This review is purely based on the PS5 (and Xbox Series consoles) so it could be a very different experience on older consoles and PC. That’s not the case here though, with FIFA 22 finally pushing forward the actual virtual game of football into a far more interesting place. In recent years it has felt like gameplay was less of a focus, with superficial improvements to game modes and the constant eagerness to keep on pushing FUT (FIFA Ultimate Team) taking precedent. This is how PES thrived for so many years even though it lacked the modes, licenses and general finesse of FIFA.

Gameplay is, of course, king when it comes to a football game.

Much improved gameplay on PS5, Xbox Series consoles.

Areas like Career Mode still feel limited, Ultimate Team continues with its loot box-heavy approach and there’s a lack of polish I don’t usually expect from a FIFA game. Yet, I can’t help but feel a little disappointed.

FIFA 22 offers the best game of football from EA Sports in a long time, with new PS5 and Xbox Series S| X exclusive motion capture improving the overall experience no end. This year, more than most, is a sizeable step forward in terms of gameplay for the series.

Platforms PS5 (reviewed), PS4, Stadia, PC, Xbox One, Xbox Series S|X, Nintendo Switch (Legacy Edition)įIFA 22 is the latest entry in the long-running football sim and it’s the first to really feel like it’s designed with the new-gen of consoles in mind.

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