SEGA and developer Sports Interactive have announced that the PlayStation 5 version of Football Manager 2023 Console has been delayed from its initial November 8 release date “due to unforeseen complications which have arisen during the submissions and approvals process.” A new release date has yet to be announced. Those who pre-ordered via the PSN Digital storefront will have their pre-order canceled, and a full refund will be made according to Sony’s platform policy. All other games in the FM23 suite are currently on course for an 8th November release.
Miles Jacobson, Sports Interactive’s Studio Director commented on the announcement, saying:
“We’re devastated by this outcome, which we have worked tirelessly with our partners for a number of weeks to try to address. It was especially difficult to make the decision to delay, as it involves holding back a great game which a number of talented people within SI have worked tremendously hard on for quite some time. We will continue to do everything in our power to get this game into the hands of PS5 gamers as soon as we can.”
The game’s details:
In Football Manager 2023, it’s not just about picking tactics or crafting a team. It’s about taking on challenges and writing history as you establish your own style.
Delve into unrivalled depth and detail as you take charge at your club. You’ll join the elite by earning the love of the fans and dominating the competition.
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About Football Manager 2023 Console
In Football Manager 2023 Console you’ll become the best by focusing on football’s most important areas—transfers, tactics and matchdays. Whether you’re chasing promotions, winning titles or dominating your friends online, play the beautiful game your way.
Football Manager 2023 Console lets you experience the thrill of being a real football manager, turning wonderkids into world-class talents and winning the biggest prizes football has to offer.
—PlayStation 5
For the first time ever, the depth and drama of the world’s leading football management simulation series arrives on PS5.
You’ll effortlessly navigate your path to footballing greatness with a user interface that’s optimized for victory with the DualSense controller and designed for console play on the biggest stage.
—Xbox Series, Xbox One, and PC
In perfect sync with the Xbox controller, Football Manager 2023 Console is a tailored version of Football Manager that maximizes Microsoft’s Play Anywhere technology. This enables you to use your Xbox Live profile to keep your career on the move across both console and Windows 10 PC.
Key Features
Football Manager 2023
Find the right club for you. Meet the owner’s targets and beat the best as you win football’s top prizes.
Don’t just sign superstars, create them. Recruit smartly with the help of your scouts and provide pathways to the first team for your wonderkids to develop a world-class squad.
Your team’s playing style is down to you. Create a unique strategy on the tactics board to deliver big wins and memorable matchday moments.
Football Manager 2023 Console
Play the beautiful game your way. Whether you choose to take an underdog to the top or jump in at a club accustomed to success, more than 125 global leagues are at your disposal. Where will you make your mark on the footballing world?
Use the expertise of your scouting team and the world-renowned Football Manager database to snap up the international superstars and wonderkids that’ll drive your success.
You control the key elements of your team’s preparation. Hit the ground running with ready-made tactical templates inspired by the most successful and popular styles of play from the footballing world.
On Matchday, watch the action unfold in our acclaimed 3D Match Engine in 4K. Alternatively, skip straight to final whistle and speed through the seasons with the “Instant Result” option.
Feel like you’re ready to challenge your friends? Secure bragging rights across three exciting multiplayer modes—Versus, Fantasy Draft, and Online Career.
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A Nintendo Switch trailer was also released.
According to SteamDB.
An announcement trailer was also released.