EA Sports FC 25 Review – EA’s Latest is Great on the Pitch, But a Mixed Bag Off It

As a seasoned gamer with over two decades of football video game experience under my belt, I must say that EA Sports FC 25 has certainly made some strides in the right direction this year. The introduction of FC IQ, an AI-powered strategic system, has added a new layer of depth to the gameplay, allowing for more tactical control and better overall performance on the pitch. It’s like having Pep Guardiola as your personal coach, without the pesky demands for trophies and transfer fees.

A year ago, EA ventured into uncharted territory in football video games by leaving FIFA behind and launching its own product, EA Sports FC 24. This new release took the series on remarkable strides, merging men’s and women’s football for its main Ultimate Team mode – a decision that has likely raised the profile of women’s football more than any other single action from an external source. I’ve definitely learned more about women’s football through FC 24’s Ultimate Team.

A year has passed, and the groundwork has been set for the new FC franchise. Now, one might expect EA to take this foundation and construct a towering skyscraper. However…

Let’s discuss the latest updates before we delve into the details of the football game on the field and its real-time action. The main novelty this time around is a new mode called Rush, which is essentially a mini 4v4 football match with AI goalkeepers. Unfortunately, Volta Football has been replaced.

Despite functioning well as a side feature, Rush appears to have been developed through collaboration, resembling a game mode currently trending, Clubs mode in EA Sports FC 24. This mode has gained significant popularity lately due to high-profile figures like Wayne Rooney and influencers playing it. It seems that the higher-ups at EA are drawn to this more shareable, bite-sized game mode, leading to the creation of Rush. However, the reality is that Rush will only be enjoyed by a small portion of players, and it detracts from what truly makes the FC games exceptional: the authentic football experience.

Although Football (FC) in general has strong gameplay, the mode known as Rush isn’t very practical if you’re not playing with a team that works together. This is because the teams are small and players often crowd around the ball, leaving defense neglected and goalkeepers of questionable skill. It’s entertaining but likely won’t keep most players interested for long. Compared to Clubs, Rush doesn’t seem appealing enough to be chosen, making it somewhat unnecessary. Volta was different because it offered street football, but Rush lacks that unique aspect. However, I found Volta not arcade-like enough for my preference.

The significant improvement in FC that truly matters is introduced as ‘FC IQ’, a state-of-the-art AI system designed to enhance your strategic choices for each position. This means you can deploy players like Trent Alexander-Arnold in their specialized roles, such as the inverted full-back position, and so on. FC 25 offers customization options that let you tailor your team to play according to your preferred style, from false 9s to sweeper keepers and beyond. In practice, it functions exceptionally well.

An unanticipated advantage comes from strategically managing specific players effectively, leading to improved defensive pressure and positioning, and it seems that this might be due to their Football Intelligence (FC IQ). In games, my team members consistently make intelligent runs – darting behind defenders, into open spaces, along the flanks, and so on. The pass-and-go mechanic is less crucial now as we can rely on skilled players to make smart decisions. Crosses are more effective than ever before, making it simpler to locate those key players. Overall, EA Sports FC 25 appears to be a significant improvement over FC 24 in terms of gameplay on the field.

Outside the field, there isn’t much else worth discussing, truth be told. The most common topic nowadays, Football Ultimate Team, appears quite similar to last year’s version, although Electronic Arts has at last taken away player contracts… it’s about time! My main complaint is how carelessly the game’s presentation is handled this year. From unresponsive interfaces and errors in subtitles, to players passing through stadiums to celebrate under the stands, and overlapping text in the FUT menus, it doesn’t give the impression that this is the top football game. Maybe this lack of care in the details is due to a lack of competition these days.

It’s unbelievable how often I had to restart the game due to getting stuck on the FUT screen. This issue seemed to occur about once every few hours. Incredible. To top it off, I even noticed an in-game scoreboard displaying 54 minutes during half-time… who’s responsible for making sure that’s accurate? And let’s not discuss how difficult it is to spot the ball when you play at London Stadium during kickoff, with all those bubbles obscuring the view!

on-field and off-field. The introduction of the new FC IQ system has improved the in-game experience, though it’s not a revolutionary change. However, off the field, things remain largely unchanged, which is somewhat concerning. While the swap from Volta to Rush may have occurred, overall, the game appears to be the same as last year, which could make fans hesitant about spending £70 on it. I’m not convinced that EA Sports has made enough improvements this year to persuade players to purchase it.

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2024-09-20 19:12