FMG Logo Megapack Guide for Football Manager 2024

[Derek]

FMG LOGO MEGAPACK GUIDE FOR FOOTBALL MANAGER 2024

As we release our FM24 Logo Megapacks today I have created a guide to all packs, contents, installation and troubleshooting.

Let's start with the good stuff, the logo styles!

The FMG Standard Logos Megapack is by far our most popular style. The reason for this is simple, most users prefer their logos in the original unaltered style

This pack has become a true favourite for the FM Community.

Next is one of two additional logos styles which we've added this year in FMG Plastic Logos.

This style was designed by @Derek to offer our members logos in a 'plastic' style often seen and used on modern football shirts.

Last years new style FMG Grunge Logos proved a popular pack which meant we've brought it pack this year.

If you prefer dark logo styles this is one for you!

Next is FMG Logos which offers members a style which is fantastic in game with it's shiny gradient and grated look.

One of our more popular styles is back and improved.

This fantastic style was designed by @Tempelman and looks amazing in game.

Delivered with a subtle lined effect and superb lighting, this pack will be a huge favourite for FM24.

Next we have our second new additional which is FMG D11 Logos.

After a 12 year absence this pack is back better than ever in a glossy bevelled style!

Another dark style we have here is FMG Stone Logos.

This style brings each logo to life with a smooth dark stone effect.

One of our style FMG Steel Logos is back once again but improved once again!

Another community favourite which is set to be even more popular this year.

One of last years most popular styles is back!

FMG Vapour Logos is a unique style designed with vidid colours and water droplets on each logo.

We took over FMV Logos nearly two years from Murray and template creator JackHammer and it's going as strong as ever!

We've edited the original template slightly by removing the stroke to improve the quality.

 FMG Button Logos were created at the request of our members for a circular button style.

Unfortunately we have decided to not support this style going forward.

We have uploaded the new megapack but this will be the last time we work on this style. 
  
 

 

Pack Contents

Each pack contains nearly 84,000 individual logos which means there are nearly 336,000 images per pack 

Packs and template are made by @Derek apart from the templates for ING Logos which is by @Tempelman and FMV Logos by JackHammer.

We have a truly amazing research team that makes all this happen and the ones listed below have had a huge impact on the FM24 Logo Megapacks 

Research Team

@schweigi @AndreaSSL1900 @cameosis @Markitos @Alieeks @rioplworks @ateesz @diego1960 @heva. @Oleksandr_Horobets @The Newic @NassFas @Lavegaks @TehransVeryOwn @Vakama2619 @Thewes @tomek0290 @minky79 @ElMatador @Moondog777 @Copywriter @spankz @so17722 @hlourencoam @CobraHarp91 @Vasiliy92 @kristo @Manojl76

Each pack consists of official logos which we referred to as 'Normal' logos. We offer 'Alternative' logos in each of our packs which are logos that clubs may wear as shirt logos, perhaps in different colours, anniversary editions but are all based on official logos used by that organisation.

We've also added 'Fantasy" logos to the packs which are great for future saves and 'Create-A-Club' games. In fact, all the logos created in our Design Factory are included in the megapacks. We have also got an option for the 'Retro' fans with a great selection of historic logos from many teams and competitions.

This year we've also decided to introduce a new default minimal style for those logos we haven't yet covered. However, if you wish to stick with the original default logos from the Football Manager series simply delete our version in the megapack and unzip 'Original Default Logos' file.

Club Logos - 75,339.

- Normal 72,196, Alternative 1,547, Fantasy 936, Retro 660.

Competition Logos - 7,279.

- Normal 6,706, Alternative 419, Retro 154.

International Logos - 683

- Normal 242, Alternative 78, Fantasy 77, Retro 286.

Confederation Logos - 29.

- Normal 7, Alternative 5, Retro 17.

Media Logos - 270

- Normal 117, Alterative 147, Retro 6.

Default Logos - 60

- FMG Minimal Style 30, Original FM Defaults 30

Total Logos - 83,660

*The figures and other information above are based on the Football Manager Graphics 'FMG Standard Logos Megapack (2024.00)' but may vary slightly from pack to pack.

 

Installation Guide - FMG Logo Megapacks

1) Download the pack of your choice.

2) Unzip the files using an archiver.

We recommend Winrar for Windows and Keka for Mac but most applications will work.

https://www.win-rar.com/start.html?&L=0

https://www.keka.io/en/

3) Once unpacked place your pack into the folder below based on your operating system.

Windows:

\Users\<your username>\Documents\Sports Interactive\Football Manager 2024\graphics\

Mac OS:

Users/YOUR MAC USERNAME/Library/Application Support/Sports Interactive/Football Manager 2024/graphics

4) Next you will want to go to FM and select 'Preferences' from the start screen or in your game and select 'Advanced". 

5) Then untick 'Use caching to decrease page loading times'.

6) Next tick 'Reload skin when confirming changes to preferences'.

7) Finally, select 'Reload Skin' and after a brief pause your graphics will be visible.

 

Installation Guide - FMG Monthly Logo Updates

Drag and drop the contents (including the config files) of each folder in this update pack into the corresponding folder in the megapack and replace the existing logos when prompted. Do not drag and drop the actual folders as this will overwrite your megapack.

This MUST be done for all four sizes (512x512px, 180x180px, 50x36px and 25x18px) or you will have issues displaying the logos in-game.

Then simply go to preferences in FM and reload your skin.

Alternative | Fantasy | Retro Logos

To use any of the alternative, fantasy or retro logos in game you must remove the text at the end of each logo i.e. alt, retro or fantasy and drag and drop into the normal logo folder in the megapack.

You will need to repeat this for all four sizes. Then simply go to preferences in FM and reload your skin.

I would advise creating a copy of the original logos before replacing them.

 

 

FM Mobile Installation Guide - FMG Logo Megapacks

1) Download the pack of your choice.

2) Unzip the files using an archiver.

We recommend Winrar for Windows and Keka for Mac but most applications will work.

https://www.win-rar.com/start.html?&L=0

https://www.keka.io/en/

3) Delete all @2x folder from the pack including Clubs, Competitions and Nations.

4) Copy the files from your computer to your mobile device.

5) Once the files are transferred place your pack into the folder below.

Sigames/Documents/Sports Interactive/Football Manager 2023 Mobile/pictures/

6) Open the game and your logos should display.

If they don't, go to Sigames/Documents/Sports Interactive/Football Manager 2023 Mobile/cache folder on your device and delete any files that are present.

Then restart your game.

 

 

Helpful Tips & FAQ's

 

Why are the packs so large in size?

Each pack contains nearly 84,000 logos in four different sizes which means their are nearly 336,000 files included in each megapack.

Each image is compressed using lossy compression at 60% minification which reduces the file size without compromising the quality.

 

Why is my download taking so long?

Simply put, same as above! The file size of each pack is considerable due to the amount of logos. It is also worth mentioning if you are downloading the packs around beta or full game release this can have an impact as it's our busiest time of the year by far.

We use Amazon Web Services to host our files.  We have tested every file once uploaded which includes downloading, unzipping and installing.

 

Why does my download fail repeatedly?

If your file download is repeatedly stopping at a certain point you should change your browser and start again. This only happens to a small percentage of people but the good news is 99% of the time the issue is resolved by following this advice.

Please try this and keep it in mind before leaving a poor review or rating! Again, we have tested every file once uploaded which includes downloading, unzipping and installing.

 

Why won't my file extract?

Just like with the download possibly requiring a different application to be successful, the same goes for your choice of file archiver. If you are using winrar, this will work fine for most people but not everyone. My advice is to then try another application. All files are tested to ensure they extract before upload and are also downloaded to test the extraction once again.

If the problem persists, please let us know.

 

What is the purpose of the @2x images and can I remove these?

The @2x logos are perfect for skins that use in-game zoom and offer a much higher quality logo experience. We recommend not deleting these files but the below options are available if you wish to reduce the pack size.

Windows/Mac users can remove the 180x180px logos from each pack but from the 'Normal' folder only. You must move the config file to the @2x 'Normal' folder which contains the 512x512px logos. Do not remove any small logos.

FM Mobile Users can remove all @2x logos as these are not used in mobile versions and can cause games to crash due to the file size.

 

Can the megapacks be used on FM Mobile and FM Console?

Yes. Our packs can be used across all platforms. However, as mentioned above we do recommend removing the @2x folders for FM Mobile/Console users.

 

Can I remove the Alternative, Fantasy & Retro logos?

Yes. If you have no interest in these items please feel free to delete them.

 

I've installed an update but some logos are not displaying now, what can I do?

100% of the time we have had this issue is because the files for all four sizes have not been copied across to the megapack. Please make sure you follow the installation guide above by copying files over to the corresponding folders in the megapack.

This importantly includes the @2x folders. Please ensure only the contents of the folders are moved across and not the actual folders to avoid overwriting the megapack.

 

Can I replace the new FMG Minimal Default logos in the pack?

Yes. If you wish to use the original default logos from the Football Manager series simply delete our version in the megapack and unzip 'Original Default Logos' file.

Our feelings won't be hurt. Promise!