EA Addresses "Calf Dribble" Glitch in EA Sports FC 24, Temporarily Removes Trickster+ Playstyle

EA's Troubled Launch: Frustration Among Players Grows as "Calf Dribble" Glitch Exploit Used in High-Level Competitive Modes Despite Pending Investigation

• The 'Calf Dribble' glitch in EA Sports FC 24 enabled players to attach the ball to their player’s calf or hands to score unopposed. The glitch involves the Trickster+ playstyle given to players known for using elaborate skills on the pitch.
• In response to this glitch, EA temporarily removed the Trickster+ PlayStyle from Ultimate Team Player Items, replacing it with the less problematic Trickster. EA aims to resolve the issue and reintroduce Trickster+ in a future update.
• The glitch was exploited in high-level competitive modes including the football simulator’s FUT Champions competition and the Weekend League, leading to a deterioration in the game's competitive integrity.
• Despite calls from players for a delay of the Weekend League to resolve the glitch and maintain fairness, EA proceeded to launch the mode as scheduled.
• The glitch and EA's response, added to existing controversies surrounding microtransactions, have caused turmoil in the FIFA gaming community and potential damage to EA's reputation and sales.

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