Avoid these categories unless you plan to sell the players quickly for profit.
| Position | Best Growth Type | Why? | | :--- | :--- | :--- | | | Late Bloomer (Type 3) | GKs peak late IRL. A 34-year-old Type 3 GK has 99 Goalkeeping skills. | | Fullback (RB/LB) | Late / Sustained (Type 5) | Speed is vital. Type 5 preserves Acceleration & Stamina. | | Centre Back (CB) | Standard (Type 2) | You need consistency. No massive drops. Type 2 CBs are rocks. | | Central Midfielder (CM) | Type 5 or Standard | If he’s a playmaker (Xavi style) = Type 5. If he’s a destroyer (De Jong) = Standard. | | Winger (LWF/RWF) | Early Peak | Most wingers lose pace after 28. Use Early Peak, then sell at 26. | | Striker (CF) | Late / Sustained (Type 5) | This is the money maker. A Type 5 CF (Totti, Klose) will score 40+ goals until age 36. |
To maximize the best growth types (specifically Late Bloomers), you must utilize the feature.
A balanced approach. Players grow steadily and peak around 26-28. pes 2013 growth type best
They follow a highly predictable developmental curve with a long, stable peak window. Best for: All-round squad players and reliable starters. 3. Early/Lasting
: Ideal if you need immediate impact. These players develop rapidly at a young age and hold their peak for a long time, though they may not reach the absolute highest stat ceiling of "Late" bloomers. Standard/Lasting
Players start strong at a young age but avoid the typical rapid decline of standard "Early Peak" talent. Best for: Wonderkids and elite young wingers. Growth Types to Avoid Avoid these categories unless you plan to sell
Growth types represent the development speed and longevity of a player's career. While individual skills determine a player's quality, the growth type sets the "power curve" for their entire career.
: Similar to Late/Lasting but with a much shorter window at the top. They take a long time to get good and then decline shortly after hitting their max potential. Key Factors for Maximizing Growth
| Rank | Growth Type | Nickname | Best For | Peak Age | Lifespan Score | | :--- | :--- | :--- | :--- | :--- | :--- | | | Type 6 | Gradual Decline | CB, GK, DMF | 26 - 37 | 10/10 | | 2 | Type 4 | Late Peak | CAM, SS, CF | 30 - 34 | 9/10 | | 3 | Type 2 | Early/Constant | RWF, LWF, RB, LB | 24 - 29 | 7/10 | | 4 | Type 3 | Standard | CM, CF | 28 - 31 | 6/10 | | 5 | Type 5 | Late/Constant | Utility subs | 32 - 35 | 8/10 * | | 6 | Type 1 | Early Peak | Super-subs only | 22 - 25 | 2/10 | | 7 | Type 7 | Sudden Decline | DO NOT SIGN | 26 - 28 | 1/10 | A 34-year-old Type 3 GK has 99 Goalkeeping skills
Reliable mid-career players; maintain through high match ratings.
They develop steadily like the Standard type but refuse to regress. Their prime years stretch comfortably until they are 32 or 33 years old.