Summary
EA has announced a major gameplay refresh update forEA Sports FC 25, bringing changes to core gameplay systems, including passing, shooting, and the offensive game. This update is the “most significant mid-season gameplay overhaul” that EA has ever done toEA Sports FC 25, according to the company.
EA Sports FC 25is the second entry in the company’s football simulation series after EA ended its partnership withFIFA. Even though its name changed, the core gameplay and licensing remain the same, asEA Sports FCcontinues to build onFIFA’s foundation. Upon release,EA Sports FC 25suffered from certain issuesthat prevented players from controlling its defense, but EA made sure to rectify these kinds of problems with different title updates. Now, the developer is announcing a major gameplay refresh forEA Sports FC 25.
Passing, shooting, goalkeeping, and other fundamental gameplay mechanics will all be altered inEA Sports FC 25. One of the most significant changes involves how attacking and defense work, as EA has noted that defenders can catchfast ball carriers too quickly inEA Sports FC 25. To make the experience feel more realistic and fair, it will now be more difficult for defenders to catch up to faster attackers. Additionally, EA will enhance the quality of AI teammates' attacking runs while also improving their intelligence in offensive and supporting actions to respond to player feedback.
Offensive players will see improvements in their running and movement when they are up against close opponents. There are also changes to make everyEA Sports FC 25player’s rolemore efficient, expanding the support options for those familiar with their position. The goal of these adjustments is to make attacking feel more fluid and enjoyable. Along with improving defenders' touches when tackling, EA is also limiting the frequency of tacklebacks. Goalkeepers' handling of near-post shots has also changed, addressing an issue where they would step away from the post.
Among other significant changes, the game will now feature more effective, accurate, and faster passing. Several issues regarding the passing mechanic will also be addressed in this refresh update, including fine-tuning low-powered ground passes, medium-powered passes, and free-kick passes.
There are also improvements to shooting effectiveness, with better accuracy and shot speed from inside the box, as well as even more accuracy for “low-difficulty” shots—meaning situations where the player has almost no trouble kicking the ball. With this major gameplay refresh, EA keeps refining the game to maintainEA Sports FC 25as a popular title.
