As a dedicated content creator for cars.edu.vn and a seasoned virtual football enthusiast, I was eagerly anticipating the arrival of EA FC 24, particularly excited to dive into the goalkeeper career mode. Like many, starting a new football game often begins with stepping between the virtual posts, ready to carve out a career as a top-flight goalkeeper. However, after investing in the latest iteration of the franchise, a sense of déjà vu and frustration quickly set in.
The initial hours spent in the EA FC 24 goalkeeper career mode revealed a stark reality: it feels strikingly similar, if not identical, to its predecessors. This isn’t just a minor resemblance; it’s a near carbon copy of goalkeeper career experiences from games released years ago. For players who have been hoping for meaningful advancements and fresh features in this specific career path, the experience unfortunately falls flat.
One of the most persistent and immersion-breaking issues remains the archaic match rating system. This mechanic, seemingly untouched for close to a decade of football game releases, continues to penalize goalkeepers for actions inherent to their position. The most glaring example is the inexplicable drop in rating for simply standing still during periods of gameplay. Is it not a fundamental aspect of goalkeeping to maintain position and observe the flow of the game, remaining stationary until decisive action is required? The game’s logic, however, interprets this positional awareness as inactivity, leading to unwarranted rating deductions. This flawed system can even lead to the absurd scenario of being substituted for supposedly poor performance, despite having made crucial saves and maintained a clean sheet, purely because the game misinterpreted necessary goalkeeper positioning as idleness.
Adding to the gameplay frustrations is the persistent issue with the goalkeeper camera angle. While the option for auto-positioning exists, many players, myself included, prefer a more realistic and immersive experience by manually positioning their goalkeeper based on instinct and game awareness, just as in a real match. This is where the camera angle becomes a significant hindrance. Instead of providing a clear, panoramic view from above and behind the goal – a perspective that would allow for optimal positioning and anticipation – the current camera setup tilts downwards as opposing attackers approach. This shift in perspective actively obscures the player’s view, making it more challenging to judge shot trajectories and execute timely saves. Ironically, there was a period, notably in FIFA 15, where the camera angle was arguably at its most effective for goalkeepers. The decision to deviate from that superior viewpoint remains perplexing and detrimental to the overall goalkeeper gameplay experience.
It’s difficult to shake the feeling that the goalkeeper career mode has been relegated to an afterthought by EA Sports. The gameplay mechanics and camera perspectives suggest a lack of dedicated focus on crafting an authentic and engaging experience specifically tailored for goalkeepers. It almost feels as though the developers have approached the goalkeeper position as simply another outfield player stationed between the goalposts, rather than a unique and vital role with distinct gameplay requirements. For dedicated fans of the goalkeeper career, the stagnation in EA FC 24 is a considerable disappointment, highlighting a clear area for significant improvement in future iterations of the game.
