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eFootball™ v5.2.0 Information

Greetings to all football lovers from around the world.
As the European league season approaches the midway point, matches are reaching a new level of excitement.
With a world tournament also on the horizon, national team clashes are a must see.
Now then, let us walk through the v5.2.0 update in detail.

Gameplay Updates

Balance Adjustments to Improve Defending

Based on user feedback and an analysis of gameplay data, we have made adjustments in this update to reduce the situations where through balls succeed too easily, and to make defending feel more convincing. At the same time, we have maintained goal scoring balance, the game's overall sense of speed and the exhilaration of attacking play.

・ Reduced the difference in ability levels caused by players' top speed and acceleration

We observed many cases where a defender with low Player Stats in Speed and Acceleration was unable to follow an opposing forward's sudden running movements, resulting in a failure to keep marking them.
To correct this issue, we reviewed how play is affected by low Player Stats in Speed and Acceleration. We then reduced the difference in ability levels.

This adjustment has decreased the situations where a defender is left behind from the very first step, making it easier to defend when following an attacker. At the same time, we have maintained the game's overall sense of speed and the ways in which tempo changes.

・ Reduced how fast the Player Stat "Acceleration" decreases as stamina declines

Due to the Player Stat "Acceleration" greatly decreasing as stamina is lost during a match, defenders were often unable to keep up with the sudden running movements of forwards introduced in the second half. As a result, forwards were able to break through the defence with greater ease.
To correct this issue, we reduced the degree to which Acceleration decreases as stamina is lost, making it easier for defenders to react properly even in the second half.

・ Additional effect applied to the Player Stat "Defensive Awareness"

High importance was placed on the Player Stat "Acceleration" when responding to a marked opponent's quick running. As a result, the dominance of a player with strong defensive abilities was not expressed sufficiently.
On top of that, after we made an adjustment in the v5.0.0 update allowing the Player Stat "Attacking Awareness" to affect acceleration levels during attacking runs, defending and attacking stats were no longer in good balance.
To correct this issue, we made an adjustment so that Defensive Awareness now impacts acceleration levels when marking an opponent.

This adjustment makes it easier for a defender with high Defensive Awareness to respond to an opponent's sudden running movements even if they have low Acceleration.

More Support Features Added

Auto Control Introduced to VS AI Matches

We have revamped the "AI-controlled" user controls option, changing it to the "Auto Control" feature that is available exclusively for VS AI matches.
When Auto Control is enabled, the AI controls the players when no user commands are entered, but immediately switches to user-based controls when the user wishes to play themselves.
Try out this new way of playing, which leaves the most difficult commands to the AI and lets you focus on the most decisive moments where you can score a goal and win the match.

Advice Now Given in Real Time

A player or manager may decide to give you a little advice during a match to help you improve your game. The content will depend on the match situation and the commands you entered at the time.
At half-time or on the results screen, specific advice can be viewed together with conversations and videos.
Every match provides you with a chance to learn and grow.

Playing Tendencies Now Analysed

This feature aggregates and analyses the results of your 10 most recent PvP matches and helps you visualize your playing style.
Data related to you and your opponents, along with the averages for Divisions 1–4, can be compared using the same indicators.

Make use of the analysis results to choose better tactics and commands, then take your game to the next level.

More Ways to Play

Introducing the New Campaign Hub Shop

We are adding a new type of Campaign Hub where you can exchange Campaign Points, which can be earned by playing matches, for the rewards you like.
Choose whether to receive rewards steadily after each match, or to save points and take aim at especially amazing rewards.
Select which rewards to exchange points for according to your objectives.

Play the New "Tour Rally" Event

We are hosting a new type of PvP Event called Tour Rally.
Earn points by playing matches and meeting in-match bonus targets, and receive rewards when you reach specific thresholds.
Obtain a great many points and walk away with a showpiece item!

Take on the New "Squad Challenge" Event

We have added a new VS AI Event, Squad Challenge.
Once a player wins a match during this Event, they cannot take part in any subsequent match.
Since the number of available players will decrease as this challenge goes on, the key to winning is having enough good players to replace them.
Select a wide range of players and keep winning matches to complete this Event.

Other Updated Content

Special Player List with 1 Headliner Guaranteed

We have added Special Player Lists that always includes 1 Headliner when signing 10 players at once.
To learn more about the applicable Special Player Lists and the stars appearing as Headliners, check the relevant in-game notices and information about Special Player Lists.
*Users with Belgium as their Country/Region of Residence will not have access to loot boxes that require eFootball™ Coins as payment.

Once a Day at No Cost, Play the Show Time: Daily Free Draw

For a limited time, users can take a free draw once a day from a Special Player List where you have a chance to sign a Show Time player.
Log in every day while this Event is held and sign some top-class players!

Special Player Lists with Bonus Items Added

Coming soon: Special Player Lists with training items included as a bonus.
To learn more about the applicable Special Player Lists and the types and quantities of bonus items, check the relevant in-game notices and information about Special Player Lists.

*Users with Belgium as their Country/Region of Residence will not have access to loot boxes that require eFootball™ Coins as payment.
*No bonus will be included when using a Chance Deal.

New Kinds of Boosters to Craft

Booster Crafting is now available for 12 kinds of Boosters that could not be selected for crafting up to this time, including "Accuracy" and "Strength".
When using a Select Booster Token, it is now possible to select from all 28 kinds of Boosters. A Random Booster Token will now choose randomly from 14–15 Boosters based on the player's registered position.
*If the player is a goalkeeper, a Random Booster Token will select randomly from 8 different Boosters.