Electronic Arts announced EA Sports FC 27, a new installment of the football simulation game. The release is scheduled for September 25, 2026, and Kylian Mbappé will be the face of the Ultimate Edition. The full presentation will be on July 23.
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Kylian Mbappé on the Cover of Ultimate Edition
EA Sports has officially confirmed that Mbappé will grace the cover of the Ultimate Edition. This marks the forward’s fourth appearance on the cover of the series (previously FIFA 21, 22, and 23). In 2026, Mbappé became the top scorer at the World Cup, with 10 goals and the Golden Boot. He surpasses Haaland and Bellingham in major tournament statistics, and his market value is breaking records. This choice is not a tribute to past achievements, but a bet on his current form.
EA Sports FC 27 Release Date and Supported Platforms
Insider billbil-kun (Dealabs) puts the release date at September 25, 2026. Early access for Ultimate Edition owners and EA Play subscribers (including Game Pass Ultimate) is tentatively scheduled for September 17. The official announcement is July 23 at 7:00 PM Moscow time.
The game will be released on PC, PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X/S, as well as previous-generation consoles—PS4, Xbox One, the original Nintendo Switch, and Nintendo Switch 2. A surprising decision for 2026—support for older hardware will remain.
Football Simulator Pricing on Different Platforms
Game Features The Grounds Open World and PEGI 16 Rating
The cover of the standard edition hints at the open world: the slogan “Built from The Grounds up” and the registered brand name “The Grounds.” Insiders are talking about a fully-fledged shared playground with avatars, a Rush mode, and challenges. While there’s no official confirmation, this innovation looks promising.
Due to Ultimate Team and loot boxes, EA Sports FC 27 may receive a PEGI 16 rating (a first in the series). In March 2026, PEGI changed its rules: games with loot boxes are PEGI 16, while games with NFTs/blockchain are PEGI 18. If the rating is confirmed, age restrictions may be introduced for purchases in Europe.
The Evolution of the Series from FIFA to EA Sports FC Franchise
In 2022, EA ended its partnership with FIFA, and FIFA 23 was the last game under the brand. Since 2023, the series has been released as EA Sports FC. All key modes have remained: Ultimate Team, Career, Pro Clubs, and Volta Football. Over the past four years, the franchise has added new mechanics, but the foundation remains the same.
Answers to Frequently Asked Questions About Football Simulator
When Will EA Sports FC 27 Be Released
September 25, 2026 (according to insiders).
Who Will Be on the Cover of the New Edition
Kylian Mbappé (Ultimate Edition).
Will Simulator Be Released on Previous Generation Consoles
Yes, according to preliminary data.
Reasons for Changing Age Rating to PEGI 16
Because of loot boxes in Ultimate Team.
Features of The Grounds Open World Mode
Rumor so far: a shared space with avatars and activities.
