Will EA Sports make FIFA?

(NASDAQ: EA) and the Fédération Internationale de Football Association(FIFA) have announced an extension of their existing licensing agreement until December 31, 2022. Under the terms of the agreement, EA SPORTS maintains exclusive rights to release FIFA-branded action and management videogames.

Will EA Sports still make 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.

Will FIFA 23 be the last FIFA?

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 making FIFA 2023?

Play as women's club teams for the first time in EA SPORTS FIFA history with the Barclays Women's Super League and Division 1 Arkema, and the UEFA Women's Champions League knockout stage coming to FIFA 23 in early 2023.

Is EA making the next FIFA?

The official EA Sports FC release date is not yet known, but we strongly assume that EA will release the new game in the same period as the previous FIFA games. That would be by the end of September or the beginning of October 2023.

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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.

Why is FIFA losing licenses?

FIFA was seeking more than double the fees it was already receiving for EA to use its name, the New York Times reported, and the two companies also battled over whether EA's exclusivity rights extended to areas beyond the game such as highlights, tournaments and non-fungible tokens.

Is FIFA ending contract with EA?

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 EA and FIFA splitting?

EA Sports wants to create its own game called EA Sports FC by ending its licensing agreement with FIFA. A representative for EA said the new game would be a defining moment for them. It will allow EA to provide fans with a more joyful, creative, progressive, and interactive experience.

Will FIFA continue without EA?

Today, we are proud to announce that this partnership has been extended until the end of 2022. The FIFA series has been an important aspect to the EA SPORTS family and we are thrilled that this relationship with FIFA will continue.

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 the most realistic game?

Gameplay is more realistic than ever

FIFA 23 is as realistic as it gets. Players have unique running styles and shooting actions crafted exactly for their profile.

Is FIFA 23 good or bad?

FIFA 23 is one of the best FIFA games in recent memory, with some of this year's new features really helping to freshen up the annual experience. However, while the game is arguably a lot better than some of its more recent predecessors, there are still quite a few issues that EA needs to address.

Why is Maradona being removed from FIFA?

According to Infobae, EA Sports signed with Stefano Ceci to obtain these rights, yet he was unable to prove in court that he owned them. Now, they belong to the lawyer Matias Morla and therefore EA Sports no longer have access to these rights.

Is FIFA 24 coming out?

FIFA 24 (EA SPORTS FC 24) release date is predicted to be on September 29, 2023 for PlayStation 5, PlayStation 4, Xbox Series X/S, Xbox One, PC Windows (Steam), Google Stadia and Nintendo Switch platforms.

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.

Is EA losing the FIFA name?

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.

Why is FIFA so expensive?

Fifa Ultimate Editions are typically more expensive than standard editions of the game because they offer extras such as more limited edition tradeable player items, extra Fifa points and access before the official launch.

Will EA lose FIFA license?

The FIFA soccer video game that gamers have enjoyed for years will disappear after its maker failed to strike a new licensing deal with world soccer's governing body. Electronic Arts Sports will instead introduce a new game — EA Sports FC — for 2023.

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.

Is FIFA 23 scripted?

Just be happy and play it at their terms, or stop playing the game. It's just a scripted game, and far from a football simulator.

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 happened to FIFA corruption?

On 21 December, the FIFA Ethics Committee banned both Sepp Blatter and Michel Platini for eight years from all football-related activity organised by FIFA after being found guilty of a £1.3 million ($2 million) "disloyal payment" made to Platini in 2011. Blatter said he would appeal the verdict.

When FIFA will be banned?

Decks cleared for India to host women's U-17 World Cup in October 2022. World football governing body FIFA on Friday lifted the ban imposed on the AIFF after the Supreme Court terminated the mandate of the Committee of Administrators (CoA), clearing the decks for India to host the Women's U-17 World Cup in October.

Why is FIFA 23 so fast?

Thanks to HyperMotion2, EA Sports were able to introduce new running mechanics in FIFA 23. The devs created the AcceleRATE system that defines a player's running style and acceleration pattern in FIFA 23. Each player will fall into one of three AcceleRATE types: controlled, explosive, or lengthy.