Sprinting should no longer be so overpowering in FIFA 22
The subject of "sprint mechanics" should be an important catchphrase for many players. After all, in the past it was often said that
the fastest players brought a clear advantage. That has been looked at more closely for FIFA 22, says Rivera.
“There are a few changes we've made in FIFA 22. In general, we try to make sure that pace is not the most important factor in the game. We want to be more like real football. Speed is important, but not everything. "
Interview with Sam Rivera
Rivera refers to the European Championship game between England and Italy as an example. There, the Italian central defense held the English offensive in check, although the defenders Chiellini and Bonucci are not necessarily considered to be the fastest defensive players.
With the "Explosive Sprint", FIFA 22 brings a new sprint mechanic into play, which should give players an advantage in the first meters forward. Nevertheless, they want to find a balance with FIFA 22: “There are adjustments to how fast the players move. Fast-reacting, explosive, without being too fast. "Especially with Hypermotion, players should" have to relearn how pace works in FIFA 22. "