A New Era for Football Gaming When EA Sports announced in 2022 that its long-running partnership with FIFA was ending, the football gaming world held its breath. After 30 years of “FIFA” branding, the series rebranded as EA Sports FC in 2023. The first entry, FC 24, was a cautious step forward; FC 25 refined the formula but still felt like it was finding its feet. Now, EA Sports FC 26 arrives with more confidence, a sharper identity, and a commitment to player-driven improvements. This year, EA has focused less on flashy gimmicks and more on refining the fundamentals: smarter AI, a reworked gameplay flow, deeper Career Mode, and more inclusive Ultimate Team features. Set for release on September 26, 2025, FC 26 will launch on PC, PlayStation 4, PlayStation 5, Xbox One, Xbox Series X/S, Nintendo Switch, Nintendo Switch 2, and Amazon Luna. It aims to deliver the most authentic and customizable football experience in the series’ history.