ANTH JAMES FC25: V10 'FULL GAMEPLAY PACKAGE' RELEASE!!!🔥REFINEMENT & FREEDOM: ALL NEW BALL SEPARATION + MUCH MORE!!! #TU18

EDIT 18/7: This was originally released for #TU17 and has been re-exported to work with EA's latest #TU18

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🔥 Standalone Version – The Core Experience
A fully developed, polished gameplay mod designed for realistic, immersive gameplay right out of the box. Plug & play!💡Multiple Versions Available

🎓 Presets – Instantly Adjust Your Gameplay Style! (Full Gameplay Package)
If you're looking to adjust your gameplay style without manually tweaking individual options, PRESETS are what you want!

🎯 Fine-Tune Your Experience! (Full Gameplay Package)
500+ individual options let you adjust every aspect of gameplay—player movement, defense, passing, CPU intelligence & much, much more!

Every setting comes with a detailed read me so you’ll always know exactly what’s changing.

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🪂 V10 = REFINEMENT, EVOLUTION & EXPANDED FREEDOM

V10 isn’t about re-inventing the wheel—this version is about refinement.
I am building, polishing, and solidifying everything the mod has worked towards.

Don’t get it twisted though, V10 introduces some really exciting and fresh new additions, but also has a focus on delivering the most cohesive, balanced, and rewarding football experience so far.

🚨 IT’S ABOUT RAISING THE BAR

Every change in V10 is carefully considered for how it fits within the overall gameplay system.
It’s not just about isolated tweaks - it’s about how everything works together.

The result is a mod that feels sharper, more polished, and more deeply interconnected than ever before.

🆕 WHAT’S NEW IN V10?

🔴 BALL FREEDOM PRESETS (Full Gameplay Package)

This is by far the most exciting addition to V10 - and is a real game changer!
I’m excited to introduce the BALL FREEDOM and BALL FREEDOM - EXTRA presets!

I have been working hard to make the ball feel much more like a true, separate entity on the pitch.
While my standalone gameplay already improves ball behavior, these new presets push things even further.

📌 The result?
The gameplay feels significantly more ORGANIC when using these presets. Everything is much more unpredictable—with varied patterns and a unique fight for the ball.

✅ The ball feels less ‘attached’ or ‘stuck’ to the player, resulting in more deflections, loose balls, and a greater challenge in bringing the ball under control.
✅ Trapping, sprinting, and dribbling now demand more skill and attention. You have to consider WHO you sprint with and WHEN you sprint.
✅ Unique patterns of play emerge as players fight for the ball, resulting in much more unpredictable gameplay.
✅ These features are still scaled to player attributes, but there will still be a noticeable difference for everyone.

❓What Makes the BALL FREEDOM Preset Special?

Most presets are simply combinations of different options that create a specific type of gameplay. However, the BALL FREEDOM presets stand out—they include unique elements and advanced tweaks that aren’t available anywhere else.

THERE ARE TWO VERSIONS:

👉 BALL FREEDOM: Standard version—significant ball separation and balanced for most players.
👉 BALL FREEDOM – EXTRA: Pushes separation and unpredictability even further with all-new and exclusive ball physics.

YOU CAN CUSTOMISE THIS PRESET:

Don’t get confused—I have included a specific BALL FREEDOM PRESET pdf in the download, showing you EXACTLY how to use this preset.
🟧 ADDITIONAL ‘LIVELINESS’ ADD-ON:
Layer this above your preset for even more lively, unpredictable ball movement—great for those who want max chaos, but not for everyone!

🟨 BALL PHYSICS ADD-ONS (EXTRA ONLY):
There are some specific Ball Freedom Preset ONLY ‘add-ons’. Adjust ball size or add more curve—all details are inside the preset folder.

🟩 PASS SPEEDS:
If using Pass Speed Isolations with the preset, use the Ball Freedom version found in the preset folder, not the standard ones.

‼️ I personally love these presets, especially the ‘Extra’ version, but I know some players will prefer a more traditional style—that’s why these are provided as optional presets and not built into the standalone.

👑 ‘ACTIVE SPRINT’ NATURAL XS STANDALONES

The Natural XS standalone versions were introduced in V9.
These are built exclusively for those who love deliberate tempo, heavy inertia, and deep tactical pacing.

Due to complex reasons, these XS versions sometimes result in players not always reaching a full sprinting animation.
This changes with the introduction of the ‘ACTIVE SPRINT’ XS standalones!

🟥 NATURAL XS (ACTIVE SPRINT)
🟥 NATURAL XS - JOG (ACTIVE SPRINT)
🟥 NATURAL XS EXTRA (ACTIVE SPRINT)
🟥 NATURAL XS EXTRA - JOG (ACTIVE SPRINT)

Each Natural XS version now also includes an Active Sprint variant.
These are designed to ensure that players can always reach their full sprint animations when holding sprint.
The build-up is still gradual and maintains the deliberate XS pacing, but you’ll notice a proper acceleration through the gears and a clear transition into full-speed sprinting—something not always present in previous XS versions.
This is perfect for those who want the heavy, realistic movement of XS but still value the ability to break into a sprint when needed.

🧠 DEFINED CPU ENHANCEMENTS

V10 brings targeted upgrades to the CPU’s threat and decision-making.

✅ The CPU is now noticeably smarter in its dribbling choices, reading defenders and choosing when to drive forward, hold up, or play it safe.

✅ Expect more variety: long balls, switches, through balls, and risky passes are now used with greater intelligence and intent.
✅ Due to specific changes to various passing mechanics, the CPU can complete challenging passes more successfully, without simply giving possession away.

⚠️ Remember: CPU behavior is not about adjusting ‘slider’ type values left or right. It’s a highly complex system that relies on countless factors working together to encourage certain behaviours.

🧩 NEW PRESET – TIGHT SPACE INTENT PRESET (Full Gameplay Package)

This all-new preset is designed for players who want to see an increase in attacking and dribbling aggression, especially when playing with more compact or tighter spacing.

This preset is a combination of two ALL-NEW options:

🟩 Dribble Aggression Option – Increased
🟦 NEW CPU ALTERNATIVE – TIGHT SPACE INTENT

❓What does it do?
The CPU will look to attack more assertively in small spaces, using sharper dribbling aggression and will be more determined to break through defensive lines.

❓Who is it for?
Perfect for those who enjoy a more intense, high-tempo feel when the game becomes congested. You’ll notice the CPU takes on defenders and drives forward, even with limited space.

❓How does it work?
Unique tuning encourages proactive dribbling and tighter attacking patterns - while still being balanced and responsive to team shape and spacing.

⚠️ IMPORTANT:
It is still important to understand that behaviour like this is largely contextual and not rigid. Many other factors - such as which standalone version or positioning base you use, will also impact how this plays out. Consider this as a tool to help shape your gameplay identity.

📈 ATTRIBUTE CURVE OPTIONS (Full Gameplay Package)

These present a unique and creative way to change your gameplay experience. Each curve controls how player ratings (attributes) are translated into real on-pitch performance - allowing you to shape the feel of every match.

🟩 Default: Classic, balanced progression - EA/FC’s intended style.

🟥 Contrast: Huge gaps between tiers. Elites truly dominate, mid/low ratings drop off fast.

🟦 Floor Raiser: Greatly boosts weaker players. Closes the gap, making lower-league players more skillful.

🟨 Skill Reduction: Still scaled based, but this option significantly reduces all player skills, creating a messier and less predictable style of play. 

🏆 FC IQ ADVANCEMENTS

Player roles have taken another leap forward in V10, further improving behavioural variety.

☑️ Wide playmakers and wingers are now far more varied—they’ll know when to hug the line and when to drift inside, making attacks more unpredictable and authentic.
This makes wide players far more involved in the play and not isolated out on the wings all the time.

📝 Remember, these FC IQ changes are part of a full, existing overhaul in my mod, where EVERY player role has been reworked for more natural, dynamic, and varied behaviour.

🎯 STANDALONE POSITIONING – BACK TO BALANCE

A small but important fix:
V9’s standalone mistakenly included a diluted version of the normal positioning base included in the standalone (not affecting positioning alternatives).

V10 corrects this—your standalone experience now features the true, intended team shape and behaviours—for more balanced, challenging play.

🧭 ALL-NEW POSITIONING BASES (FULL GAMEPLAY PACKAGE)

Adding to positioning, the V10 ‘Full Gameplay Package’ features THREE all new positioning bases:

🟠 Box Space: Retains familiar defensive shape, but opens up more space in and around the box. Great for those who want less congestion and more room to play creatively in the final third.

🟠 Distinct: A new foundational approach—creates a fresh balance of compactness and openness. If you’re looking for something truly unique, give this a run.

🟠 V9: The ‘softer’, more open positioning base from the V9’s standalone is now available as an option for those who enjoyed its extra space and slower CPU reactions.

⚠️ For those unfamiliar, there are now a total of 15 different positioning bases included in the ‘Full Gameplay Package’.

These include Compact, More Pressing, Ball Side, Space, Easier, Extreme Ball Side and Extra Compact, Defensive Line Hold, Increased Midfield Pressure, Narrow Defensive Line, Space V2, Adjusted Defensive Dynamics, Standalone, plus many combinations of these.

There is also an included ‘Positioning Bases Guide’ that talks you through these changes and helps drive your decision making.

⚖️ TRUE REFEREE REWORK

Major advancements in the referee system for V10 lets you refine your fouls more than ever before.

☑️ Slide tackles are now judged far more accurately in the standalone—win the ball cleanly, and you’ll keep possession (finally!).

☑️ Physical play is rewarded, not unfairly punished.

☑️ Multiple new and streamlined referee options: Very Lenient, Lenient, Marginally Strict, Light Strict, Strict (V9) and Very Strict.

🚀 PASSING SMOOTHNESS & RESPONSIVENESS

Further changes have been made to passing—expect more reliable, fluid, and satisfying passes.

🆕 ALL NEW & STREAMLINED OPTIONS

As always, the ‘Full Gameplay Package’ gets a host of new, updated and streamlined options. These are just some of the new inclusions, but there are over 500 in the package!

These include:
✅BALL FREEDOM PRESET (with new and unique add-ons)
✅BALL FREEDOM PRESET - EXTRA (with new and unique add-ons)
✅TIGHT SPACE INTENT PRESET
✅Attribute Curve Options
✅THREE new positioning bases
✅New and streamlined referee options
✅NEW Urgency options (reduced, increased, slightly reduced, slightly increased)
✅Sprint Risk - Mini
✅Trap V2
✅Dribble Aggression Option – Increased
✅Dribble Aggression Option – Reduced
✅NEW CPU ALTERNATIVE – INTENT
✅NEW CPU ALTERNATIVE – TIGHT SPACE INTENT
✅FC IQ - Inside Forward Winger - Slightly Wider
✅FC IQ - Wide PMs + Wingers - Stay Wide
✅Dribbling Aggression options (Default and V9)
✅Contain - Very Intense
✅Reduced First Touch Passing Style
✅Reduced Fatigue - Extremely Strong
✅More positioning combinations
✅Updated Presets & MUCH MORE!!!

🏆 Built for realism, designed for everyone.

Whether you’re new or a veteran, explore the mod and find your perfect balance of authenticity, challenge, and enjoyment.
There’s a real depth to this gameplay—if you’re truly open to learning and giving the mechanics a fair go.

Don’t judge it by a single clip or because it feels different at first.
Take the time to explore, adapt, and discover what’s possible.

💥 V10 is the most stable, complete, and customisable gameplay mod for any football game - ever.

✅ 29 all-in-one V10 standalone versions (plug-and-play)
✅ 500+ customisation options (adjust the standalone and craft realism YOUR way)
✅ 15 presets (bundled options for specific gameplay styles)
✅ 79 popular older versions of the mod
✅ Easy-to-follow guides, diagrams, and explanations are all here to help you get the most out of every feature.

⭐ As always, my mod is FULLY compatible with FIFER’s Realism Mod.

⚠️Important: Read Before Using the Mod!

Before diving in, please make sure to read the included PDF guides in your download. These guides explain how to correctly set up and use the mod for the best experience. Skipping this step could result in issues, so be sure to review them carefully!