Football Manager 26 rolls out on November 4 across Apple Arcade (Touch), PS5/Xbox Series X|S (Console), Mobile via Netflix, and the full PC/Mac release. Beyond the Touch edition on Apple Arcade, the series arrives day-and-date on PS5/Xbox and the desktop build ships on Steam/Epic/Microsoft Store; if you’re on desktop, here are the PC version notes.
What’s new in the Touch edition
Built for quick sessions, Football Manager 26 Touch focuses on the core loop—scouting, tactics, transfers—while streamlining the heavier management layers from the desktop game. Expect a refreshed, touch-first UI, smoother match presentation with crisper player animation, and fully licensed leagues and competitions. It’s tuned for fast interactions on iPhone and iPad but scales cleanly to Mac and Apple TV.
Apple Arcade specifics
As an Apple Arcade title, Football Manager 26 Touch is included in the subscription with no ads and no in-app purchases. Cloud saves sync across Apple devices via iCloud, and controller support is available on Apple TV and Mac for living-room play. Availability and feature flags (camera angles, graphics presets, accessibility options) can vary by device and region; Apple’s listing will reflect any late additions.
How it fits into the broader FM26 lineup
All editions land the same day, each aimed at a different style of play:
- PC/Mac (Steam/Epic/Microsoft Store): deepest data views, advanced tactical tools, and the most active modding community.
- Console (PS5/Xbox Series X|S): streamlined menus and gamepad-friendly flows tuned for couch sessions.
- Mobile (iOS/Android via Netflix): the most session-driven take for on-the-go management.
- Touch (Apple Arcade): sits between desktop and mobile—faster than PC, fuller than Mobile, built around touch navigation.
Availability notes
Football Manager 26 Touch is slated for iPhone, iPad, Mac, and Apple TV on November 4. Regional storefront timing may shift by time zone, but saves carry across Apple hardware via iCloud. Controller mapping, performance presets, and UI scaling may differ slightly by platform.
