The New Year Overdrive Evolution has made its grand entrance in FC 26 Ultimate Team, bringing an exciting twist to your gameplay experience.
This evolution isn’t just your run-of-the-mill upgrade; while it’s available for free, it features unique stat boosts, an overall rating increase, and new roles/playstyles for your chosen card. Let’s dive into the best contenders for the evolution, based on the enhancements they offer and the specific requirements.
Requirements for FC 26 New Year Overdrive Evolution
Curious about what it takes to get started? Here’s a quick rundown of the New Year Overdrive Evolution requirements:
- Overall: Max 85
- Defending: Max 82
- PlayStyle: Max 10
- PlayStyle+: Max 1
- Exclusions: World Tour Silver Stars
- Position: RB
- Excluded Position: CB
Upgrades in FC 26 New Year Overdrive Evolution
This evolution presents five exhilarating levels of upgrades, each requiring specific conditions to reach.
Level 1 Upgrades
- Overall: +15 | 87
- Ball Control: +15 | 88
- Skills: +2 | 4
- PlayStyles: Quick Step | 7
- Roles: Attacking Wingback++
Level 2 Upgrades
- Dribbling: +15 | 87
- Long Passing: +25 | 85
- Reactions: +15 | 88
- Stamina: +15 | 88
- PlayStyles: Pinged Pass | 7
Level 3 Upgrades
- Shooting: +30 | 83
- Defending: +10 | 80
- Aggression: +15 | 80
- Balance: +15 | 88
- Curve: +25 | 88
Level 4 Upgrades
- Agility: +15 | 93
- Short Passing: +25 | 86
- Sprint Speed: +15 | 91
- Strength: +15 | 80
- Composure: +15 | 85
- Roles: Wingback++
Level 5 Upgrades
- Acceleration: +15 | 91
- Crossing: +25 | 92
- Vision: +25 | 85
- PlayStyles+: Quick Step | 1
- PlayStyles: Technical | 7
- Roles: Inverted Wingback++
Requirements for Each Level Upgrade
You’ll need to complete a match with your active EVO Player in Squad Battles (at least Semi-Pro difficulty) to level up:
- Level 1 to Level 5: Play 1 match in Squad Battles on min. Semi-Pro difficulty (or Rush/Rivals/Champions/Live Events).
Best Players for New Year Overdrive Evolution
If you’re wondering which players are perfect for this evolution, here’s a well-curated list of my top picks:
- Lewis Miley TOTW
- Alexander Bah
- Seriki TOTW
- Buchanan Thunderstruck
- Charles Squad Foundations
- Marcos Llorente
- Gwinn
- Dodo
- Joao Cancelo
- Johnston Winter Wildcards
- Cambiasso
These upgrades hold incredible potential, allowing you to chain them into future evolutions and boost their stats even further.
What is the FC 26 New Year Overdrive Evolution?
The FC 26 New Year Overdrive Evolution is a special upgrade in FIFA 26 Ultimate Team, enhancing your player cards with better stats, roles, and playstyles.
How do I start the FC 26 New Year Overdrive Evolution?
To kick off the evolution, simply complete the requirements listed for your chosen player and jump into matches with them in Squad Battles or other modes.
Are the upgrades permanent for the players?
Yes, the upgrades from the New Year Overdrive Evolution remain with the players, enhancing their abilities for future gameplay.
Can I use cards from previous evolutions?
Absolutely! Cards from earlier evolutions can be included in future evolutions to further enhance their stats.
As you explore these updates, you might find a new favorite player that fits your playstyle perfectly. Jump into the game, enjoy the upgrades, and don’t hesitate to share your experiences in the comments below!