EA FC 26 — Review (2026): Is It Worth Playing?
EA FC 26 is a football simulator from EA Sports, released in September 2025 on PS4, PS5, Xbox One, Xbox Series X|S, PC, and Nintendo Switch. The first entry in the series after EA's split with FIFA and the rebranding to EA FC. Retains all licenses for clubs, players, stadiums, and tournaments.
What is the game about
EA FC 26 is a football simulator with real teams from the world's best leagues: Premier League, La Liga, Serie A, Bundesliga, Ligue 1, and others. Main modes: Ultimate Team (build a squad from player cards and compete online), Career Mode (manage a club or player across multiple seasons), VOLTA (street football with tricks), and Seasons (classic matches). The game includes women's teams and tournaments.
Gameplay
- Ultimate Team: build squads, play Division Rivals, Weekend League, and Squad Battles.
- Career Mode: managerial mode with transfers, tactics, and youth academy, or player mode with progression.
- VOLTA: 5v5 street football with customization and tricks.
- Women's football: women's national teams and club teams.
- HyperMotion V: improved animation and ball physics.
- Crossplay: between PS5, Xbox Series, and PC.
Should you play it in 2026
Yes. EA FC 26 is the best football simulator on the market, without competitors at its level. If you love football — this is a mandatory game. Ultimate Team remains the most popular mode, Career Mode is deep and engaging.
Pros and cons
| Pros | Cons |
|---|---|
| All licenses and stadiums | Ultimate Team microtransactions |
| Deep Career Mode | Annual update cycle |
| Crossplay between platforms | Launch bugs |
| Women's football | Pay-to-win in FUT |
FAQ
Are there Russian teams? No, only licensed European and South American leagues.
How many hours? Endless, especially Ultimate Team.
On Switch? Yes, but with reduced graphics.