EA's first football game after the FIFA name split launched on 29 September 2023 with Erling Haaland on the cover. The headline change is PlayStyles, 34 abilities drawn from Opta data that replace the old hidden trait system and decide how a player actually behaves on the ball. Ultimate Team added women players and Evolutions, which upgrade a card you already own instead of pushing you toward a better one in a pack.
Resource management and crafting determine how quickly your power scales. This guide covers what to prioritize, where to farm, and how to avoid wasting resources on the wrong upgrades.
Crafting Priority List
The order you should invest resources:
| Priority | Target | Why |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Primary equipment | Biggest damage increase per resource spent |
| 2 | Core build gear | Enables your role's key combinations |
| 3 | Defensive upgrades | Survivability for boss fights |
| 4 | Secondary equipment | Situational options for specific content |
| 5 | Consumables | Temporary boosts for hard content |
Resource Farming by Area
Old Trafford
Key resources: Full club licensing, authentic broadcast presentation Farming efficiency: Low value per run, but safe and consistent
Focus on gathering materials for Power Shot upgrades here. See our maps guide for detailed area layouts.
Anfield
Key resources: Authentic crowd and matchday presentation Farming efficiency: Good early-game farming spot
Focus on gathering materials for Power Shot upgrades here. See our maps guide for detailed area layouts.
Etihad Stadium
Key resources: Full licensing, wide pitch suited to wing play Farming efficiency: Best mid-game farming, worth revisiting
Focus on gathering materials for Power Shot upgrades here. See our maps guide for detailed area layouts.
Signal Iduna Park
Key resources: Distinct crowd presentation, Bundesliga licensing Farming efficiency: High-value materials for late-game upgrades
This is where you farm materials for Finesse Shot max upgrades. See our maps guide for detailed area layouts.
Allianz Arena
Key resources: Clean camera sightlines, full Bayern licensing Farming efficiency: Best resources in the game, requires strong build
This is where you farm materials for Finesse Shot max upgrades. See our maps guide for detailed area layouts.
Upgrade Path
Early Game (Old Trafford to Anfield)
- Upgrade your starting equipment to functional level
- Craft basic defensive gear
- Save specialty materials, since you'll need them later
- Focus on Power Shot once accessible
Mid Game (Etihad Stadium)
- Push Power Shot to mid-level upgrades
- Start collecting materials for Finesse Shot
- Craft situational consumables for boss fights
- Upgrade build-specific gear pieces
Late Game (Signal Iduna Park to Allianz Arena)
- Max out Finesse Shot. This is your top priority
- Complete your build's core gear set
- Craft endgame consumables
- Optional: upgrade secondary equipment for variety
Crafting Mistakes to Avoid
- Spreading upgrades across multiple equipment: Focus one weapon to max before diversifying.
- Hoarding materials: Use them. The game provides enough if you farm efficiently.
- Upgrading the wrong gear: Check our builds guide before investing.
- Ignoring Etihad Stadium farming: This area has the best resource-to-time ratio in mid-game.
- Crafting consumables too early: Save specialty materials for late-game recipes.
Resource Efficiency Tips
- PlayStyles beat raw ratings on a card. An 84 rated striker with Finesse Shot+ converts curled shots from the edge of the box more reliably than an 88 rated striker without it, because the plus tier adds curve and accuracy the base version does not.
- Farm Etihad Stadium during mid-game for the best return on time
- Check the walkthrough to know when each resource becomes available
- Match your farming route to your build. Some classes farm faster in certain areas
More EA SPORTS FC 24 Guides
- EA SPORTS FC 24 EA SPORTS FC 24 Overview
- EA SPORTS FC 24 Best Builds
- EA SPORTS FC 24 Tier List
- EA SPORTS FC 24 Walkthrough
- EA SPORTS FC 24 Beginner's Guide
- EA SPORTS FC 24 Tips & Tricks
- EA SPORTS FC 24 Weapons Guide
- EA SPORTS FC 24 Combat Guide
- EA SPORTS FC 24 Boss Guide
- EA SPORTS FC 24 Maps & Locations
- EA SPORTS FC 24 Classes & Characters
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