One of the most exciting moments in FC 25 Ultimate Team is opening a pack and hoping for that high-rated player or special card. However, knowing if you’ve packed a walkout or a special card can be tricky due to the subtle differences in the animations. In this guide, we’ll break down how to tell if you’ve packed a walkout, what the indicators are, and how to identify special cards in FC 25.
Understanding the Four Types of Pack Animations in FC 25
When you open a pack in FC 25, there are four distinct types of animations that tell you the value of the player you’ve just packed. Paying attention to these animations is key to knowing whether you’ve just hit the jackpot or landed a standard card.
1. The Basic Non-Walkout Pack (Below 80 Rating)
For players rated below 80, the pack animation is quite simple and straightforward. There are no dramatic effects, no lights, and no tunnel walk. The card appears instantly on the screen, letting you know that the player you’ve packed is of minimal value. In most cases, these are squad fillers, and there’s no need to expect anything special.
2. The Shadow Walk Pack (80 to 85 Rating)
When you pack a player rated 80 to 85, the animation gets a bit more exciting. You’ll be taken into a tunnel where a shadowy figure of a player slowly walks toward the screen. While this animation may give the illusion of a high-rated card, don’t get your hopes up just yet. More often than not, you’ll end up packing a player like Sergio Busquets, who falls just short of being a walkout.
If you’re not familiar with the walkout indicator, you might think this is a top-tier player, but it’s usually just an average pull. The key thing to watch out for is the lack of extra flair or lighting at the end of the tunnel, which is what separates this animation from a true walkout.
How to Spot a Walkout in FC 25
3. Walkout Animation (85+ Rating)
The real excitement comes when you pack a walkout in FC 25. This animation follows a similar tunnel sequence as the 80 to 85 rated pack, but there’s one critical difference: a triangle-shaped light at the end of the tunnel.
How to Recognize a Walkout:
- As the player walks toward you, a triangle light will glow at the end of the tunnel.
- Once you see this light, you can be sure that you’ve packed a walkout. This is when it’s worth watching the entire animation as the player is slowly revealed. However, if it’s a goalkeeper, you might want to skip the reveal, as it could be a less exciting pull.
This subtle hint is easy to miss, so pay close attention to the tunnel lighting. If you don’t see the triangle light at the end of the tunnel, it’s safe to assume the player is rated below 85, and you’ve not packed a walkout.
4. Special Card Animation (Promotional Cards)
Lastly, if you pack a special card, such as a Hero or Team of the Week (TOTW) player, the animation changes slightly. While it begins similarly to a walkout, you’ll notice that the entire tunnel lights up in the color theme of the promotional card. For example, if you’re packing a Hero card, the tunnel will glow with purple and gold hues.
Key Signs of a Special Card:
- The tunnel will light up entirely with colors that match the card’s theme.
- The walkout will proceed as usual, but the color shift is the main indicator that you’ve packed something beyond the regular cards.
This distinct color theme lets you know immediately that you’ve landed a special card, even before the player is fully revealed.
Why Knowing the Pack Animation Matters
Recognizing these animation differences is crucial in FC 25, especially if you’re grinding packs or participating in promotions. While some players may skip through animations quickly, seasoned players know that paying attention to the subtle cues can enhance the pack-opening experience and help you appreciate the big pulls more.
Understanding the walkout animation and special card indicators also helps set expectations when opening packs. Instead of waiting for the player to be fully revealed, you can tell almost instantly whether it’s worth celebrating or moving on to the next pack.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
How do I know if I’ve packed a walkout in FC 25?
You can tell if you’ve packed a walkout by watching for a triangle-shaped light at the end of the tunnel during the pack animation. If the light appears, it’s a walkout.
What’s the difference between a walkout and a non-walkout animation in FC 25?
A non-walkout animation does not feature the triangle light at the end of the tunnel. Instead, it shows a player walking toward the screen without the extra lighting flair that indicates a higher-rated card.
How do I know if I’ve packed a special card in FC 25?
When packing a special card, the entire tunnel will light up in the color theme of the promotional card (e.g., purple and gold for Hero cards). This distinct lighting effect signals a special card.
What is the “Shadow Walk” animation in FC 25?
The “Shadow Walk” animation occurs when you pack a player rated 80 to 85. It shows a shadowy figure walking toward the screen, but without the triangle light at the end of the tunnel, meaning it’s not a walkout.
Packing walkouts and special cards in FC 25 is an exciting experience, and knowing how to identify these animations will enhance your pack openings. Keep an eye out for the key indicators, and you’ll never miss out on recognizing when you’ve scored a top-tier player! For more in-depth FC 25 tips, check out FUTHEAD for the latest on player ratings and packs.
