Football Manager 27: Release Date, Platforms and Everything We Know

Sports Interactive's next season is nearly here: Football Manager 27 launches on November 10, 2026 across PC, Mac, console and mobile. Better still, you can already play it — the free FM27 Launch Preview is live on PC and Mac until 6 PM GMT on November 3, and pre-purchases come with a 10% discount plus continued early access, as confirmed in SEGA's official announcement. Here is everything we know about the release dates, platforms and editions (as of November 2, 2026).

When Does Football Manager 27 Release?

All digital versions of FM27 release on November 10, 2026 on every supported platform. The physical PC edition launches the same day, while the physical PlayStation 5 edition follows on November 20, 2026. Pre-purchases are already open through SEGA-approved retailers, with saves carried over from the Launch Preview straight into the full game.

Every Platform and Subscription Route

• FM27 (PC/Mac) — Steam, Epic Games Store and the Xbox PC app, including Xbox handheld devices. Also included day one with PC Game Pass and Xbox Game Pass Ultimate.
• FM27 Console — Xbox Series X|S, Xbox handheld devices and PlayStation 5.
• FM27 Mobile — iOS and Android, available exclusively through Netflix.
• FM27 Touch — available via Apple Arcade.

The Free Launch Preview Ends November 3

Since October 29, the FM27 Launch Preview has been free to play on PC and Mac across Steam, the Epic Games Store, the Microsoft Store and Game Pass — no sign-up required, with every game mode available including the new Shuffle Draft multiplayer mode. The free window closes at 6 PM GMT on November 3. After that, players who pre-purchase through a SEGA-approved retailer keep playing the preview with a 10% discount until launch, and all save progress carries over.

Editions and Prices

Sports Interactive has not published standalone edition pricing; the official pre-launch offer is the 10% pre-purchase discount through SEGA-approved retailers. You can already compare current key prices across dozens of stores — the comparator below tracks the cheapest options for PC, so you never overpay for launch day.

What's New in Football Manager 27

FM27 builds on the Unity-engine overhaul that began with the Football Manager 26 relaunch, adding a clearer interface, an enhanced match engine and two new touchline systems, Tactical Tweaks and Tactical Effectiveness, plus the fast-paced Shuffle Draft multiplayer mode. The series keeps the fully licensed Premier League — a four-year deal covering all 20 clubs — and the women's football that made its long-awaited debut in FM26.

Where to Buy Football Manager 27 at the Best Price

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