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International tournaments, improved tracking system, owner actions among additions to new game

Franchise Hockey Manager 11 is available now. 

Developed by Out of the Park Developments, Franchise Hockey Manager is a hockey simulation and strategy game that allows for incredible amounts of customization.

Franchise Hockey Manager is officially licensed by the NHL, making it the only hockey-related PC game who can use NHL likeness and logos. 

The new features include: 

  • Introduction of international tournaments, including the 4 Nations Faceoff that can be added to your custom leagues
  • Players will now receive goals from their owner and make moves to keep them happy and maintain their job
  • AHL and minor hockey league stats and historical records have now been added to the game, going all the way back to 1940
  • A new tracking and player development system has been incorporated and updated to fit the 2024-25 season in every league
  • Trading AI, roster management, and player generation have been overhauled 
  • Improved UI

Franchise Hockey Manager is great game for those looking for an in-depth franchise experience. Players can customize teams and leagues to their liking, including with historical, current, and custom rosters.

Historical rosters go back to 1909. Players can also tryout seven man hockey, promotion and relegation systems, and play online leagues with friends.

The game is available for $57.99 CAD, it is on sale for $52.19 until Nov. 1. There are also bundles available with Out of the Park Baseball. 

Gameplay and breakdowns can be found on the OOTPD YouTube Channel.

Franchise Hockey Manager 9 and 10 remain popular according to SteamDB

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