EA Sports FC 26 — About the Game: New Features, Ultimate Team, Reviews (2026)
EA Sports FC 26 is a soccer simulation game from Electronic Arts, a sequel to the legendary FIFA series under a new brand. It was released in September 2025 for PC, PlayStation, Xbox, and Nintendo Switch 2.
New Features
FC 26 has revamped its gameplay based on community feedback: an updated dribbling system, more responsive gameplay, reworked goalkeepers, and new player archetypes. Jude Bellingham and Jamal Musiala are featured on the cover, while Zlatan Ibrahimović graces the cover of the Ultimate Edition.
Game Modes
- Ultimate Team—build your dream squad, and take on Squad Battles and Rivals challenges.
- Career—play as a player or coach, with a dynamic transfer system.
- Clubs and VOLTA—team-based gameplay with friends.
- Features over 19,000 licensed players, 700 teams, and 30 leagues, including the UEFA Champions League.
Popularity
The FIFA/FC series is the best-selling sports simulation in history, with total sales exceeding 325 million copies. FC 26 consistently ranks among the top sellers on Steam and console stores, and Ultimate Team remains the world’s leading competitive soccer mode.
What Players Love and What They Criticize
Players praise the improved animations, stadium atmosphere, and depth of Ultimate Team. Common criticisms include the monetization of FUT packs and “scripts” in online matches.
Where to play
PC (Steam, EA app, Epic Games Store), PlayStation 4/5, Xbox One/Series X|S, Nintendo Switch 2. Russian localization is available.