EA Sports College Football 25 Beginner’s Tips

EA Sports College Football 25 has brought collegiate football back to the virtual world for the first time in over a decade, and that means even the most seasoned NCAA veterans might need to brush up on their skills.

Choose your favorite team

When you first start up College Football 25, the game will prompt you to select your favorite team. While this choice mainly impacts the look of the main menu and the starting school in the team select screen, it also affects Ultimate Team.

To kickstart your Ultimate Team journey, the game will assemble a starting squad with players from your favorite team. Regardless of which team you choose, the roster will be a 65 overall, so pick your favorite without stressing too much about the initial squad.

Start with some Ultimate Team challenges first

If you’re a seasoned virtual college football player, it may be tempting to dive right into Dynasty mode. However, with the numerous changes in College Football 25, it’s best to start with Ultimate Team Challenges to familiarize yourself with the game’s new mechanics.

Be sure to tackle the Ultimate Team 101 Challenges early on to get accustomed to the new passing, option plays, and kicking mechanics.

Find your perfect playbook

College Football 25 features over 100 distinct playbooks and 10 offensive schemes, making it challenging to pick the right one. Luckily, the Offense and Defense Scheme Trials Challenges in Ultimate Team provide a glimpse into each playbook, helping you select your style and team accordingly.

Jump into some games

While preparation is essential, playing the game is equally crucial. Start with a few games using your favorite school, then branch out to different playbooks and NCAA stars once you feel comfortable.

Experiment with the Switch Stick

College Football 25 introduces the Switch Stick feature for precise player swaps in the defensive secondary. Experimenting with this new mechanic during gameplay is the best way to master it, albeit at the risk of conceding some points initially.

Start Dynasty mode with a dry run

To navigate the complexities of Dynasty mode in College Football 25, consider creating a test Dynasty with a school you’re less attached to. This dry run will help you familiarize yourself with the menus and dynamics before committing to a more serious playthrough.

Play every Solo Battle you can

Solo Battles in Ultimate Team offer unique rewards and challenges, pitting you against AI-controlled user-created rosters. These battles last for four days, allowing you to accumulate Battle Score and compete against other players for leaderboard positions and rewards.

Check in on Sets

Sets in Ultimate Team enable you to trade lower-rated players for a higher overall rating player. Keep an eye on the Sets menu as you upgrade your team to optimize your player roster efficiently.

Buy the Ultimate Team daily recruit pack

Purchase a daily Recruit Pack at a reduced price to acquire low-rated players for your team. While these players may be low-rated, they can be valuable additions to your Sets collection.