EA Sports continues its commitment to enhancing FC 25 with the scheduled release of Update 12, dropping today. This patch addresses multiple areas across the game, notably in Ultimate Team, Career Mode, and Clubs, along with a range of general improvements. The timing was confirmed by EASFDirect, EA’s official communication channel on Twitter yesterday.
General, Audio, and Visual Enhancements
Update 12 kicks off with general improvements, focusing on enhancing visual authenticity and game stability:
- Updated various badges, trophies, hairstyles, and kits to reflect real-world changes and enhance realism.
- Added 3 new star heads. These will become visible in-game following an upcoming Server Release, further enhancing the accuracy of player appearances.
- Addressed various stability issues, making FC 25smoother and more reliable.
Fixes in Ultimate Team Mode
For FUT fans, Update 12 corrects a specific issue that had emerged recently:
- Addressed an issue where certain outfield Player Items could incorrectly be used in the goalkeeper position, ensuring fair play and realism.
Improvements to Career Mode
Career Mode players will notice several beneficial fixes that address recent frustrations:
- Fixed a critical issue where managers at struggling clubs using Live Start Points could unfairly lose their job immediately following a single negative result.
- Corrected prize money distribution issues in certain competitions, ensuring proper financial management.
- Player growth visibility in the Squad Hub has been fixed. Player Overall Ratings (OVR) changes will now display accurately.
- Rectified instances where certain positions were incorrectly omitted from the Development Plans, allowing better player development management.
Adjustments to Clubs Mode
Fans of Clubs mode have received a small but essential interface correction:
- Fixed an issue where the Victory Point UI indicator incorrectly displayed data from Rush matches without a club. Clubs UI will now accurately reflect match outcomes.
Update Release Pattern Analysis
EA continues to follow a clear pattern with these major updates, consistently improving FC 25 based on community feedback and technical requirements. Here’s a recap of past updates and their release dates:
| Update | Release Date |
|---|---|
| 12 | 01/04 Tue (Expected) |
| 11 | 17/03 Mon |
| 10 | 11/03 Tue |
| 09 | 04/02 Tue |
| 08 | 16/01 Thu |
| 07 | 08/01 Wed |
| 06 | 04/12 Wed |
| 05 | 19/11 Tue |
| 04 | 05/11 Tue |
| 03 | 16/10 Wed |
| 02 | 01/10 Tue |
| 01 | 26/09 Wed |
As is typical, today’s Tuesday update aligns perfectly with the FC 25 team’s regular schedule, coming two weeks after the previous release.
Looking Ahead
Following Update 12, EA Sports will likely roll out a Server Release shortly after, officially activating the visual upgrades such as new star heads. Players should anticipate a continued focus on gameplay refinement and responsiveness improvements in subsequent updates.
Keep an eye out for EA Sports’ official announcements, and stay tuned as further tweaks and additions to FC 25 continue to enhance your gaming experience.
Read the full update on Trello here.
FAQs about FC 25 Update 12
When will Update 12 be released in FC 25?
Update 12 will be released today, April 1st, 2025.
Will the new star heads be available immediately?
No, star heads will appear after an upcoming Server Release.
Has the Ultimate Team goalkeeper bug been fixed?
Yes, outfield player items can’t play as goalkeepers anymore.
Are manager sackings fixed in Career Mode?
Yes, managers won’t be unfairly sacked after one poor result.
