How to obtain Signature and Holographic cards in FC 27
FC 27 introduces two new cosmetic card variants: Signature and Holographic cards. Holographic cards feature shimmering foil borders and can appear on any card type, while Signatures are rarer, replacing stats with a sign…
Background: card cosmetics before FC 27
Until last year, the Ultimate Team ecosystem offered two major card types: Basics and Promos. Promo cards stood out with different colors and stat boosts compared to the duller-looking base versions. This year, EA Sports expanded the cosmetic layer with two new variants — Signatures and Holographics — both officially revealed in gameplay showcases ahead of the game's launch.
What the two new variants look like
Holographic cards carry a special foil that makes their borders shine. The base design stays identical to the original version, but the shimmer sets them apart. Notably, every card in the game — even Gold Rares — can appear as a Holographic, though they seem quite rare in practice.
Signature items are a rarer form of Holographic and are even harder to acquire. These cards drop the standard player names and stats display; instead, the player's name appears in a signature form under the player's image. Here's the catch, though: Signatures offer no stat boosts, and the signature itself is fake — the one on Bellingham's special item isn't his, and the same applies to all other Signature cards. They are purely cosmetic collectibles.
The guaranteed path: FUT Gallery milestones
The game doesn't explain the best way to obtain these rare versions, so here are the guaranteed routes currently available, all tied to FUT Gallery levels:
- Level 10: Holographic Base Hero player pick
- Level 15: Holographic Base Icon player pick
- Level 20: 88+ Holographic Base Hero
- Level 25: 92+ Holographic Base Icon
One warning for players managing their budget: you can spend coins to boost your FUT Gallery level, but it's best to take your time and avoid wasting coins on EA tax.
Latest stage: where grinding stands
Beyond these milestones, the main method remains opening packs, though the odds appear quite low. Open enough packs over time and you should eventually land a few Holographic items naturally. For now, the pragmatic play is to progress through FUT Gallery levels at your own pace rather than burning coins, while treating Signatures as trophy pieces rather than upgrades to your squad.
FAQ (Frequently Asked Questions)
What are the new card types in FC 27?
FC 27 introduces two new cosmetic card variants: Holographic cards, which have a special shiny foil on the borders, and Signature cards, a rarer form of Holographic where the player's name appears in a signature form under the player image. Both are purely cosmetic — Signatures offer no stat boosts.
How can I get Holographic cards?
The guaranteed routes are FUT Gallery milestones: Level 10 gives a Holographic Base Hero player pick, Level 15 a Holographic Base Icon player pick, Level 20 an 88+ Holographic Base Hero, and Level 25 a 92+ Holographic Base Icon. Beyond that, opening packs is the main method, though the odds seem low.
How do I get Signature cards?
Signatures are even rarer and harder to acquire than Holographics. There is no guaranteed route mentioned; they drop from packs, so treat them as trophy collectibles rather than squad upgrades.
Do Signature cards give stat boosts, and are the signatures real?
No. Signature cards offer no stat boosts, and the signatures themselves are fake — for example, the signature on Bellingham's special item isn't actually his, and the same applies to all other Signature cards.
Should I spend coins to boost my FUT Gallery level?
The article warns against it: while you can spend coins to boost your FUT Gallery level, it's best to take your time and avoid wasting coins on EA tax. Progress at your own pace instead.
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