FC 26: EA FC 26's New User Interface, A Deep Dive into the Redesigned Ultimate Team Menu

Common player feedback regarding the menu system in FC 25 was that it was clunky, cumbersome to navigate, slow to load, and often took a significant amount of time to navigate between pages, significantly impacting the gameplay experience. To address these issues, EA has completely redesigned the entire user interface in the upcoming FC 26, focusing particularly on Ultimate Team mode, resulting in a more intuitive and efficient menu experience.

What's new in the FC 26 redesigned game menu?

The new menu system blends the familiar structure of FC 25 with a new grid-like layout. Bumpers and triggers allow players to quickly switch between different tabs, such as Game Objectives, Online Mode, or Play with Friends, providing faster access. Whether you're playing Unlimited or menu-heavy modes like Career, the consistent design ensures a clean and logical interface.

In Ultimate Team, the new "Recommended for You" tab keeps you up-to-date on currently available and upcoming modes and challenges. This change significantly improves the efficiency of accessing the most frequently accessed content, while other tabs like "Online," "Play vs. CPU," and "Play with Friends" are now more clearly categorized.

For You: Personalized Recommendations Tab

"For You" serves as the personalized hub for the entire menu, showcasing content based on your gaming behavior. It's organized into three core sections:

New: Showcases newly released or trending matches and modes, allowing you to try new content first.

Resume Playing: Quickly jump back to the game you left off, eliminating repetitive tasks.

Upcoming: Preview upcoming events and challenges, including entry requirements and team restrictions, to help you optimize your lineup ahead of time.

Online Mode Tab

All modes requiring an internet connection have been consolidated into the "Online" tab, including:

Rush Mode

Rivals

Championships

Challengers

Online Draft

Play vs. CPU

Single-player modes have also been better organized, including:

Team Battles

Moment Mode

Solo Draft

Play with Friends

Want to play with friends? The following options are available:

Couch Play (Local Classic Matches)

Online Matches with Friends (Classic Matches)

Additional Expanded Tabs

In addition to the core gameplay, the menu also provides access to:

FC Pro esports content

PlayStation Championships

Dynamic Live Events: Up to six live event tabs, dynamically updated throughout the season

Each mode option now features a separate grid menu below the tab, allowing for quick access to detailed information.

UI Enhancements: Clear Objectives and Events at a Glance

In addition to the visual improvements to the interface, a key user experience enhancement is the direct display of relevant objectives within the current mode. For example, in Squad Battles, all daily and weekly objectives associated with that mode are now displayed in the sidebar. Players can even quickly switch between challenges using the right analog stick, eliminating the need to repeatedly return to the menu.

For live events, you can now directly view participation requirements, such as player rating and nationality restrictions, making it easy to quickly adjust your roster for the event.

While it's still unclear whether FC 26's new UI will significantly improve performance and smoothness, its visual design and feature layout undoubtedly better suit the habits of modern players. If you're looking to build a strong roster and unlock more modes faster in the new season, you might want to stock up on EA FC 26 Coins in advance to lay a solid foundation for your Ultimate Team, speed up your entry, and stay one step ahead of the competition.

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