SEGA Football Champions 2026 Delayed to Early Next Year

SEGA Football Club Champions Delayed and Retitled to 2026

SEGA Football Club Champions 2025, the highly anticipated free-to-play football management simulation game, has been delayed. The game, which was originally set for release in 2025, is now scheduled to launch in early 2026. This postponement comes with an updated title: SEGA Football Club Champions 2026.

Reason for the Delay

The decision to delay the game stems from the extensive feedback received during the Closed Beta Test (CBT) held in August. The development team, using this player input, decided that more time was necessary. The extended development period will be used to further refine the game’s quality and introduce new features. This move prioritizes a more polished and competitive product for players across the globe.

About the Game and Its Features

SEGA Football Club Champions is a global management simulator that continues the legacy of SEGA’s long-running Japanese series, SakaTsuku.

• Platform Availability: The game will launch on PlayStation 5, PlayStation 4, PC (via Steam), iOS, and Android. It is designed to be a free-to-play title with optional in-game purchases.
• Powered by Football Manager: The game is prominently advertised as being “powered by Football Manager,” indicating that it utilizes core data and possibly technology from the Football Manager engine. This connection likely adds to the depth of its simulation aspects.
• Dual Game Modes: The game offers two distinct ways to play:
  • Career Mode: Players manage a club from its local beginnings, handling tactics, training, and transfers to build a global powerhouse.
  • Dream Team Mode: This is a PvP mode where players can compete head-to-head with others worldwide in various events and arenas.
• Licensing: The title features official licensing from FIFPRO, providing access to 10,000 real footballers. This includes players from the J League (J1–J3) in Japan, the K League, and licensed clubs like Manchester City F.C.

SEGA is expected to provide a detailed update on the game, including new information and features, during a livestream event planned for November.

*Images shown are from the Japanese version under development.

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