Why didn't FIFA renew with EA?

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.

Did FIFA cancel their deal with EA?

In a press release on the decision, EA stated that licensing deals remain in place with 19,000 players, 700 teams, and more than 30 leagues from around the world, as well as with UEFA, which means the Champions League will still be a part of the game, although the World Cup will not.

Will EA Sports FC have licenses?

The game itself and its most popular modes are expected to remain the same, while EA will continue to use their licenses for 9,000+ players, 700+ teams, 100+ stadiums and 30 leagues to make the game as realistic as possible.

Will there be FIFA 2023 game?

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.

Is EA Sports FC going to be free?

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Is FIFA 22 free with EA membership?

FIFA's addition now means that all of EA Sports' 2021 titles – FIFA 22, Madden NFL 22, NHL 22 and F1 2021 – are available as part of an EA Play subscription.

Who will replace EA in FIFA?

FIFA Replacement 'EA Sports FC' Officially Unveiled. Nintendo Life.

Why is EA and FIFA splitting?

That's not to say EA Sports didn't want to continue the partnership. The company saw no need to unnecessarily jeopardise its most profitable series, but it did want more freedom. Specifically, it wanted to do more with its games, stage esports tournaments, and release non-fungible tokens (NFTs) based on FIFA.

What does EA losing FIFA mean?

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.

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 FIFA 24 be called?

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.

How long does EA own the NFL license?

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.

Will FIFA create their own game?

FIFA has vowed to make its own video game after EA Sports said on Tuesday that it would no longer make titles in partnership with world football's governing body. EA has said it will continue to make football video games, but from 2023 they will come under a new banner: EA Sports FC.

Why did EA lose FIFA license?

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.

How much did FIFA want from EA?

According to the New York Times, FIFA wanted double its usual licence fee, from US$500 million every four years to US$1 billion. EA will release its new brand of soccer video game, EA Sports FC, in 2023.

What games did EA cancel?

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Why can't EA use FIFA?

Why Have EA and FIFA Parted Ways? Although EA is synonymous with FIFA, it costs the game company around $150 million per year to license the FIFA brand, with the last deal signed in 2013.

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.

Why did EA stop FIFA Manager?

The video game publisher said it will stop making FIFA-branded games. According to The BBC, the cost of the license was the driving force behind the decision for EA Sports, which debuted its first FIFA game in 1993. EA Sports will continue with soccer games, but starting in 2023, they will be known as EA Sports FC.

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.

Will EA update FIFA 22?

FIFA 22 is nearly at the end of its life cycle now, with FIFA 23 set to be released to the world on the 30th of September 2022 - however, we're still receiving regular updates on the game.

Will FIFA 23 be included in EA Play?

EA Play members get more FIFA 23, including a 10-hour game trial and awesome rewards all season long.

What happens if you buy FIFA 22 with EA Play?

Members can access exclusive in-game challenges and rewards, unlock special member-only content, play early trials of brand-new titles, and get instant access to a collection of our best-loved series and top titles. Plus, members also save on EA digital purchases including FIFA Points, with a 10% member discount.

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.

Why is FIFA no longer called 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.