[Today's Steam] Like a Real Pro Esports Team, Teamfight Manager 2 Released

gamemeca Ⅰ Park Jae Hyeong 2026.05.27 15:28 UTC+9

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Team Samoyed's new game, 'Teamfight Manager 2', was released on the 26th. As the sequel to the acclaimed predecessor, it has garnered attention, but unlike the first installment, the current Steam user reviews are somewhat disappointing. Teamfight Manager 2 is a management simulation game where players operate a fictional esports pro team. Players take on the role of a manager, overseeing all aspects of the club, including player recruitment, training, and sponsor contracts. Furthermore, during matches, players directly intervene from bans and picks to tactical instructions, with the ultimate goal of leading their team to victory in the global league.

팀파이트 매니저 2 대표 이미지 (사진출처: 팀 사모예드 공식 X 계정) — ▲ Teamfight Manager 2 Key Art (Image Credit: Team Samoyed Official X Account)

Team Samoyed's new title, 'Teamfight Manager 2 (Teamfight Manager 2)', launched on the 26th. As a follow-up to the well-received predecessor, it's garnered considerable attention, though its Steam user reviews currently fall a bit short compared to the first installment.

Teamfight Manager 2 is a management simulation game where players run a fictional esports professional team. Stepping into the role of a manager, you'll oversee all aspects of the club, from player recruitment and training to securing sponsorships. During matches, you'll directly intervene in everything from bans and picks to tactical instructions, with the ultimate goal of leading your team to global league championship glory.

A significant departure from the first game is the shift from the previous arena brawling format to a 3-lane MOBA rule set. This introduces the 'Fearless Draft' option during the ban-pick phase, and the tactics have been refined to consider not only champion matchups but also the synergy of team compositions. Player stats have also been enhanced; beyond simple numerical increases, the system has been broadly diversified to influence in-game AI decision-making. Furthermore, Workshop support allows for the creation and submission of new champions, teams, and players.

As of its second day on the market, Teamfight Manager 2 holds 'Mixed' user reviews on Steam, with 433 participants giving it a 61% positive rating. While some praise the revamped rules for making the professional team management experience more authentic, many also appreciate the increased immersion derived from considering matchups, meta shifts, and player abilities. The developers' swift response to user feedback is also a positive point.

▲ Teamfight Manager 2 Gameplay Trailer (Video Credit: Team Samoyed Official YouTube Channel)

팀파이트 매니저 2 스크린샷 (사진출처: 게임 스팀 페이지) — ▲ Teamfight Manager 2 Screenshot (Image Credit: Game Steam Page)

However, criticism has emerged regarding the AI's decision-making, with some feeling it doesn't quite capture the essence of professional players when confined to spectating battles. Optimization is also a concern, with reports of stuttering issues despite the game's modest size. Additionally, a bug in the tutorial where January 3rd loops infinitely has been highlighted, blocking progress.

The development team plans to introduce more champions and maps, new modes, and expanded management features, while continuously improving the match engine post-launch.

Meanwhile, on the global Steam charts, the newly released '007 First Light' maintains its top position with 'Very Positive' user reviews. Another indie newcomer, 'Romestead', has also climbed into the upper echelons. This survival adventure, set in ancient Rome, is drawing interest with its Stardew Valley-esque atmosphere, currently holding a 'Mostly Positive' rating.

5월 27일 오후 2시 기준 스팀 전 세계 최고 인기 게임 TOP 10 (자료출처: 스팀)
(국내에서 노출되지 않은 게임표시를 위해 미국 IP로 접속한 순위입니다) — ▲ Steam Global Top Sellers TOP 10 as of 2:00 PM, May 27th (Data Source: Steam)

(This ranking was accessed via a US IP to display games not visible in Korea.)

In the Daily Peak Concurrent Players TOP 20, Subnautica 2 saw a significant drop, falling below the 20th spot. Ark: Survival Ascended also declined to 19th place with 70,980 concurrent players. Dead by Daylight, however, secured 14th place with 86,958 players after updating its test server with the new killer, Jason.

5월 27일 오후 2시 기준 스팀 일 최고 동시접속자 TOP 20 (자료출처: 스팀) — ▲ Steam Daily Peak Concurrent Players TOP 20 as of 2:00 PM, May 27th (Data Source: Steam)

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Park Jae Hyeong, Reporter

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[Today's Steam] Like a Real Pro Esports Team, Teamfight Manager 2 Released