Alright, let's dive into this 4312 tactic, yeah? I'm gonna show you how I've been using it in my recent Division Rivals run, and then I'll break down the custom tactics and player instructions I'm using. Let me know in the comments if you dig this style of video, because I prefer showing you how I actually use the formation, rather than just telling you about it.
Formation Overview: The 4312
The 4312 is probably my favorite formation right now. I know I drop a lot of formation videos, but this one just clicks for me. It's especially effective against those five-at-the-back formations, like the 5212 or 541, which are probably the most broken meta formations right now. For a fullback formation, the 4312 and the 442 are my go-to. I've been wanting to try the 41212 narrow, but I really enjoy the 4312. I prefer it over the 41212 narrow because of the flat three in midfield. It attacks better and defends better, which is pretty ironic.
Gameplay Thoughts
Before we get into the tactics, let me give you my general thoughts on the game. I know a lot of people aren't liking it right now, and I get it – there are some broken things that need patching. But I'm actually enjoying it. Maybe it's because I don't care as much about winning anymore. I don't compete, so I don't rage when I lose. That helps me play more freely, which leads to better gameplay.
In terms of the gameplay itself, I actually really like it. The passing is atrocious and needs patching. It's so inconsistent. The gameplay is a little slow, and I prefer a quicker, more arcade-style game. But I don't think we're going to get that anymore. EA is pushing for realism, and if that's not going to change, there's not much I can do about it. Ultimate Team, as a game mode, is one of the best game modes on any game. It's so good.
Team and Player Instructions
Now, let's get into the good stuff. Here's the team I'm using, and then I'll show you the custom tactics.
- Formation: 4312
- Tactical Preset: High on the defensive approach
Here's a breakdown of the player instructions:
- Depth: 61. I'm loving the 61 depth.
- Strikers (Left and Right): Advanced Forward and Get in Behind. This makes them drift wide slightly, which is very nice.
- CAM (Middle): Playmaker and Balanced.
- CDM (Middle): Stay Back While Attacking and Cover Center. This player is your traditional number six.
- Right CM: Half Winger. This is so good.
- Left Back: Join the Attack. My left back bombs forward a lot.
- Right Back: Stay Back While Attacking. Because my right CM is a half winger, I use my right back as a fullback.
- Center Backs: One on Ball Playing Defender, the other on Default.
- Goalkeeper: Sweeper Keeper and Balanced.
That's the setup, yeah? Give it a try and let me know what you think!