Alex Ferguson's Player Manager 2001

ReleasedNov 24, 2000

PlayStation
PlayStation 2

About

In this tactical football management game, you become the manager of a team in the English, French or Belgian league, with different subdivisions, starting in 2001. Your job includes setting out strategies, planning training sessions, keeping an eye on your players and attracting new talent, taking care of finances, and of course making sure that you win your matches. You will be given specific goals, such as qualifying for the champion's league, or defending the club's reputation. Games do not only include league matches, but friendlies and cup matches as well. The actual games can be watched real-time in 3D, allowing for on-the-fly substitutions and tactical decisions, and a unique feature is you can both manage and play for a club, although there is no way to actually control players or actively participate. All players have different abilities and characteristics, which can be trained to create a well-balanced team. The French version portrays manager Guy Roux (famous of Auxerre), while the UK version has Alex Ferguson (Manchester United).

Developer: Anco Software Ltd.
Publisher: The 3DO Company
Genres: Sport
Themes: Non-fiction
Modes: Single player
Perspective: Bird view / Isometric, Text
Age ratings: ESRB E, USK 0
Also known as: DSF Fussball Manager 2002, DSF Fußball Manager 2001, Guy Roux Manager 2001, Sportweek Player Manager 2001