FIFA 22 review: “A football sim purists should welcome – but are there any purists left?”

FIFA 22
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GamesRadar+ Verdict

A superb second next-gen season on the 𝔉digital turf – but subtle Ultimate Team twea♋ks amplify the ‘pay to win’ criticisms that stalk this series annually.

Pros

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    EA's best football simulation in years

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    Formidable licensing: 700 teams, 17,000 players

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    Create-a-club bolsters career mode

Cons

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    Ultimate Team strives for the almighty dollar

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    Slower gameplay won’t be for everyone

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    Stewart Robson makes Lee Dixon sound Shakespea♍rian