'FIFA 15' patch rolls out to Xbox One, PS4, PC and older PS3, Xbox 360 consoles

EA Games just rolled out the third patch update for "FIFA 15" for Xbox One, PlayStation 4, and PC. Aside from bug fixes and updates, the new patch includes added content such as new players and kits. Added content is also delivered to PS3 and Xbox 360.

The patch addresses the camera bugs and stability issues that affect the smooth game experience of players. Before "FIFA 15" was launched, EA Games released a demo version of the game in an attempt to sweep the bugs, but not all issues were spotted during the testing stage. In particular, the PC version received criticisms due to the amount of problems found in the game.

What makes "FIFA 15" unique from its predecessors is the Ultimate Team feature, which enables players to sign loan players for a limited time in matches. Players can also access the game's database and create their own "Dream Team" or "Concept Squad."

Meanwhile, "FIFA 15: Holiday Edition" is now available for Xbox One in digital form. The holiday edition features the full game, EA Sports Football Club items, 2200 FIFA points, and Lionel Messi loan player for five games. The game costs $60 and will be available until Jan. 19, 2015. EA Games has not confirmed yet whether it will also release the version in Xbox 360, PlayStation 4, and PlayStation 3.

Below are the added contents and features included the full patch, according to EA Games:

Added Content & Features

  • New authentic player faces for promoted Barclays Premier League teams Leicester City, Burnley, and Queens Park Rangers. 
  • Added players, kits, and badges for the two new MLS expansion teams Orlando City and New York City FC to FIFA Ultimate Team
  • Updated FIFA Ultimate Team player item portraits for 18 high-profile players
  • Added ability to assign Player Instructions via the squad screen in FIFA Ultimate Team

Issues Addressed

  • Gameplay improvements to defensive positioning and lob through balls
  • Improvements to kit clashing logic in Pro Clubs and Seasons
  • Improvements to cameras in multiple licensed stadiums
  • Improvements to "Looking Ahead" audio and overlays in Career Mode
  • Improvements in Team Management functionality in multiplayer matches
  • General stability fixes in Career Mode
  • Ability to Player Lock in Player Career with multiple controllers in use
  • Fix to online user population counts in Pro Clubs and Seasons menus
  • Fix for issues with player names on certain kits in the BPL
  • Fix for audio storylines in in Match Day Live games
  • Fixed an issue where transferring progress across console generations could cause FUT Season progress to be tracked incorrectly.
  • Addressed FUT player item portraits that show a white background in FUT
  • Fixed an issue that would cause the Team of the Week preview to be displayed incorrectly.
  • Compare Price in the FUT Transfer Market now works for players who were transferred close to the transfer deadline.
  • Using the "Compare Price" feature on in-form Players Items now compares the item with other in-form versions instead of the normal version.

Xbox 360/PS3:

Added Content

  • New authentic player faces for promoted Barclays Premier League teams Leicester City, Burnley, and Queens Park Rangers.
  • Added players, kits, and badges for the two new MLS expansion teams Orlando City and New York City FC to FIFA Ultimate Team
  • Updated FIFA Ultimate Team player item portraits for 18 high-profile players

Issues addressed

  • Gameplay improvements to defensive positioning and lob through balls
  • Improvements to kit clashing logic in Pro Clubs and Seasons
  • Stability improvements to Career Mode and Co-op Seasons
  • Improvements to cameras in multiple licensed stadiums
  • Game Face stability fixes in Career Mode
  • Fixed an issue where transferring progress across console generations could cause FUT Seasons progress to be tracked incorrectly.
  • Compare Price in the FUT Transfer Market now works for players who were transferred close to the transfer deadline.
  • Using the "Compare Price" feature on in-form Players Items now compares the item with other in-form versions instead of the normal version.
  • Stability improvements when receiving invites for FUT Friendly Seasons.
  • Stability improvements at the end of FUT Single Player Seasons matches
  • Fixed undefined text on EASFC notifications for FUT Single Player Season promotions.
  • Fixed an issue that would cause the Team of the Week preview to be displayed incorrectly.
  • Improved stability when receiving FUT Online Friendlies invites.