Mastering the fundamental controls is your first step to becoming a street legend. Movement is fluid and responsive, allowing for quick changes in direction. Use the left analog stick to move your player. The right analog stick is crucial for executing skill moves, which we'll delve into later. Passing is done with the 'X' (PlayStation) or 'A' (Xbox) button, while shooting is 'Circle' (PlayStation) or 'B' (Xbox). Remember to hold the pass or shoot button for more power. Sprinting is activated by holding 'R2' (PlayStation) or 'RT' (Xbox), but be mindful of your stamina. Defensive controls involve 'X'/'A' for standing tackle and 'Square'/'X' for slide tackle. Practice these basic movements in the tutorial or a quick match to get a feel for the game's physics and responsiveness.
