Football Management
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Copa City Turns Football Into A City-Building Challenge
Copa City, a new game from developer and publisher Triple Espresso, is now available on Xbox Series X|S, PlayStation 5, and PC. It blends city-building and strategy with football management, focusing on the logistical and urban planning aspects surrounding a major football event rather than on-pitch gameplay. The game features officially licensed clubs and real-world city locations, challenging players to manage infrastructure, transport, and fan zones to ensure a successful matchday experience.
It’s coming home – Nutmeg gets free League Cup update with Gaffer Mode and World Championship matches
Secret Mode has released a free update for its retro football management deckbuilder NUTMEG!, adding the League Cup (Egg Cup), World Championship matches, and Gaffer Mode. The update introduces new challenges and scenarios, including historical and "what if" international fixtures, and enhances team selection control. NUTMEG! is available on Steam and was released in March 2026.
ZX Football Manager Revisited : International Edition - Make sure to check out this World Cup edition of Kevin Toms' timeless classic!
Kevin Toms, creator of the original 1982 Football Manager, has collaborated with Glen Anderson on ZX Football Manager Revisited: International Edition for the ZX Spectrum. This new version adapts the classic gameplay for a 2026 World Cup setting, featuring all 48 playable teams with real players and customizable options, while maintaining a 'bitesize' experience playable in under an hour. The game is written in ZX BASIC and is free to play.
What we've been playing - "I'm playing with my balls again"
Several individuals share their current gaming experiences, including Slay the Spire 2, Marathon, Old School RuneScape, Pokémon Pokopia, and Tomodachi Life: Living the Dream. The article also touches on games like Nutmeg and The Ball x Pit Regal Update, highlighting the variety of genres and experiences players are engaging with.
Retro Football Management Card Game Nutmeg Launches on Steam
Nutmeg, a retro football management card game, has launched on Steam and is fully playable on Steam Deck. Developed by Sumo Digital studios and published by Secret Mode, the game simulates a 20-year journey through English football divisions in the 1980s and 1990s, featuring a fast-paced card system for matches and club management elements. A portion of sales will be donated to the Joey Beauchamp Foundation and the Dalian Atkinson Legacy Trust.
Nutmeg is a deckbuilding football management game with a cute spin on the beautiful game
Nutmeg! is a new deckbuilding football management game that puts players in the role of a team manager during the 1980s and '90s. The game features two modes, Broadcast and Hardcore, and utilizes a card-based system for match actions, with mechanics for training, merchandise, sponsorships, and transfers. Nutmeg! is available now on PC via Steam.
Finally, a football card game that doesn't cost your soul
Nutmeg is a refreshing football card and management game that eschews microtransactions and corporate greed for a nostalgic 1980s aesthetic. While the core gameplay involves managing a team and strategically playing cards to influence match events, the article notes some frustration with card availability and a lack of deep strategic substance. Despite these concerns, the game's charming retro presentation and breezy pace make it an enjoyable experience for those seeking a glimpse into football management.
