The Ballon d’Or Loan cards event wraps up, and preparations are well underway for the post-FC 25 loan card market changes. Weekend gameplay saw a significant impact on market prices, with anticipation of further price increases as loan cards exit lineups. Hopefully, we’ll hear more about the upcoming leaks later this month.
Analyzing Market Prices and Crafting Content Updates
Recent crafting objectives and upgrades introduced haven’t fully lived up to expectations, especially for those seeking more effective menu grind content. However, hopes remain for improved offerings in future updates. In yesterday’s content, the free evolution was appreciated, although upgrades appeared too limited. For instance, only certain statistics like defense and physical stats for center-backs received boosts. The stat limit issue continues to impact this evolution series, as illustrated by Cristian Romero’s case, where the benefits felt minimal.
Evaluating Specific Evolutions in FC 25
The Tomori upgrade was a rare example where the evolution added significant physicality to his gameplay, enhancing his effectiveness on the field. Other lower-rated players, like BC, benefitted similarly by gaining valuable play styles like Block and Bruiser. While this evolution series allows for a small boost, it’s ideal for starting an EVO chain or enhancing a player without focusing on high meta stats. Tomori, Darmian, and others stand out due to the market’s response to evolving specific center-back cards.
SBC Analysis: Ballon d’Or and Market Impact
Ballon d’Or SBCs like Challenge 4 offered value by providing 50k packs, while the Ballon d’Or upgrade introduced a unique 81-rated squad requirement with only nine players. This marks a new strategy from EA, adding an extra layer of complexity in completing the SBC. With only nine players contributing to the overall squad rating, high-rated cards are essential. The limited capacity led to higher-rated players being essential in completing this challenge.
Centurion Crafting Upgrade
The 75-time-three Centurion Crafting Upgrade pack disappointed many players due to its limited value compared to past objectives. EA introduced 105 completions, but without a reliable way to grind gold commons, completing all objectives might seem unfeasible. Compared to last year, pack rewards were significantly less enticing, leading to community concerns about the viability of the upgrade path.
Market Trends Following FC 25 Loan Card Expiration
With the Ballon d’Or event loan cards now expiring, players expect substantial market changes. Replacing key players like Haaland and Mbappé drives demand for similar high-performance cards. Market graphs, particularly on Futbin, indicate rising values for cards that had been affordable before, like Rodman, Cole Palmer, and Graham Hansen, with a steady upward trajectory for premium cards like Mbappé. Other viable options to watch include Lautaro MartÃnez, promising a high return on low investments.
EA’s Future Content Expectations
For ongoing content, today may bring another upgrade pack, possibly an 82-time-two pack. League One Player of the Month, with D. Chiesa’s release, may also feature, creating another exciting addition for pace enthusiasts. Additional Team of the League player picks and potential upgrades could influence demand for 83-85 rated cards and informs. Fans hope for new player SBCs, especially icons like Verón, to boost engagement further.
