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FM Genie Scout for FM26 is confirmed

We're working on Genie Scout 26. The public edition is scheduled for the end of November, but you can already get your hands on the beta of the "g" edition.

By Updated on Nov 21, 2025   216525 views   328 comments
News - FM Genie Scout for FM26 is confirmed
As always I'm delighted to announce that we're working on Genie Scout 26, the new version for Football Manager 2026.

FM Genie Scout has always been the world's favorite scout utility for Football Manager since its very first version.

We pride ourselves on exclusively releasing this legendary tool since 2009. As always we try our best to deliver Genie Scout to the world every year because your support to this project is outstanding.

Our aim is to update Genie Scout "g" edition to be usable for the FM26 Beta. Then fix any bugs reported. And ultimately try to update all relevant data to reflect the changes in FM26 (e.g. new player roles).

FM Genie Scout 26 Release Date

Public edition

While we can't give you a firm date for the release of the public version, we should be able to release it towards late November. It usually arrives approximately 4-5 weeks after the "g" edition.

"g" edition

The "g" edition, which is the one for people who donate, is available since 25 October (beta 1). Current version (beta 15) is compatible with the 26.0.6 version of FM26 on Steam, Epic, Gamespass (Xbox), and 26.0.5 on Console.
Please note not everything will work perfectly initially, but we'll keep improving until it reaches the level of quality we’re aiming for.

You can now donate for GS26 "g" edition.
Do not report bugs in the comments below!



The "g" edition is ad-free and has certain features compared to the public edition.
More specifically:
  • Potential attributes search (new since 21g)
  • GS Stats (new since 18g)
  • Role Ratings
  • Probability of Development
  • Progress Rate
  • Top Players list
  • Facepack/Kit support

Is there a way to test this "g" edition?
Yes! If you still have FM23 installed, you can try the "g" edition of Genie Scout 23 for free. It's not a trial, it's 100% unlocked forever.


How can I get Genie Scout 26 public edition asap?

The public edition of GS26 will be directly added to fmscout.com the moment it is ready.

But we can notify you via email when this happens, so you won't miss time at all.
So make sure to sign up for our newsletter today.

It's expected for release sometime around late November; no specific time has been set though.

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Discussion: FM Genie Scout for FM26 is confirmed

328 comments have been posted so far.

  • zoti's avatar
    I hope you haven't started working on the new update yet, because there was another new update for FM.
    26.0.1+2227758 is not supported.
  • Stacy Peralta's avatar
    FM26 Update Notice

    FM26 has been updated a few hours ago, which is why Genie Scout is showing the message:

    “FM is not supported 26.0.1 + 2227225.”

    To fix this, you’ll need to wait for an update to Genie Scout that supports the new version.

    In the meantime, show off your own scouting skills and stay patient, just play the game normally, the update usually arrives soon after each patch.
  • dj44m5's avatar
    rotemchay • 3 hours ago
    its say " your version of fm is not supported 26.0.1 + 2227225"
    and not load the game

    the same for me :(
    1
  • PeterLoon's avatar
    How can I download the scout and is it also for Mac?
  • jimorrow's avatar
    FM beta got new update 2 hours ago, you need to wait new version of Genie Scout. (and same thing tomorrow for the 3rd update of FM26 beta)
    1
  • rambojambo's avatar
    Windows Defender found with latest version (beta 4) the following Trojan

    Trojan:Script/Wacatac.H!ml
    2
  • jamesh's avatar
    does this work for Mac?
  • rotemchay's avatar
    its say " your version of fm is not supported 26.0.1 + 2227225"
    and not load the game
    4
  • bfcnick's avatar
    It's all been working great for me so far, good job!

    Would it be possible to add a feature where we can load a staff shortlist from FM into GS? Or is this possible already and I just don't know how?

    Would be a really helpful feature this year. Finding staff is a pain.
  • DANDY's avatar
    Excuse my basic English.

    If I make a donation to:
    Ads-free FM Genie Scout 26g for US$7.99, will this give me access to the Beta version of FMGenie Scout 26 with all its features?
    3
  • chinna96's avatar
    Funny enough I managed to download the Beta 4 by doing the steps below:

    1. Download the Beta File on your Mobile Phone

    2. Extract the file on your phone to see the .exe file

    3. Send over the .exe from your phone to your PC or laptop

    4. Download the .exe file on your PC or Laptop
  • mibsweden's avatar
    Will I be able to get myself unsackable with this program? If so, i will gladly donate :)
  • Stam's avatar
    @gandrasch: I assume you have either Beta 1 or Beta 2. The "Check For New Version" didn't work for these first 2 versions and was fixed in Beta 3. You can grab the latest Beta 4 here.

    @qaz182: Please message [email protected] to make your request.

    @GloryGlory: It's a false positive, but we're aware numerous users are having this problem. GS is 100% clean and we're exploring options to stop this false flag.
    1
  • phnompenhandy's avatar
    @gandrasch - did you get your latest key in an email? Can't do much without it.
  • gandrasch's avatar
    I cant check for the new version from inside of Genie Scout 26. "An error was encountered while trying to get version info. Cannot get data from web."

    Is this known, or should it normally work?

    Thanks for the great work again and the quick update :)
  • qaz182's avatar
    What's the process to apply for a refund (for FM genie scout 26)?

    It doesn't seem right to just do a charge back until i've given FM Genie Scout a chance yet.
  • captainbill47's avatar
    @Stam Appreciate y'all's efforts. Thank you for the app and time you put in!
  • GloryGlory's avatar
    I downloaded the new Beta 4 and Windows Defender detected the Sabsik Trojan. It prevented me from opening the Zip file and subsequently quarantined it. I have never had this issue with FM Genie Scout in the past so this is incredibly suspicious.
    1
  • Stam's avatar
    GS26g has been updated for the newest hotfix patch. There will be another patch tomorrow, and one more on Thursday. The plan is to roll out a GS update after every patch, but chances are it's going to be late night again.
    1
  • iPeely's avatar
    some entitled idiots in these comments my god got grown men 45 yrs old complaining embarrassing
  • Stam's avatar
    I said it's unlikely to happen for the next 5-6 hours. I didn't make any promise about exact time because the update doesn't only depend on me. There's a major timezone difference and it's a work day. GS updates can't happen while at work.

    While I understand the frustration, you also need to understand that we've worked like 18 hours each day on this to get where we are right now. Twisting words or facts doesn't help anyone.

    Reminder: GS always has a public edition that is free for all. Public GS26 will arrive towards the end of November as stated on this very article. The g edition is for people who wish to support the development and get early access alongside some extra features.
  • phnompenhandy's avatar
    @H0xha - so entitled! FM26 has a lot more data than before, so it's perfectly understandable if it takes a while for an update. The beta has more hotfixes on the way and the full version on Nov 4th will almost certainly need a few, so you'll have to get used to it.
    1
  • Spoonface's avatar
    Why are you all acting like the game is still unplayable? You can still play without Genie Scout...The game is in Beta still, they'll be several updates between now and release, chill people, be happy the game is out and let them do the behind the scenes work.
  • H0xha's avatar
    Hi @Stam. I'm a really old customer of GS, and I didn't spam this forum, because I'm used to these "problems". But you told us to wait 5 to 6 hours about 9 hours ago, and I'm 45 and have a job. I think this part is just disrespectful. This is not free as it used to be, so you should deliver as promised. If I do that kind of stunt in my job, I get fired. Unfortunately, it seems that no one wants to make an alternative GS, until one day, someone does.
    1
  • god_'s avatar
    Zzzzzzzzzz new version ? so much time.

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