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SEGA is reintroducing its football management series with SEGA Football Club Champions 2025, a free-to-play title set to launch worldwide in 2025. The game will be available on PlayStation 5, PlayStation 4, PC (via Steam), iOS, and Android platforms.
Closed Beta Test Details
A closed beta test is scheduled to take place from June 19 to June 30, 2025. Applications are open until June 13, with 15,000 spots available across all platforms. Interested players can sign up through the official website.
Legacy of the SakaTsuku Series
The game is part of the SakaTsuku series, known in Japan as J.League Pro Soccer Club o Tsukurou!, which began in 1996 on the Sega Saturn. The series comprises over 20 titles, with only one, Let’s Make a Soccer Team!, having been released internationally in 2006. Source: Reddit
Gameplay Modes
- Career Mode: Manage a team, make strategic decisions, and aim to build the most fantastic club.
- Dream Team Mode: Compete against players worldwide in PvP matches, including Event Matches, the Arena, and Room Matches.
Licensing and Player Database
The game features over 10,000 licensed players, including:
- 1,500 players from Japan’s J1, J2, and J3 leagues.
- Players from South Korea’s K League.
- Manchester City F.C. players.
- Additional players licensed through FIFPro.
Strategic Club Management
Players can:
- Build and develop training facilities and stadiums.
- Recruit and train young talent.
- Navigate the transfer market for strategic signings.
- Customize team formations and tactics to compete effectively.
The game supports cross-platform play, allowing players to manage their teams seamlessly across mobile, PC, and console platforms.
System Requirements
PC (Steam):
- Minimum: Windows 11, Intel Core i3-7350K/Ryzen 3 1200, 8 GB RAM, NVIDIA GTX750/Radeon RX 550, DirectX 11, 10 GB storage.
- Recommended: Windows 11, Intel Core i5-8400/Ryzen 3 4100, 16 GB RAM, NVIDIA GTX1070/Radeon RX 5500XT, DirectX 12, 10 GB storage.
iOS:
- iOS 14.1 or above.
- Compatible with iPhone 12 or newer.
- 4 GB storage.
Android:
- Android 11.0 or above.
- CPU: Snapdragon 885, Google Tensor G1, Exynos 2100 or above.
- 8 GB RAM.
- 4 GB storage.
Beta Participation Requirements
- iOS Users: Must use an email address capable of receiving HTML messages and download TestFlight to access the beta.
- Android Users: Must apply with the Gmail address linked to their Google Play account.
- PC Users: Must apply using an accessible email address on their PC.
Conclusion
SEGA Football Club Champions 2025 marks SEGA’s return to football management simulations, offering a comprehensive and strategic gaming experience across multiple platforms. For more game reviews and news, stay tuned to our website.
