The new FC 26 v1.1.0 update is here! This patch brings major improvements based on player feedback. Player reception has not been great for FC 26, which is why this update is going to be very important for the game. EA, in their official patch notes, is talking about some major updates rolling out. You can expect some improvements to the base gameplay and some other changes to the EA Sports FC 26 Ultimate Team. (credits: EA)
Moreover, the devs are also promising faster FC 26 manual defending. Therefore, we will tell you all about the FC 26 v1.1.0 update. So you can prepare for all the changes coming to the game.
Empowering Manual Defending
The most significant gameplay change in FC 26 v1.1.0 is the boost to defending. This update aims to find a better balance between defense and offense. Developers listened to feedback that skilled dribblers were too hard to stop.
The key defensive changes are:
- Sprint Jockey Speed: Slightly increased for user-controlled players.
- Jockey Responsiveness: Moderately increased for both regular and Sprint Jockey.
These changes give players a more effective option for FC 26 manual defending against strong attackers. The team will continue to monitor feedback on the new mechanics adjustment.
Kick-Off Defense and Gameplay Consistency
Players were incredibly upset about the recent issue of being able to score goals directly from kick-off. This is why EA has also mentioned in their patch notes about updating this issue. Devs have worked on the game’s AI to overcome this kick-off scoring tactic.
As a result, the AI will now mark much more aggressively on the defensive side. This will reduce the chances of scoring from the kick-off line. So fans can expect another issue to be addressed in the update.
The patch also includes other notable gameplay refinements. Through Passes are now more consistent, less assisted, and better respect the player’s aiming input. Additionally, Controlled Sprint Dribbling speed has been lowered. Goalkeeper performance during corner kicks has also been improved in specific situations.
New Quality-of-Life Features in Ultimate Team
Football Ultimate Team receives several highly requested quality-of-life improvements following this update. These changes are intended to make squad management easier and more informed.
New Objective Tracking
A much-requested feature is the new Objective Tracking functionality. You can now “favorite” Objectives and Objective Groups.
- In-Game Tracking: Favorited objectives, including FC 26 Evolutions and Rivals Bounties, will show up in the pause menu during a match.
- Dedicated Tab: A separate UI tab in the FUT menus will display your favorited objectives.
- Notifications: Gameplay notifications for completed objectives can be turned on or off via Game Settings.
Evolution and SBC Updates
The process of choosing and managing your Evolution Consumables is now simpler. You can now preview an EVO’s challenge requirements and player eligibility before owning the consumable. This makes the decision-making process more informed. It also gives developers more freedom to offer a wider variety of Evolution rewards.
In addition, two new SBC sorting filters have been added to simplify menu navigation. These filters are “Sort By Newest” and “Sort By Expiry”.
Ultimate Team Balance Adjustments for Season 2
The latest patch notes are also bringing the switch to Season 2 of EA Sports FC 26 Ultimate Team. Player feedback is front and center of the latest season. You can now expect a much more balanced gameplay from FUT.
Division Rivals and Evolutions
FC 26 Division Rivals rewards are increasing in Season 2. This change emphasizes tradeable content and FUT Coin rewards. This ensures that your effort in Rivals feels more meaningful each week.
For FC 26 Evolutions, the focus is shifting. Initially, there were too many small, repeatable Attribute boosts. Now, the focus will be on EVOs that offer bigger, more comprehensive upgrades. This helps players upgrade their favorite lower-rated items faster.
Live Events and Checkpoints
Players also complained that the rewards from Live Events and Tournaments were too difficult to get. So the devs are updating the rewards system in Season 2. This time around, more importance will be given to player experience. Playing the game will be more important than winning.
Moreover, after a long delay, the fixed checkpoint at the start of Division 6 is also being removed. So the player can now be relegated to Division 7. It’s intended to make progression feel smoother and better align with a player’s actual skill level.
What’s Next?
The first major update to the game, the FC 26 v1.1.0 update, is all about player feedback. The devs are making sure that the player feedback is addressed first. So you can expect improvements to the FC 26 manual defending and other gameplay features. Players will also be able to get their hands balanced FUT objectives and can earn better rewards.