New Star Scout Added in Extra Time
EA Sports FC Mobile has introduced a new version of Star Scout in Extra Time, this time themed around the Festive Fixtures event. While the core mechanics remain similar to the Star Scout used during Glorious Eras, this version comes with important changes in currency, player pool, and refresh mechanics.
This update gives users another strategic way to spend event tokens and target high-OVR players during the Festive Fixtures promo.
What’s New in Festive Fixtures Star Scout
The Festive Fixtures Star Scout works on the same clue-based scouting system but with a few key differences
Uses Festive Fixtures Tokens instead of Extra Time Tokens
Player OVR range is 110 to 115 OVR
Free refresh is available and does not require gems
Festive Fixtures Tokens can be earned through
- Daily Picks
- FC Mobile TV
- Trivia
This makes the mode accessible even for users who are not heavily spending resources.
Where to Find Star Scout
You can access Star Scout from the Extra Time section of the game. It appears as a dedicated tab alongside other Extra Time picks and offers.
Each Star Scout run focuses on one Mystery Player within a defined OVR range. Your goal is to reveal clues and decide whether the player is worth purchasing.
How Star Scout Works - Step by Step
1. Clue Reveals and Costs
Each Mystery Player comes with up to 6 clues.
- 1st clue - Free
- 2nd clue - 200 Tokens
- 3rd clue - 300 Tokens
- 4th clue - 400 Tokens
- 5th clue - 500 Tokens
- 6th clue - 600 Tokens
If you choose to reveal all six clues, the total cost after the free first reveal is:
200 + 300 + 400 + 500 + 600 = 2,000 Tokens
You are not forced to reveal all clues. You can stop at any point and make a decision based on the information you already have.
2. Types of Clues You Can Get
Each clue can reveal one of the following details
- Team
- OVR
- Position
- Program (event)
- Tradability
- Nation
Clues are revealed randomly. There is no fixed order, meaning any clue tile can show any type of information. This randomness adds an element of risk and strategy to the system.
3. Interacting With Clue Boxes
To reveal a clue
Tap on any clue box on the grid
Swipe to reveal the information
Every revealed clue updates the Mystery Player details on the right side, gradually narrowing down which card is behind the silhouette.
4. Buying the Mystery Player
You do not need to unlock all clues to purchase the Mystery Player.
At any point, you can choose to buy the player using Festive Fixtures Tokens. The final purchase cost depends on the OVR range of the Mystery Player, with higher OVR players requiring more tokens.
This allows users to balance risk and reward depending on how much information they want before committing tokens.
5. Refreshing the Mystery Player
Each Star Scout run is tied to a single Mystery Player for a limited time.
An automatic refresh occurs once the timer expires
A manual refresh option is also available if you want to reroll immediately
Unlike earlier versions, this refresh does not require gems, making it easier to cycle through players until you find a desirable option.
Possible Rewards
The Mystery Player pool can include
Festive Fixtures event players
Other program cards within the defined OVR range
Both tradable and untradable cards, depending on revealed clues
The clue system helps you identify whether the potential reward matches your squad needs before making a purchase.
Why Festive Fixtures Star Scout Is Interesting
This version of Star Scout adds depth and decision-making to token usage
You control how many clues to reveal
You can back out if the clues don’t match your expectations
Token costs increase gradually, offering flexibility
High OVR potential up to 115 OVR makes it worth considering
Instead of relying purely on luck like standard picks, Star Scout rewards planning, patience, and smart resource management.