It not only looks closer to the real game,with lots of incidents happening across the field, it's hoped that it'll also provide a more intuitive way of conveying information to the player, especially those unfamiliar with the series. They're all handy visual cues, subtly letting you know what options are available. Players can now cannily check their runs, turn defenders, and run along the defensive line. EA has reworked this aspect so that players are now able to interpret situations in a game like a real soccer player. The shots can be calibrated to the millimeter and with the new ball physics, you can see the effects of the ball trajectories which are varied and realistic.Īnother important improvement is the team intelligence feature. With the Pure Shot feature, depending on the context of the action, players can determine the best location and angle for shooting at the goal. It's useful for stalling and dictating the pace of the action.Īlso new in this version is the approach to shooting and ball physics. This increase in realism means improvements in ball control. You can now use the body as a shield to protect the position and possession of the ball.
The new Precision Movement feature means that accelerations, sprints, slowdowns, rotations, and changes in direction are much more fluid and realistic. EA has worked hard on the player animations.