Is EA losing the FIFA name?

For 30 years, EA and FIFA have mutually benefited one another, but all that is about to change. Beginning in 2023, EA is ending its partnership with FIFA, and dropping its name from its annual soccer series. Instead, EA's series will now be named EA Sports FC.

Is EA losing the rights to FIFA?

The breakup means that EA's series will no longer be able to call itself FIFA—it will now be known as (the less catchy) EA Sports FC—and will lose access to global tournaments, following with the Women's World Cup in 2023. But it's FIFA that stands to lose the most from the parting.

What will EA call FIFA now?

Since EA has lost the naming rights for their beloved football simulation. They won't publish FIFA 24. Instead, the new FIFA will be released as EA Sports FC. We have summarized all confirmed news and the most important leaks about the new game for you.

Why is EA dropping FIFA name?

In an interview with the BBC, EA Sports vice president David Jackson says that the deal with FIFA wasn't just for the name, but included a set of licensing restrictions that EA no longer has to abide by. This could free the company to explore more interactive and fan-focused gameplay content.

Is this EA's last FIFA?

The game reached more than 10.3 million players during its first week, setting a record for the "biggest launch period" in the history of the FIFA series. Of note, FIFA 23 is the final entry in the series from EA bearing that name. 2023's game will be called EA Sports FC due to EA and FIFA breaking up.

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Why is FIFA ending?

The FIFA video game will be disappearing after the maker failed to strike a new licensing deal with world soccer's governing body. Instead, EA Sports FC will be introduced from 2023 after the company creates the final game in partnership with FIFA later this year.

Is EA shutting down FIFA 22?

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The Stadia versions of FIFA 21, FIFA 22, and FIFA 23 will all have their online functionality removed on January 18, 2023, alongside the Stadia versions of Madden 21 and Madden 22.

Why did EA lose FIFA rights?

Key Background. Tensions had built for months as EA and FIFA worked to hash out a new contract, according to the New York Times. A major point of contention was FIFA's demand to double its licensing fee, which was already $150 million a year, the Times reported.

Who will take over FIFA?

EA Sports has announced that FIFA 23 will be the very last in its long-running series of football video games - to be replaced by a new franchise called EA Sports FC.

What will FIFA 24 be called?

The first Fifa game was released by EA Sports in 1993 with newer and updated versions produced on a near yearly basis ever since. But after losing the naming rights, what would have been Fifa 24 will now be rebranded as EA Sports FC.

Has FIFA left EA?

That includes exclusive partnerships with the Premier League, La Liga, Bundesliga, Serie A, the MLS – and more to come." So, while FIFA 23 is the final FIFA game from EA, fans of the franchise should feel right at home with EA Sports FC from next year onwards.

Will FIFA 22 join EA Play?

As an EA Play member, you get great in-game content that lets you get more out of FIFA 22: including more ways to make your club stand out with the member-exclusive Cape Town Cheetahs Kit, Crest, Stadium Theme and Tifo.

Why will EA and FIFA split?

EA Sports wants to create its own game called EA Sports FC by ending its licensing agreement with FIFA. A representative for EA said the new game would be a defining moment for them. It will allow EA to provide fans with a more joyful, creative, progressive, and interactive experience.

Who will hold FIFA 2030?

The South American nations of Argentina, Chile, Paraguay and Uruguay have submitted a joint bid to host the 2030 FIFA World Cup, which will take place 100 years after the first tournament was held in Montevideo, Uruguay.

Who will hold FIFA 2026?

The 2026 World Cup will take place in three North American countries: the United States, Mexico, and Canada. This will be the first time that the tournament is hosted by three different nations and it will be the very first time that the event will be contested in Canada.

Will FIFA 23 be free?

Unfortunately for fans, no - FIFA 23 will not be free. This comes after EA announced Pre-Order packages for the game on the 20th of July 2022, which has confirmed that you will need to pay to obtain FIFA 23.

Will EA stop making FIFA games?

Electronic Arts has announced that it will cease making Fifa-branded football games next year. From 2023, the series will continue under a new brand, EA Sports FC.

What games are EA shutting down?

EA is removing three games from its online store. These games are Battlefield 1943, Battlefield: Bad Company, Battlefield: Bad Company 2. These games will be removed from the platform on April 28.

Are FIFA 14 servers still up?

FIFA 14 servers will be deactivated on October 18. This affects all versions of the game, including PC, PS3, PS4, Xbox 360, and Xbox One. FIFA 14 Ultimate Team will also be no longer accessible following this.

Will EA Sports FC have real teams?

Just because EA is losing the FIFA licence, that doesn't mean it also loses access to real teams, players and competitions – these are separate licensing deals that have nothing to do with FIFA. As such, EA Sports FC still promises to have a wealth of officially licensed clubs, leagues and tournaments.

Is FIFA being deleted?

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EA Sports has announced that FIFA 23 will be the last in its long-running series of football video games.

Why FIFA 23 is the last one?

The latest installment of FIFA 23 will be the last under the partnership between the two entities. After this release, all future games will cease using the FIFA name or branding, and the World Cup will also cease being a part of it as an official FIFA event. Instead, the game will be renamed EA Sports FC.

Will EA FC be free?

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Can I get FIFA 22 for free?

Players that are subscribed to Xbox Game Pass can now play FIFA 22 for free after its inclusion in June's release of free titles, along with Narak: Bladepoint and Far Cry 5. Players will be able to access all game modes including Career Mode, FIFA Ultimate Team, Pro Clubs and Volta Football from June 23, 2022.

Will FIFA 23 be in EA Play?

Try FIFA 23 and other new-release games for up to 10 hours, starting days before they launch. Unlock exclusive member-only rewards in new EA games, including XP boosts and FUT Packs in FIFA 23. Members get instant access to FIFA 22 and dozens of other great EA titles in The Play List.