Knockout Royalty Packs Guide in FC 26
Knockout Royalty packs are limited-time FUT Store packs released during the FC 26 Knockout Royalty promo in EA Sports FC 26. While the promo is live, Knockout Royalty player items (including special Icons and Heroes) are added to the active pack pool. This guide breaks down the confirmed Knockout Royalty Store packs currently available in-game, including guarantees, item counts, and prices.
What Are Knockout Royalty Packs?
Knockout Royalty packs are standard FUT packs opened while Knockout Royalty items are in packs. Some Store packs include a guaranteed Knockout Royalty item, while others provide high rating floors designed to protect value. If a pack does not clearly state a Knockout Royalty guarantee, packing one is possible but never promised.
Confirmed Knockout Royalty Store Packs
The packs below are listed exactly as shown in the in-game Store, including guarantees and prices from the screenshots provided. All listed packs are untradeable unless stated otherwise.
| Pack Name | Pack Description (In-Game) | Price |
|---|---|---|
| Knockout Royalty Guarantee | Includes 10 Rare Gold Player Items, rated 85 or higher, with 2 guaranteed to be rated 87 or higher. Also includes 1 Knockout Royalty Item guarantee (including Heroes or Icons) guaranteed to be rated 88 or higher. All items untradeable. | 300,000 UT Coins or 1,500 FC Points |
| Rise Above Pack | Includes 12 Rare Gold Player Items, rated 85 or higher, with 6 guaranteed to be rated 86 or higher, 3 guaranteed to be rated 87 or higher, and 1 guaranteed to be rated 88 or higher. All items untradeable. | 450,000 UT Coins or 2,500 FC Points |
| Spectrum Encore Player Pick Pack | Includes 1 Encore Player Pick (Pick 2 of 5), rated 86 or higher, from select previous promos (excluding Heroes or Icons). Also includes 1 Team of the Week 1–22 Player Pick (Pick 1 of 5) rated 83 or higher, and 1 Rare Gold Player Pick (Pick 1 of 5) rated 87 or higher. All items untradeable. | 300,000 UT Coins or 1,500 FC Points |
What Can You Pack During Knockout Royalty?
While Knockout Royalty is live, packs can include:
- Knockout Royalty player items
- Knockout Royalty Icons and Heroes (from eligible packs)
- High-rated gold players for SBC fodder
- Standard gold players and consumables
Only packs that explicitly mention a Knockout Royalty guarantee will secure at least one promo item.
How to Approach Knockout Royalty Packs Smartly
- Open earned packs first (Rivals, Champions, Squad Battles)
- Prioritize guaranteed promo packs if spending coins
- Check rating floors — high guarantees protect fodder value
- Open during active SBC cycles to recycle duplicates
- Avoid chasing one specific Icon or Hero pull
Reality Check on Pack Value
High coin prices mainly reduce the risk of low-rated returns. They do not guarantee elite-tier Icons or top meta cards. The only true security comes from clearly stated guarantees, such as the 88+ Knockout Royalty item in the Knockout Royalty Guarantee pack.
Best Way to Maximize Value
- Time openings around repeatable upgrade SBCs
- Keep coins flexible for late-week content
- Use high-rated duplicates in Icon or promo SBCs
- Always check pack probabilities before purchasing
Quick Checklist
- Open packs only while Knockout Royalty items are live
- Focus on guaranteed promo packs if spending coins
- Judge packs by guarantees, not promo art
- Recycle duplicates efficiently
- Spend responsibly — don’t chase hype