UFL update 1.000.023 (v0.61.1) is available to download on PS5, PC and Xbox Series X/S. According to the official UFL version 1.000.023 patch notes, the latest update enhances gameplay with new training modes, improved goalkeeper logic, and refined passing and shooting mechanics. Apart from this, UFL patch 1.000.023 also includes bug fixes, UI improvements, and new audio-visual content.
UFL Patch 1.000.023 (v0.61.1) – January 14, 2025
Gameplay
Training Mode Enhancements
- Added penalty kick training mode.
- Added free kick training mode.
- Added corner kick training mode.
Goalkeeper Improvements
- Enhanced goalkeeper logic and behavior.
- Introduced new goalkeeper animations.
Passing Adjustments
- Reduced pass accuracy from difficult positions.
- Decreased accuracy for long passes and one-touch passes.
Referee Decision System Update
- Fine-tuned yellow/red card probabilities.
- Contact within 2 animation frames (0.066 ms) before ball contact is no longer considered a foul, preventing penalties for near-simultaneous events.
Player Switching System Update
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Auto-Switching Delay
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The delay time now depends on pass distance:
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50m pass: switching occurs after 0.7 seconds.
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10m pass: switching happens almost immediately.
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Manual Switching (L1 Button)
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If no chaser is present on your team, the system selects the player nearest to the chaser’s target point rather than simply the nearest to the ball.
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For opponents receiving a pass, the player selected for switching depends on the intended reception point rather than the nearest distance to the receiver.
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Players positioned behind the ball carrier are less likely to be chosen for switching.
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Shooting Adjustments
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Low Shot Reconfiguration
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Introduced additional ball flight trajectories.
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Adjusted shot variability and miss probabilities.
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Reduced the frequency of hitting the goal frame.
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High-footed shots now bounce off the pitch more often, with a greater chance of such rebounds from higher balls.
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Chip Shot Adjustments
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Increased ball spin.
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Reduced horizontal deviation and miss probability.
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Reduced shot power within the defensive penalty area when controlling the ball (chasing or receiving) and the stick is directed toward the player’s own goal.
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Decreased accuracy for headed shots.
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Players now dodge the ball when their teammate is shooting on goal.
Other Fixes
- Improved ball reception to reduce missed controls.
- Fixed various gameplay bugs.
- Resolved several issues related to goal net behavior.
- Intentional own goals now result in a technical defeat.
- Casual mode now allows matches with injured or red-carded players in the squad.
- Resolved several UI bugs and crashes.
- Increased the chance for defenders to win aerial duels during corner kicks.
- Added new stop-and-wait (Idle) animations, making players appear more lifelike even when stationary.
AI Assist, Bot
Attacking Behavior
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Reduced the movement intensity of fullbacks when participating in attacks while using “Keep Control in the Midfield” or “Support the Attack” tactics in the “Support Attack” setting.
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Improved situational attacking runs into the opponent’s penalty box when the ball is on the flank.
Defensive Behavior
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Pressing:
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Increased movement intensity during pressing; players actively close down opponents and maintain tighter marking.
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Defensive Line Behavior:
- The defensive line stays closer to the opponent’s attacking line.
- Defenders track attacking runs behind the line more closely during through passes.
- Increased the base width of the defensive line up to their third of the field.
- Fullbacks now have more freedom to press opponents on the flanks.
Set Pieces
Goal Kicks
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At least one centre-back will always remain inside the penalty area for safer set-piece distribution.
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Player starting positions now depend on the team’s tactical style:
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“Possession” style positions players closer to their own goal.
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“Long Pass” style positions players closer to the opponent’s goal.
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Bot Behavior Enhancements
- Effective use of dribbling in 1v1 situations, predicting player actions.
- Advancing into the penalty area and bypassing defense with greater success.
- Situational play through the centre or flanks based on gameplay context.
- Utilizing crosses into the penalty area.
Audio and Visual
- Added new UI sound effects.
- Fixed issues related to commentator voice lines.
- Introduced new content in the store.
- Added new players to the season (Austrian National Team). Will be available shortly.
- Improved appearances for over 40 players.
- Added five signature skins for the following players: Isak, Bisseck, Darwin, Traore, Endrick.
- Updated player photos for: Isak, Bisseck, Darwin, Traore, Endrick.
Other
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The selling price of players has been increased.
Download free UFL patch 1.000.023 on PlayStation 5, PC and Xbox Series X/S.
