We’re delighted to announce that Football Manager 2023 has been Verified for Steam Deck compatibility.
With Steam Deck you have the power of a PC in your hands, allowing for gaming on the go. You can take your Football Manager career on your travels, either with a brand-new save game or by taking advantage of Steam’s cloud saving compatibility with an existing save game from your home system.
If you already have Football Manager 2023 in your Steam library, it’ll be there ready for you to download and install* when logged into your account via the Steam Deck.
If you’ve got a Steam Deck and wish to buy FM23, just click the Steam button to bring up the menu and go to Store to bring up the regular Steam storefront, where you can add to cart and complete the purchase.
For any questions about running the game via Steam Deck, please visit our dedicated FAQ for further information.
*The game’s first-time setup requires an active internet connection
Developing Devastating Throw-Ins In FM23
Set pieces in football, and therefore in Football Manager, are the subject of attention and study. That attention is usually reserved for Free-Kicks and Corners but what about the innocuous throw-in? Apart from when a team develops a long throw-in programme (think Stoke City), they’re largely ignored.
This doesn’t do the humble throw-in justice, as they are an essential component of any Football Manager career.
Just throwing the ball somewhere willy-nilly not only robs you of a potential goalscoring opportunity (depending on your location, of course), but it also increases your risk of losing the ball and ending up on the wrong side of a devastating counter-attack. So again, throw-ins are far more important than you might think.
For Football Manager 2021, Ihor Crusadertsar wrote about how to build a simple, winning tactic using the classic 4-4-2.
Now, he’s returned to The Byline to provide another explainer, this time inspired by a certain Portuguese coach and focused on the Narrow Diamond variant of the same formation.
Secure the signing of the transfer window, with Football Manager 2023 now 20% off on PC/Mac, Console, Mobile and Nintendo Switch™.
The sale period runs until 6pm GMT on Thursday, February 2nd. Timings and discount levels vary by platform and territory*.
FM23 Console on PS5 arrives on February 1st. Consistent with the pre-order incentive that ran prior to our announcement that the release was to be delayed, it will launch with a 20% discount for all PlayStation Plus subscribers which will be redeemable until Tuesday, February 14th at 15:00 GMT.
Make the most of new recruitment tools to snap up world-class players and talented Wonderkids that’ll help drive your club to new levels this season.
To understand which version of Football Manager is most suitable for you, visit our Compare Games page.
*The sale on FM23 Mobile ends at 23:59 GMT on February 2nd. FM23 Touch on Nintendo Switch™ is on sale in Europe, the Middle East and Africa until 23:59pm GMT on February 2nd, with the discount in the Americas region ending at 07:59 GMT on February 3rd. There is no discount on FM23 Touch in Asia.
Football Manager 2023 Minor Update 23.2.2 Out Now
We've just released minor update 23.2.2 for Football Manager 2023 which is now available for Steam, Epic and Microsoft Store versions of the game. The update primarily looks to address issues relating to in-game stability and performance ahead of our Winter data updates due out later this year.
The update is save game compatible, meaning you're able to continue any existing managerial careers and benefit from those included changes.
If you encounter any problems downloading and installing, we recommend restarting Steam/Epic, or by manually checking for updates if you’re playing through the Windows Store.
Changelist 23.2.2 - Stability and crash fixes, including some users being unable to process past specific in-game dates or encountering problems when attempting to load saves - Improvements to performance in game, including game start up time and increasing rate of processing speed in some situations between days - Changes to game performance during matches - Removed additional game border that would appear instead of Macbook notch for users running on recent models of M1 Macs - Fix for set piece delivery aim instruction sometimes becoming unavailable
If you encounter any problems with the game and require technical support, please log a support ticket with our team. For any general bugs with the game please use our Bug Tracker and our community forums for any feedback.
Top Tips For Youth Recruitment In FM23
Seasoned Football Manager players will know that developing young players and watching them shine on the world’s biggest stages is one of the most satisfying feelings the game can provide.
However, FM fans will also know that not every club has a strong youth team when you take over and that it can often take a while for you to be greeted with a ‘Golden Generation’ on Youth Intake Day.
Although you can work with your board to improve your facilities and Youth Intake prospects, sometimes it’s necessary to look further afield to get the stars of tomorrow lining up in your team’s colours.
The stratospheric rise in the popularity of analytics in football is undeniable. From various notable sports publications and football broadcasters embracing Expected Goals (xG), to websites and social media accounts dedicated entirely to the examination of the beautiful game in the form of meaningful numbers and useful metrics, it’s everywhere. Analytics have been an integral part of Football Manager for a number of years, and Football Manager 2023 takes this to new heights.
In this article, FM Stag takes us through the newly added team performance metrics in FM23 and suggests ways you can translate these numbers into meaningful insights that’ll help you elevate your tactical decision-making.
Football Manager 2023 - 10% Off Now
Make a smart signing this December with Football Manager 2023 now 10% off across multiple platforms. This promotion runs until 3pm GMT on Monday, December 27th and applies to FM23 (Steam/Epic/Microsoft Store), FM23 Console (Xbox), and FM23 Touch (Nintendo Switch™)*.
Tear it up on the pitch this winter break and experience the closest thing to being a real football manager at the helm of some of the world’s biggest clubs. Showcase your skills in the transfer market by signing the stars of tomorrow before dominating the competition on the pitch.
*Timings vary by platform and territory. The sale in the Americas region ends at 07:59am GMT on 27/12/2022, while the Europe, Middle East and African region sale ends at 23:59 GMT on 27/12/2022.
Eight Ways To Manage Debt In FM23 Without Selling Your Best Players
In the current climate, it seems like debt and football go hand in hand. Whether it’s top-flight teams splashing the cash or a lower-league team desperate to stay afloat, many clubs are in a difficult place financially.
If you take over a team in debt in Football Manager 2023, don’t panic or throw the save aside and pick another club. Tackling that debt creates another fun challenge, one faced by many real-life clubs.
With the Major Update 23.2 out now, it’s time to start sinking the hours into a long-term career. Although instant success is nice, nothing quite matches the rewarding feeling of rising through the divisions and breaking new ground with your club of choice.
