All Playstyles In FC 25 (& How They Work)

PlayStyles have returned tothis year, with a new category added to the game. Optimized by Opta data, these PlayStyles go beyond the overall rating of the player, giving them abilities based on their real-life ability. This is to create a more authentic gameplay experience. Each PlayStyle aims to make players feel more special and unique, with PlayStyles + taking this further and enhancing those abilities to a world-class standard.

PlayStyles are available in game modes, Ultimate Team, Rush, Career-mode, and Club modes. These PlayStyles span over six categories. These categories are scoring, passing, defending, ball control, physical, and the newly added goalkeeping. For the new release, more players have been given additional PlayStyles, like Phil Foden receiving the Technical + trait. Here is the complete list of PlayStyles in and some notes on the best PlayStyles to look out for to match specific playing preferences.

Name

Player Profile

PlayStyle

PlayStyle +

Power Shot

A player who is known for taking powerful shots from outside the box.

Performs power shots faster and with increased speed.

Performs power shots much faster and with a significant increase in speed.

Dead Ball

A player who is known for being a specialist at taking set pieces.

Set pieces are delivered with increased speed, curve, and accuracy. The ball trajectory preview line is longer.

Set pieces are delivered with exceptional speed, curve, and accuracy. The ball trajectory preview line is at maximum length.

Chip Shot

A player who is known to often try and chip the goalkeeper when shooting.

Performs chip shots faster and with greater accuracy.

Performs chip shots more quickly with exceptional accuracy.

Finesse Shot

A player that is known to place the ball when shooting.

Performs finesse shots faster with additional curve and improved accuracy.

Performs finesse shots significantly faster with maximum cure and exceptional accuracy.

Power Header

A player who is known to strike with power when