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The FIFA series is a franchise that’s built its reputation
on its gameplay, particularly when it comes to controls. Unlike many
other sports series in the video game realm, EA has really put quite a
lot of effort into bringing gamers a football experience like no other.
From increasingly realistic graphics to the way you handle the ball,
FIFA 14 is a stunning achievement, particularly on the PS4, which
features the all-new Ignite engine. In short, the next-gen version of
this game is perhaps THE title that FIFA fans have been waiting for.
Despite all the recent advancements though, many players
might still need some assistance when it comes to improving their game.
The A.I. seems much more organized and creative than ever before, which
requires gamers to strike back with their own shifting tactics and
approaches. Likewise, the game provides a challenge in an online
context as well, with the competition being as fierce as ever. The
bottom line is that you might need to pick up a few tips and tricks if
you’re planning on tackling FIFA 14 and emerging victorious. Here are a
few ways to improve your basic game…
Practice makes perfect
Just like in real-life physical sports, there is
essentially one thing which helps to build a better player – familiarity
(or experience). Yes, it might sound extremely tacky to say so, but if
you really want to master FIFA 14, you really need to become intimate
with its practice mode. It’s going to be able to help you hone your
basic shots and moves within the context of certain setups. In other
words, you aren’t just refining freekicks and passing, you’re also able
to work on penalties, crossing and other things as well. In short, the
practice mode will help you to become a well-rounded FIFA player. Those
with a penchant for more difficult maneuvers will find the practice
mode infinitely useful when it comes to learning how to bend shots
around other players. It also bears repeating that entering practice
mode in loading screens or pre-game is a great way to stay focused and
prepare for a big match.
Persistence is the name of the game here
Quite a few critics have lambasted FIFA 14 for its overall
level of difficulty, claiming that it sucks the fun out of the game by
making something as simple as a drive down the field too thorny. One
could argue that the challenge of ball-handling in FIFA has always been
somewhat present, but it’s pretty clear that they’ve upped the ante in
14, it would seem. Simply put, you can’t expect to drive down the field
in a haphazard way and expect to get anywhere near the goal in most
instances. Just like in a real game, you need to learn to utilize your
entire team via passing and zoned defense to thwart the other team’s
efforts. Instead of becoming frustrated, just bide your time and wait
for the other team to make mistakes (holes in the defense) or tire.
Think of it this way – FIFA 14 isn’t really seeking to provide you with
a lighthearted arcade-like experience, it’s more about simulation and
developing skills which you can use over the course of your career.
Pay particular attention to your roster and trades
One of the coolest features of the FIFA series is the
ability to trade and buy players for your team. For those gamers who
might consider themselves to be hardcore football fans, nothing short of
taking a team through an entire season in career mode will suffice. In
fact, it is this type of interlocking match play which really seems to
draw a lot of fans into EA’s flagship soccer enterprise. You still need
to make sound decisions when it comes to bringing new players into your
fold, of course. For instance, maybe you can try to create some buzz
in the market by offering a great player at a near-discount price? This
sort of tactic tends to elicit a bevy of other offers which you can in
turn use to build up a better team. In any case, you should probably
focus on team-building through trading during the early to mid part of
the season so that you’re ready for anything by the end. Remember, it’s
not always about the players you have either, but how much money you’re
making off of exchanges (as money can always buy better players).
Negotiation should be a main focus.
Penalty shot technique
When it comes to penalty shots there don’t seem to be too
many options available, at least at first. Traditionally, you can
either slam the ball toward a corner (high / low) or try to punch it
down the center of the goal with the hopes of bending it, perhaps. In
any case, such shots are often tense and your success or failure might
actually lead to a win or loss. If you’re ready to try something
different, you can also try to do a dummy run. In other words, you want
to fool the blocker into thinking the ball is going one direction, only
to shift at the last moment, sending the ball into an unprotected
corner. To pull this off you simply hold down the shoot button when
starting your kick, only to hit it yet again as you near the ball. If
all goes well you’ll be able to completely thwart their defenses and
land an easy goal.
There you have it, four different areas of consideration
which (assuming you take the time to develop skills in them) will
greatly enhance your game. As previously mentioned, FIFA 14 isn’t your
run-of-the-mill sports arcade title; it’s a game that requires your
devotion and attention to master. If you’re the type of player that has
a real mind for the game (football / soccer) it will reward you with
many hours of enjoyment, but rest assured, you will need to hone your
skills to do so.
related to : FIFA 14 Tips and Tricks Guide
