Pocket GM 3: Football Sim is a triumph of depth and UI design in the mobile management space. For those of us who find the 'action' on the field less interesting than the 'action' in the front office, this game is a dream. As a simulation expert, I was blown away by the level of detail in the scouting and drafting systems. Every player has a personality, a development trait, and a history that makes the world feel lived-in and reactive to your choices.
The simulation engine is fast and yields realistic statistics, which is the backbone of any good GM game. Managing the salary cap, handling contract holdouts, and navigating the trade block requires genuine foresight. It captures the tension of the NFL offseason perfectly. The developer has clearly listened to the community, resulting in a game that is both incredibly deep for hardcore fans and accessible enough for someone just looking to guide their favorite team to a Super Bowl.
Available on: iPhone, iPod
Version 1.6.2Thu Jul 17 2025
Additional bug fixes on top of previously release.
Updated for 2025/26 Season:
- New Salary Caps
- New Contract Demands
- Improvements to AI Draft Logic
- Further Improvements to Draft Display
- Bug Fixes.
Pocket GM is BACK! It's once again time to manage your very own American Football franchise to glory!
- Draft your franchise Quarterback on your way to creating a dominant roster through trades and free agency
- Develop your players and support them on gameday with the best backroom team you can build
- Watch games develop play-by-play and track the stats of key players
- Create your own rosters to maximise immersion
REPLAYABILITY:
Use default players, random rosters or import teams created by the fantastic community. Every game is different and presents a new challenge.
CONTROL:
Become the General Manager of a Pro Football Team and build your dynasty. Hire your coaches, scouts and physios, all with unique traits and schemes, then sign and release players, make trades and draft future stars. Coach your players from rough diamonds to the hall of fame.
WATCH:
Watch each football game play out in amazing play-by-play detail, as momentum shifts from team to team. See your franchise win the Championship and stars achieve All Pro status.
STRATEGY:
Go all in to win now, or tank for the #1 draft pick - it's up to you! Build your Football Dynasty!
SHARE:
Join the community on reddit and help develop the game to be even better. You determine what features come next.
Attribution:
- Football Icons - Icons made by Nikita Golubev from www.flaticon.com
Requires iOS 13.0 or later. Compatible with iPhone, iPad, and iPod touch.Take your team to the Championship as General Manager of an American Football franchise. Sign, trade and draft to create the ultimate dynasty.
Pocket GM is BACK! It's once again time to manage your very own American Football franchise to glory!
- Draft your franchise Quarterback on your way to creating a dominant roster through trades and free agency
- Develop your players and support them on gameday with the best backroom team you can build
- Watch games develop play-by-play and track the stats of key players
- Create your own rosters to maximise immersion
REPLAYABILITY:
Use default players, random rosters or import teams created by the fantastic community. Every game is different and presents a new challenge.
CONTROL:
Become the General Manager of a Pro Football Team and build your dynasty. Hire your coaches, scouts and physios, all with unique traits and schemes, then sign and release players, make trades and draft future stars. Coach your players from rough diamonds to the hall of fame.
WATCH:
Watch each football game play out in amazing play-by-play detail, as momentum shifts from team to team. See your franchise win the Championship and stars achieve All Pro status.
STRATEGY:
Go all in to win now, or tank for the #1 draft pick - it's up to you! Build your Football Dynasty!
SHARE:
Join the community on reddit and help develop the game to be even better. You determine what features come next.
Attribution:
- Football Icons - Icons made by Nikita Golubev from www.flaticon.com










Pocket GM 3 is a comprehensive American Football management simulator. Unlike games that focus on playing the matches, Pocket GM puts you in the front office. You are responsible for every facet of your team's success: drafting future stars, trading veterans, managing a realistic salary cap, and hiring the right coaching staff. With a sophisticated simulation engine and deep player scouting, it offers an authentic experience for fans of football strategy and management.
Deep player scouting and drafting
Realistic salary cap management
Detailed coach and staff hiring
Complex simulation engine with deep stats
Always prioritize scouting 'traits' rather than just raw ratings. A player with the 'Super' development trait will quickly outgrow a highly-rated veteran, saving you millions in salary cap space in the long run.
The gameplay is menu-driven, focusing on roster construction and financial management. Players simulate through weeks and seasons, making key decisions on trades, injuries, and game-day strategies.
No, this is a management simulation where you act as the General Manager, focusing on the team's construction and overall strategy.