Title Update 5: Key Changes and Fixes in FC 25

The latest Title Update 5 for FC 25 has been released, bringing numerous improvements and fixes to gameplay, Ultimate Team, Clubs, Career Mode, and general audio-visual elements. Below is an overview of the changes introduced in this update.

Gameplay changes and fixes

Notable improvements

• Crossing mechanics: Crosses can now result in the ball landing moderately further ahead of the receiver, improving offensive plays.
• Goalkeeper refinements: Enhancements include improved positioning for short-distance saves, better decision-making when attempting to stop shots crossing the goal line, and more realistic reactions to powerful long-distance strikes.
• Ball physics: Contested shooting and clearance scenarios now feature more realistic ball behavior, improving immersion.
• Referee decisions: Adjustments have been made to penalty calls, advantage rulings, and offside decisions, particularly in Rush matches.

Resolved gameplay issues

• Defensive lines and midfielders no longer drop deeper than intended when the opposing team is controlling the ball.
• Ground and lob passes now consistently reach the intended receiver, even in free kick situations.
• Tackling inputs in locked-to-player modes register more consistently.
• Player switching responsiveness has been improved.
• Skill moves near the touchline now perform as requested.
• Headers have been refined for better accuracy during offensive plays.
• Substitution logic now minimizes unnecessary early-game substitutions, improving CPU decision-making.

Updates to Ultimate Team

Fixes and stability improvements

• Realigned Evolution Progression Summary UI elements for better clarity.
• Addressed stability issues when using the Transfer Market within the Squad Building Challenge (SBC) flow.

These updates aim to enhance functionality and provide a smoother experience for players engaging with Ultimate Team.

New Player pick animation

The new update also brought a new update to player picks with it. Take a look at it down below.

🚨NEW PLAYER PICK ANIMATION🔥

Thoughts??

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— Fut Sheriff (@FutSheriff) November 18, 2024

Changes in Clubs mode

Pre-match updates and gameplay adjustments

• Rush pre-match team sheets now display Rank Points and Club Victory Points, adding visibility to individual and team performance metrics.
• Adjusted match rating calculations to make it harder to achieve high ratings in Rush matches.
• Fixed issues with buzzer-beater goals from corners not registering correctly in Rush games.
• Improved goalkeeper logic for ball clearance in Rush scenarios.

Career Mode fixes

• Player agents now request wages that align more accurately with their clients’ value during transfer negotiations.
• Addressed issues where lower-than-expected wages were being requested for player transfers.

Read the full update release text on Trello.

General, audio, and visual updates

Visual enhancements

The update includes refinements to:

• Player portraits, kits, and stadium details.
• Additional elements such as boots, gloves, headbands, balls, ad boards, and trophies.

These changes are aimed at enhancing the overall visual quality and immersion.

Stability and UI fixes

• Placeholder text and incorrect UI elements have been addressed.
• Various stability issues have been resolved to reduce the likelihood of crashes and improve overall reliability.

Ongoing updates and community engagement

This update highlights FC 25’s commitment to ongoing refinement based on community feedback. Players can stay informed about future changes by following @EASFCDIRECT on X and visiting the FC Tracker for the latest updates.

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