Why will FIFA change name?

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.

Why does FIFA have to change 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.

Will FIFA keep its name?

"The FIFA name is the only global, original title. FIFA 23, FIFA 24, FIFA 25 and FIFA 26, and so on — the constant is the FIFA name and it will remain forever and remain THE BEST."

Will FIFA 23 change 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.

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 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.

Is FIFA losing its 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 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.

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.

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.

Why did EA and FIFA split?

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 game will replace FIFA?

EA Sports FC Will Replace FIFA 24

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.

Will FIFA lose team names?

The only thing that EA would lose is the name itself, the logo, and the World Cup feature in-game. EA would not lose any players or team names, so a soccer game featuring everyone's favorite players and teams would not be in jeopardy.

What will EA call FIFA?

The FIFA video game franchise 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.

Who will replace EA in FIFA?

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

Is EA Sports FC going to be free?

EA SPORTS FIFA World, a new free-to-play game for PC, is entering a Global Open Beta. Join the 1.5 million fans who have already registered to play!

Will EA FC have real teams?

Will EA SPORTS FC have real football players, teams, and clubs? That means that, yes, EA SPORTS FC will have real players, teams, leagues, stadiums, and everything else you can think of. EA has confirmed that they've got more than 19,000 players, 700 teams, 100 stadiums, and 30 leagues coming in the new game.

Will FIFA release their own game?

FIFA has confirmed it will launch a rival game to Electronic Arts' newly announced EA Sports FC, after the pair confirmed they will split after nearly 30 years.

What will EA Sports FC be like?

EA said: "Fans will experience unrivalled authenticity with access to more than 19,000 fully licensed players, 700 teams and 30 leagues, with the support of over 300 global football partners that will allow further expansion into areas including both women's and grassroots football."

Why do I lose every FIFA game?

If you're losing, have a look at your possession stats. Chances are, you're losing the ball a lot in midfield. Slow down, breath, and make some passes to get this stat up.

Is Brazil removed from 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 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.

Can FIFA ban a player?

There are a few rules that we'd like you to be aware of for FIFA so you and other players have the best experience. We have these rules to keep things fun and fair for everyone that plays FIFA, and anyone that breaks them can get banned.

Will EA keep making FIFA games?

Video games publisher EA Sports has announced it will stop making Fifa branded football games from 2023. The company confirmed it is ending its partnership with the football governing body, but will continue to make football video games which, from 2023, will have a new name – EA Sports FC.

Did EA lose rights to Madden?

EA will remain in possession of the “Madden” license and development rights through at least 2026. The deal will allow EA to develop new games both in the “Madden NFL” franchise and outside it.