FIFA 23: What is new AcceleRATE feature, and how does it work?
FIFA 23 has been released for audiences worldwide, and the iconic football simulation series' latest installment is probably the most realistic experience to date. With Hypermotion 2.0, gameplay mechanics and animations have been refined to facilitate immersion through the inclusion of lifelike players and their abilities.
AcceleRATE, which is a part of Hypermotion 2.0, is an all-new feature in FIFA 23's engine. It has generated a lot of hype in the community, especially due to EA Sports' latest Pitch Notes that provided a lot of details about this new addition. The feature is exclusive to the New-Gen version of FIFA 23 and has revolutionized the way the meta works in the game.
Experienced FIFA veterans know that stats are not the only factor that affects the effectiveness of a player. Many variables determine how well individuals perform on the virtual pitch, and for a long time, these factors have remained constant across various iterations in the series. However, with the AcceleRATE feature in FIFA 23, this system has been completely overhauled.
AcceleRATE is a classification system in FIFA 23 that separates players into three categories based on their body type and movement patterns. These are the categories and stipulations included in the new system:
These are players who are rapid over a short distance and can use these bursts of speed to leave defenders behind. They are extremely agile and nimble on the ball but lack in the physicality department. A player needs to meet the following criteria to qualify as an explosive player:
These players are not as rapid as explosive players with regard to short bursts of speed but can catch up to anyone across longer distances. What they lack in raw pace, they make up for with
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