EA Sports FC 25 is the latest installment in the popular football game series. If you're considering purchasing this game then you may be in a conundrum as to which version to choose - Standard or Ultimate. Each has its own unique features and benefits, which can affect your budget and subsequent Ultimate Team 25 experience.

That's why we've decided to take a closer look at both versions of EA FC 25. Compare the content, pricing and availability of the aforementioned editions. We also discuss the system in terms of FC Points and microtransactions, which play a non-trivial role in the Ultimate Team mode. With this, we hope to help you make an informed decision on which version best suits your needs as a player.

OVERVIEW OF THE EA FC 25 EDITIONS

The Standard Edition of EA FC 25 offers up to 8 perks to give you a solid start in Ultimate Team 25. Among other things, you'll receive player cards on loan, which will certainly come in handy right from the start. With the Standard edition, you'll be able to start EA FC as early as 27 September 2024.

The Ultimate edition, on the other hand, will offer you twice as many benefits, including as many as 4600 FC Points 25. FC Points are important because with them you'll be able to buy lots of packs or buy your way into the Ultimate Team Draft, where you'll be able to receive even more packs and rewards. To give you a better idea of the differences between the two editions, we have prepared a full comparison below:

Content	Standard Edition	Ultimate Edition
EA Sports FC 25 game	yes	yes
Football Ultimate Team Player Loan Item	yes	yes
Ambassador Loan Item	yes	yes
Clubs PlayStyles Slot	yes	yes
250 000 Clubs Coins	yes	yes
Player Career Personality Points	yes	yes
3 ICONs in Player Career	yes	yes
5-star Coach in Manager Career	yes	yes
5-star Youth Scout in Manager Career	yes	yes
Untradeable Ultimate Team Hero Player Item for EA Sports FC 25	no	yes
Untradeable Football Ultimate Team Player Item for EA Sports FC 24 (sold separately, not on Nintendo Switch)	no	yes
Up to 7 Days Early Access	no	yes
4600 FC Points (3850 FC Points on Nintendo Switch)	no	yes
Player Evolution Slot	no	yes
Early Access Rush Rewards	no	yes

With that said, it is worth noting that both editions offer a 'two versions in one' feature. This means that you can upgrade the game from the PlayStation 4 version to the PlayStation 5 or from the Xbox One to the Xbox Series X|S at no extra charge. This gives you access to the game on both generations of consoles.

Please note that progress in Ultimate Team, including player cards, FC Coins, FC Points and match balance, will be shared between consoles of the same family (PlayStation or Xbox). However, progress in other modes, such as Career mode and Virtual Clubs, will be assigned to a specific device and cannot be transferred between console generations.

PRICE AND AVAILABILITY OF EDITIONS

The EA FC 25 Standard Edition is available at different prices depending on the platform and where it is purchased. On PlayStation and Xbox consoles, EA's suggested price for the digital version is £369.90. If you decide to buy the PC version, you can expect a slightly lower price - around £319.

The EA FC 25 Ultimate Edition, on the other hand, is more expensive than the Standard Edition, but obviously offers more benefits. The Ultimate edition is priced at £509.90 on PlayStation and Xbox consoles and £439.90 on PC. 

In either case, it is worth noting that if you have an EA Play membership, you can take advantage of a 10% discount on the purchase of the game. This means that you can make additional savings on your purchase.

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COST-EFFECTIVENESS ANALYSIS

Now that we've established where you can get both editions cheapest, we'll now help you decide which one is more cost-effective.

For starters, consider the additional benefits offered by the Ultimate Edition:

• 4600 FC Points - This is a significant amount of virtual currency that has great value in the game, especially in Ultimate Team mode.
• Early access - The opportunity to play up to 7 days before the official release.
• Additional rewards - Unspeakable hero card in Ultimate Team, space to evolve, early access "Rush" rewards.

If you plan to play Ultimate Team mode extensively and are keen to get off to a fast start, the Ultimate Edition may be more cost-effective. The price difference between the editions is less than the value of the extras on offer, especially FC Points.

However, if you are an occasional player or don't care about the extras in Ultimate Team, the Standard Edition may be sufficient. It includes all the basic benefits for Ultimate Team, plus a few for the separate Career mode and Virtual Clubs.

OTHER ASPECTS REGARDING EDITIONS

• Pre-order - Pre-order the Ultimate Edition by 20 August to receive limited-time rewards. Receive a non-replaceable hero card or Icon in FC 24 Ultimate Team with the Big Names Campaign and a non-replaceable hero card in FC 25 Ultimate Team with the enhanced 'Prime' version coming in November.
• Restrictions in other countries - It is worth noting that in some countries, such as Belgium, the purchase of FC Points is not possible due to local regulations on microtransactions in games. Keep in mind that regardless of the edition you choose, you can buy FC Points later. However, by choosing the Ultimate Edition, you get them straight away, which can give you an advantage at the start of Ultimate Team play.
• PC hardware requirements - To ensure that you get the maximum gaming experience on PC (happily this is not an issue on consoles) regardless of the edition you choose, it is also worth meeting the recommended or at worst minimum hardware requirements.

Function	Minimal	Reccomended
Operating System	Windows 10/11	Windows 10/11
Processor (AMD/Intel)	AMD Ryzen 5 1600/Intel Core i5 6600k	AMD Ryzen 7 2700X/Intel Core i7 6700
RAM Memory	8GB	12GB
Graphics Card (AMD/Nvidia)	RX 570/GTX 1050 Ti	RX 5600 XT/GTX 1660
Direct X	12	12
Online Connection Speed	512kbps	512kbps
Free Space on Drive	100 GB	100 GB

 

SUMMARY OF EDITION COMPARISON

In summary, choosing between the Standard and Ultimate Editions of EA FC 25 has a significant impact on your future gaming experience and your budget. The Ultimate Edition offers more benefits, especially for fans of Ultimate Team mode, with extra FC Points and earlier access. However, the Standard Edition also provides a solid experience and may be sufficient for occasional players or those who focus mainly on other modes such as Career mode.

In the end, the decision depends on individual preferences and playing style. When doing so, it is worth considering not only the price, but also the additional content offered by each edition. Regardless of your choice, both versions guarantee access to the latest instalment of the popular football series, with the option to upgrade to newer consoles at no extra charge. Meanwhile, our in-store selection should leave you in no doubt as to where to get EA FC 25 cheapest ;)