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It’s finally here! Announced at the launch of FC 25, this highly-requested Career Mode feature took a few extra months to arrive in-game.
If you’ve ever wanted your FC 25 Career Mode to feel more rooted in the drama of real-world football, Live Start Points are here to make that happen. This feature allows you to jump into the action of Manager and Player Careers based on real-world league progress throughout the 2024/2025 season.
How Do Live Start Points Work?
Live Start Points allow you to start your Manager or Player Career at any gameweek during the 2024/2025 season, using real-world standings, results, and scenarios. Think of it as a dynamic entry point to the football universe, where you pick up the reins and decide the rest of the story.
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What Leagues and Competitions are Available in Live Start Points?
With Live Start Points, you can manage or play for some of the top men’s and women’s football leagues. Here’s the full lineup:
Men’s Leagues:
- Premier League
- EFL Championship
- LALIGA EA SPORTS
- Ligue 1 McDonald’s
- Serie A Enilive
- Bundesliga
Women’s Leagues:
- Barclays Women’s Super League
- Arkema Première Ligue
- Google Pixel Frauen-Bundesliga
- Liga F
Cup Competitions:
- Domestic cups in England, Italy, Germany, and France
- UEFA Champions League
- UEFA Europa League
- UEFA Europa Conference League
- UEFA Women’s Champions League
That’s a total of 10 leagues and 12 competitions, ensuring there’s no shortage of challenges to tackle.
Manager Career: Strategy Meets Realism
In Manager Career, Live Start Points expand your control beyond tactics. You can:
- Choose a Starting Date: Reflecting a particular game week’s league standings and results.
- Tweak Squad Conditions: Use the injury and suspension editor to simulate real-world scenarios or create new challenges.
For example, you might wonder: “What if my team didn’t lose its star striker to injury in September?” Now, you can explore that alternate path, or maybe even inflict the injury on a rival squad for a bit of fun.
Once everything is set, the system loads real-world data, giving you a ready-to-play career mode tailored to your choices.
Player Career: Create Your Own Legacy
For Player Career, the setup mirrors Manager Career but focuses more on individual achievements. You can:
- Start your journey as a Created Player, Real Player, or even an Icon.
- Choose a team and dive into the action at any point in the season.
The idea is to immerse yourself in the narrative of football, whether that means joining a title-chasing squad or helping a mid-table team climb the ranks. Real-world standings and fixtures give your Player Career an authentic feel, letting you decide how your story unfolds.
What are Snapshots in Live Start Points?
The Snapshots feature takes Live Start Points a step further, focusing on pivotal moments from the season. These curated scenarios highlight major events like:
- A manager being sacked after a poor run like Erik ten Hag at Manchester United.
- A surprising unbeaten streak by an underdog team.
- A midseason big-money transfer reshaping a squad.
Snapshots appear in the FC 25 Main Menu as they unfold during the season, offering quick access to these dramatic scenarios. For example, you might find yourself thrust into a derby match with league implications or taking over a team desperately trying to avoid relegation.
This feature is perfect for players looking for bite-sized but meaningful Career Mode challenges.
Live Start Points Challenges for this weekend in #FC25 Career Mode 🧵 👇
1. Valencia 🇪🇸 pic.twitter.com/f4HdhlXmGx
— Career Mode Tracker (@cmtrackernet) November 22, 2024
How to Access Live Start Points
You can select Live Start Points while creating a new Career save. From there, choose your league, team, and starting date. The system automatically reflects real-world data, making every new save as authentic as possible.
Here’s a quick breakdown:
- Pick a Gameweek: Based on the season’s timeline.
- Set Squad Conditions: Customize injuries, suspensions, and other factors for more control over your campaign’s starting point.
- Dive In: Watch real-world results load before starting your journey.
The same process applies to both Manager and Player Careers.
Why Live Start Points Matter
This feature brings a much-needed layer of depth and flexibility to Career Mode. It caters to players who want their campaigns to feel dynamic and tied to real-world events. While purists might stick to traditional “Fresh New Season” starts, Live Start Points provide an exciting alternative for those looking for more grounded scenarios.
From fan-favorite clubs like Manchester United to underdogs in domestic cups, the possibilities for creating your own football narrative feel limitless.
