EA Sports FC 27 launches September 25. The new installment in the soccer series is coming to PC, PlayStation and Xbox consoles, Nintendo Switch and Nintendo Switch 2. Early access is already open for some players, and ahead of the full launch many people are wondering the same thing: which version to buy and whether there’s a way to try the game without buying it.
When and where EA Sports FC 27 launches
The full release is set for September 25. On PC, you’ll be able to launch the game through the EA app, Steam and the Epic Games Store. Console versions are coming to PlayStation 4 and PlayStation 5, Xbox One, Xbox Series X|S, Nintendo Switch and Nintendo Switch 2. The available modes and specific features can differ: for example, some features of The Grounds are built for current-generation consoles, PC and Switch 2.
Players searching for “the new FIFA” should look for EA Sports FC 27. The name changed after Electronic Arts’ partnership with FIFA ended, but it’s still the company’s annual soccer sim, with Ultimate Team, Career Mode, Clubs and online modes.
How the versions differ
| Version | Best for | What to know |
|---|---|---|
| Standard Edition | Players who want the full game without the extras | Access to all the main modes starting September 25. |
| Ultimate Edition | Ultimate Team fans and anyone who wanted to start early | Early access from September 18 and extra in-game content; preorders are open until September 24, and the bonus lineup depends on when you buy. |
| EA Sports FC 27 Lite | Players who want to try the controls and core modes first | A free limited version that comes out on launch day and offers an upgrade to the full game later. |
Should you preorder now?
If you mostly play Career Mode or casual matches with friends, the Standard Edition is usually enough. Paying extra for the pricier editions makes sense mainly for regular Ultimate Team players who understand the value of in-game points, passes and an early start to the season.
Before you pay, check the platform, the store region and the description of the specific edition. Preorder bonuses can run out before launch day, and the content for PC, older consoles and Switch doesn’t always match. Don’t buy a key or an account if the seller doesn’t say which platform and country it’s for.
What PC players should check
Before launch, free up space on your SSD, update your graphics driver and check the system requirements on the store page. If you have a handheld PC or an older graphics card, don’t rely on promotional videos alone: wait for independent performance tests and check whether the upscaling technologies you need are supported.
On Steam, it’s safer to buy the game directly from the store or from an authorized seller. Our guide covers editions, gifts, keys and refunds so you don’t lose money on the wrong version.
How to buy a game on Steam: payment, gifts, keys and refunds
What’s next
After launch, players will be able to compare the quality of the different versions, the availability of online modes and how the game runs on various devices. For news coverage, what matters most isn’t the promises in the trailers but the first days after release: that’s when it becomes clear how stable the servers are, whether there are technical problems and how well the modes have been updated.
Sources and methodology
Analysis of public sourcesChecked 21 September 2026
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