In the final moments of FC 24, packs are opened daily in hopes of packing some of the best cards of the year. Players that have been dream targets for the last 11 months, such as Ronaldo, Pelé, Messi, Mbappé, and even icons like Ronaldinho and Zidane, are sought after. However, EA is still withholding one key feature, and it’s a matter of when—not if—it will be released.
Tuesday’s content included the release of the footy guaranteed player pick, a significant highlight. Another transfer player SBC was released, with transfers being the dominant theme this week. The Mariona SBC is not a meta card but offers finesse, a rapid first touch, and technical skills. It is also easy to complete with just one squad costing 56,000 coins.
Player Transfers and FC 24 Promo SBC Additions
Several base cards with new clubs from summer transfers were added yesterday, including players like Calafori at Arsenal and Fullkrug at West Ham. EA added many players, providing more potential cards that could be coming as transfer SBCs soon. This adds anticipation for more SBCs featuring these transferred players.
The 96+ Player Pick
The big player pick released yesterday was the 96+ pick. Expectations were for a 95 or 96 rating, but the 96+ was a pleasant surprise. It was also more affordable than expected, requiring an 89 and a 90-rated squad. The only downside is that it can only be completed twice, refreshing every couple of days. This 96+ pick is the best player pick of the year, with a chance to pack footies cards, including icons like Beckham and Blanc.
95+ Picks and Pack Updates
The 95+ picks seemed better after the refresh, offering a higher chance of packing 98-rated cards like Musiala and De Bruyne. These packs are refreshed daily, providing excitement with each new pull. Yesterday, a 98-rated Mbappé was packed, adding to the thrill of the daily grind.
The endgame grind, with unlimited packs and 95+ rated cards, remains addictive. Players that were once unattainable are now within reach. The current FC 24 gameplay is repetitive, but the big player picks and SBCs add spice to the experience. EA is still holding back one major release: the R9 SBC.
The R9 SBC
R9 is the ultimate icon chase, and this SBC is overdue. The card is notoriously difficult to pack, making it a prime candidate for an SBC release. Comparisons with the Yo SBC, which had 23 squads, suggest that the R9 SBC could have 27 to 30 squads. The question is when EA will drop this highly anticipated SBC—possibly tomorrow, as big content typically releases on Fridays, Saturdays, or Sundays.
Besides R9, there are still hopes for other 99-rated transfer SBCs, including a 99-rated Mbappé. However, R9 would likely be released first. EA has hinted at dropping “Great of the Game” cards as SBCs, making it a matter of when, not if, R9 will be released.
FC 25 Updates and Future Promo Content
As FC 24 winds down, attention is shifting towards FC 25. Recent leaks reveal new card designs, including for Player of the Month cards in Serie A and Ligue 1. The first official season pass in FC 25 will be called “Total Rush,” encompassing all game modes. More updates and pitch notes from EA are expected soon as we approach the release of FC 25.
