For FIFA and Madden, the games will use "real life athlete data" to make player models look more realistic based on their real-world attributes. Additionally, weather elements are expected to be better this year FIFA 23 coins, with elements like rain and snow called out as being specifically improved. Additionally, the weather conditions will affect "cloth definition."

This image of Tom Brady in the rain looks particularly impressive. Finally, EA has added new contextual player, bench, and fan reactions that the company says will combine to create a more authentic representation of each sport. FIFA 23 will also have new pre-game cinematics to heighten your immersion, EA said.

EA also again reiterated the free upgrade path for Madden 21, allowing those who buy the game on PS4 or Xbox One to access the PS5 or Xbox Series X version without paying a dime. The same will also be true for FIFA 23--you'll just need to buy the game before next year's edition in the series to qualify. (However, take note that you could run into issues if you buy a physical copy and then upgrade to the PS5 digital edition.)

But the company also again called attention to the fact that the next-gen versions of Madden 21 and FIFA 23 are different games, not simple ports running at higher resolutions. There are no specifics regarding what to expect specifically from those versions, but you can expect them to include new features of some sort that are not available in current-gen versions.


PES 2022 is out and it went down a storm with critics, who have praised the game's animation, physics, and improvements to goalkeepers. It feels better than ever, they say. Job done then, well done everybody buy FUT 23 coins, let's go home and win the Champions League on Master League.