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
HDR available

The Club is Yours in EA SPORTS FC™ 26. Play your way with an overhauled gameplay experience powered by community feedback, Manager Live Challenges that bring fresh storylines to the new season, and Archetypes inspired by greats of the game.

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

Links:  Steam Store  SteamDB

Mixed(52%)
improved gameplay
better goalkeeping
good tweaks
fun Career Mode
smooth Pro Clubs
better than FC 25
Pro Clubs grind
minor Career Mode tweaks
gameplay mechanics
smoother inputs
game crashes
controller issues
unredeemed rewards
unrealistic gameplay
bugs
The reviews are a mix of praise for improvements over FC 25 and significant criticism related to technical issues and gameplay mechanics. While some users appreciate the smoother and more realistic gameplay elements, many express dissatisfaction with persistent bugs, unredeemed rewards, and controller failures. Despite certain enhancements, like better goalkeeping and more responsive inputs, the overall experience remains hindered by ongoing issues, leaving some players frustrated.

Positive Points

  • Several players find the game considerably better than FC 25, citing smoother gameplay and improved defending.
  • Some players appreciate that goalkeepers now make more realistic saves.
  • Improvements in Pro Clubs mode, although it's described as a grind now starting at level 70.
  • Career Mode has seen minor tweaks, although the changes are not substantial.
  • Some users are having fun with the game, especially in Career Mode.
  • Negative Points

  • Many players report severe issues with game crashes, freezes, and unplayability, especially on PC.
  • Some users are experiencing problems with controllers not working properly during the game.
  • There are complaints about unredeemed rewards for Ultimate Edition purchasers.
  • Players note unrealistic gameplay moments, such as incorrect team placements and improbable in-game events.
  • Criticism of ongoing bugs, glitches, and subpar optimization.
  • Mixed Points

  • The game shows improvement from FC 25, but some players think it's only because FC 25 was very poor.
  • While some gameplay aspects have improved, such as goalkeeping and passing, others like defending and shooting have received mixed feedback.
  • There is a sentiment that while the game has better features, it still retains many of the issues from previous iterations.
  • Common Themes

  • Comparison to FC 25 with the general sentiment that this iteration is an improvement.
  • Technical issues such as crashes, controller problems, and unplayability on PC.
  • Disappointment with Ultimate Edition rewards and other promised content not being delivered.
  • Mixed reception of new gameplay mechanics and stability improvements.
  • Updated 9/20/2025, 12:01:01 AM UTC