The top players in EA FC 25 not only have strong ratings, but also the best playstyles. On MeinMMO we introduce you to the most important game styles. We also explain how they work and what makes them so powerful.
What are Playstyles? Playstyles were introduced in EA FC 24 and give players special abilities. There are a total of 34 game styles, which are divided into the following categories:
Players can have Silver or Gold versions of playstyles, with the silver playstyle allowing a player to perform the skill well, while the gold playstyle allows a player to master the skill perfectly.
We have selected the best playstyle from each category and will tell you how it works in the game and what makes it so strong.
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The 6 best playstyles and their function
Best playstyle for goals: Cut shot
How does truncated shot work? Clipped Shot allows you to add more spin to shots with R1 (on PlayStation) or RB (on Xbox). With a cut shot, the ball does not fly straight towards the goal, but in an arc.
Why is the cut shot the best scoring playstyle? If your players have this playstyle, the shots on goal will hit the goal with much more precision. The flicks are perfect for outwitting goalkeepers from short and long distances.
The clipped shot playstyle can also be a quality feature for the players with the best goal finishing in FC 25.
Best playstyle for passing: Wide pass
How does Next Pass work? Wide Pass is triggered when you want to play a high pass (square button on PlayStation/X button on Xbox) to a teammate. The playstyle also applies when you execute a high through ball (L1 + triangle button on the PlayStation/LB and Y button on the Xbox).
Why is Wide Pass the best passing playstyle? You can use the wide pass to quickly shift your game to the other side of the pitch with a long, high ball. The balls are not only played faster and more precisely, but are also more difficult to defend.
In FC 25, passing has generally become more difficult; long balls in particular often go too far or are too imprecise. Therefore, players with a long pass are very valuable for your team.
Best playstyle for defense: Anticipation
How does anticipation work? Anticipation is triggered in standing fair duels. All you need to do is get close enough to the opponent and take a defensive stance with L2 (on the PlayStation) or LT (on the Xbox).
You can also actively trigger the playstyle by executing a standing tackle (circle button on the PlayStation/B button on the Xbox) or a bump (X button on the PlayStation/A button on the Xbox).
Why is anticipation the best defensive playstyle? Anticipation gives you a greater chance of winning standing fair duels against your opponents. In addition, after winning a duel, the ball stays with you more often and does not bounce back to the opposing team.
Anticipation gives your players a significantly better duel rate. Some defenders with a lower rating also have this playstyle. On MeinMMO we show you 10 strong defenders in Ultimate Team that you shouldn’t underestimate.
Best playstyle for ball control: Frenzy
How does frenzy work? Frenzy is triggered during a sprint (R2 on Playstation/RT on Xbox) with the ball at your foot.
Why is Frenzy the best ball control playstyle? With Frenzy you reach a higher sprint speed when dribbling with the ball. In addition, your self-templates (double R2 on the PlayStation/RT on the Xbox or pressing the right analog stick in one direction while sprinting) are less prone to errors.
Frenzy gives you a decent speed boost, which makes it difficult to catch up with you.
Most of the time, the fastest players in FC 25 have this playstyle in silver or gold.
Best Playstyle for Physical: Quick Step
How does Quick Step work? Quick Step activates in the first few meters of the sprint as you accelerate.
Why is Quick Step the best physical playstyle? Quick Step gives your players an advantage in running duels. By moving faster, you can surprise and overcome your opponents with explosive changes of pace.
The combination of Quick Step and Frenzy gives your players another decent speed boost and makes the new, secret sprint boost in FC 25 even more effective.
Best Playstyle for Goaltending: Fingertips
How does fingertips work? Fingertips are automatically used when your goalkeeper makes saves with his hands.
Why is fingertips the best playstyle for goalkeeping? Goalkeepers with fingertips get additional animations when making saves. These ensure that difficult-to-save shots are not deflected into the legs of the opposing striker, but rather are pushed further out of the danger zone. This is to prevent you from conceding annoying rebound goals.
This gives you an overview of the best playstyles in FC 25. Most of the other playstyles also bring you useful advantages. When building a team, you should therefore ensure that you cover as many different play styles as possible. To build your first strong team in Ultimate Team, you can get support from a squad builder: EA FC 25: Squad Builder – comparison and instructions for your perfect team