EA FC 25 Just a Gimmick Evolution guide: Best players to use, all upgrades, requirements, and more

EA Sports has introduced the Just a Gimmick Evolution in EA FC 25 Ultimate Team as part of the TOTS promo, aimed at refining the talents of intelligent playmakers in defensive midfield roles. This Evolution isn’t just for flair — it empowers CDMs to embody their unique playing style while gaining elite-level boosts across key attributes.

Unlike free evolutions, this one costs 25,000 FC Coins or 100 FC Points to unlock. But with up to four stages of upgrades and game-changing PlayStyles, it’s one of the most transformative options for deep-lying midfielders this season.

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All requirements of the EA FC 25 Just a Gimmick Evolution

To be eligible for this Evolution, your selected player must meet the following criteria:

• Overall Rating: Max 92
• PlayStyles: Max 10
• PlayStyles+: Max 3
• Position: CDM

These tight requirements focus on technically sound, versatile defensive midfielders — ideal for modern, high-tempo squads.

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Best players to use in the EA FC 25 Just a Gimmick Evolution

EA FC 25 Just a Gimmick Evolution (Image via EA Sports/SK Gaming)

These are the most meta-relevant and EVO-compatible players recommended for this path:

• Yaya Touré Hero (87 CDM)
• Fred Winter Wildcards (87 CM)
• Carles Puyol Winter Wildcard Icon (90 CDM)
• Philip Billing Fantasy FC (92 CM)
• Fridolina Rolfö Winter Wildcards (89 CM)

These players already perform well in-game, but the EVO boosts take them to an entirely new level.

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All upgrades and challenges of the EA FC 25 Just a Gimmick Evolution

This Evolution includes four levels, each unlocking new stats, PlayStyles, and enhanced roles.

Level 1 upgrades

• Overall: +3
• Shooting: +6
• Passing: +5
• Jumping: +10
• PlayStyles: Anticipate, Press Proven

Level 2 upgrades

• Overall: +4
• Pace: +7
• Passing: +5
• Dribbling: +7
• Stamina: +7
• PlayStyle: Slide Tackle

Level 3 upgrades

• Defending: +10
• Skill Moves: +3
• PlayStyles+: Pinged Pass, Tiki Taka, Anticipate
• Role: Wide Half+

Level 4 upgrades

• Aggression: +10
• Strength: +7
• Weak Foot: +4
• Roles: Deep-Lying Playmaker++, Holding++

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All Just a Gimmick Evolution Challenges

Challenges for Just a Gimmick Evolution in EA FC 25 Ultimate Team (Images via EA Sports/SK Gaming)

Here’s what you’ll need to do to unlock each level of this premium Evolution:

Level 1 challenge

• Play one match in any mode using your active EVO player.

Level 2 challenge

• Play one match in any mode using your active EVO player.

Level 3 challenge

• Play two matches in any mode using your active EVO player.

Level 4 challenge

• Play two matches in Rush, Rivals, Champions, or Squad Battles at minimum Semi-Pro difficulty using your active EVO player.

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Is the EA FC 25 Just a Gimmick Evolution worth it?

Despite the misleading name, Just a Gimmick is far from a joke. It offers elite boosts for a position often underappreciated but crucial to gameplay. The Evolution strengthens defensive and playmaking traits, perfect for building a hybrid CDM that can dominate the midfield.

If you have one of the recommended players — or a hidden gem who fits the criteria — this Evolution is absolutely worth the FC Coins or Points. With four levels of powerful boosts, this is one of the best CDM evolutions in the TOTS promo.

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