FIFA 23 brings with it the usual updated rosters and refreshes to the popular Ultimate Team game mode, but it also makes some significant changes to the on-the-pitch action, specifically around how certain player builds feel to use in a match. The AcceleRATE system in FIFA 23 is one of the most notable changes introduced in this year’s football title, and that introduces the Explosive, Controlled, and Lengthy player types.
Lengthy players have quickly been discovered to be the attacking ‘meta’ in FIFA 23, meaning they’re incredibly powerful and the ‘go-to’ if you want to give yourself the best chances of winning. Not only are they formidable in the air, they’ve also now got the blistering pace to go with it… once they get up to speed.
In this guide, we’ll be explaining everything you need to know about FIFA 23’s AcceleRATE system, what lengthy players are in FIFA 23, how to create them, and the top 25 best lengthy players in FIFA 23 you can get right now. So, without further ado, let’s dive into it.
What Is AcceleRATE in FIFA 23?
AcceleRATE is a new ‘mechanic’ of sorts that essentially defines players’ sprinting and acceleration style dependent on their Strength, Agility, Acceleration and Height stats. Have players meet or exceed specific stats in these and they’ll be an Explosive, Controlled, or Lengthy pace type.
Explosive players are incredibly fast at accelerating up to their top speed, but their max speed will be lesser than other players. They’re great for short burst sprints or one-on-one scenarios, but will struggle over greater distances.
Lengthy players start off slowly in terms of acceleration, but once they get into their stride can massively outpace other players on the pitch. Over long distances, lengthy players will almost always reign supreme in a footrace.