FM Scout
FM Scout guide: what the Football Manager community offers, how Genie Scout and FM Live Editor differ, real name fixes, tactics, downloads and safety tips.
Quick answer: FM Scout is a long-running Football Manager community best known for Genie Scout, FM Live Editor, real name/license fixes, tactics, wonderkid lists and save-related tools.
What people use FM Scout for
| Need | FM Scout area |
|---|---|
| Scout hidden attributes | FM Genie Scout and FMST-style scouting tools. |
| Edit a save | FM Live Editor for player, club and save data. |
| Fix fake names | Real Name / License Fix downloads and setup instructions. |
| Find a tactic | Community-tested tactic downloads and discussion. |
| Find wonderkids | Player lists, calculators and scouting resources. |
Genie Scout vs Live Editor
| Tool | Best for | Important limitation |
|---|---|---|
| FM Genie Scout | Finding, sorting and shortlisting players and staff; checking hidden or calculated information. | Scouting utility, not the save editor. |
| FM Live Editor | Editing live save data and inspecting advanced player/club details. | Use carefully; edits can change or break a save. |
| FMST / companion apps | Analytics and squad-review workflows around a save. | Version compatibility changes after FM updates. |
Safe download checklist
- 1Match the tool to your FM version
Genie Scout and editors are version-specific; check the supported FM build first.
- 2Use the official FM Scout download page
Avoid repacked downloads, “cracked g editions” and unknown mirrors.
- 3Back up your save before editing
Scouting is read-only; editing tools should be used on a copied save.
- 4Expect Windows-first support
Many FM Scout desktop tools do not support Mac or Linux unless the listing says so.
FAQ
What is FM Scout?
A Football Manager community and download hub known for Genie Scout, FM Live Editor, real name fixes, tactics and player lists.
Is FM Genie Scout free?
The public edition is free with advertising; the supporter “g” edition adds features and removes ads.
Does FM Scout work on Mac?
Some native Mac tools exist, but flagship Windows tools such as Genie Scout are usually Windows-only.
Is FM Scout safe?
Use the official site, match your FM version, avoid repacks and back up saves before using editors.