EA SPORTS FC™ 26
Simulation
Sports
Single-player
Multi-player
PvP
Online PvP
Shared/Split Screen PvP
Co-op
Online Co-op
Shared/Split Screen Co-op
Shared/Split Screen
Cross-Platform Multiplayer
Steam Achievements
Full controller support
In-App Purchases
Chat Speech-to-text
Adjustable Difficulty
Keyboard Only Option
DualShock Controller Support
DualShock Controller Support
DualShock Controller Support
Stereo Sound
Subtitle Options
HDR available

Experience The World's Game like never before in EA SPORTS FC™ 26. Go for glory in a 48-team international tournament mode, take on themed Manager Live Challenges, and step into Player Career with new international ICONs and Heroes.

Developers: EA Canada EA Romania
Publishers: Electronic Arts
Release Date: Sep 25, 2025
Price (USD): $69.99
Current Players: 103k

Links:  Steam Store  SteamDB

Mixed(48%)
realistic graphics
fun with friends
entertaining
football lovers
discounted price
gameplay
price justification
new features
mechanics
performance issues
FPS drops
server connection problems
glitches
Ultimate Team mode
The general sentiment towards the game is heavily mixed. On one hand, some players consider it a fun and entertaining football experience with realistic graphics when discounted. On the other hand, the game suffers from severe performance issues and frequent bugs, leading to substantial frustration. Furthermore, the Ultimate Team mode and its microtransactions are criticized as being detrimental, while connection issues further diminish the experience. Despite the criticisms, the game still captures the interest of football enthusiasts, though the appeal varies greatly depending on individual expectations and experiences.

Positive Points

  • Many players appreciate the game for its realistic graphics and detailed presentation.
  • Some users find the game fun and entertaining, especially when played with friends.
  • The game is praised for being a great experience for football lovers.
  • When it works, the gameplay offers enjoyment and good graphics for the discounted price.
  • Negative Points

  • The game is severely criticized for its frequent bugs and glitches.
  • Performance issues are rampant, including FPS drops and poor optimization.
  • Players are frustrated by the game's server connection problems and lag.
  • The Ultimate Team mode and microtransactions receive heavy criticism for being exploitative and buggy.
  • Mixed Points

  • While some players enjoy the new features and updates, others believe they do not justify the price.
  • The game's mechanics and playstyle have divided opinions; some find them improved while others see them as flawed or unchanged from previous versions.
  • Sales and discounts often improve the perceived value of the game, but many still feel it's not worth the full price.
  • Common Themes

  • Performance issues, particularly related to FPS drops and optimization, are highly prevalent in user complaints.
  • Bugs and crashes are frequent, causing significant disruptions in gameplay.
  • Connection problems with EA servers lead to a poor online experience.
  • Microtransactions in Ultimate Team mode are heavily criticized for degrading the player experience.
  • Updated 6/21/2026, 12:01:55 AM UTC