We excitedly exercised the option, only for our players - who were 1-0 up in a non-competitive fixture - nonplussed by our actions.
The decision to continue offering the classic 2D match engine is also commendable - FFT is an old soul, deep down, and appreciates the option of doing things the nostalgic way.Īt half-time, you're invited to chuck a water bottle in a fit of rage if you want. It's a sleeker, more engaging match experience and the designers deserve credit for improving such a crucial aspect of the game. He also suggests subs and will carry them out for you if you approve. FFT lets assistant manager Joe Gallen take care of the effing and blinding. Throughout the match, you can deliver instructions to your players or just leave them to it. Your subs are lined-up along the bottom of the screen, too, as if they're on the bench with you. The players look more realistic when they're going about their business. As Sports Interactive had been so keen to tell us, the match engine has also been given a solid revamp.