EA Sports FC 24: How to Do a Fake Shot

by Fernando Diaz / Articles, EA Sports FC 24 / 27 Jan 2023

First thing’s first. Why the Fake Shot, you ask? Simply put, this trick is like a Swiss Army knife on the pitch… You can use it to hustle defenders, open up space, and most importantly, look dope while doing it. The Fake Shot in FC 24 isn’t just a button mash; it’s a whole vibe, a statement, and we’re here to dissect it layer by layer.

The Basics: How to Fake Shot 101

Alright, let’s kick it off with the OG, the Standard Fake Shot. This is the move that keeps the ball cozy right next to you. Super useful when you’re in a tight spot and wanna make those defenders slip.

Xbox: Quick tap B, then A.

PlayStation: Quick tap Circle, then X.

PC: Quick tap Left Mouse Button, then Right Mouse Button.

Aight, seems simple, right? But there’s nuance, fam. You gotta get the timing down to a T. Too slow, and your guy will shoot. Too fast, and it’s a flub.

Elevate Your Game: Advanced Fake Shot Techniques

Now if you wanna be the GOAT, you gotta level up. Here are some amped-up versions of the fake shot…

Running Fake Shot

Up next is the Running Fake Shot. This one’s the juice when you’re going full tilt down the field and wanna pivot like you’re dodging your ex at a party…

Xbox: B, A, but make sure you’re holding down RT.

PlayStation: Circle, X, and don’t forget that R2.

PC: LMB, RMB, and keep that CTRL pressed.

Speed Boost Fake Shot

If you wanna zip past defenders like they’re standing still, this one’s for you. Not every player can pull off the Speed Boost Fake Shot. Check those skill stars. Four-star skill moves are a must…

Xbox: First, you gotta hold LB, then it’s B and A.

PlayStation: L1‘s your friend, followed by Circle and X.

PC: Hold down Left Shift, then it’s LMB and RMB.

When to Use that Sweet Fake Shot??

Look timing’s everything. You can’t just throw fake shots around like you’ve got confetti. Wait for that defender to commit, and then BOOM fake shot their dreams away..

1v1 with the Keeper: This is the money move. As you close in on the keeper, pull that fake shot and watch them dive the wrong way. Easy pickings.

Tight Spaces: When things are lookin’ tight, a quick fake shot can create that space you need to either shoot or pass.

Train Hard, Play Hard

Hit the practice arena and get the hang of it. Once you get comfy, take it online and flex on ’em. Make those defenders question their life choices. And when you score that banger after a sweet Fake Shot, you’ll know it’s all been worth it…

Fernando Diaz

Fernando is doing what he always did, sharing his honest opinions about games whenever he can. The difference is now he is writing and not talking about it.
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