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Capture Special: AndyAJ3, Reev & Gameplay Producers Sep 11, 2019

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We're celebrating launch with a 12,000 FIFA Point Giveaway: bit.ly/morepod
We hear from two of FIFA20's Gameplay Producers, as Futhead's Luke interviews EA's Elliot and Sam at the Capture Event, they discuss the big changes coming to FIFA20 and how much more has been done than ever before to ensure this is a stellar FIFA edition!
Before that though: fresh from the Capture Event: tips and discussion galore with YouTubers AndyAJ3 (a regular of course) and Reev (his debut!), as they talk:
- Setup touch
- Biggest changes
- Pace in behind
- Timed finishing
- New interface
- Long-term objectives
- So much more!
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FIFA20 plans, 12000 FIFA Point giveaway & more big announcements! Sep 08, 2019

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Ben does a quick rundown on some BIG podcast announcements, with a bit of fun (or Ben's idea of it) thrown in.
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Question Time & Gamescom thoughts Aug 23, 2019

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Steve and Ben run through your unanswered questions, Gamescom gameplay thoughts and your end game squads!
With the Beta under tight embargo, the pair are left to give post-Gamescom thoughts as FIFA20 gameplay footage hits the community for the first time!
Many of you got your questions in and Ben and Steve rattle through as many as possible! From chicken chemistry styles and why the 41212(2) is so popular, to a cheeky FUT Economist question and the most common gameplay mistakes, this week's podcast has a massive range of topics!
Finally, as you've undoubtedly heard on the podcast, we've teamed up with Beer52 to land all of you (of legal drinking age (18+)) in the UK a free case of craft beer. Don't miss it: http://www.beer52.com/FUT

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Nepenthez on: FUT20 Features Reveal Aug 08, 2019

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Nepenthez (he of nearly 2m YouTuber subscribers) returns to join Ben and Steve (The FUT Coach) and discuss the recently announced FUT20 features and speculate about the upcoming FUT edition.
With an abundance of new FIFA20 FUT information coming out of late, the trio dig into the pros and cons, the speculation, and explain how they'd like it to see these exciting new features executed.
Here is what they cover (plus much more) in this special :
00:00 FIFA19 content reviewed
09:11 Potential for a Player Growth System
15:41 New objectives feature
21:27 BIG interface changes - SBC issue?
25:07 Stat tracking in FUT?
37:38 'Gameplay' Mode Changes (Champs, Rivals etc)
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FIFA20 Gameplay Special: Part 2 - Shooting and Defending Jul 31, 2019

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Ben is joined again this week by by gameplay specialists, who have both got hands-on with early builds of FIFA20. eChampions League finalist Ivan, aka Night_Watch_96, is notorious for 'stress testing' abusable mechanics and Valerio, aka Italian Stallion, has produced a number of insightful videos highlighting key flaws in the game and areas that need improvement.
In the second of two episodes the trio discuss:

00:00: Shooting 'fixed' and improved?
14:09: Will new freekicks be too effective?
27:00: Player positioning and movement changes
30:17: An advantageous new setting
36:38: Crossing nerfed?

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FIFA20 Gameplay Special: Part 1 - On the Ball Jul 25, 2019

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Your regular host Ben is joined by gameplay specialists, who have both got hands-on with early builds of FIFA20. eChampions League finalist Ivan, aka Night_Watch_96, is notorious for 'stress testing' abusable mechanics and Valerio, aka Italian Stallion, has produced a number of insightful videos highlighting key flaws in the game and areas that need improvement.
In the first of two episodes the trio discuss:

00:00: Problems with FIFA19 and hopes for 20
11:48: Dribbling and concerns around 'crab walking'
22:41: Ball physics - significant change?
27:00: Controversial skill move nerf?

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Special: Loot Box Controversy with Dr Zendle Jul 11, 2019

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Ben is joined by York St John University’s Dr David Zendle for a deep dive into some serious Loot Box controversy. David published a recent paper linking loot boxes and problem gambling, which has raised serious social concerns. He explained why he defines Ultimate Team packs as loot boxes, where they are such a concern, why Kinder Eggs are not, and just how serious could the impact on FIFA be?
The special is part one of a two podcast series about loot boxes (next podcast date TBC), the second will feature a panel discussion about the mechanic and what a loot box-less FUT might mean!
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Ultimate TOTS & Hands on with FIFA20 #W40 Jun 26, 2019

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Ben is joined by LukeZim from Futhead to discuss his hands on experience with FIFA20 at EA Play. From freekicks and penalties to slower gameplay and skill move chaining there are plenty of changes to discuss in this very early build.
Wyse gives his thoughts on Ultimate TOTS, the pricey SBC, TOTS overall and the panel break down how upgrades are actually algorithmic, which leads to concerning stamina on certain players!
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AirJapes & FUT Economist: Volta & FIFA20 Gameplay #W38 Jun 11, 2019

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FIFA20 insights are brought to you by the EA Game Changers network.
Ben is joined by YouTube legend and commentator AirJapes and EA bound FUT Economist to discuss exciting FIFA20 and TOTS revelations.
The panel discuss Volta and what that might mean for FUT, plus some really significant news regarding FIFA20 gameplay, including further information on timed finishing, GK movement and skill move chaining, as well as a new options for player switching.
They also chat about a particularly good looking Serie A TOTS and the TOTS cards they've been enjoying so far!
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Big gameplay Pitch Note: beyond FIFA19 & TOTS continues! #W36 Jun 01, 2019

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Ben, Luke (Futhead) and a mildly inebriated Steve (TheFUTCoach) sink their teeth into a huge new EA pitch note, which admits gameplay issues and outlines current plans for fixes beyond FIFA19!
Steve and Ben also speak to World Cup presenter Aaron West about TOTS Aubameyang, TOTS negativity, dynamic pack weight and players you regret chucking in an SBC!
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