What’s New in FC 26? EA Manager Explains w/Japes #W0

13/09/2025 1h 4min
What’s New in FC 26? EA Manager Explains w/Japes #W0

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Episode Synopsis

JAPES IS BACK! And he's been busy as Product Manager for Ultimate Team at EA! He joins Ben and Josh to chat all things content in Ultimate Team for FC 26. From power curve to promos, we get the inside info on all things new for next year.

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00:00 Reunion and Excitement for FC26 Launch




02:59 Japes' Role at EA and Community Engagement




05:57 New Features: Gauntlets and Tournaments




09:02 World Tour and Squad Building Flexibility




11:55 Power Curve Changes and Community Feedback




14:10 Chemistry Styles and Their Impact




17:01 Evolutions: Intentional Player Development




20:14 Silver Superstars and World Tour




23:13 Cornerstones Campaign and Early Game Strategy




26:21 Champs and Rivals: New Competitive Dynamics




34:00 Rivals Reimagined: New Features and Changes




37:46 Champs: Understanding the New Structure




40:50 Draft Rewards: A Fresh Approach




43:46 Addressing Draw Quits: A Community Concern




46:57 Tournaments and Gauntlets: Enhancing Competitive Play




52:49 Looking Ahead: Heroes and Future Content







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