FM16 Mastering Match Engines Part 1

Summary

In this episode of Bust Night, Rashidi shares his approach to starting a new season in Football Manager 16, emphasizing the importance of quickly understanding the match engine. He discusses his methods for setting up tactics, selecting teams, and testing different formations. Using Liverpool as his team, he explores a defensive strategy while avoiding complex team instructions at first. Throughout the video, Rashidi highlights his observations on player performances, passing dynamics, and tactical adjustments, all while encouraging viewers to document their findings as they play.

Takeaways

• 😀 Rashidi discusses his return to gaming after exams and highlights the release of FM16.
• 😀 He emphasizes the importance of understanding the new match engine quickly at the start of a season.
• 😀 The video details downloading logo packs from si.net for a visually appealing game setup.
• 😀 Rashidi recommends using Football Manager Touch for testing tactics without team jelling issues.
• 😀 He advises selecting a strong team (like Liverpool or Man City) to eliminate technical ability as a variable in testing tactics.
• 😀 The importance of choosing familiar tactics, such as 4-3-1-2 or 4-4-2, is emphasized for effective testing.
• 😀 Minimizing team instructions and using one shout at a time helps isolate the effects of tactical changes.
• 😀 He uses auto-saves to avoid losing progress due to game crashes.
• 😀 Rashidi stresses keeping detailed notes on match performance and tactical effectiveness for future reference.
• 😀 The video concludes with Rashidi's plan to experiment with various systems and share findings in future content.

Q & A

What is the primary goal of Rashidi's video?

The primary goal is to demonstrate how to start a season in Football Manager Touch (FM16) and understand the match engine quickly.

Why does Rashidi recommend using Football Manager Touch for testing tactics?

FM Touch allows players to experiment with tactics without the issue of team jelling, making it easier to evaluate the effectiveness of different systems.

What does Rashidi do to enhance the visuals of the game?

He downloads the latest logo packs from SI.net to ensure that the logos in the game look nice.

Which teams does Rashidi suggest selecting for testing tactics, and why?

He suggests teams like Liverpool, Chelsea, and Manchester City, as they have a solid chance of winning and allow for effective tactic testing without technical ability being a limiting factor.

What tactical formation does Rashidi start with, and what is its focus?

He starts with a 4-3-1-2 defensive formation to analyze how the match engine handles defensive setups.

How does Rashidi approach making tactical adjustments during the match?

He observes player behavior and performance before making strategic adjustments, such as changing passing styles and player roles.

What specific observation does Rashidi make regarding player passing during the match?

He notes that players, particularly Milner, are making risky passes that lead to turnovers, prompting him to adjust their passing instructions.

What does Rashidi emphasize about team instructions at the start of a match?

He emphasizes starting without team instructions to better understand how players interact on the field and to identify potential areas for improvement.

How does Rashidi document his findings from the match?

He keeps detailed notes on aspects like defensive passing, player performance, and tactical effectiveness to refine his strategies over time.

What future plans does Rashidi have for his gameplay and videos?

He plans to continue testing various formations and tactics while documenting his findings to share insights through his blog and YouTube channel.