Today marked an exciting day for EA Sports FC 25 fans with the release of a new update on January 16, coinciding with the unveiling of this year’s Team of the Year (TOTY) squads. Meanwhile, the gaming world seems relatively quiet with no other major news overshadowing this announcement.
If you participated in last week’s voting for the Ultimate Team’s TOTY, there’s hope that your favorite players made the cut. Either way, EA has certainly given players a great incentive to dive back into FC 25.
The finalized TOTY XIs for both the men’s and women’s teams have been shared via graphics in the tweets below—saving you from reading a long list of names. If you’re curious about everyone who made the list, the tweets lay it all out clearly.
Starting January 17, these special TOTY cards will begin appearing in the game. First up, you’ll see the attackers, followed by the midfielders on January 19, and then the defenders and goalkeepers on January 21. Expect the complete TOTY rosters to be available in the Ultimate Team pool from January 23 through January 31, with an additional 12th man and woman making an entrance on January 24 to round out the lineup.
Moreover, EA has released a gameplay refresh for FC 25 today, which they describe as “the most significant mid-season gameplay overhaul” driven by community feedback. That’s quite the promise to live up to!
The full update details can be accessed through the latest Pitch Notes, with some standout changes including:
– Major enhancements to core gameplay mechanics such as passing, shooting, goalkeeping, and defending.
– Fixing issues where defenders would easily catch up with dribblers.
– A shift towards more fluid offensive play, allowing for smoother ball movement.
– A reduction in tacklebacks and AI interceptions to ensure a fairer game.
If you’re jumping back into FC 25 to explore the TOTY squads, don’t miss out on our comprehensive guides. They cover the best tactic codes, formations, and young talent to recruit in career mode. Enjoy the revamped gameplay!