Pro Cycling Manager 2021 delivers the 2021 installment in the long-running cycling management simulation series. Take on the role of Sporting Director, managing one of 80 teams across over 260 races and 700 stages. Make critical decisions regarding rider recruitment, team sponsorship, financial stability, equipment research and development, and staff management, including trainers, scouts, and doctors. Alternatively, engage with the Pro Cyclist mode, where you create a rider, join a team, and improve skills to win prestigious races, completing manager-set objectives to enhance contract negotiation power and progress through a dedicated skill tree.
The game introduces a revised objective system allowing for multiple rider objectives, which dynamically interact with a redeveloped condition and fatigue system. This system considers specific race types, such as cobbled Classics or multi-day general classifications, and adapts to real meteorological data for consistent in-stage weather, influencing rider fatigue and morale. New additions include the European Championships, featuring national teams, distinct winner jerseys, and improved AI for national selections in both European and World Championships. Enhanced peloton behavior, particularly in sprint finishes, and more realistic quick simulations for various race types further refine the experience. New official brands like Lazer, Specialized, and Canyon integrate licensed equipment into the game.
