EA Sports Addresses Kick Off Glitch in FC 26
Launching a new EA FC game, previously known as FIFA, often comes with the inevitability of players discovering overpowered strategies or exploits. One of the most notorious culprits is the ‘kick off glitch,’ a phenomenon that allows players to score with alarming ease immediately after conceding or at the start of a half. In the latest installment, FC 26, this issue has resurfaced, albeit not as pronounced as in earlier versions, leading to considerable frustration among gamers.
The core of the problem in FC 26 lies in defensive positioning. During open play, teams exhibit a fluidity that allows players to react dynamically to one another’s movements. However, following a kick off, player placements become rigid, adhering strictly to the chosen formation. This rigidity creates exploitable gaps between defenders, enabling attackers to capitalize and score with relative ease.
In a recent update via the EA Sports FC Direct Communication account on X, the company acknowledged the ongoing concerns regarding kick off goals. EA assured players that they are actively working on adjustments to enhance defensive positioning specifically during kick off scenarios. “We see your feedback coming in around kick off goals and we’re working on defensive positioning improvements that would only take effect around kick offs,” the post stated. “Right now we’re targeting this update for early October, and we’ll let you know if anything changes.”
With a fix anticipated in the coming weeks, it will be intriguing to observe how EA modifies player positioning during kick offs without adversely affecting the overall gameplay experience. Speculation suggests that players may be arranged more compactly within their formations, but the exact approach remains to be seen.
Despite the kick off issue, many players, including myself, find that FC 26 boasts some of the most robust gameplay foundations seen in recent years. While opinions may vary, the overall feel of the game has been quite enjoyable thus far. The kick off glitch stands out as the primary gameplay concern, yet it pales in comparison to similar exploits from past iterations. However, there remains a risk that excessive adjustments by EA could disrupt the game’s balance, a fate that has befallen previous titles. Nonetheless, there is hope that valuable lessons have been absorbed for this latest release.
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