Can You Do Penalty Kicks in FIFA 23? An In-Depth Guide for the New PK System
Hey friend! It‘s your pal Terry here, back again with another deep dive into the latest FIFA game. I know you‘ve been grinding away in FIFA 23 and have probably stepped up to take a few penalties. With the new penalty kick system this year, it can take some adjusting, but don‘t worry – I‘ve got you covered. Grab a controller and let‘s walk through everything you need to know about penalties in FIFA 23!
The Basics: How to Take PKs in FIFA 23
When your player gets fouled in the box, here are the basic controls for taking a penalty kick:
- PlayStation: Tap the Circle button
- Xbox: Tap the B button
To aim, you‘ll use the left analog stick to point where you want to place the shot. One big change this year is that FIFA 23 doesn‘t have a penalty reticle anymore. Your aim will automatically gravitate towards the goal, so you don‘t have as much precision. More on how this impacts shots in a bit.
When you‘re ready to shoot, hold down the shoot button to power up your shot. The longer you hold it, the more power you‘ll generate.
You can also add curl or dip by flicking the right analog stick as you shoot. This helps bend your shots around the keeper.
So in review, aim with the left stick, power up your shot with the shoot button, and optionally add curve with the right stick. Got it? Good. Now let‘s break down the new PK system and mechanics.
New Penalty Kick Mechanics in FIFA 23
EA Sports refreshed how penalties work in FIFA 23 to make them more challenging and realistic:
- No Reticle Aiming: Shots gravitate towards the net for less aiming precision
- New Animations: More stutter steps, staggered run ups, and varied kicks
- Top Spin/Dipping Shots: New ball physics allow top spin or dipping penalty shots
- More Desperate Saves: Goalies make more dramatic diving saves on penalties
This adds a higher skill gap on penalties in FIFA 23. They are definitely harder than previous years. But with practice, you can master the new mechanics. Let‘s go over some tips.
Penalty Kick Tips, Tricks, and Strategy
With the revamped penalty system, here are my best tips for scoring from the spot:
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Aim just inside the posts: Don‘t go down the middle since shots gravitate towards goal. Aim inside the posts for the best accuracy.
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Go for power: Blast your penalties by holding the shoot button longer. The keeper has less time to react to powerful shots.
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Use deception: Take a stutter step during your run up or use a dipping shot to confuse the goalie.
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Watch the keeper: Look for early movements by the keeper to pick a side to aim for.
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Master the run up: Get used to the new staggered run up animation for more composure on shots.
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Be ready for rebounds: If you miss, switch quickly to a defender to clear the rebound.
With the aim assist and lack of reticle, finesse and power are more important than ever on PKs. Here are some stats on the most dangerous penalty takers in FIFA 23 to help pick your spot kick taker:
| Player | Penalty (PEN) Rating |
|---|---|
| Cristiano Ronaldo | 94 PEN |
| Karim Benzema | 93 PEN |
| Harry Kane | 92 PEN |
| Lionel Messi | 91 PEN |
| Kylian Mbappe | 91 PEN |
As you can see, elite attackers tend to have the highest penalty attributes. When picking your penalty taker, look for high Composure, Finishing, Shot Power, and Penalty ratings.
Practicing Penalties in FIFA 23
To get better at penalties, be sure to practice them in the Practice Arena training mode. Here‘s how to access it:
- Go to Play > Training > Training Arena
- Run into the box and press the right stick
- Take penalty shots and work on your aim, power, and technique
I recommend taking at least 10-20 penalties to get more comfortable with the new mechanics. Pay attention to the goalie‘s movement and dive animations. Learn to read them and pick your spots.
You can also practice penalties in the Arena training drill under the Shooting exercises. This lets you take penalties while goalies of different skill levels try to stop you. Great for improving under pressure!
Penalty Shootouts in FIFA 23
Penalties don‘t just happen during regular play – sometimes matches go all the way to a penalty shootout! Here‘s a quick primer in case you go to penalties:
- Each team takes 5 penalty kicks, alternating shots
- If still tied after 5 PKs, it goes to sudden death penalties
- Sudden death continues until one team scores and the other doesn‘t
For the best chance at winning, use your top penalty taker first to get on the board. If it goes to sudden death, you‘ll need someone with nerves of steel!
Final Tips for PK Success
In summary, here are my top 5 tips for dominating penalties in FIFA 23:
- Aim just inside the posts with power
- Use deceptive shots and stutter steps
- Observe the keeper‘s early movements
- Master the new staggered run up for composure
- Practice penalties regularly to build muscle memory
With some repetition and composure, you‘ll be burying penalties with ease in no time. Just stay calm under pressure and remember the fundamentals.
So there you have it – everything you need to know about penalties in FIFA 23. Let me know if you have any other FIFA questions! I‘m always happy to help break down the latest updates to the beautiful game. Now get out there, draw some PKs, and start scoring some screamers!
