Since a time ago, microtransactions policy In Ultima Team (FUT), the mode that allows you to build your dream squad, has drawn a lot of negative reviews for the FIFA saga. This has caused that in June it had increasing pressure from governments, child welfare groups and gaming charities, for Electronic Arts to add in FIFA 21 the ability to see what’s inside loot boxes before purchasing.
Well, the previews for these packs were initially released as a test, but ironically they were a success: the CEO of EAAndrew Wilson, commented in August that the launch of the booster preview actually boosted sales of FIFA’s loot boxes, adding: “Our teams will continue to look for interesting, new, innovative and creative ways to allow people to participate more deeply, and the envelope preview is one such example. “
Preview of envelopes in FIFA 22
In light of that, it is not too surprising that EA wanted to keep this feature for FIFA 22. At launch, two types of booster previews will be available: Premium Silver Packs and Premium Gold Packs, each with a timer to set it. will update every 24 hours, So if you look inside the package and decide not to pay for it, you will have to wait another 24 hours to look inside another package.
This system has been considered a much better option than conventional loot boxes, although it is important to note that packages that cannot be previewed will also be available for sale, which cannot prevent players from wanting to continue doing repeat purchases of FUT packs looking for a particular player. This means that the debate on these loot boxes and their possible regulation continues for the foreseeable future.
FIFA 22 is just a few days away from its scheduled launch for the next October 1st, although you can take a look at our first impressions. However, don’t expect it to have a next-gen version on PC, as EA clarified that the new features would raise the minimum and recommended requirements, leaving many players out.