Football Manager 26 offers a trial before purchase. Demo version available

Today marks the release of Football Manager 26, the latest installment in the renowned football simulation series by Sports Interactive. To celebrate the release, the studio has opened access to a demo version, where you can try out the new features and experience the first six months of a coaching career for free.

The FM26 trial version allows you to start a full-fledged single-player career. Thanks to the transition to the Unity engine, the game has received a noticeable visual improvement - from detailed player animations to an updated model camera for matches and fan reactions in the stands.

For the first time in the series' history, a fully licensed Premier League with official branding has been added, as well as women's football. The interface has been redesigned to allow for faster decision-making that affects the club's success.

After completing six virtual months, progress can be transferred to the full version. The Football Manager 26 demo is available onSteam andEpic Games Store.