EAFC 25: Everything You Need to Know About EA Sports’ New Game

With EA Sports FC 25 about to be released tomorrow, the excitement surrounding the game has reached a crescendo. Regarded as one of the most popular games, the latest iteration of EA’s football simulation game has several football fans in a chokehold.

This year, Jude Bellingham has officially taken over from Erling Haaland as the cover athlete for EAFC 25, with his iconic "open arms" celebration proudly displayed on the standard edition. In the ultimate edition, Bellingham shares the spotlight with football greats like David Beckham, Zinedine Zidane, and Gigi Buffon. At just 21, Bellingham joins an elite group of players who've had the honor of gracing the cover of the game, following in the footsteps of legends such as Thierry Henry, Cristiano Ronaldo, Lionel Messi, Wayne Rooney, Marco Reus, Kaka, and many more. 

With the game on the verge of being released, we decided to compile a list of things that you should know before buying EA Sports latest offering. So, without further ado, here’s everything you need to know about EAFC 25. 

What is the release date of EA Sports FC 25? 

The game will be released on all platforms on Friday, 27th September 2024. However, some lucky people who have bought the Ultimate edition have early access to the game. For fans without the Ultimate edition, there's still a way to get early access! By subscribing to an EA Play membership, they can enjoy a 10-hour trial period to dive into the game before its official release date. 

How much will EAFC 25 cost? 

EAFC 25 comes with a range of price points depending on your platform. On PS4, Xbox One, PS5, Xbox Series X, and PC, it’s priced at ₹4,999, while Nintendo Switch users can grab it for ₹4,299. For international players, the game costs £69.99 in the UK, $69.99 in the US, and €79.99 in the EU across all consoles and PC, except for the Switch. 

For those looking to upgrade, the Ultimate Edition is a steeper investment—priced at £99.99 in the UK, $99.99 in the US, and €109.99 in the EU. But with that, players get more than just the standard edition. Perks include seven-day early access, 4,600 FC points, double bonus points in RUSH, and a host of other extras. However, Nintendo Switch players will miss out on the Ultimate Edition option, with the game priced at £59.99, $59.99, and €59.99 across all regions. 

What are the new modes and features in the game? 

Rush: The newest addition to the franchise, RUSH aims to provide a fast-paced 5v5 mode which aims to replace Volta mode. Each game lasts seven minutes without a halftime break, and it all kicks off with a race to the ball for the first possession. Moreover, RUSH is integrated into every game mode on EAFC 25. From Ultimate Team and Clubs to Manager Career Mode, RUSH is a staple on EAFC 25. 

FC IQ: EA Sports’ latest attempt to introduce a more tactical way of playing, FC IQ has completely overhauled the gameplay. Powered by real world data, this new feature is the backbone of EA’s latest gameplay innovation. FC IQ removes the previous player roles in favor of new core tactical and positional systems. AI teammates as well as CPU AI will behave in a way akin to real like teams and players. 

Clubs Updates: For Clubs fans, a welcome update allows you to connect with your teammates in the new clubhouse. Following the major changes in EAFC 24, EA has taken immersion to the next level in Clubs, introducing club facilities along with the integration of Clubs RUSH. 

What’s new in FC 25 Career Mode? 

Live Start Points: This new feature allows players to pick up managing or playing as a team at the point where they have been impacted by real world events, such as sacking of a manager, poor form, injuries, relegation battle and a chance to clinch a trophy. While this feature has got many fans excited, it will launch release via a port-launch update. 

Icons: EA have given fans the opportunity to play with legends of the past in Player Career Mode. This is a very exciting update, as it will be intriguing to see how some of the most iconic players like Zidane, Beckham, Ronaldo, and Henry fair against current teams and players.  

Women’s Football: For the very first time, fans have the option to play or manage in one of the top five women’s leagues. From humble beginnings in FIFA 16 (the first-time women’s football was introduced in a game), Women’s football has come a long way. 

Which footballers have the best rating in the game? 

Kylian Mbappe, Erling Haaland and Rodri have the highest overall in men’s football, with an overall rating of 91. They are closely followed by cover star Jude Bellingham, Vinicius Junior, Harry Kane and Kevin De Bruyne, who all are on 90. Meanwhile, in women’s football, Barcelona’s Aitana Bonmati is the highest rated player with an overall of 91. She is closely followed by her Barcelona teammates Alexia Putellas and Caroline Graham Hansen, both of whom have an overall rating of 90. Chelsea’s Sam Kerr is the only other player to boast an overall rating of 90 in the game. 

Which artists have featured on EAFC 25’s soundtrack? 

EAFC 25 will feature a wide variety of internationally acclaimed artists. The extensive soundtrack features artists such as Billie Eilish, Charli XCX, Glass Animals, Kasabian, Twenty One Pilots, Ice Spice, Jack White, Coldplay and many others. You can stream EAFC 25’s soundtrack on Spotify via this link. 

Which Leagues and Clubs are officially licensed? 

EA FC 25 continues its legacy of delivering an incredibly authentic football experience. Boasting over 19,000 real players, 700+ teams, and more than 120 stadiums, it’s a football fan’s dream. From the UEFA Champions League to the Premier League, Bundesliga, and La Liga, all the biggest competitions are here. And it doesn’t stop there—the game embraces women’s football like never before, with licenses for the UEFA Women’s Champions League, Barclays Women’s Super League, National Women’s Soccer League, and other major global leagues. If it’s happening in the world of football, it’s happening in EA FC 25.  

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