Our Take
EA Sports FC 25 is the latest annual football simulation from EA, formerly known as FIFA. Built for Xbox Series X, it targets fans of the long-running franchise who want polished club and international football. It sits firmly in the mainstream market, competing primarily against itself given it has no realistic rival on console.
Key Features
FC IQ system introduces role-based player positioning, giving each footballer specific on-pitch responsibilities rather than fixed instructions
Rush mode added to Ultimate Team, Kick-Off, and Clubs — a 5v5 format with a rush goalkeeper
Women's football expanded across more modes, including a standalone women's club competition
PlayStyles and PlayStyles+ carry over from FC 24, rating individual player traits like chip shots and power headers
Ultimate Team remains the headline mode, with squad-building challenges, live events, and card packs
Career Mode receives modest updates including enhanced player morale and medical room management
Our Verdict
Buy it if you're a committed football game fan wanting the freshest rosters, polished mechanics, and the new Rush format. If you already own FC 24 and play mainly offline, the upgrade is hard to justify at full price. Wait for a sale or consider it only if FC IQ's tactical system genuinely appeals to you.