FIFA 13 Season Ticket Early Release Impressions

[oshi]

Does anyone know of some easy ways to boost eac fc pts? Want the 1k UT packs and upgrades for my pro for club

[Qb]

BCFan's post reminded me of a major gripe with playing FIFA online, even with friends... no custom tactics. A few years ago, they removed the option to use custom tactics online because people were using high-pressure settings that took advantage of the second defender pressure command. Too bad the problem was with the defensive system, which they changed last year.

However, we still can't freely switch between custom tactics online. I believe D-pad quick tactics are available, but do they work properly? I've never found them to an effective way to manage my team strategy. This is a good example of limiting the tactical depth of the game, even when the foundation is there.

[mauro78]

Quote: Originally Posted by Qb

The catalog is in the EAS FC menu. You can access it directly by pressing X on 360 (or square on PS3, I assume). The different unlockables are sorted by levels corresponding to your EASFC level; 1-10, 11-20, 21-30, etc. I believe the player editing in CM option is in the 21-30 bracket. There are 125 unlockables, IIRC. There are boots for your virtual pro; +1 attribute increases for online/career VPs; extra games and points H2H Seasons (which seems absurd!); and a few career-related perks like editing, an international job offer; having your scout find a 'future star'; or even a 'billionaire takeover' of your club increasing your budget.

Hey Qb I'm planning to buy the game...just few questions:

a) Does every CPU opponent play the same style?
b) Is the CPU AI Improved over FIFA 12?

of course a) is the most important for me....

Thanks in advance

[Qb]

Mauro, I wish I could answer your first question, but I haven't played enough teams to do so. I think some of the pieces are in place; ie, custom tactics, player traits/tendencies, etc. However, it seems the stock team tactics are rather generic in many cases.

As for your second question, it depends on what you mean by "AI". If you mean how the CPU manages its strategy during a game, I'd lean towards no (again with the limited play caveat). I'm not sure if the CPU will change its formation based on situation or personnel; it seems to be mostly 'like-for-like' substitutions based on fatigue. I'm fairly certain they use attack/defense level throughout the match, and possibly change their team tactics as well (like the user quick tactics). But it leaves a lot to be desired and an overhaul to the CPU 'manager brain' would truly move the game forward.

If you're asking about the on-pitch behavior of AI players, that's a tougher nut to crack. It appears to be more active if nothing else. Attacking players make more runs, some of which are rather smart. Defending is dodgy at times, especially when it comes to your AI teammates helping out. If I had to say yes or no, I'd go with yes. However, I think the overall defensive approach needs to be re-thought.

[orion523]

Quote: Originally Posted by razorkaos

a little question about EAS FC: "This year within EA SPORTS Football Club, returning FIFA 12 players will carry their Football Club Level and XP into FIFA 13 so their season starts as strong as it finishes." Is it true?

Yes sir. I started FIFA 13 a level 26

[mauro78]

Quote: Originally Posted by Qb

Mauro, I wish I could answer your first question, but I haven't played enough teams to do so. I think some of the pieces are in place; ie, custom tactics, player traits/tendencies, etc. However, it seems the stock team tactics are rather generic in many cases. As for your second question, it depends on what you mean by "AI". If you mean how the CPU manages its strategy during a game, I'd lean towards no (again with the limited play caveat). I'm not sure if the CPU will change its formation based on situation or personnel; it seems to be mostly 'like-for-like' substitutions based on fatigue. I'm fairly certain they use attack/defense level throughout the match, and possibly change their team tactics as well (like the user quick tactics). But it leaves a lot to be desired and an overhaul to the CPU 'manager brain' would truly move the game forward. If you're asking about the on-pitch behavior of AI players, that's a tougher nut to crack. It appears to be more active if nothing else. Attacking players make more runs, some of which are rather smart. Defending is dodgy at times, especially when it comes to your AI teammates helping out. If I had to say yes or no, I'd go with yes. However, I think the overall defensive approach needs to be re-thought.

I wish I could merge PES13 an d FIFA 13 :-)
Thanks for answering...

[Broncos86]

I turned up passing errors for both sides, and this seems to have two effects on the game:

1) Obviously, the ball is a bit looser now. Both sides, aren't quite so precise with the passing.

2) Because of that, I'm seeing more midfield battles and more fouls. Since players can't just pass around quickly, and more passes are getting intercepted, I'm seeing more scrums for the ball. Because of it, more fouls.

Just my anecdotal evidence.

[Quint75]

I know this game is not a true sim - the lack of fouls alone gives that away - and it doesn't feel as organic as PES, but damned if I am not having a lot of fun with it. I play with lower level teams, so maybe helps make the gameplay seem less robotic.

I expected to be canceling my pre-order today: I will be keeping it after all and getting PES later after some really good, complete option files become available. The CM play with relegation is just too good too pass up for me.