Beyond consolidating transfer markets, there have been no major changes made to FIFA 23 Coins morally questionable approach to microtransactions. However, I noticed that the ratings are increasing during the spectacle which makes it feel more like a one-armed bandit...
Despite the constant pressure of regulators, microtransactions that allow players to win are in fact, an issue with FIFA 23. Loot boxes can be found in the form of player-filled cards in FIFA's most popular Ultimate Team mode. You can buy FIFA Points by purchasing bundles beginning at PS0.79 which is equivalent to 100 FIFA Points up to a staggering PS79.99 worth of 12,000 FIFA Points. The Premium Gold Pack costs 150 FIFA Points. It includes 12 gold-rated players as well as consumables which can be used within the game or sold through trade markets for transfers.
In terms of the policy of the company, EA told Eurogamer that FUT's Lootboxes "are an aspect to FIFA that players love," and that "giving players the choice to spend on their own if they choose to are fair." It doesn't have plans to change its policy towards "surprise mechanics" unless laws are passed which force it to. This doesn't make the situation any better however it is worth noting that, because laws, you are able to put limits on your weekly FIFA points and pack being opened in Ultimate Team, and see the chance of receiving an extremely rated player prior to opening an actual pack. FIFA 23 also features time-limited Preview Packs which allow you to look over the contents of a pack prior to deciding to purchase it, however it's only currently available for the single pack which refreshes every day.
FIFA 23 is a rousing closing song to the series (under its current name, at least) with a refreshing emphasis on the theater. FUT Moments, action replays and viral-friendly game design tweaks like Power Shots make it a more thoughtful, memorable game of football simulation, featuring intentional defending and plenty of drama and goals. However, EA's Spartan approach to modes that do not generate money means buy FIFA 23 Coins is an all-too-familiar beast to previous years, and Ultimate Team's offensive focus on microtransactions continues to take all the fun out of the game