Overview
PlayStyles and PlayStyles+ make each player feel unique in EA SPORTS FC™. They’re inspired by real-world abilities and help you understand what makes every footballer perform differently on the pitch. You’ll see them across modes like Ultimate Team™, Career Mode, and The Grounds. Learn how they work to get the most from your squad.
What are PlayStyles?
PlayStyles are special abilities that bring to life the on-pitch abilities that make players special.There are two levels of PlayStyles.- PlayStyles give players unique skills to make them stand out in their roles.
- PlayStyles+ enhance those abilities and give enhanced effects compared to their regular counterparts.
- Power Shot: increased ball travel speed for Power Shots.
- Power Shot+: lower elevation for high-powered Power Shots.
How PlayStyles impact your gameplay
PlayStyles can change:- Abilities: boosting certain stats or animations in key moments.
- Team strategy: creating unique chemistry between player types.
- Player roles: influencing who should take corners, free kicks, or penalties.
How to find PlayStyles in-game
Ultimate Team™
Player Career Mode
Manager Career Mode
The Grounds
- 1From the Main Menu, go to Ultimate Team™.
- 2Select the Club tab.
- 3Highlight a player and select Player Details.
- 4Toggle to the PlayStyles tab.
Frequently asked questions about PlayStyles
You can’t manually change the PlayStyles assigned to a Player Item. Different versions of the same player can have unique PlayStyles, and Evolutions can also give Player Items new PlayStyles.Amps can temporarily add a PlayStyle or PlayStyle+ to your active Archetype. Check the Amp’s details to see its benefits and remaining uses.
No. PlayStyles don’t directly change chemistry, but they influence how your team performs when used strategically.