By: Jafar Abdi

Football fever has returned, and ‘FIFA 23’ from EA Sports is the latest game in the  FIFA series. Fans look forward to revised lineups, improved gameplay, and new features every year. So does ‘FIFA 23’ live up to the hype? Let’s get started with this in-depth review.

Graphics (9/10): ‘FIFA 23’s’ stunning visuals continue to improve year after year. With lifelike facial expressions and meticulously crafted kits, player models nowadays are a showcase of detailed details. Even grass and mud stains are created with the finest of care. The stadiums are amazing to see because of the changing weather and receptive crowd. Although the improvement in graphics isn’t revolutionary compared to the previous version, the gradual improvements make the game visually captivating.

Gameplay (8/10): Cleaner and sharper animations are the outcome of improved ball physics. Players move more fluidly, which improves the sense of dribbling and ball control. However, there are times when the players can glitch out, which definitely earns a minus from me. It does become more complex though, with the addition of First Touch Control; making perfecting ball reception techniques essential.

Ultimate Team (7.5/10): The pinnacle fantasy squad-building mode continues to be a fan favorite. “FUT Heroes,” a new feature in ‘FIFA 23’ , adds illustrious players from the past to the mix. The squad-building tasks are still addicting, leveling up your team as you progress. But microtransactions and RNG mechanics continue to cast a long shadow, worrying some players about pay-to-win aspects.

‘FIFA 23’ enters the field with improved visuals, refined gameplay mechanics, and significant upgrades to all of its game modes. Although some problems, such as hackers and game bugs still exist, the experience is rewarding and compelling. Whether you’re a die-hard soccer fan or just a casual player looking for some virtual soccer action, ‘FIFA 23’ is a significant addition to the brand that is sure to keep you occupied for days on end.

Overall, I would give ‘FIFA 23’ 8.5/10. You can play ‘FIFA 23’ on: PC, PS4/PS5, XBox.