Overview
- Some reviewers say FC 27 changes defensive and offensive AI so manual defending and off‑the‑ball runs feel more rewarding, which they argue makes matches more skill based.
- Other critics contend those tweaks are limited or harmful and say the game's persistent score methods — notably pace and dribbling exploits and an overpowered low‑driven shot — remain unaddressed.
- EA added The Grounds, a City‑style social hub for 1v1–4v4 small‑sided matches, mini‑games and a virtual‑player progression loop designed as an alternative to Ultimate Team and Pro Clubs.
- Coverage highlights a split over monetisation: some reviews call progression largely grindable and cosmetic, while others condemn an expensive pre‑order 'Ultimate Plus' edition as aggressive pricing that rewards paying players.
- Reviewers also note meaningful Career Mode features and console performance improvements, but say broad community judgment will depend on real‑world player numbers, post‑launch balance patches and how live‑service rewards are managed.