Along with Free Kicks and Corners we also refreshed Penalty Kicks in FC 24. We want to make penalties feel more rewarding than before with the player’s Composure being a big focus.
Now when you step up to the spot you will see a shrinking Composure Ring that is based on your player’s Composure Attribute. Ideally, you want to time your shot when the ring is at its smallest, just as it touches the perimeter of the ball, in order to take a penalty kick with great accuracy and power.
Use the Left Stick to aim your shot, and don’t worry about going past the net because you are not seeing a reticle. We set your aim to within the net, about 3 feet from the posts, and your aim is fixed so no need to hold the position you want as the aim won’t recenter. Our intent here is to allow you to focus more on timing and powering your kick.
The main factors to consider when taking penalties include: