Poor game with an even worse developer.
Response from developer
I'm sorry your experience hasn't been a good one, and I understand your frustration. If you ran into issues that made the game unplayable, I'd genuinely like to help sort them out. You can reach me directly at support@esmo.gg with your device and what you encountered. As for the community, my goal has always been for it to be a welcoming place, and I take that seriously. If something went wrong there, I'm open to hearing about it privately so I can make it right.
Version 0.6 aber..
Response from developer
Danke für das Feedback! Ich kann deine Sorge nachvollziehen, aber die gute Nachricht ist: In ESMO entscheidet vor allem das Meta-Verständnis und die Strategie, nicht das Level. Tatsächlich sehe ich regelmäßig neue Manager und Clubs, die es bis ganz nach oben schaffen und etablierte Namen schlagen. Das Level spiegelt eher die Spielzeit wider als einen echten Vorteil im Cup. Wer die Drafts und Taktiken besser liest, gewinnt, egal wie lange er schon dabei ist. Probier ruhig ein paar Cups aus, ich denke, du wirst überrascht sein! Und wenn du Fragen zur Strategie hast, meld dich gerne unter support@esmo.gg oder auf dem Discord.
It definitely deserves attention
1. The Sponsor system: They are focused on several disciplines, I would like to receive assignments only for the discipline in which you play. I conditionally do not want to play for MOBA as I have no desire or interest in this discipline.
2. The roles of esports players are a bit unclear, for some reason their roles are mixed together, and it's unclear why a professional player has MOBA skills.
Response from developer
Thank you, and welcome! Glad ESMO is impressing you as a CS fan. Great points, both of them. On the sponsor system: being able to filter assignments to just the discipline you play makes a lot of sense, especially for players who want to focus purely on one game. I'll be thinking about how to handle that. On player roles and the mixed skills across disciplines, I hear you that it can feel unclear right now, I will work on how it can be improved. Thanks for taking the time to share this. If you want to go deeper, the Discord and support@esmo.gg are always open!
Best Esports Manager Game on mobile
Response from developer
Almost a year, that means so much to me, thank you! Players like you who've been here through every update are the backbone of this game. I'm thrilled the depth and competitiveness hit the mark for you, and that live matchmaking and the community have made it fun to be part of. That sense of community is something I care deeply about. The hard work continues, and there's plenty more on the way. Thanks for being here. See you in-game!
1+ hour of a simulation is insane
Response from developer
Hello! The 2D engine is completely new and is being actively worked on with multiple updates every day. Stay tuned to check its improvements!
So much potential!
Response from developer
Thank you! That polish is exactly what I'm focused on right now. Every update brings the game closer to where I want it to be, and feedback like yours helps me get there faster. Appreciate the support, and stay tuned!
Fine mit Fehlern
Response from developer
Hi, danke für das Feedback und schön zu hören, dass dir das Spiel gefällt! Die Punkte zum MOBA-Cast sind nachvollziehbar. Die doppelte Drake-Wertung und die Inkonsistenzen bei den Lane-Bewegungen stehen auf meiner Liste. Der Cast wird kontinuierlich verbessert, und solches Feedback hilft mir, die richtigen Prioritäten zu setzen. Falls dir noch mehr auffällt, meld dich gerne unter support@esmo.gg. Danke fürs Spielen!
Fun game
Response from developer
Thank you so much! We are thrilled to hear you're enjoying the game. We definitely have plans to expand into more esports titles and genres in the future to keep the experience fresh and exciting. It’s great to hear your suggestions, we’re working hard to make ESMO the best it can be. Stay tuned for what’s coming next!
Needs update
Response from developer
Hi, thanks for reporting this! This flickering issue has been fixed in a recent update. Please make sure your app is updated to the latest version and the problem should be resolved. If it's still happening after updating, reach out at support@esmo.gg and I'll look into it. Sorry for the trouble!
One of the best esports sims
This game might not be the best management sim or really get into player development past just the numbers in their stats, BUT
It gets at the root of what many LoL players and esports watchers want. A platform and a community that is built purely for figuring out metas, designing strategies pre-game, and watch the match unfold in real time. So many other esports sims take the realism out by adding unnecessary controls mid-game or adding systems that aren't perfected and take away from the immersion rather than add to it. ESMO doesn't do any of that. 10 players, 10 champions, two coaches (who are usually real people), that's it. You don't need a prodigy team to win matches. You can compete with community members to see who's understanding of the meta comes out on top. No (or very little) grinding, no wait times, no in-app purchases; nothing that strays from the MOBA game we know and love.
Right now, the game is still somewhat barebones and many systems aren't fully fleshed out, but once things like a live map come out, once scouting and recruitment becomes more friendly, and once even more players join the community, the game might have a shot at becoming the GOTY even (as per dev).
Response from developer
Thank you for this amazing review, you nailed exactly what I'm trying to build! The focus on meta, strategy, and pre-game decisions is the core of what makes ESMO different, and I'm glad that resonates with you. Keeping the game free of grinding, wait times, and intrusive monetization has always been a priority, even if it means slower content rollout. You're right that some systems are still maturing. Scouting, recruitment, and the live map experience are all on my radar, and I'm committed to making them feel as clean as the rest of the game. Thanks for being part of the community and for taking the time to write this. GOTY talk aside, feedback like yours is what keeps me pushing. See you in-game!
Great Concept
Updates are and new content is also very easy to accomplish, like new Champions/Maps and for example facilities to Upgrade and B Teams, which you can Train Company with etc.
P.S It is wierd that I Need Players to scout and negotiate with other Players.
Keep it up!
Response from developer
Thank you for the kind words and the great suggestions! The game is actively updated with new content regularly, so stick around! Features like new champions, maps, facilities, and B teams are exactly the kind of ideas I love hearing from players. As for the scouting system, I hear you. The current design ties scouting to your roster, but I'm always looking at ways to improve that experience. Thanks for playing, and feel free to share more ideas anytime on our Discord or at support@esmo.gg!
THE Best Game I’ve Ever Played
Don’t get me wrong, there are bugs from time to time but the core gameplay is so fun. I feel really invested in my team and in my strategies. I’ve spent hours on hours building out CS strats and fine-tuning my MOBA tactics. I’ve made friends on the game and the Discord is thriving.
A new update just dropped bringing 3D maps to CS and it’s so entertaining to just watch my players move around and fight. It also makes it a lot easier to figure out better strategies and such.
Overall, it’s not a quick-in quick-win game — you gotta put in the time and grind a little but it’s worth it.
Response from developer
Wow, thank you so much for this incredible review! Reading this genuinely made my day. It means a lot to hear that the communication and transparency resonate with you. That's something I really care about, and knowing players feel like insiders is exactly the vibe I'm going for. The fact that you've spent hours crafting strats and fine-tuning MOBA tactics is what this game was built for. And hearing you've made friends through the game and Discord? That's the best feedback I can get. Glad you're enjoying the new 3D maps too! There's a lot more to come. Thank you for being part of the community early on. Players like you are what make this journey so rewarding.
Bad
Response from developer
Hi there, thank you for your feedback and sorry to hear you're having trouble! The game should automatically match your device's language. Could you let us know which language you're looking for? We'd love to help you get it sorted out. Feel free to reach out to us at support@esmo.gg so we can look into the issue and get you playing as soon as possible.
Muito Bom
Response from developer
Muito obrigado! Ficamos muito felizes em saber que você está curtindo a qualidade do jogo. Trabalhamos duro para entregar algo bem feito. Bom jogo!
Great Potential
Response from developer
Thank you for the constructive feedback! We are glad to hear that you are getting comfortable with the game mechanics after the initial learning curve. We appreciate your thoughts regarding freedom and variety; as the game continues to evolve, we are planning to introduce more depth and features to expand the experience. We are happy you feel we're off to a solid start!
Best game of this Genre
Response from developer
Thank you so much for the high praise! We put a lot of effort into creating a deep and detailed management experience, so it is great to hear that you are enjoying the variety of options available. We will keep working to make the game even better!
Progress?
Response from developer
Thank you for the detailed and honest feedback. We understand your frustration regarding the pace of development, but we have great news regarding your main concern: the Auction System has been entirely removed. We have replaced it with a new Dynamic Negotiation System that allows for actual bargaining with players, solving the issues you mentioned about resigning contracts and bidding wars. We are also actively working on expanding the sponsorship system and implementing staff features. We know we have work to do to reach the depth of established sports management titles, but we are committed to getting there. We hope you check out the new update!
There’s something here
Response from developer
Thanks for the feedback! We understand the preference for a one-time purchase. However, because ESMO is a persistent online game, the subscription model is necessary to cover the ongoing server costs required to keep your club running for the months (or years) that you play. We appreciate your input as we continue to balance the game and improve the experience!
Auction system is horrible.
Response from developer
Thank you for your honest feedback. We completely understood the frustration the auction system caused for newer players, which is why we have entirely removed it. We have replaced it with a new Dynamic Negotiation system that allows you to sign players through direct negotiations rather than being outbid by players with massive bank accounts. This makes team building much fairer and more rewarding. We hope you’ll give the game another try and enjoy the new system!
Simply Too Good
Response from developer
Thank you so much for the incredible review! We are thrilled to hear that you find ESMO outstanding even compared to other management sims. We’ve worked hard to make the competitive experience at the top tiers as rewarding as possible for both esports fans and general strategy enthusiasts. See you at the top!
