Building the perfect Squad Building Challenge (SBC) solution often feels like a complex math problem. Whether you are aiming for an 85-rated squad or trying to squeeze in your high-rated untradeables into a 90-rated requirement, getting the numbers right can save you thousands of coins. Use our SBC Combination Calculator below to find your exact squad rating.
Understanding the SBC Rating Formula
Most players assume that a squad rating is a simple average of the 11 players. However, EA uses a specific "Correction Factor" that rewards you for using players with ratings significantly higher than the average. This is why you can sometimes use a 90-rated player alongside several 83-rated players to reach an 85-rated requirement.
The Correction Factor Explained
The actual formula works in three primary steps:
- The Base Average: First, sum the ratings of all 11 players and divide by 11.
- The Difference Calculation: For every player whose rating is higher than that base average, calculate the difference (Player Rating - Base Average).
- The Final Adjustment: Sum those differences, divide by 11, and add it back to the base average. The final result is usually rounded down to the nearest whole number.
Common SBC Combinations
If you don't want to calculate every single time, here are some of the most efficient combinations used by the community to hit specific targets:
- 83 Rated Squad: 11x 83s OR 1x 84, 10x 82s.
- 84 Rated Squad: 2x 85s, 9x 83s OR 11x 84s.
- 85 Rated Squad: 1x 87, 2x 84, 8x 83s.
- 87 Rated Squad: 2x 89, 9x 86s OR 3x 88, 8x 86s.
Tips for Saving Coins
When using an SBC combination calculator, your goal should be "rating efficiency." High-rated cards (88+) are often disproportionately expensive compared to 83s and 84s. Always try to use your untradeable "fodder" first, then use the calculator to see the minimum rating required for the remaining slots to hit your target.
Remember that chemistry is no longer a factor in most squad rating requirements in modern iterations of the game, allowing you to focus purely on the numbers provided by this tool.