Why did EA drop FIFA?

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.

Why is EA dropping FIFA?

FIFA, one of the most popular video game franchises, will be renamed EA Sports FC after the game's publisher, Electronic Arts Inc., failed to reach a new licensing agreement with the world soccer governing body of the same name.

Is EA discontinuing FIFA?

Long story short: yes, FIFA 23 will be the last FIFA-branded game that EA Sports makes for the foreseeable future. However, EA Sports will continue making football games, with their next one due to be called EA Sports FC - and it sounds like this rebranded effort will contain a lot of familiar elements for fans.

Is FIFA 23 the last one?

While the current contract expires after the 2022 World Cup, EA Sports and FIFA agreed to extend the current deal through the FIFA Women's World Cup in July and August 2023 to include one final edition.

What will replace FIFA?

EA Sports FC Will Replace FIFA 24

Everyone will probably be saying "FIFA" for quite a while. After all, EA has been releasing "a new FIFA" for over 30 years. In the end, the process of ending the partnership was also due to the huge sums that the World Football Federation is said to have demanded from EA.

The End Of EA Sports...? (They Lost FIFA)

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.

Why is EA changing FIFA name?

EA Sports will rename their popular FIFA game series after they failed to extend their partnership with world football's governing body. The Athletic revealed in October that EA Sports were considering renaming their gaming series and it has now been revealed it will be called EA Sports FC from 2023.

Who will take over FIFA game?

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.

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.

What will happen to FIFA after 23?

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

What will FIFA be called in 2024?

Why FIFA 24 will be called EA Sports FC. One thing to keep in mind is that the next game won't actually be called FIFA 24 and will instead rebranded to EA Sports FC. The new name is the result of EA Sports and FIFA ending their 20-year partnership.

Will FIFA 23 come?

FIFA 23 releases worldwide September 30, 2022 on PlayStation®5, PlayStation®4, Xbox Series X|S, Xbox One, PC, and Stadia.

Will FIFA 23 have real players?

Will EA Sports FC have real players? Yes, EA has confirmed that official leagues, teams, players and stadiums will all be available in EA Sports FC. The publisher will bring a unique licensing portfolio to the new franchise, featuring over 19.000 players, 700 teams, 100 stadiums and 30 leagues.

Will the NFL ever drop EA?

The current contract was set to expire after the 2021 season. The extension means that EA Sports will continue to be the league's exclusive publisher of football simulation games through 2026.

What games did EA cancel?

EA cancels mobile Apex Legends and Battlefield games, shutters Industrial Toys studio.

Will EA ever be bought?

So far, Electronic Arts has not revealed any plans to go under the hammer. Potential bidders are likely to wait to see how the Microsoft-Activision deal plays out with regulators before making any move of their own. Microsoft and Activision are aiming to close the transaction by 2023.

Will FIFA 23 have World Cup mode permanently?

No, only the FIFA World Cup™ Player Items will be limited time. This will be marked by the blue timer icon on the bottom-right portion of the Item. All other FIFA World Cup™ Campaign Player Items and historical content will be permanent.

Is FIFA 23 mixed gender?

FIFA 23 brings more diversity to the pitch with female officials in the game for the first time, with mixed gender officiating teams in FUT, Pro Clubs, and beyond.

Will Maradona be in FIFA 23?

This led to a court ruling that Ceci was not in a position to deal with the image rights and these legal problems left EA having to remove Maradona from the game. He is not the only Icon to not feature in FIFA 23 as another seven are missing from the line-up.

How much will FIFA 23 cost?

FIFA 23 Standard Edition vs.

The Standard Edition will cost $59.99 (£59.99), consistent with most major video game releases.

How long will FIFA 23 last?

While the current contract expires after the 2022 World Cup, EA Sports and FIFA agreed to extend the current deal through the FIFA Women's World Cup in July and August 2023 to include one final edition.

How much is 4600 FIFA Points?

These FIFA Points Got Removed In FIFA 23

EA has removed the 250 FIFA Points ($2.49), 750 FIFA Points ($7.49), 2200 FIFA Points ($19.99) and the good old 4600 FIFA Points ($39.99).

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 host FIFA 2038?

According to Dr. Thompson, as part of the long-term development plan, Ghana plans to host international events like the World Cup and Olympic Games.

Who will host FIFA 2027?

This week, on the latest episode of TV Brasil's Sem Censura, Brazil's Sports Minister Ana Moser announced the country's bid to host the Women's FIFA World Cup in 2027.