Gameplay Balance: Extreme Line Height 95-100 & Pressure are Overpowered
Issue Overview:
A severe balancing flaw is currently affecting tactical gameplay regarding defensive approaches. When players set the Line Height slider to extreme values like 95 or 100, the team adopts an ultra-aggressive high defensive line focused heavily on setting offside traps. When stacked further with Constant Pressure tactics, this mechanic becomes excessively overpowered and unrealistic. Opponents find themselves choked out of possession, as almost every attempted pass is automatically flagged offside or intercepted due to the exaggerated automated spacing.
Competitive Impact & Gameplay Flaws:
- Unbalanced Automation: Combining maximum line height with aggressive pressure grants an unearned defensive lock down without requiring genuine manual positioning skill.
- Stifling Build-up Play: Completely shuts down opponent attacking creativity through automated offside traps and suffocating pitch coverage.
Recommended Fix:
Tune down and rebalance the effectiveness of extreme high defensive lines (95-100) and adjust their interaction with pressure tactics to restore fair tactical variety.