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Football Manager 27 crashing on launch

✅ Verified on 2026-11-15 · Football Manager 27 version Launch build (Nov 2026; free Launch Preview weekend ran Oct 29 – Nov 3, 2026) · Platform: PC (Steam / Epic)

Quick fix

Verify game files in Steam (right-click FM27 > Properties > Installed Files > Verify integrity) and remove any custom Launch Options — corrupt launch parameters are a common startup-crash cause per SEGA support.

Symptoms

FM27 crashes at startup or right after the loading screen on Steam/Epic. Reported during the launch-preview window; common causes are corrupt launch options, outdated GPU drivers, antivirus interference, and laptops running on the iGPU.

Fixes that work

Reset launch options and verify game files (SEGA's official steps)

  1. In Steam, right-click Football Manager 27 > Properties, and clear anything in the Launch Options box — corrupt launch parameters commonly cause startup crashes.
  2. Then go to Properties > Installed Files > Verify integrity of game files.
  3. On Epic: Library > three-dot menu on FM27 > Manage > Verify.
  4. Update your NVIDIA/AMD/Intel GPU drivers and restart before relaunching.

Source: https://support.sega.com/hc/en-gb/articles/52324927829777-Crashes

Opt into the FM27 Steam Private Beta track for the hotfix build

  1. SEGA runs a Steam Private Beta track that ships fixes faster than the default branch — community reports recommend it as the fix for the most commonly reported FM27 issues.
  2. Follow SEGA's official article: in Steam, right-click FM27 > Properties > Betas and opt into the private beta track.
  3. If the game still won't start, reset game settings via launch options per SEGA's guidance, and submit crash dumps through SEGA support if it persists.

Source: https://support.sega.com/hc/en-gb/articles/40670358368273-How-to-use-the-Football-Manager-27-Steam-Private-Beta-track

Fix antivirus interference and force the dedicated GPU on laptops

  1. Add an antivirus exclusion for C:\Users\<you>\AppData\Local\Sports Interactive\Football Manager 27 — security software blocking this folder is a reported cause of load-screen crashes.
  2. On laptops, force FM27 onto the dedicated GPU: Windows Settings > System > Display > Graphics > add Football Manager 27 > set to High Performance.
  3. Clear the FM27 cache/settings folder (with the game closed) if a corrupted settings file survived the file verification.

Source: https://support.sega.com/hc/en-gb/articles/52324927829777-Crashes

Frequently asked questions

Why does FM27 crash after the loading screen?

The most reported causes from the launch window are corrupt launch options, outdated GPU drivers, and antivirus blocking the Sports Interactive folder in AppData. Verify files, clear the Launch Options box, and add the folder to your antivirus exclusions.

There's a Private Beta track for FM27 — should I use it?

Yes, if you're hitting crashes: SEGA maintains an official Steam Private Beta track that receives fixes ahead of the default branch. Follow SEGA's support article to opt in.