Save for the short term in which Pro Evolution Soccer It looks like it's starting to get the upper hand over its bitter rival, EA FIFA Suffrage (now EA Sports FC) has had little competition for the title of best soccer simulation series since its debut in the mid-nineties. That could all change with the launch UFL: A free-to-play soccer game in which players assemble their own teams.

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Developed by Strikerz inc and funded by football icon Cristiano Ronaldo, UFL Many things are true, but what is false? FIFA The killer (or EA FC Killer) that football fans have been waiting for for the past few decades? The following guide will compare the two franchises in several key areas to determine if UFL is better than EA FC 25Also where improvements can be made in the months and years since the previous release.
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Final verdict (Is UFL EA better than FC 25?)
Gameplay comparison
Controls for UFL are more or less the same as for EA FC 25And the graphics are equally impressive. However, there are some key gameplay differences that really hold back the former. For starters, on a pass assist it can sometimes be difficult to figure out who the player is trying to pass to, which often leads to turnovers on possessions. If players are trying to pass someone next to them and tap the button as slowly as possible, the player they are controlling will often try to make a ridiculous crossfield pass to a random player. Turning with force can also feel awkward, and the speed and acceleration stats seem neglected most of the time.

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There is also a strange quirk where players continue their run long after possession has changed hands. There will be times when players will try to pass the ball to one of their wingers and regain possession only to discover that he is miles offside because they told him to make a run thirty seconds ago. This is nowhere near as often as the issues mentioned above, but when it does happen it can be frustrating. For these reasons and more, EA FC 25The gameplay is not only more realistic UFCBut still a lot of fun.
Compare game modes
As of the time of writing, UFL There is only one game modewhich is effectively just a stripped-back version of EA FCThe ultimate team game mode. Players can play standalone local matches if they like, and there's even a basic training mode, but those hoping to find things like tournaments and manager modes will be sorely disappointed, as there aren't any here. Comparing the two games side by side, UFL offers much less variety than EA FC 25.
License comparison
There are only five licensed teams UFL; These are AS Monaco, FC Porto, PSV Eindhoven, Besiktas, and Shakhtar Donetsk. There are 24 other teams made up of random players, but none of these resemble real-world soccer teams when it comes to club names, kits and stadiums. As mentioned above, UFL Players will mainly use the clubs they have assembled rather than one of these pre-made teams, but for those who love their football games they have an air of authenticity about them, EA FC 25 There is a road ahead UFL When it comes to licensing.
Monetization comparison
Although there are ways to earn small amounts of in-game currency just by playing the game, UFL They are about as paid as they come. Instead of taking new players from packs or buying from other players, UFL Allows players to purchase them using credit points, which can be purchased using real-world money. Players like Bellingham, Messi and Ronaldo cost about 180 million CP, which works out to about $28 if players splash out on the most expensive CP pack. It may seem like a lot, but compare to Ultimate Team mode EA FC 25, Building a team of 11 of the best players in the world will be very cheap UFL.
Final verdict (Is UFL EA better than FC 25?)
As things stand, EA FC 25 is a better game than UFL in almost every measurable way. However, the competition is very close it has no right. For newcomers to the genre, UFL It gets a lot of things right, and with a few gameplay tweaks and a few more game modes, it could provide some serious competition. EA FC suffrage It can already prove to be a good option for free-to-play players due to the fact that it is actually free to play, although players will need to spend money to build themselves a competitive team, they are just looking for a solid one. What could possibly be better than an Ultimate Team-style experience at a soccer game? eFootball Pro Evolution Soccer.

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- December 5, 2024
- developer(s)
- Strikers Inc
- Publisher(s)
- Strikers Inc

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