EA Sports FC 25 has stirred up the community with its newest addition: Professional Fouls. The feature allows players to perform strategic fouls to halt an opponent’s counterattack, resulting in an immediate yellow card. As you might expect, this hasn’t gotten the best of reactions.
On social media, fans are already predicting all the broken controllers and toxic gameplay that this could bring. The potential for this feature to disrupt the balance of the game has gotten fans to question EA’s decision-making.
EA Sports FC 25 Isn’t Even Out Yet And It’s Already Controversial
The reaction on social media has been intense. Matt Craig’s tweet, stating “I can see the broken controllers already,” sums up the sentiments of many gamers. Others echoed this concern, fearing that this feature could lead to increased player rage and toxicity in EA Sports FC 25.
I can see the broken controllers already in #FC25 pic.twitter.com/aLoQka02UN
— Matt Craig (@MattHDGamer) July 25, 2024
Professional Fouls in EA FC 25 require players to press specific button combinations—R1+X on PlayStation and RB+A on Xbox—to execute the move. This addition is meant to add a layer of strategy to defensive play.
However, the feature’s implementation has raised questions about its fairness and potential for abuse. The move always results in a yellow card, which can escalate to a red card if used excessively, putting players at a significant disadvantage.
The controversy stems from the potential misuse of Professional Fouls. Some argue that it will frustrate players by disrupting promising attacks. As one player on Reddit pointed out,
I love them unless it’s against me in 90+, then it’s possibly the worst thing about the game.
This shows just how divisive this new feature EA has introduced will be with players torn between strategic use and potential abuse.
Professional Fouls Are Just One New Feature of Many in EA FC 25
In addition to Professional Fouls, EA FC 25 introduces several other features and improvements. These include enhanced reaction time, improved slide tackle animations, and more responsive shoulder challenges. The game’s AI is also set to be more aware around the 18-yard box, aiming to create a more realistic and challenging defensive experience.
There will be “tactical fouls” in FC25
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Some players have pointed out that similar fouls could already be performed in previous versions of the game, though not with the same level of strategic intention. The inclusion of this feature as a formal mechanic has intensified discussions about its potential to make or break the experience for many fans.
With the game’s release scheduled for September 27, 2024, and early access available from September 20, players are eagerly awaiting the chance to test this new feature themselves. It remains to be seen if this controversial feature will become a beloved tactic or the bane of every player.
One thing is certain: EA Sports FC 25 is already one of the most talked-about releases of the year, thanks in large part to this divisive new feature.
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