Mastering the 1 of 4 88+ Campaign Mix Player Pick SBC in FC 26
By Alfie Carrington••3 min read
FC 26 Ultimate Team players have a brand new reason to dive into the Squad Building Challenges menu today. The 1 of 4 88+ Campaign Mix Player Pick has officially arrived, offering a selection of high-rated cards from some of the most impactful promos of the season. This specific SBC pools together items from the festive Winter Wildcards, the innovative Time Warp, the elite TOTY Honorable Mentions, and the youth-focused Future Stars. With a minimum rating of 88 guaranteed, this is a premium opportunity to land a card that could redefine your starting XI as we approach the latter stages of the game cycle.
85-Rated Squad
Exchange an 85-Rated Squad.
29,500
33,750
Requirements
- •Team Rating: Min. 85
- •Min. 1 Players Team of the Week
86-Rated Squad
Exchange an 86-Rated Squad.
30,500
31,000
Requirements
- •Team Rating: Min. 86
87-Rated Squad
Exchange an 87-Rated Squad.
46,000
43,500
Requirements
- •Team Rating: Min. 87
To unlock this player pick, you must complete three distinct challenges, each with its own set of requirements. While the focus is clearly on the final reward, the intermediate rewards shouldn't be overlooked. You will earn a Small Prime Electrum Players Pack, a standard Gold Pack, and a Jumbo Gold Pack. These packs provide a mix of gold and silver players, giving you the chance to restock your club with fodder or potentially pull additional promo items to offset the overall cost of the SBC.
- Winter Wildcards: These items often feature position swaps and unconventional stat boosts, making them versatile additions to any squad.
- Time Warp: A unique campaign that revisits past impacts or introduces modern twists to established stars.
- TOTY Honorable Mentions: Cards for players who performed at a world-class level throughout the calendar year but just missed the final Team of the Year XI.
- Future Stars: Representing the brightest young talents in world football, these cards have massive boosts reflecting their career potential.
Analysis: Is the 88+ Campaign Mix Worth the Cost?
From a value perspective, the inclusion of TOTY Honorable Mentions is the biggest draw for most players. These cards represent the pinnacle of current performance, while Future Stars highlights the explosive potential of wonderkids. The SBC is currently priced at approximately 106,000 on consoles and 108,250 on PC. Considering the 0 value and the fact that Icons and Heroes are excluded, the floor for your rewards is relatively high at 88 OVR. This makes it an excellent choice for players with high-rated untradeable duplicates who want to roll the dice on a top-tier promo player.
Frequently Asked Questions
- Can I get Icons or Heroes from this player pick?
- No, this specific Player Pick specifically excludes Icons and Heroes, focusing entirely on Winter Wildcards, Time Warp, TOTY HM, and Future Stars items.
- Is the 1 of 4 88+ Campaign Mix Player Pick repeatable?
- This SBC is repeatable once, meaning you can complete it a total of one time before it expires.
- When does this SBC expire?
- The SBC is scheduled to expire on March 25, 2026, at 6:00 PM UTC.
