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Football Manager 2017

Review · Simulation · PC · macOS · Linux

Football Manager 2017

By the LumiKin editors

Reviewed: 01 May 2026

PC · macOS · Linux

2016

LumiScore

59/100

Good

Football Manager 2017 is a management simulation that builds problem solving and strategic thinking, but may encourage extended play and spending due to microtransactions.

Growth (BDS)

55

Risk (RIS)

37

Daily limit

60min

Age guidance

—

Developmental benefits

B1Cognitive
0.82
B2Social-emotional
0.37
B3Motor
0.15

Football Manager 2017 offers a deep and engaging simulation experience that fosters strategic thinking, problem-solving, and critical analysis. Players learn about team management, economics, and the intricacies of professional football, promoting intellectual development and decision-making skills.

Design risks

R1Dopamine pressure
0.63
R2Monetization
0.29
R3Social risk
0.00

The game's open-ended nature and potential for variable rewards, combined with microtransactions, could lead to extended play sessions and potential spending. While not directly targeting children, the management of player morale and media interactions could expose players to mild emotional challenges.

Heads up

  • Monthly spendTypical real-money spend by engaged players: $0–20/mo.
Avg playtime~109 hReviewedApr 2026How scores are calculated →

Parents ask…

Is Football Manager 2017 safe for kids?

LumiKin gives Football Manager 2017 a LumiScore of 59/100. It offers solid benefits but needs parental guidance on the risks.

How long should kids play Football Manager 2017?

LumiKin's recommended play time for Football Manager 2017 is Up to 1 hour/day, calibrated to the game's dopamine, monetization, and social-pressure profile.

What are the main risks of Football Manager 2017?

The game's open-ended nature and potential for variable rewards, combined with microtransactions, could lead to extended play sessions and potential spending. While not directly targeting children, the management of player morale and media interactions could expose players to mild emotional challenges.