Why is FIFA changing 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

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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 does FIFA have to change its 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 FIFA 23 the last FIFA ever?

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 FIFA 23 changing its name?

Instead, the game will be renamed EA Sports FC. "EA SPORTS FC will allow us to realize this future and much more…but not before we deliver our most expansive game ever with our current naming rights partner, FIFA, for one more year," said EA Sports in the company's official statement.

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.

EA May Lose FIFA Name & License As FIFA Charges $1 Billion For Renewal & EA Refuses To Pay

Why did EA lose rights to FIFA?

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.

Why did EA drop FIFA?

They told us they wanted to see more commercial partners in the game that are representative and authentic to the broad global world of football.” In a blog post announcing the name change, EA said it was retaining its licensing arrangements with more than 19,000 players, 700 teams, 100 stadiums and 30 leagues.

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 EA done with FIFA?

The end of the deal with FIFA came after the football body reportedly raised its licensing fee demand from $150 million a year to $250 million — bring the total for the mooted four-year contract to $1 billion.

Why is FIFA stopping after 23?

More choice for football fans and gamers

Following the announcement, FIFA said ending its deal with EA Sports allows it to move to a non-exclusive gaming model and is engaging with publishers, studios and investors on the development of a new simulation football title for 2024.

Is FIFA 23 a success?

According to EA's CEO Andrew Wilson, FIFA 23 is currently set to be the biggest title in franchise history, with year-to-date net bookings from the FIFA franchise having grown by 4% and in North America alone, unit sales are up 50% year over year.

Is FIFA 23 broken?

7 General Bugs and Glitches

The FIFA series is renowned for its day-one bugs and glitches, and FIFA 23 is no different in this regard. Thankfully, there's nothing too game-breaking in this year's edition, with most of the glitches tending to be quite funny providing they don't trigger during a ranked online match.

Does FIFA 23 have World Cup mode?

See what's new in FIFA 23, with HyperMotion2 Technology, both men's and women's FIFA World Cup™ tournaments, cross-play features, and more.

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 replace FIFA 23?

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

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.

Is EA losing FIFA license?

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.

Why FIFA is better than PES?

FIFA has a clear advantage over PES. FIFA licenses for teams, players, and leagues, allowing the game to feature real-world teams and players, making the game feel more authentic. This is a major draw for fans of the sport, as they can play with their favourite teams and players.

Will EA FC be free?

EA SPORTS FIFA World, a new free-to-play game for PC, is entering a Global Open Beta.

What is FIFA old name?

The Fédération Internationale de Football Association (FIFA) was founded in the rear of the headquarters of the Union des Sociétés Françaises de Sports Athlétiques (USFSA) at the Rue Saint Honoré 229 in Paris on 21 May 1904.

What is FIFA 23 full name?

FIFA video game's new name: EA Sports FC

Instead, the game will be renamed 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.

What will FIFA lose?

EA Sports loses FIFA license, will change soccer video game to EA Sports FC in 2023 - CBS News.

Did anyone from FIFA go to jail?

The Department of Justice has not charged anybody at FIFA with bribery. Prosecutors have instead alleged racketeering, wire fraud, and money laundering conspiracies under the Racketeer Influenced and Corrupt Organizations Act (RICO) Act, which was intended for use against the Mafia.