Is FIFA losing its name?

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 FIFA?

We examine what will happen to EA Sports after losing the FIFA license and what we can expect from its next work, EA Sports FC, its spiritual successor. FIFA 23 will mark the definitive end of the collaboration between the organization headed by Gianni Infantino and EA Sports.

Will FIFA 23 be the last FIFA?

FIFA 23 has also been confirmed to be the last game in the series, leading to speculation about the future of the franchise. The franchise is not ending, but it will be undergoing a significant rebrand later this year.

Will FIFA still be called FIFA?

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.

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Is EA shutting down FIFA 22?

Every EA Game Being Shut Down in 2023

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.

What will happen to FIFA after 23?

2023's game will be called EA Sports FC due to EA and FIFA breaking up.

Why is Maradona being removed from FIFA?

According to Infobae, EA Sports signed with Stefano Ceci to obtain these rights, yet he was unable to prove in court that he owned them. Now, they belong to the lawyer Matias Morla and therefore EA Sports no longer have access to these rights.

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.

Is FIFA 23 the most realistic game?

Gameplay is more realistic than ever

FIFA 23 is as realistic as it gets. Players have unique running styles and shooting actions crafted exactly for their profile.

Is FIFA 23 good or bad?

FIFA 23 is one of the best FIFA games in recent memory, with some of this year's new features really helping to freshen up the annual experience. However, while the game is arguably a lot better than some of its more recent predecessors, there are still quite a few issues that EA needs to address.

Why is FIFA 23 so fast?

Thanks to HyperMotion2, EA Sports were able to introduce new running mechanics in FIFA 23. The devs created the AcceleRATE system that defines a player's running style and acceleration pattern in FIFA 23. Each player will fall into one of three AcceleRATE types: controlled, explosive, or lengthy.

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 rights will EA lose?

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.

Will Madden lose NFL license?

The Madden franchise will continue to be a part of the gaming universe for at least the next six years. NFL owners on Thursday approved an extension of their deal with Electronic Arts, continuing a relationship that has existed for 30 years.

Why can t you pack Maradona FIFA 22?

EA Sports confirmed to Mirror Football earlier this year that Maradona was removed from FIFA 22 following a third-party legal dispute in March, and the late footballer has not been added back for FIFA 23. Maradona sadly passed away aged 60 in November 2020.

Why Pelé is not in FIFA 23?

Many FIFA 23 fans might have doubts regarding Pele's cards because of how EA Sports treats death. There have been incidences earlier in the year where particular cards were removed from Ultimate Team due to tragedies like death and terminal illnesses.

Why is Brazil not in FIFA 23?

The FIFA World Cup mode has managed Brazil's absence in FIFA 23. It's quite clear that Brazil has been missing since FIFA 23 was released. While players from the nation are present in their official clubs, the national team is not on the list of teams. This has been largely due to licensing issues over image rights.

Why is FIFA finishing?

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 FIFA 24 coming out?

FIFA 24 (EA SPORTS FC 24) release date is predicted to be on September 29, 2023 for PlayStation 5, PlayStation 4, Xbox Series X/S, Xbox One, PC Windows (Steam), Google Stadia and Nintendo Switch platforms.

Will FIFA renew with EA?

The FIFA soccer video game that gamers have enjoyed for years will disappear after its maker failed to strike a new licensing deal with world soccer's governing body. Electronic Arts Sports will instead introduce a new game — EA Sports FC — for 2023.

Will FIFA continue without EA?

Today, we are proud to announce that this partnership has been extended until the end of 2022. The FIFA series has been an important aspect to the EA SPORTS family and we are thrilled that this relationship with FIFA will continue.

Who owns the FIFA license?

FIFA only ceded its name and allowed its product exclusive rights to the official elements of the World Cup, which they organize. However, getting the rest of the licenses has been the responsibility of the developer and its publisher, Electronic Arts.

How long will FIFA 22 last?

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