EA Sports FC 25 Unveils TOTY Squads and Major “Gameplay Refresh” Update in Today’s Launch

A new update for EA Sports FC 25 has landed today, January 16, coinciding with the unveiling of this year’s Team of the Year line-ups, and there’s nothing else quite as buzzworthy in the gaming world right now.

Last week, the voting kicked off for the Ultimate Team’s Team of the Year, so fingers crossed that your favorites made it in if you managed to vote. Either way, EA has given fans another fantastic reason to jump back into FC 25.

In the tweets below, you’ll find detailed graphics showcasing the confirmed TOTY selections – one for the men and another for the women, as is now customary. They provide a comprehensive look at who made the cut, so there’s no need to list every name here – just check them out if you’re curious.

From January 17, these TOTY card packs will make their debut in the game, starting with the attackers. Midfielders will take the stage on January 19, followed by defenders and goalkeepers on January 21. The complete roster will be available in the Ultimate Team pool from January 23 to January 31, with a special 12th man and woman arriving on January 24 to round things out nicely.

Additionally, EA has launched an update for FC 25 today aimed at delivering a “gameplay refresh.” According to the developers, this is “the most significant mid-season gameplay overhaul we’ve ever made based on your feedback.” Talk about setting high expectations.

You can dive into the full details of this update via the link provided, but here are the standout changes:

– Significant overhauls to core gameplay mechanics like passing, shooting, goalkeeping, and defending.
– Fixes for issues like defenders catching up to dribblers too frequently.
– A smoother offensive gameplay experience to enhance ball movement.
– A reduction in tacklebacks and AI interceptions.

If you’re revisiting FC 25 thanks to the TOTY release, don’t forget to check out our guides. They offer valuable insights into the best tactics codes and formations, as well as recommendations for the top young talents to sign in career mode.