FHM12 Hotfix 12.1.22 Now Available

JeffR · 10-24-2025, 04:41 PM

A hotfix for FHM12, version 12.1.22, has just been released.

To apply the update:

-If you are playing the FastSpring version, just download the setup file and install it over your current installation. There is no need to uninstall or unlicense your current copy! However, you should quit the game before installing it, of course.
-If you are playing the Steam version, the game will auto-update if you have that option active. If you don't see the update in your Steam update queue, you may need to exit and restart your Steam client.

Download link for PC (FastSpring):
Main server: PC Installer Fastspring

Download link for Mac (FastSpring):
Main Server: Mac Installer Fastspring

We've released this early hotfix to address a few critical issues, as well as a handful of things where quick, safe fixes were possible. We'll be doing a larger update next week to deal with things that will take a little longer to fix and test. Anything database-related, for example, will take us at least a couple of days to implement, so we need a little more lead time for that.

Your existing savegames will be compatible with the updated game, but some issues that are data-dependent may require a new game before you see them; also, see the note below regarding a crash during the 4-Nations Cup that may require some additional help if you're already getting the crash in your save.

Changes:

-fixed a crash when starting as custom game while controlling a team
-adjusted trading frequencies to lower the number of trades for draft picks
-Steam Workshop now enabled
-Steam achievements should now trigger properly
-training programs now work properly in historical and custom modes
-the game no longer thinks it's in troubleshooting mode and creates a trace file even when that mode is turned off
-fixed affiliation error in historical where Bridgeport would be Detroit's AHL affiliate instead of Grand Rapids after 2002
-fixed crash when attempting to view team history page via league-season history
-corrected error text on FHM11 import warning

BlackIce · 10-24-2025, 05:11 PM

I just downloaded the hotfix a few mins ago, I don't know about anyone else but upon exiting the game I'm still getting the trace file pop up even with it off still.

Teloch · 10-24-2025, 05:19 PM

Yup, trace file still pops up.

A small thing that was present in 11 as well - when you're in your cap obligations screen and go to a player's profile and back out, the game puts you into the salary obligations instead of cap. Not a big thing, but extremely annoying.

WoolyKnights · 10-24-2025, 05:31 PM

Trace file still coming up for me as well, verified the box remained unchecked.

brigmcneil · 10-24-2025, 07:31 PM

Try deleting the trace file before you open the game. That worked for me.

BlackIce · 10-24-2025, 08:42 PM

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Originally Posted by brigmcneil

Try deleting the trace file before you open the game. That worked for me.

Nice!!! That works, thanks a million

Swedishgamefreak · 10-25-2025, 08:30 AM

I don't know if this was fixed in the hotfix but the McDavid extension was not in my game so he left after the season. Also Parker Kelly extension that was signed in the summer is also not in the game it seems.

WoolyKnights · 10-25-2025, 09:32 AM

Deleting the trace file seems to have worked for me, thanks!

RavenEHM · 10-25-2025, 11:31 AM

I can't seem to download the hotfix (Mac). Nothing happens.
Tried different browsers. No pop-up blocker enabled. Even tried downloading the .exe and get the same behaviour.

jldante56 · 10-25-2025, 11:55 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by RavenEHM

I can't seem to download the hotfix (Mac). Nothing happens.
Tried different browsers. No pop-up blocker enabled. Even tried downloading the .exe and get the same behaviour.

Same here. Opened in separate tab, opened in separate window. . .nothing.

tomkmb · 10-25-2025, 12:28 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by RavenEHM

I can't seem to download the hotfix (Mac). Nothing happens.
Tried different browsers. No pop-up blocker enabled. Even tried downloading the .exe and get the same behaviour.

Quote:

Originally Posted by jldante56

Same here. Opened in separate tab, opened in separate window. . .nothing.

I just got it to download, hover your cursor over the download link and then right click and 'copy link address' as per the screenshot. Then open a new tab and either right click and paste or ctrl + V and it'll download instantly. I just did it on Chrome and FF and I've got ad blockers and all sorts enabled - so hopefully you'll be able to get it via that method.

jldante56 · 10-25-2025, 04:15 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by tomkmb

I just got it to download, hover your cursor over the download link and then right click and 'copy link address' as per the screenshot. Then open a new tab and either right click and paste or ctrl + V and it'll download instantly. I just did it on Chrome and FF and I've got ad blockers and all sorts enabled - so hopefully you'll be able to get it via that method.

That worked thanks!

Savoie45 · 10-25-2025, 10:16 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Swedishgamefreak

I don't know if this was fixed in the hotfix but the McDavid extension was not in my game so he left after the season. Also Parker Kelly extension that was signed in the summer is also not in the game it seems.

They generally don't add in extensions, because it's intended as a current season game. Extensions are left up to whoever is GM or the AI.

treestreetgaming · 10-27-2025, 08:59 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by BlackIce

I just downloaded the hotfix a few mins ago, I don't know about anyone else but upon exiting the game I'm still getting the trace file pop up even with it off still.

This is still happening to me as well

funkafonik · 10-27-2025, 06:00 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by JeffR

-adjusted trading frequencies to lower the number of trades for draft picks

Is there a way to completely turn trades OFF? Even at 0, there's still trades around July 1st.

Savoie45 · 10-28-2025, 12:11 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by funkafonik

Is there a way to completely turn trades OFF? Even at 0, there's still trades around July 1st.

Uncheck the trades box.

Savoie45 · 10-28-2025, 12:13 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by treestreetgaming

This is still happening to me as well

Go to settings, open customizable data, and then delete the debug folder. Restart your game.

Savoie45 · 10-29-2025, 01:40 AM

Any ETA on when the "Current Rosters" will be available? The Opening Day rosters are pretty rough honestly, especially in leagues other than the NHL. A bunch of retired players in the AHL as well as players that are currently FA.

Swedishgamefreak · 11-06-2025, 05:30 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Savoie45

They generally don't add in extensions, because it's intended as a current season game. Extensions are left up to whoever is GM or the AI.

Ah that's fair. However, the Parker Kelly extension was signed in July so that should have been in the game.

Savoie45 · 11-06-2025, 11:33 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Swedishgamefreak

Ah that's fair. However, the Parker Kelly extension was signed in July so that should have been in the game.

No, because it goes towards next year's Salary Cap, not the current cap. If the cap was remaining the same, then it could added.

10-24-2025, 04:41 PM	#1
JeffR FHM Producer Join Date: Apr 2002 Location: Kelowna, BC Posts: 17,418	FHM12 Hotfix 12.1.22 Now Available A hotfix for FHM12, version 12.1.22, has just been released. To apply the update: -If you are playing the FastSpring version, just download the setup file and install it over your current installation. There is no need to uninstall or unlicense your current copy! However, you should quit the game before installing it, of course. -If you are playing the Steam version, the game will auto-update if you have that option active. If you don't see the update in your Steam update queue, you may need to exit and restart your Steam client. Download link for PC (FastSpring): Main server: PC Installer Fastspring Download link for Mac (FastSpring): Main Server: Mac Installer Fastspring We've released this early hotfix to address a few critical issues, as well as a handful of things where quick, safe fixes were possible. We'll be doing a larger update next week to deal with things that will take a little longer to fix and test. Anything database-related, for example, will take us at least a couple of days to implement, so we need a little more lead time for that. Your existing savegames will be compatible with the updated game, but some issues that are data-dependent may require a new game before you see them; also, see the note below regarding a crash during the 4-Nations Cup that may require some additional help if you're already getting the crash in your save. Changes: -fixed a crash when starting as custom game while controlling a team -adjusted trading frequencies to lower the number of trades for draft picks -Steam Workshop now enabled -Steam achievements should now trigger properly -training programs now work properly in historical and custom modes -the game no longer thinks it's in troubleshooting mode and creates a trace file even when that mode is turned off -fixed affiliation error in historical where Bridgeport would be Detroit's AHL affiliate instead of Grand Rapids after 2002 -fixed crash when attempting to view team history page via league-season history -corrected error text on FHM11 import warning Last edited by JeffR; 10-31-2025 at 02:31 AM.

10-24-2025, 05:19 PM	#3
Teloch Minors (Single A) Join Date: Mar 2013 Location: Pori, Finland Posts: 93	Yup, trace file still pops up. A small thing that was present in 11 as well - when you're in your cap obligations screen and go to a player's profile and back out, the game puts you into the salary obligations instead of cap. Not a big thing, but extremely annoying. __________________ https://www.twitch.tv/telochfin https://www.youtube.com/@TelochFIN

10-24-2025, 05:11 PM	#2
BlackIce All Star Reserve Join Date: Sep 2013 Location: Calgary, AB Posts: 601	I just downloaded the hotfix a few mins ago, I don't know about anyone else but upon exiting the game I'm still getting the trace file pop up even with it off still.

10-24-2025, 05:31 PM	#4
WoolyKnights Minors (Rookie Ball) Join Date: Jul 2025 Posts: 22	Trace file still coming up for me as well, verified the box remained unchecked.

10-24-2025, 07:31 PM	#5
brigmcneil Minors (Triple A) Join Date: Feb 2016 Posts: 202	Try deleting the trace file before you open the game. That worked for me.

10-25-2025, 08:30 AM	#7
Swedishgamefreak Minors (Triple A) Join Date: Mar 2013 Posts: 209	I don't know if this was fixed in the hotfix but the McDavid extension was not in my game so he left after the season. Also Parker Kelly extension that was signed in the summer is also not in the game it seems.

10-25-2025, 09:32 AM	#8
WoolyKnights Minors (Rookie Ball) Join Date: Jul 2025 Posts: 22	Deleting the trace file seems to have worked for me, thanks!

10-25-2025, 11:31 AM	#9
RavenEHM Minors (Rookie Ball) Join Date: Mar 2013 Posts: 46	I can't seem to download the hotfix (Mac). Nothing happens. Tried different browsers. No pop-up blocker enabled. Even tried downloading the .exe and get the same behaviour.

10-29-2025, 01:40 AM	#18
Savoie45 All Star Reserve Join Date: Oct 2017 Location: Oregon Posts: 775	Any ETA on when the "Current Rosters" will be available? The Opening Day rosters are pretty rough honestly, especially in leagues other than the NHL. A bunch of retired players in the AHL as well as players that are currently FA.