The latest installment in EA Sports FC 26 is exactly what fans have been wanting for a long time. FC 26 is bringing many new features to the game. Devs have also paid attention to player feedback and brought back everything they have wanted. As a result, FC 26 Ultimate Team is getting special attention. The game will also reward players who build proper teams. So your squad will play a big role in how you play.
Therefore, in this guide on Ultimate Team in FC 26, we will break down everything new coming to the game. We will even discuss the FC 26 Gauntlets that will make challenges more rewarding. The game is even going back to introducing Cornerstones in FC 26. Players can even expect some major changes to the Team of the Week feature this time around.
Every Club Needs a Cornerstone
In FC 26 Cornerstones, special players are designed to be the foundation of your Football Ultimate Team squad. They are the key players you build your team around.
What makes a Cornerstone so special is its enhanced Chemistry link, which provides one additional Club link. This extra link is crucial for creating stronger connections between players and opens up more squad-building possibilities. You can earn these valuable players through Squad Building Challenges (SBCs), Objectives, the new Rush mode, and Evolutions.
Introducing the Ultimate Gauntlet
The Ultimate FC 26 Gauntlet is a new game mode that tests your squad depth. It’s not a knockout competition. Instead, you must use a completely different squad for every match in a series. This includes your entire starting eleven and bench. The more matches you win across the rounds, the better the rewards. FC 26 Gauntlets mode is all about strategic squad management as you decide how to spread out your best players to get the most wins. You can still complete the Gauntlet even if you lose, but winning more matches leads to better prizes.
The Return of Team of the Week
Team of the Week (TOTW) is a classic feature in FC 26 Ultimate Team. In FC 26, TOTW is back with some important updates. These changes aim to keep it fresh and exciting all year. The updates are based on feedback from the community. They are designed to reflect real-world football better.
New PlayStyles & Subattribute Adjustments
Some TOTW Items may now receive new PlayStyles. These new PlayStyles will directly reflect a player’s standout performance in a real-world match. For example, a player who made an amazing defensive play in a game might get a new defensive PlayStyle on their TOTW card. This makes the TOTW cards more unique and valuable. You will also see subattribute tweaks that reflect these performances.
Lateral Upgrades
This year, FC 26 is slowing down the “power curve.” This is a change that will affect all special player items, including TOTW. The goal is to make the game’s power progression more gradual. This means some upgrades may be “lateral.” This means a specific upgrade to an attribute, a role, or a PlayStyle may be unique to that specific version of the player item. It won’t necessarily carry forward into future special versions. This change is designed to make each special card more distinct and valuable in its own right.
Highlighting Cup Competitions
FC 26 will now spotlight the biggest club football stories. This includes major domestic and continental cup competitions. You will see some TOTW items that are dedicated to these moments. These items will be called Cup TOTW (CTOTW). You can identify them by a special trophy icon on the card. This adds more variety to the TOTW releases. It also celebrates great moments from different competitions. Note that these Cup TOTWs do not include items from UEFA competitions.
Featured TOTWs
The popular Featured TOTW Items are back in FC 26. These items will have an even larger stats boost compared to standard TOTW cards. This makes them highly sought-after. You can spot these special items by the star symbol on their cards. This feature continues to highlight the most impressive real-world performances each week. It gives players a chance to get a truly elite card for their squad.
In conclusion, EA Sports FC 26 is bringing new and exciting changes to Football Ultimate Team. The introduction of Cornerstones in FC 26 gives you a new way to build your team. The Ultimate Gauntlet in FC 26 provides a fresh and challenging new mode to test your squad depth. And the updates to Team of the Week ensure that the game stays dynamic and connected to the real world of football. These new features are all about strategic thinking and smart team management. They promise to make FC 26 a truly rewarding experience for all players. So, get ready to build your squad and take on the world!