The introduction of new features in Ultimate Team is of immense importance for the mode and its dedicated community of players. FC 26 Ultimate Team offers a unique and addictive experience that combines football gameplay with card collecting and team building. New features serve to continually refresh and enrich this mode, keeping players engaged and invested in their squads.
These additions range from improved pack openings and player customization to enhanced squad management and gameplay mechanics. They expand possibilities, strategies, and creativity for players, while also introducing innovative events like tournaments and promotions. New features address player feedback, demonstrating commitment to the community. The ongoing evolution of FC Ultimate Team ensures a dynamic, engaging experience within the Football Club gaming.
As FC 26 news have not yet been announced, the rest of this article will be populated with last year’s updates to keep you informed of recent developments.
What’s New in FC 25 Ultimate Team?
These were the key new features introduced in FC 25 Ultimate Team last year. Let’s explore what they brought to the mode.
Rush
Rush is a 5v5 mode featuring AI-controlled goalkeepers. You can team up with up to three friends or play solo and be matched with others. Control your favorite player, and your team’s choices contribute to earning Rush Points.
Gameplay
- Rush features 5v5 matches with AI goalkeepers.
- Team up with friends or play solo and get matched.
- Use your favorite player to earn Rush Points.
Events
- Select events with specific player item restrictions.
- Complete Rush Objectives faster during events.
- All events contribute to weekly Rush Objectives.
Squad Building
- Build your squad collaboratively with teammates.
- Players are filtered based on event requirements.
- You have 90 seconds to select players.
- No duplicate players allowed.
- Matchmaking starts after player selection.
Earning Rush Points
- Earn points by winning and playing matches, especially with friends.
- Complete optional blocks for bonus points based on attributes and team composition.
- Completing blocks grants extra Rush Points.
Objectives
- Weekly Rush Objectives provide rewards based on points earned.
- Additional Objectives may unlock further rewards.
Matchmaking
- Play with up to four players; teammates are matched automatically.
- Matchmaking is based on your Rush skill level.
- Matches end if all team members leave.
FC IQ
FC IQ revamped tactics to provide greater control over your team’s strategy in 11v11 Ultimate Team matches. Powered by a new AI model based on real-world data, it introduces all-new Player Roles and Manager Items with Tactical Presets, allowing you to emulate real-world tactical setups.
Tactics
- Overhauled tactics improve positioning and make playstyles more authentic.
- Player Roles replace Work Rates to guide player behavior.
- Manager Items include Tactical Presets for quick setup changes.
Manager Presets
- Reflect real-world tactics.
- Save and apply presets easily.
Player Roles
- More than 50 new Roles influence player decisions on the pitch.
- Role Familiarity levels (Base, Role+, Role++) indicate proficiency.
Special Items and Customization
- Special items with Role Familiarity upgrades are available.
- Share tactics via short codes and name tactics for easy switching.
Formation Changes
- Removed positions: CF,