Highlights
- Introduces ‘Rush Mode’ with 5v5 gameplay
- New ‘FC IQ’ tactical system for AI control
- ‘Live Star Points’ in Career Mode reflect real-world stats
- Release on 27 September with early access for pre-orders
EA has officially announced EA Sports FC 25, the latest entry in its popular football game franchise.
This marks the second game under the new FC branding following EA’s split from FIFA last year.
The game is set to introduce several new features and changes.
FC25: New Features
EA Sports FC 25 will introduce ‘Rush Mode’, a 5v5 gameplay experience featuring a smaller pitch and reduced game time.
Matches will last seven minutes without a half-time interval.
This mode replaces the Volta mode from previous games and will be available in Kick Off, Ultimate Team, Career, and Clubs.
The game will also introduce ‘FC IQ’, a new tactical system offering more control over AI-controlled teammates.
Players can assign roles based on position and ball possession, aiming to provide a more dynamic tactical experience.
‘Live Star Points’ is a new Career Mode feature that will reflect real-world stats, league table positions, and team changes for 11 leagues, updated weekly.
This allows players to start a manager career from a club’s current real-world situation.
| Bonus | Ultimate edition | Standard edition |
| EA Sports FC 25 | Yes | Yes |
| Football Ultimate Team Player Loan Item | Yes | Yes |
| Ambassador Loan Item | Yes | Yes |
| Clubs PlayStyles Slot | Yes | Yes |
| 250,000 Clubs Coins | Yes | Yes |
| Player Career Personality Points | Yes | Yes |
| Three ICONS in Player Career | Yes | Yes |
| 5-star Coach in Manager Career | Yes | Yes |
| 5-star Youth Scout in Manager Career | Yes | Yes |
| Untradeable Ultimate Team Hero Player Item for EA Sports FC 25 | Yes | No |
| Untradeable Ultimate Team Player Item for EA Sports FC 24 | Yes | No |
| Up to 7 days early access | Yes | No |
| 4,600 FC Points | Yes | No |
| Player Evolution Slot | Yes | No |
| Early Access Rush Rewards | Yes | No |
FC 25: Release and Pre-order Details
EA Sports FC 25 is slated for release on 27 September for PlayStation 5, PlayStation 4, Xbox Series X/S, Xbox One, PC, and Nintendo Switch.
Pre-ordering the Ultimate Edition grants 7-day early access from 20 September.
The game’s cover will feature Jude Bellingham, the youngest-ever cover star for EA’s football game at 21 years old.
The Ultimate Edition cover will also include legendary players like Zinedine Zidane, David Beckham, and Gianluigi Buffon, alongside Women’s Ballon d’Or winner Aitana Bonmati.
Pre-order benefits vary between the Standard and Ultimate Editions.
The Standard Edition includes a cover star loan player item, ambassador loan item, and various career mode bonuses.
The Ultimate Edition offers additional perks such as early access, FC Points, an untradeable Ultimate Team Hero Player Item, and doubled bonus points in Rush mode.
As EA Sports FC 25 prepares for launch, football gaming enthusiasts can look forward to these new features and improvements, potentially offering a fresh take on the virtual football experience.
“A revamp of team tactics and more realistic collective movement modernises positioning at both ends of the pitch, changing how every team plays – modelled on their real-world style of play – and delivering greater variation from match-to-match.”
FC IQ is “an overhaul of tactical foundations across the game, which delivers greater strategic control and more realistic collective movement at the team level,” said EA. “FC IQ also utilises a new AI model, powered by real-world data, to influence player tactics through all-new Player Roles.”
EAFC 25: Pricing
| Console | UK Price | U.S. Price |
| PS5 | £59.99 | $69.99 |
| Xbox Series X | £59.99 | $69.99 |
| PC | £59.99 | $69.99 |
EAFC 25: Ultimate Edition Pricing
| Console | UK Price | U.S. Price |
| PS5 | £89.99 | $99.99 |
| Xbox Series X | £89.99 | $99.99 |
| PC | £89.99 | $99.99 |
FAQs
What new gameplay mode is introduced in EA Sports FC 25?
EA Sports FC 25 introduces ‘Rush Mode,’ a 5v5 gameplay experience with a smaller pitch and seven-minute matches without a half-time interval.
What is ‘FC IQ’ in EA Sports FC 25?
‘FC IQ’ is a new tactical system that provides players with more control over AI-controlled teammates, allowing them to assign roles based on position and ball possession.
How does ‘Live Star Points’ work in Career Mode?
‘Live Star Points’ in Career Mode reflect real-world stats, league table positions, and team changes for 11 leagues, updated weekly, enabling players to start a manager career from a club’s current real-world situation.
When is the release date for EA Sports FC 25, and what platforms will it be available on?
EA Sports FC 25 is set to release on 27 September for PlayStation 5, PlayStation 4, Xbox Series X/S, Xbox One, PC, and Nintendo Switch, with 7-day early access for Ultimate Edition pre-orders starting on 20 September.
Who features on the cover of EA Sports FC 25, and what are the pre-order benefits?
Jude Bellingham, the youngest-ever cover star, features on the cover, with the Ultimate Edition also showcasing legendary players.
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