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Steam app 2749950 · updated 10 Sep 2026, 17:01 UTC

Esports Manager 2026

Build and lead your own professional esports organization. Scout players, manage contracts, develop talent, hire staff, grow your brand, and compete for championship titles in a deep and realistic management simulation.

History chartsJuly 2026 to September 2026
Last 30 days−82.4Gain−6.09%% gain2,962Peak
Esports Manager 2026 Steam header artwork
Neurona Gamesindie.io
631playing now
1,57924-hour peak
10,077all-time peak
1,270average, last 30 days

Game information

Updated 10 Sep 2026, 17:01 UTC
App ID
2749950
Product type
Game
Developer
Neurona Games
Publisher
indie.io
Release date
6 Jul, 2026
Release status
Released
Early Access
Platforms
Windows
Genres
Indie, Simulation, Sports, Strategy
Game modes
Single-player
Controller support
Declared DRM
Achievements
21
Steam Deck
Playable
Metacritic

Features & support

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Steam AchievementsSteam CloudFamily Sharing

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Popular tags

eSportsManagementSimulationStrategyTeam-BasedEconomyResource ManagementTime ManagementTacticalSingleplayerRealisticTutorialMinimalistColorful2DTop-DownIndieAbstractCapitalismSports
About this gameFull description from Steam
Welcome to Esports Manager 2026, a strategy-simulation game where you take charge of a competitive esports organization from the inside out Start from scratch or take over one of the existing teams. Navigate the complexities of player recruitment, team development, tournament schedules, and business operations. Whether you're optimizing training, making key transfer decisions, or managing the mental health and motivation of your roster, every move counts toward your legacy. There’s no scripted campaign or forced ending—your journey continues as long as your manager stays active. Grow, adapt, and lead your team to the top. Simulation Mode Step into the match yourself with the Simulation module—an immersive, highly detailed experience where you control tactics and react to dynamic in-game events in real time. Realism and Depth Inspired by the real-world challenges of esports management—balancing financial, psychological, legal, and organizational responsibilities with no hand-holding. Real Organizations, Real Players Choose from a wide range of authentic teams and manage a roster filled with real professional players. Build your lineup your way. Player Market and Transfers Buy, sell, and loan players to create the best roster for your goals. Market dynamics, contract negotiations, and timing all matter. Player Development and Morale Design weekly training plans that target both skill growth and well-being. Use team-building, psychology sessions, and smart scheduling to shape high-performance athletes. Leadership and Player Interaction Get to know your players. Understand their needs and motivations, and guide them through ups and downs both on and off the stage. Use the in-depth Talk module to communicate with players and staff, understand their needs, and leverage the result of the conversation into something truly unique and useful. Tournaments and Rankings Enter your organization into a full calendar of events, from smaller competitions to major championships. Aim for the Grand Slam and leave your mark. Build Your Support Team Recruit and manage a full backroom staff: analysts, coaches, junior managers, media specialists, and more. Every role contributes to success. Organization Growth and Branding Expand your business, sign sponsorship deals, increase visibility, and grow your influence across the scene. Play Your Way, Build Your Legacy No story mode. No game over screen. Just you, your team, and the long road to becoming a legendary manager in the competitive esports world.
Content & age ratings2 regional ratings

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System requirementsMinimum and recommended hardware

Minimum

Minimum: Requires a 64-bit processor and operating system Memory: 2 GB RAM DirectX: Version 10 Storage: 4 GB available space

Recommended

Recommended: Requires a 64-bit processor and operating system

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Supported languages11 languages
LanguageFull audio
English
French
German
Spanish - Spain
Polish
Russian
Portuguese - Brazil
Simplified Chinese
Swedish
Turkish
Ukrainian

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AchievementsTotal count and selected achievements

21 achievements in total.

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First ContractAchievement
Rising StarAchievement
Scout of the YearAchievement
Dream TeamAchievement
Loyalty FirstAchievement
New FaceAchievement
Coaching HireAchievement
First DealAchievement
Risky InvestorAchievement
Financial CushionAchievement

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