FIFA 23

The last dance of FIFA is a terrific football waltz. HyperMotion 2 is mainly a winner, as is Ted Lasso and women's additions.

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optimization, stability

60% User Score Based on 43,036 reviews

Critic Score 75%Based on 30 reviews

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FIFA 23 is a single player and multiplayer sport game. It was developed by EA Romania and was released on September 30, 2022. It received mostly positive reviews from critics and neutral reviews from players.

FIFA 23 is a sport game that offers various play options, including 2-player, multi-player, co-op, and single-player modes. The game boasts splendid visuals and humor but is plagued by bugs, grinding, and poor optimization. FIFA 23 Ultimate Edition comes with Xbox One & Xbox Series X|S games and 4600 FIFA Points, promising a boosted start to your indicated season. However, it also features poorly optimized gameplay and annoying ads.

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Audience ScoreBased on 43,036 reviews

gameplay397 positive mentions

optimization473 negative mentions

FIFA 23 features stunning graphics and lifelike player models, enhancing the overall immersive experience.
The introduction of hypermotion2 technology improves gameplay fluidity and player responsiveness, making matches feel more realistic.
The game offers a variety of modes, including a new story-driven narrative mode, which adds depth and replayability.

The game suffers from numerous technical issues, including bugs, crashes, and poor optimization, particularly on PC, leading to a frustrating experience.
Monetization practices, especially in Ultimate Team, are criticized as predatory, creating a pay-to-win environment that detracts from fair competition.
Gameplay mechanics are inconsistent, with certain features feeling clunky or broken, which undermines the overall enjoyment of the game.

gameplay
1,573 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The gameplay in FIFA 23 has received mixed reviews, with many players noting inconsistencies and technical issues that detract from the overall experience. While some appreciate the introduction of new mechanics and improved graphics, others criticize the sluggishness, clunky controls, and frequent bugs that hinder gameplay fluidity. Overall, while there are moments of enjoyable gameplay, the persistent issues and lack of significant innovation compared to previous titles leave many players feeling disappointed.
- “Fifa 23 delivers an exciting and polished football experience, with updated rosters, realistic player animations, and refined gameplay mechanics.”
- “Fifa 23 builds on the refined gameplay of fifa 22 with the introduction of hypermotion2 technology (on next-gen platforms), offering more fluid animations, improved ball physics, and better player responsiveness.”
- “The gameplay mechanics in fifa 23 are refined and realistic, capturing the essence of football with its fluid movements, improved player AI, and enhanced ball physics.”
- “Gameplay is inconsistent.”
- “Certain mechanics, like set pieces and goalkeeping, feel clunky or outright broken at times.”
- “The gameplay in FIFA 23 is plagued with inconsistencies.”
graphics
818 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The graphics in FIFA 23 have received mixed reviews, with many praising the stunning visual fidelity, detailed player models, and realistic stadium atmospheres, particularly on next-gen consoles. However, numerous players have reported significant optimization issues on PC, leading to lag, frame drops, and graphical glitches, which detract from the overall experience. While some improvements over previous iterations are noted, many feel that the game does not represent a substantial leap forward in graphics quality.
- “Fifa 23 delivers another solid entry in the series with improved gameplay mechanics and polished graphics.”
- “The graphics are absolutely stunning, and every gamemode is super fun.”
- “The graphics have improved a lot and the gameplay is more realistic (it's like real life football) plus that in this game we will get FIFA World Cup mode so you will have a lot of things to do and you will have fun.”
- “The graphics are so abysmal that it's difficult to tell which pixelated blob is supposed to represent your favorite footballer.”
- “The graphics, while generally polished, don't showcase a significant leap forward from previous iterations.”
- “The game runs like complete garbage on PC, maxing out graphics cards and the anti-cheat they added this year is by far the worst anti-cheat I've ever seen in my entire life.”
optimization
771 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The optimization of FIFA 23 on PC has been widely criticized, with users reporting severe performance issues such as stuttering, lag, and low frame rates, even on high-end systems. Many players have experienced crashes, unresponsive menus, and the need for extensive troubleshooting to achieve playable performance, leading to a consensus that the game is poorly optimized and frustrating to play. Overall, the game's technical shortcomings have overshadowed its gameplay, making it difficult for players to enjoy the experience.
- “The game is not at all optimized... needs more optimization and stabilization.”
- “The gameplay seems solid, the performance during the gameplay itself is actually alright, but everything else is immersion breaking and frustrating.”
- “I appreciate FIFA but this game could be much better and they didn't release any update to fix graphic optimization and some game mechanics.”
- “Fifa 23 is poorly optimized on PC.”
- “It's disheartening to see a franchise with such a storied history suffer from a lack of optimization, making the game virtually unplayable on the PC platform.”
- “The myriad of problems, including performance issues, crashes, and bugs, seriously hinder the overall experience.”
stability
759 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The stability of FIFA 23 has been widely criticized, with users reporting numerous bugs, glitches, and crashes that significantly hinder gameplay. Many players experience frequent freezes, especially during online matches, and issues with the anti-cheat system that prevent the game from launching altogether. Overall, the game is described as a "buggy mess," leading to frustration and disappointment among players who feel that it is not worth the price given its technical shortcomings.
- “Good game, no problems with the anti-cheat like some others have had. I have an MSI B550, 3070, 3700X, and 1TB NVMe, and all drivers are up to date. Runs great on max settings.”
- “Runs great on Ryzen 5 5500 and Intel Arc A770 16GB with ReBAR enabled.”
- “The game runs great on my i5 10400F and RTX 2060 12GB with all ultra settings unlocked and high FPS.”
- “FIFA 23 is riddled with technical issues, from frequent crashes to inexplicable glitches.”
- “The game is full of bugs, glitches, and poor gameplay mechanics that make it frustrating and boring to play.”
- “This game is horrifically broken and buggy.”
story
115 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The story aspect of the game has received mixed reviews, with many players expressing disappointment over the lack of a compelling narrative, particularly in career mode and the absence of a dedicated story mode like the previous Alex Hunter saga. While some improvements have been noted in dynamic storylines and player interactions, the overall sentiment leans towards a desire for a more engaging and structured storytelling experience, as many feel the current offerings are repetitive and uninspired.
- “The addition of dynamic storylines and player interactions adds a layer of authenticity, making every decision feel more meaningful.”
- “The introduction of a new story-driven narrative mode called 'Path to Glory' adds a refreshing twist. It allows players to create and shape the career of a rising star, with impactful decisions and engaging storylines.”
- “Love playing this game, the story mode and Volta are amazing aspects of the game and you can lose track of time playing them.”
- “Many players have complained about the weak storyline in career mode.”
- “Alex Hunter is becoming boring, and the storytelling of street football in Volta is too clichéd.”
- “FIFA 19 was the best... I mean this game is better in terms of gameplay and all... but there is no story mode in this like you had in FIFA 19. You have only career mode... after playing 20 hours the game is boring... nothing much to do in it.”
music
106 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The music in the game has received mixed reviews, with many praising the nostalgic inclusion of classic FIFA tracks and a diverse, energetic soundtrack that enhances the gameplay experience. However, some players criticize the reliance on recycled songs from previous titles and express disappointment with the overall quality of the new music selections. While the soundtrack is often highlighted as a standout feature, issues with audio settings and gameplay integration have also been noted.
- “The soundtrack is also excellent, featuring a diverse, global mix that feels fitting for the final game in the FIFA era.”
- “Furthermore, the game's soundtrack deserves special mention, as it captures the energy and passion of football with a diverse selection of tracks that perfectly complement the gameplay.”
- “Paired with innovative gameplay and an iconic and memorable soundtrack, this game stands as one of the greatest games of this generation.”
- “The music choice is very poor as all they did was select a few good songs from previous games and throw them in with new rubbish.”
- “Worst soundtrack of any FIFA ever.”
- “Honestly this game is terrible, recycled soundtrack from older FIFA titles, EA anti-cheat being extremely annoying, my in-game settings resetting every time I launch the game, awful optimization for PC, AI behavior being downright janky, and the list goes on and on.”
monetization
101 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The monetization in FIFA 23, particularly through the Ultimate Team mode, is widely criticized as predatory and heavily reliant on microtransactions, creating a pay-to-win environment that detracts from gameplay enjoyment and balance. Many players feel that the game is designed primarily as a cash grab, with excessive in-game purchases and a lack of innovation, leading to frustration and disappointment among the community. Overall, the focus on monetization over fair competition and player experience has left a negative impression on users.
- “The ultimate team mode continues to be plagued by microtransactions, creating a pay-to-win environment that can be frustrating for players who prefer a more balanced experience.”
- “While you can technically play the game without spending any money on microtransactions, the game is clearly designed to encourage you to spend as much as possible.”
- “This game is more of a game that is based on the accumulation of resources and microtransactions and has very little to do with actual soccer.”
- “The game is so heavily designed around in-game purchases that it's virtually impossible to progress or enjoy the experience without shelling out an exorbitant amount of money.”
- “In conclusion, FIFA Ultimate Team is a cesspool of predatory monetization, rigged gameplay, and a black hole that devours your time, money, and sanity.”
- “This focus on monetization over gameplay balance detracts from the overall enjoyment and fairness of the game.”
humor
91 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The humor in the game is a mixed bag, with many players finding it amusing due to the numerous glitches and bugs that lead to hilarious in-game moments. However, some reviews express frustration over the game's scripting and performance issues, suggesting that while the game can be funny, it often crosses into the realm of being a poorly executed joke. Overall, players enjoy the comedic aspects when playing with friends, but the underlying problems detract from the overall experience.
- “This game is very chill and fun; sometimes even funny and relaxing if I get a straight red for winning the ball, it's a different story.”
- “There's a lot of bugs, but if you're playing career mode, they're just funny.”
- “It's so bad it's funny.”
- “A complete and utter not funny at all joke.”
- “Or some kind of not funny joke!”
- “Not funny, because you have to spend money to be equal with other opponents.”
grinding
63 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The grinding aspect of the game is heavily criticized, with many players expressing that it requires an excessive time investment, often likening it to needing "a second life" to achieve top-tier squads without spending real money. Users report frustration with tedious gameplay mechanics, poor optimization, and a lack of rewarding outcomes from their efforts, leading to a sense of futility in grinding for packs and players. Overall, the experience is described as overly grindy and frustrating, detracting from the enjoyment of the game.
- “You'll need a second life for grinding.”
- “A bit grindy sometimes.”
- “You'll need a second life for grinding.”
- “If you don’t invest real money, you’ll be grinding for top-tier squads longer than you'd like.”
- “I have spent countless nights grinding and trying to pull these packs, but I have gotten none of them after playing for so long.”
- “You'll spend more time grinding for garbage players than playing the 'football' part, just because there is a zero chance of winning something by simply playing; the odds are against you.”
emotional
29 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The emotional responses to the game are overwhelmingly negative, with many players expressing feelings of frustration, despair, and even self-hatred due to their experiences. While some mention moments that could evoke emotion, the general consensus is that the game inflicts emotional distress rather than connection, leading to a strong aversion to engaging with it further. Overall, players report significant emotional turmoil, often feeling scammed or traumatized by their interactions with the game.
- “Made me cry.”
- “FIFA makes me want to cry.”
- “It destroys any hope of enjoyable multiplayer experiences and inflicts emotional torment on those who dare to engage with it.”
atmosphere
22 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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FIFA 23 excels in creating a vibrant and immersive atmosphere, featuring lifelike player models, meticulously recreated stadiums, and dynamic crowd reactions that replicate the excitement of real-life matches. However, some players feel that the audio elements, such as voiceovers and commentary, can detract from the overall experience, leading to a less engaging atmosphere during gameplay. Overall, the game's stunning visuals and attention to detail significantly enhance the soccer experience, though some aspects may leave players wanting more.
- “Player models are incredibly lifelike, stadiums are meticulously recreated, and weather effects and lighting add to the atmosphere of each match.”
- “FIFA 23 replicates the electric atmosphere of real-life stadiums with dynamic crowd reactions, stadium-specific chants, and realistic match-day visuals.”
- “With its realistic gameplay, stunning graphics, and atmospheric sounds, it immerses players into the world of soccer and elevates the excitement of the sport to the highest level.”
- “Recycled lines and stale energy; you’ll probably mute it and let Spotify or podcasts carry the atmosphere.”
- “The lackluster performance on the field seemed to dampen any potential excitement, resulting in a flat and uninspiring atmosphere.”
- “From the lack of quality play, absence of thrilling moments, and poor officiating to the underwhelming atmosphere, it failed to deliver the excitement and enjoyment that fans anticipate from a football match.”
replayability
8 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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FIFA 23 offers a variety of game modes that enhance its replayability, appealing to fans of strategic management, competitive play, and casual gaming. However, some players feel that it lacks novelty compared to previous iterations, and issues with online modes, particularly Ultimate Team, can detract from the overall experience. While offline modes provide some enjoyment, the game's long-term replayability may hinge on updates and improvements to online features.
- “Whether you enjoy strategic management, competitive matches, or casual gameplay, FIFA 23 provides ample content and replayability.”
- “It's a lot of what I remember from the last FIFA game I played (18), with a lot of different game modes to keep my attention and add a lot of replayability and depth.”
- “Ultimate Team looks a lot more playable now but still requires you to either pump a lot of money into the game to get good players or grind too much to gain a small amount of coins.”
- “I have tried absolutely everything I know to make the game more playable, but it just does not work.”
- “If you only want to play the offline mode with friends or just squad battles in FUT mode, then I guess it's okay since those modes are playable for the most part... but a large part of this game is through the FUT online mode, and not being able to do it is just annoying.”
- “Ultimate Team looks a lot more playable now, but still requires you to either pump a lot of money into the game to get good players or grind too much to gain a small amount of coins.”
character development
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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Users express frustration with the character development process, particularly noting the inconvenience of having to restart character design from scratch when attempting to return to the character creation screen. This design choice is seen as unnecessary and detracts from the overall experience.
- “I was sent to the next screen and needed to go back, but doing so meant I had to start character design from scratch. I don't understand why; why can't I just go back to my character creation screen? It's silly.”
- “The character development feels incredibly shallow, with limited options that don't allow for meaningful customization or growth.”
- “I expected a rich character development system, but instead, I found it to be linear and unengaging, leaving little room for personal investment in my character.”