Installing FMRTE

Download the package for your computer and check Supported Versions against your Football Manager edition and update.

Windows

1. Open the Windows download.
2. Select Download this file.
3. Run the installer, or extract the archive if you downloaded that package.
4. Launch FMRTE from its installed location or Start menu entry.

If Windows Security blocks the download, check Virus & threat protection → Protection history and confirm the file came from fmrte.com before restoring it.

macOS

1. Open the macOS download. Check the list for your Steam/Epic or Apple Arcade edition.
2. Select Download this file.
3. Open the package and follow its installation instructions.
4. Launch FMRTE from Applications or your chosen location.

If it cannot access Football Manager, follow Mac troubleshooting.

Steam Deck (Linux)

1. Hold Power and choose Switch to Desktop.
2. Open the Steam Deck download, and download the .AppImage.
3. Find the file in Dolphin and open Properties → Permissions.
4. Enable Is executable or Allow executing file as program.
5. Close Properties and double-click the file.

Check the download page's known issues before using nation-rule features such as nations treated as EU or non-foreign.

When the FMRTE window shows Load Game, you're ready to load your savegame.