A video deep dive into FIFA 23 shows off the upcoming soccer simulator's improved passing mechanics, new Power Shots and more. The next installment in the long-running EA Sports franchise is set to make significant changes that will dramatically shift the soccer series. FIFA 23 includes Men's and Women's World Cups, for example, which will let players fight through tournaments using both male or female soccer icons.
FIFA 23 will serve as a worthy follow-up to FIFA 22 by improving animation technology and introducing new soccer mechanics. The game will utilize HyperMotion2, a groundbreaking new motion capture system that transfers over 6,000 unique animations from the real soccer field into the game. The system is able to capture twice as much footage as the original HyperMotion, making FIFA 23 much more realistic and immersive. The title will also introduce Technical Dribbling, which improves the look and feel of controlling the ball, alongside improved passing and the new Power Shots mechanic. FIFA 23 cover athlete Sam Kerr also demonstrates the upcoming title;s commitment to representing the Women's Soccer community.
A FIFA 23 gameplay deep dive has been posted to YouTube by EA SPORTS FIFA, and further detailed in an EA blog post. The video gives fans an in-depth look at Power Shots, a high-risk, high-reward FIFA 23 mechanic that lets players deliver a powerful kick that requires additional precision. More pass types will also let players tailor the game's difficulty by adjusting aim assist. The deep dive also highlights HyperMotion2, which creates extremely realistic soccer animations, and Women's Club Football tournaments. The HyperMotion 2 system also allows for technical dribbling, realistic acceleration and signature run styles for top players.
FIFA 23 Will Put A New Spin On Soccer Simulation
The new FIFA 23 gameplay systems detailed in the deep dive video promise to make the upcoming title a truly robust soccer simulation. Alongside HyperMotion2, Power Shots and passing changes the game will also make significant adjustments to goalkeepers and defense mechanics. In FIFA 23 goalkeepers will react more slowly if their line of sight with the ball is blocked, allowing for more realistic performance. Defensive maneuvers have also been enhanced with new artificial intelligence that lets teammates guard more effectively. FIFA 23 will also let gamers change their player switching preferences, giving them more control of the field.
With a host of new features and improved systems, FIFA 23 is shaping up to be an exciting new installment in the beloved soccer franchise. EA's recent deep dive into the game shed new light on mechanics like Power Shots, passing and HyperMotion2 animations. FIFA 23 is set to launch on September 30, so players will soon get an opportunity to try out these moves and tactics for themselves.
FIFA 23 will release on September 30 for Xbox One, Xbox Series X/S, PlayStation 4, PlayStation 5, Nintendo Switch, PC and Google Stadia.
Sources: EA SPORTS FIFA/YouTube, EA