, while keeping them happy helped smooth over issues with younger prospects.
: The introduction of a dedicated Medical Centre allowed managers to work closely with sports scientists to manage injury risks, moving beyond the simple "physio report" of the past. Community Legends and Save Stories
: FM18 introduced a revamped 3D engine with improved lighting and more realistic player animations, making match days feel more immersive than the "muddled complexity" of previous years.
In 2017, Sports Interactive moved away from purely numbers-based simulation to focus on the "humanity of football".
: For the first time, players were grouped by influence. Alienating a "Team Leader" could lead to a full-blown mutiny, while keeping them happy helped smooth over issues with younger prospects.
: The introduction of a dedicated Medical Centre allowed managers to work closely with sports scientists to manage injury risks, moving beyond the simple "physio report" of the past. Community Legends and Save Stories Download Football Manager 2018 PC Game 2017
: FM18 introduced a revamped 3D engine with improved lighting and more realistic player animations, making match days feel more immersive than the "muddled complexity" of previous years. : For the first time, players were grouped by influence
In 2017, Sports Interactive moved away from purely numbers-based simulation to focus on the "humanity of football". : For the first time