Version 5.0.0 of eFootball Arrives Today with Over 80 Gameplay Adjustments
Jonathan Dubinski 
Key Takeaways
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- Custom Stadiums are now available in eFootball Version 5.0.0, allowing players to personalize their stadiums with unique decorations and visual elements.
- The Linkup Play system has been introduced, enabling specific players to execute special combinations under certain coaches, such as Jose Mourinhos Diagonal Long Pass A ability.
- Gameplay updates aim to enhance realism and control, with improvements in player control, acceleration, balance, finishing, headers, weak foot, defense system, pressure, natural reactions, goalkeepers, counterplay, AI intelligence, tactical positioning, and fair play.
- Lionel Messi and Lamine Yamal serve as ambassadors for the update, offering exclusive content including players themselves, stadium customization items, and premium DLC, with new players receiving a free Lionel Messi upon completing the tutorial.
Custom Stadiums Debut in eFootball Version 5.0.0, Introducing Linkup Play and Special Coaches
Konami has announced details for eFootball version 5.0.0, launching on August 14th, which brings over 80 gameplay adjustments designed to address community feedback and introduces the highly anticipated Custom Stadium mode. Players can now customize their stadiums with personal color schemes, fan routines, unique decorations, special visual elements, and more. The new Linkup Play system introduces a significant mechanic: specific players, under certain coaches, can execute special combinations or enhance their skills. To inaugurate this feature, Jose Mourinho joins as a coach, bringing his “Diagonal Long Pass A” special ability. Players such as Wesley Sneijder and Samuel Eto’o can activate this special play when conditions are right. The update also features Lionel Messi and Lamine Yamal as ambassadors. They will offer exclusive content, including the players themselves, stadium customization items, and premium DLC. New players receive a free Lionel Messi by completing the tutorial.
Enhanced Control and Realism in eFootball Version 5.0.0 Gameplay Updates
Version 5.0.0 brings over 80 gameplay adjustments aimed at enhancing realism and control: Player Control: Enhanced dribbling techniques improve player control, making it easier to evade defenders. Acceleration: Players accelerate quickly from slow speeds and gradually increase speed when already moving fast. Balance: Improved balance enables smoother dribbling. Finishing and Headers: Shots remain on target more often, and headers feel more realistic. Weak Foot: Players with a strong weak foot execute more effective shots. Defense System: A revamped defense system enables defenders to perform smoother tackles with improved control. Pressure: With high defensive awareness, defenders track opponents more efficiently. Natural Reactions: The update eliminates jerky movements and sudden stops after losing the ball, leading to more natural reactions. Goalkeepers: Goalkeepers move faster for quicker saves and no longer stop completely during play. Counterplay: Goalkeepers can no longer hold the ball to waste time, leading to more controlled counterplay. AI Intelligence: Improved AI facilitates smarter player switching during crosses. Tactical Positioning: Players position themselves better based on their aggressiveness and defensive engagement. Fair Play: The game balances AI levels for a more even competitive experience.
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