Gamers Universe writes: "Marrying our nation's favourite pastime with Nintendo's diminutive handheld has proven a tricky task thus far, so Football Director DS takes it back to basics. As a management simulation it won't appeal to the 'glorified spreadsheet' mindset, but ticks the right boxes for those of us weened on the likes of Championship Manager. The touch-screen controls and dual display provide ample opportunity for a tailored interface, and this exclusive preview build reveals a capable suitor for the charms of the DS. Who'd have thought it?
Football Director features all four major English leagues and licenses for over 3800 global players in its bid for authenticity. Individual skill attributes have been compiled for handling, tackling, passing, shooting, pace, fitness and morale - with an overall aggregate to keep things simple. There are no scouting deals or ties to the PFA, so player stats are at the mercy of the developer. Errant ratings seem to be scarce, although an 81% for Nicholas Bendtner reveals at least one Arsenal fan on the team."
Touch, Tap, Play writes: "When it comes to iOS football management games, the offer is really nice and you have quite a few options to choose from, with some better than the most. In this article I will share with you my picks for the best football management games you can play on your iPhone and/or iPad starting 2016 and beyond."
"Football Director is an iPhone game that is very similar to Sega’s Football Manager series. You play as, well a Football club manager and you’re giving the challenge to make your team as good as you can. You can choose a team from many leagues including, the Premier League, The Ligue 1, Serie A, Bundesliga, Liga BBVA, etc. Once you choose your team you get started, you are able to sign new players to your team, and you can sell players."
Pikimal: Unlike the name suggests, Football Director is a traditional football management sim and has little to do with the Director of Football role found in a number of European teams. The more straightforward name of “Football Manager” is owned by Sports Interactive, and their recent entrance into the iOS market with Football Manager Handheld has proven to be very successful; which means that Football Director needs to do something special in order to stand out.
