Started playing on PS5 two weeks ago

I have always played MUT on PS4 and just finally bought a PS5 about two weeks ago. Before that I was still playing MUT23 because I saw zero reason to play 24 on old gen since all of the new abilities aren’t in that version. I had my H2H game down pretty well on old gen but current gen is a completely different gameplay. I’m enjoying the change for sure but wondering if you guys could give me some opinions about some of the less obvious WR & QB abilities?

What kind of stack are people using on QB’s?

I’ve read that Gift Wrapped is necessary but I haven‘t used it yet and have only had a few drops specifically from knockouts. 

WR’s and TE’s don’t seem like they need route running abilities as much to get open since most defenses I’ve seen are zone and there are usually holes. Is that why ball carrier abilities are being used more on WR’s? 

Thanks for any opinions or experience you guys can share!

For QB stacks, SFL/PLE is still a must have. Gunslinger is another popular ability but you can get away with not using it on most throws if your QB has Trad 4. Most people need GS with any other release. If you haven't guessed already, Trad 4 is considered the best release this year. Of course, GS still helps on Trad 4 qbs if you have ap available. HRM is another popular ability. Though now that there are cards who get the various apprentice abilities for 0 ap, this is another place you can save ap if you use those players.

Not sure if it's a must have but roaming deadeye is very cheesy if you roll out a lot.

Last I saw, most comp players seem to be of the opinion that gift wrapped is a necessary ability for qbs. Most people on here that I would trust with gameplay advice also seem to think it's a must have. It's most noticeable with high balls since it's practically necessary if you want to complete those.

Yeah, it's mostly a zone meta this so most of the route running abilities are just ok. They still have their uses but you don't need them. That might change if man ever suddenly becomes meta but I sorta doubt that will happen this year. Abilities like jukebox and evasive just provide more value for yac opportunities than the route running abilities provide against the occasional man player.

Breakluna said:

For QB stacks, SFL/PLE is still a must have. Gunslinger is another popular ability but you can get away with not using it on most throws if your QB has Trad 4. Most people need GS with any other release. If you haven't guessed already, Trad 4 is considered the best release this year. Of course, GS still helps on Trad 4 qbs if you have ap available. HRM is another popular ability. Though now that there are cards who get the various apprentice abilities for 0 ap, this is another place you can save ap if you use those players.

Not sure if it's a must have but roaming deadeye is very cheesy if you roll out a lot.

Last I saw, most comp players seem to be of the opinion that gift wrapped is a necessary ability for qbs. Most people on here that I would trust with gameplay advice also seem to think it's a must have. It's most noticeable with high balls since it's practically necessary if you want to complete those.

Yeah, it's mostly a zone meta this so most of the route running abilities are just ok. They still have their uses but you don't need them. That might change if man ever suddenly becomes meta but I sorta doubt that will happen this year. Abilities like jukebox and evasive just provide more value for yac opportunities than the route running abilities provide against the occasional man player.

Thanks for the response and breakdown. Sounds like I’m kind of on the right track at least. I haven’t even tried throwing high balls, I’m sooooo used to throwing to the open receiver and possession catching so stuff doesn’t get knocked out as easy. Might have to try Gift Wrapped if I start figuring out how to throw high passes.

I also have to get better at juking again. Ball carrier moves were damn near pointless on old gen in MUT23 with the exception of trucking with massive ball carriers sometimes.

I made the switch in about december, way different game and a way different meta.

Man coverage is in the gutter, and it’s a lot less “spam meta blitz” like in 23 with dollar. Always run lurk artist on your backers, it’s basically just lurker from what I’ve picked up. I can’t stress enough how good Freeforming your passes are. Can turn ints into touchdowns with the right pinpointing.

I don’t know if you’ve seen it, but buy the 96 Bo’s. Great value and great on the offense. 

Other than that, you should be alright. You’ll pick it up sooner or later

SlowAndSteady said:

Thanks for the response and breakdown. Sounds like I’m kind of on the right track at least. I haven’t even tried throwing high balls, I’m sooooo used to throwing to the open receiver and possession catching so stuff doesn’t get knocked out as easy. Might have to try Gift Wrapped if I start figuring out how to throw high passes.

I also have to get better at juking again. Ball carrier moves were damn near pointless on old gen in MUT23 with the exception of trucking with massive ball carriers sometimes.

Yeah juking is pretty op this year. Also players who weigh under 248 pounds get the fastest juke animations. It's a big enough deal that you'll see people opt for TEs and HBs that stay under that threshold.

Also you may have noticed this but strip fumbles are actually pretty viable this year. I believe I've seen more strip fumbles this year than hit stick fumbles. Just something that can be helpful if you don't know it since I know in some previous years going for a strip isn't that effective.

Gamingwithcalvin said:

I made the switch in about december, way different game and a way different meta.

Man coverage is in the gutter, and it’s a lot less “spam meta blitz” like in 23 with dollar. Always run lurk artist on your backers, it’s basically just lurker from what I’ve picked up. I can’t stress enough how good Freeforming your passes are. Can turn ints into touchdowns with the right pinpointing.

I don’t know if you’ve seen it, but buy the 96 Bo’s. Great value and great on the offense. 

Other than that, you should be alright. You’ll pick it up sooner or later

Thanks for the tips! I played a handful of games this morning and I’m getting more comfortable already. Just trying to get used the angles and movement takes some time.