EA FC 25 Gameplay Deep Dive: FC IQ and other features revealed

EA Sports has officially revealed more in-depth information about its upcoming title with the EA FC 25 Gameplay Deep Dive, offering some insight into how the new mechanics in the upcoming FC installment will work. In the title, the developers will provide a refreshed and realistic on-field experience for gamers around the globe.

The introduction of PlayStyles was the most influential addition to EA FC 24, revolutionizing the way players perform on the virtual pitch. EA Sports has built on this system for the upcoming title, and the EA FC 25 Gameplay Deep Dive has revealed the details about a major addition to the experience: FC IQ.

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What does the EA FC 25 Gameplay Deep Dive tell us about FC IQ?

As per the EA FC 25 Gameplay Deep Dive, the brand new FC IQ system could totally revamp the way FIFA games have been played. In previous iterations of the series, player instructions and work rate dictated the role of an athlete on the virtual pitch. However, the latest system will allow gamers more control than ever before when setting up their desired style of play.

Team Tactics

In FC 25, not only will your AI players be more intelligent and realistic, courtesy of FC IQ, you can now customize the way your entire squad plays in both offense and defensive situations. Through player roles, you can use the same formation in a wide variety of setups because it will change in a fluid manner in-game to assume different shapes and structures.

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Player roles

This is arguably the most major change revealed in the EA FC 25 Gameplay Deep Dive. Player roles are integral to the FC IQ system and will play a key part in determining which players are effective on the virtual pitch. Instead of player instructions, gamers can now assign specific roles to their athletes, which will dictate how they position themselves and behave on the field.

Every footballer will have a specific role if they are good at a particular aspect of the game. If they are more accomplished in that area, they will possess a Role+, and if they are world class in that aspect, they will possess the Role++. This ensures that players like Real Madrid's Vinicius Junior will be excellent at playing as an Inside Forward, as demonstrated in the EA FC 25 Gameplay Deep Dive.

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Smart tactical suggestions

The game itself can now recommend specific tactical changes in-game during certain scenarios, allowing players to change their setups on a whim using the D-pad. Fans can also share their tactical setups with others using specific codes assigned to each tactic. FC IQ tactics will also serve as the bedrock of gameplay for all game modes, including Ultimate Team, Pro Clubs, and Career Mode.

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Hypermotion V and PlayStyles have also been improved

Hypermotion V was added to EA FC 24 and features countless animations captured from real-life football matches. This adds a whole new level of authenticity to the gameplay experience, as in-game players move and behave like the athletes we all know and love.

The EA FC 25 Gameplay Deep Dive promised an even more comprehensive gallery of captured animations from some of the biggest matches last season. This includes in-game animations for movements, goals, and celebrations, as demonstrated by Manchester City's Rodri in the video.

The upcoming offering will provide brand new PlayStyles for goalkeepers, giving them the ability to be more effective when dealing with attackers. Gamers can also now commit professional fouls, which will certainly introduce a whole new side to 1v1 defending on the virtual pitch.