The scouting process was overhauled to mirror modern data-driven recruitment.

FM18 Project: Five new features we really like - The Set Pieces

Football Manager 2018 (FM18) introduced several transformative systems that moved the series closer to a true "living" simulation. The standout addition is , which for the first time made the locker room atmosphere as critical as your tactical setup. 1. The Dynamics System

: Players are categorised into hierarchies (Team Leaders, Highly Influential, etc.) and social groups based on factors like nationality, time at the club, and age.

This feature serves as a bridge between management and performance, visualising the social fabric of your squad.

: The traditional star system was supplemented with a more precise rating out of 100, which evolves as scouts gather more intel.