Later this year, EA Sports FC 25 will make its debut, and football gaming enthusiasts are eager to see how EA Sports will build on FC 24. While new features, teams, Career Mode challenges, and Ultimate Team adjustments are anticipated, details on what EA has planned are still mostly under wraps.
The official release date for EA Sports FC 25 adheres to the tradition of launching at the end of September, with the game set to come out on September 27, 2024. As usual, pre-ordering the game will grant early access, allowing players to start their experience a week ahead on September 20.
In the UK, the standard edition is priced at £59.99, and in the U.S., it costs $69.99. The Ultimate Edition is available for £89.99 in the UK and $99.99 in the U.S. Discounts of around 10% are typically offered to those who pre-order.
So, what new features can players expect in EA Sports FC 25?
5v5 Rush: EA Sports is introducing a new fast-paced, small-sided game mode called Rush, which will be accessible in Ultimate Team, Clubs, and Kick Off.
FC IQ: Tactical gameplay is getting a revamp with FC 25. The AI, now powered by real-world data, will enhance tactical decision-making in Player Roles.
Clubs Updates: Players can now connect with teammates through the new Clubhouse, explore upgraded Facilities, and enjoy Clubs Rush with friends.
Manager & Player Career Updates: A post-launch update will introduce Live Start Points, allowing players to navigate future scenarios and revisit the past with ICONs.
As with EA Sports FC 24, EA Sports FC 25 will be available on PS5, Xbox Series X/S, and PC. The game will also be playable on PS4, Xbox One, and Nintendo Switch, though the Switch will only offer the standard edition.
New gameplay features include FC IQ, Player Roles, and Goalkeeper Play Styles, among others.
Jude Bellingham, the England and Real Madrid midfielder, has been revealed as the cover star for EA Sports FC 25, succeeding Erling Haaland from FC 24. The standard edition cover showcases Bellingham in his Real Madrid kit, while the Ultimate Edition cover features him alongside football legends David Beckham, Zinedine Zidane, Gianluigi Buffon, and Aitana Bonmati.
Bellingham’s former club, Tom Brady’s Birmingham City, honored their star with a tribute: “From Birmingham to FC25 Cover Star,” acknowledging his continued success.
The trailer also highlights other prominent figures such as Phil Foden, Cole Palmer from Chelsea with his ‘Cold’ celebration, and Ballon d’Or winner Aitana Bonmati. The Ultimate Team teaser includes Beckham and Zidane, showcasing a five-a-side game with MLS-style penalty kicks, all set to a remix of Radiohead’s “Everything in Its Right Place.”
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