FIFA 20 Guide
FUT, futsal and football FIFA 20 Guide contains tips that will teach you how to score goals and how to be a successful coach. The best players and the best goalkeepers and FUT tips will help you to complete your team. Check out our FUT and FUT Companion 20 Guide!
Last update: 10 January 2020
This FIFA 20 game guide contains all the information you need to get started. The first chapter of our FIFA 20 guide offers a detailed description of the basic movements, such as moving around the pitch, passes, shots, starting actions or effective defense. The second chapter of FIFA 20 guide is devoted to available game modes. Inside, players will find a lot of interesting information as well as tips that facilitate the game. The last chapter of FIFA 20 guide is dedicated to system requirements and controls for all platforms.
The guide to FIFA 20 contains:
- An introduction to basic maneuvers: moving, passes, shots, initiating actions and playing defense.
- List of all game modes
- Playing offense
- Playing defense
- PC system requirements
- Key bindings and a full list of controls for both PC and consoles.
- FIFA 20 in a nutshell
- On what platforms is FIFA 20 on?
- Will FIFA 20 have a story mode?
- FIFA 20 - Official Gameplay Trailer
- Starting Tips
- Effective attack in FIFA 20
- Effective defense in FIFA 20
- Controls in FIFA 20
- Game modes, formations and system requirements of FIFA 20
- Team of the Week
- FAQ - Frequently Asked Questions
- Minimum system requirements
- Classic XBOX controls setting
FIFA 20 in a nutshell
FIFA 20 is the next installment of a football simulator series developed by EA Sports. The title follows the path created by the previous games of the series, offering fun for both single-player and multiplayer fans. According to the tradition of the series, the game features authentic players and teams. Besides the large stadiums, the players can now also play in VOLTA mode.
On what platforms is FIFA 20 on?
FIFA 20 will be released on PC, Xbox One and PlayStation 4.
Will FIFA 20 have a story mode?
Yes. The plot focuses on the VOLTA mode where you play as your custom character.
FIFA 20 - Official Gameplay Trailer
Starting Tips
- In this game guide to FIFA 20 we have prepared a special section which contains starting tips and tricks for novice players. Among the large number of advices we have prepared detailed descriptions and overviews of such important issues as attack and defense techniques, playing the ball and how to carry out an effective attack. If you're having difficulty in making a combined attack, or if you lose the ball very often, then this chapter will be the most important thing for you.
- Movement and using a sprint - this page of our FIFA 20 game guide will teach you how to move around the pitch, how to handle the ball and how to control the course of the match.
- Passing - effective passes will allow you to stay in control of the ball and carry out successful attacks. You don't have to be a tic-tac-toe and hip-flip champion right away, but if your passes are successful, you'll certainly get better results on the pitch.
- Centering - Crossing the ball from the side sector of the pitch can create a dangerous tight corner situation. This page of our guide to FIFA 20 will explain how to cross the football to the center of the pitch in such a way that the action may and with a scored goal.
- Shots on goal - shooting in the latest installment of FIFA differs slightly from the previous parts so it is worth knowing how to effectively shoot the ball. In FIFA 20, shots can be fired in many different ways, namely: one touch shot, finesse shot, overhead shot, head shot, various volley shots or a lob shot. After reading this page of our guide you will surely increase your effectiveness and the number of scored goals.
- Standard game solutions - this is probably the biggest change in FIFA 20. Shots known from standard elements of the game behave in a completely different way, so we have decided to describe the whole procedure in this chapter. In addition, this is where you will learn how to prepare for a free kick, how to cross the corner and how to resume playing from behind the sideline with a throw-in.
Effective attack in FIFA 20
You can't score goals without effective offensive action. Attacking in FIFA 20 is a bit different from how offensive actions were carried out in the previous parts of the game. Key tips for beginners will help you understand how to use a positional attack, perform a counter and play one-touch football. The advice provided in this chapter also cover issues such as a one-to-one situation with the goalkeeper, shots from different positions and centering.
- Playing in offense - playing an attack in FIFA 20 can be divided into several variants - from positional game with precise football play to fast counters and exploitation of opponent's mistakes.
- Finishing actions - only successful completion of the action gives your team a chance to score a goal and take the lead in the meeting. What exactly can you do to complete a successful action and score a goal? You will find out after reading about it in this chapter of our guide.
Effective defense in FIFA 20
Defense in FIFA 20 is a very important issue. It is an effective defensive game that prevents the opponent's team from scoring a goal. Our guide will show you the elements of the game you need to remember. You will find both basic defensive techniques, such as changing a player and taking over the ball, but also more risky ones, such as tackle or kicking the ball out of the penalty area. Playing as a goalkeeper is equally important, so we did not forget about this issue as well.
- Playing in defense - that is the basics: change of player, defensive game, tackle and slides.
- Advanced defense techniques - FIFA 20 allows players to fight shoulder to shoulder and balance the player's body. The so-called pressing and covering of the ball are also important. These tips will teach you advanced defensive techniques.
- Playing as a goalkeeper - a goalkeeper is the last hope of the team against losing a goal. In this chapter we deal with the basics of goalkeeping such as kicking out a ball in short and distant variant, resuming the game in various ways, exiting the goal. Also, we have described how to behave during the penalty shootout.
Controls in FIFA 20
FIFA 20 has been released on all current generation platforms. For this reason, we have prepared a controls chapter for those who prefer to play on PS4 or Xbox One, and also a detailed key bindings list for those who prefer to play with keyboard and mouse. In these chapters you will find a description of all buttons and key bindings for specific platforms: PC, PS4, Xbox One.
Game modes, formations and system requirements of FIFA 20
FIFA 20 introduces several new gameplay modes and some improvements to the game types that you may already know and are well-known to the community. Here you will learn more about the kick off mode, the Champions League, the manager's and player's career and the completely new Voola Football mode. Also, we have dedicated a lot of space to the extremely popular FIFA 20 Ultimate Team, that is FUT. It is in this chapter we also discuss all problems related to the formation and settings of your team. Additionally, we provide a detailed description of the game's system requirements.
- Game modes - everything about available game modes in the latest FIFA edition.
- FIFA 20 Ultimate Team - all the important information about the most popular FIFA game mode.
- System requirements - we provide the minimum and recommended system requirements of FIFA 20.
Team of the Week
- Team of the Week 6 (TOTW)
- Team of the Week 7 (TOTW)
- Team of the Week 8 (TOTW)
- Team of the Week 9 (TOTW)
- Team of the Week 10 (TOTW)
- Team of the Week 11 (TOTW)
- Team of the Week 12 (TOTW)
- Team of the Week 13 (TOTW)
- Team of the Week 14 (TOTW)
- Team of the Week 15 (TOTW)
- Team of the Week 17 (TOTW)
FAQ - Frequently Asked Questions
We provide answers to all basic questions about FIFA 20 - whether FIFA 20 can be played on the street, whether it has a story mode (campaign) or what is a cross platform. This is a small compendium of knowledge about in-game content and novelties in the game.
- Does FIFA 20 have a World Cup mode?
- Does FIFA 20 have a Champions League mode?
- Does FIFA 20 have a Street Mode?
- Does FIFA 20 have a career mode?
- Can I play FIFA 20 on PS3 or Xbox 360?
- Is there a cross-platform support in FIFA 20?
- Does FIFA 20 have a web and mobile application (FUT Web App, FUT Companion)?
- What does the FIFA 20 Champions Edition contain?
- What does the FIFA 20 Ultimate Edition contain?
- Attacking
- Defense
Does FIFA 20 have a World Cup mode?
No, FIFA 20 has no World Cup mode. World Championship Mode was available in FIFA 18. However, this does not mean that EA Sports will never introduce such a mode with in a later update.
Does FIFA 20 have a Champions League mode?
Yes, the Champions League is available in FIFA 20. The mode is divided into two phases, group games (32 teams in 8 groups) and playoffs (the cup system). The latest version has a license for European cups, so you will find real teams and real players in the Champions League!
Does FIFA 20 have a Street Mode?
Yes, in FIFA 20 you can finally play matches on street football pitches, and all this thanks to a completely new mode - Voolta Football. For more information about Voolta Football mode, check out the FIFA 20 game modes chapter of our guide.
Does FIFA 20 have a career mode?
Yes, the career mode of both manager and player is available in FIFA 20. As in the previous version, player will have the opportunity to play a role of his/her choice.
Can I play FIFA 20 on PS3 or Xbox 360?
Unfortunately, the latest version of FIFA is not available on previous generation consoles, so you can't play it on PS3 or Xbox 360.
Is there a cross-platform support in FIFA 20?
Unfortunately not. Each platform has a separate community and a separate transfer market so the prices of players may vary depending on the platform you play on.
Does FIFA 20 have a web and mobile application (FUT Web App, FUT Companion)?
Yes. If you can't stay in front of the console or computer, there's nothing to stop you from managing your teams and club or browsing the store and the transfer market from your mobile phone. The FUT Companion app perfectly complements the mechanics of a full-fledged game and allows you to manage the most important elements in FUT mode. The application is available both for iOS and Android mobile devices. Note! There is no app on the Windows Phone.
What does the FIFA 20 Champions Edition contain?
The Champion's Edition of the latest part of FIFA includes:
- Possibility to play 3 days before the premiere - September 24.
- Up to 12 Rare FIFA Ultimate Team Premium Gold packs (1 pack per week for 12 weeks).
- Option to select one of five ICONS in the intermediate version for 5 FUT matches.
- Additional, unique FUT outfits.
What does the FIFA 20 Ultimate Edition contain?
The Ultimate Edition of the latest FIFA includes:
- Possibility to play 3 days before the premiere - September 24.
- Up to 12 large FIFA Ultimate Team Premium Gold packs (2 packs per week for 12 weeks).
- Option to select one of five ICONS in the intermediate version for 5 FUT matches.
- Additional, unique FUT outfits.
Minimum system requirements
- Operating system: Windows 7, 8.1 or 10 (64-bit)
- CPU: Intel Core i3-2100 3.1 GHz (or AMD Phenom II X4 965 3.4 GHz
- GPU: Nvidia GeForce GTX 670 or AMD Radeon HD 7850
- RAM: 8 GB
- HDD: at least 50 GB
Classic XBOX controls setting
Attacking
Through Pass | |
Lob Pass/Cross/Header | |
Shoot/Volley/Header | |
Ground Pass/Header | |
Player Run/Modifier | |
Finesse Shot/Modifier | |
Pace Control | |
Sprint | |
Movement | |
Tactics and attitude |
Defense
Rush Goalkeeper Out (hold) | |
Sliding Tackle | |
Receiving/pull or Push | |
Pressing | |
Change Player | |
Pressing | |
Pace Control | |
Sprint | |
Movement | |
Tactics and attitude |
About FIFA 20 Guide
Author : Lukasz "Qwert" Telesinski for gamepressure.com
Translator : Jakub "Yossarian" Nowak
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FIFA 20 Video Game
- genre: Sports
- developer: EA Sports
- publisher: Electronic Arts Inc.
- platform: PC, XONE, PS4, Switch