Why won t FIFA be called FIFA anymore?

EA splits from FIFA—will rebrand as EA Sports FC

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.

Will FIFA no longer be named 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.

Why is FIFA changing 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 23 be named FIFA?

“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. “The interactive gaming and esports sector is on a path of unrivalled growth and diversification.

Why did EA and FIFA break up?

While the story behind this break-up is yet to fully emerge, it is widely thought to be caused by a dispute over how to divide up revenue. EA is believed to be making a third of its $5.6 billion annual revenues from this game alone, and FIFA apparently wanted a much bigger slice.

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Did FIFA lose their license?

They provided the license, but they have lost the muscle. When the news broke in May 2022, Gianni Infantino, the head of the organization, rushed to the news to declare that "the only authentic, real game that has the FIFA name will be the best one available for gamers and football fans".

What happens to FIFA after FIFA 23?

Of note, FIFA 23 is the final entry in the series from EA bearing that name. 2023's game will be called EA Sports FC due to EA and FIFA breaking up.

Will FIFA 24 come out?

As of yet, there is no specific release date for EA Sports' next football game. FIFA 23 was released on September 27, 2022 and there's a strong chance the upcoming edition will be coming out at a similar time of year in 2023.

Is FIFA 23 better than FIFA 22?

In this comparison, FIFA 23 fares much better than FIFA 22. And if you do not have any of these games yet, and are wondering which one is worth investing in the most – choose the unimaginably epic gameplay in FIFA 23.

Who will take over FIFA after EA?

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.

Will EA ever stop making FIFA?

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.

What game is replacing FIFA?

EA Sports FC game modes

EA has confirmed that FIFA fans can expect to see all of their favourite game modes feature in EA Sports FC, as well as some new ones.

Is FIFA 23 the final FIFA?

FIFA 23 features both men's and women's World Cup game modes, replicating the 2022 FIFA World Cup and the 2023 FIFA Women's World Cup. The 2022 FIFA World Cup mode was released on 9 November for all platforms except for the Nintendo Switch Legacy Edition.

Will FIFA 23 be good?

On the pitch, the game of football is good – better in many ways than FIFA 22. Animations are smooth and varied, there's more free-flowing action and more variety in player types. Yet, everything else feels half-baked.

Is FIFA being shut down?

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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.

Is it worth upgrading from FIFA 22 to FIFA 23?

FIFA 23 is a significant upgrade from FIFA 22, with the game featuring best-in-class graphics, responsive gameplay, cross-play, women's domestic leagues and much more besides.

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.

Can FIFA 23 play with FIFA 22?

In FIFA 22, even those playing on different generations of the same platform couldn't play together. Read on for all the details on cross-platform play in FIFA 23, the latest football sim title.

Will FIFA 23 be crossed?

Cross-play Overview

PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X|S, Stadia, and PC versions of FIFA 23 will be cross-play compatible with one another, and PlayStation 4 and Xbox One versions of FIFA 23 will be cross-play compatible with one another.

Does FIFA 22 carry over?

You can't transfer your FIFA Points from FIFA 22 to FIFA 23 using the FUT Web or Companion Apps. Log in to FIFA 23 on your console or PC to transfer your FIFA Points, then you'll see them on the apps. The one-time Points transfer from FIFA 22 to FIFA 23 ended on December 31, 2022.

Will FIFA 23 be free?

Is FIFA 23 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.

Did EA lose the rights to call it FIFA?

EA Sports game series drops FIFA name

In a statement announcing the rebrand, EA Sports said future editions of the game would retain the rights to the likenesses of 19,000 players across 700 teams as well as 100 stadiums and 30 leagues under 300 licensing deals with other organisations.

Is FIFA 23 changing its name?

The latest installment of FIFA 23 will be the last under the partnership between the two entities. After this release, all future games will cease using the FIFA name or branding, and the World Cup will also cease being a part of it as an official FIFA event. Instead, the game will be renamed EA Sports FC.