Key Features

• Gameplay Enhancements: Powered by community feedback, EA SPORTS FC 26 introduces refined mechanics for more realistic ball control, passing, and shooting, optimized for the Nintendo Switch’s unique capabilities.
• Archetypes: Inspired by football legends, Archetypes let you customize player styles, from explosive wingers to commanding defenders, for a personalized gameplay experience.
• Manager Live Challenges: Engage in fresh, dynamic storylines that evolve throughout the season, offering new objectives and rewards in Manager Career mode.
• Football Ultimate Team™: Build your dream squad with enhanced customization, including up to 4500 FC Points over two months (exclusive to Ultimate Edition) for use in Football Ultimate Team, the Clubs Store, and FC Hub.
• Modes: Enjoy a variety of modes including Career Mode, Volta Football, and online multiplayer matches, all optimized for the Switch’s portability.
• Graphics and Performance: Tailored for the Nintendo Switch with vibrant visuals and smooth performance, whether in handheld, tabletop, or docked mode.
• Pre-Order Bonuses (Ultimate Edition):
  • Early Access: Play up to 7 days early starting September 19, 2025, with the Ultimate Edition.
  • Exclusive Rewards: Pre-order by August 26, 2025, to receive an untradeable ICON Player Item in EA SPORTS FC 26, a 1 of 5 Player Pick 93+ OVR ICON Player Item (untradeable) for EA SPORTS FC 25 (sold separately), and an EVO boosting any player’s shooting to 99 in EA SPORTS FC 25 (sold separately).
  • Additional Perks: Includes Season 1 Premium Pass and an extra Football Ultimate Team Player Evolution slot.
• Release Date: September 25, 2025.
• Platform Compatibility: Optimized for Nintendo Switch, Switch Lite, and Switch OLED, with cloud streaming support for select modes.