Is Madden more popular than FIFA?
Madden is not more popular than FIFA as the latter sells more copies annually, with a global reach that surpasses Madden’s popularity, which is mainly confined to the continental United States. The FIFA series has a massive following worldwide, with over 325 million copies sold as of 2021, making it the best-selling sports video game franchise in the world, while Madden remains a top-selling game in the US, with over 70 million copies sold since its release in 1988.
Frequently Asked Questions
General Questions
- Is Madden or FIFA more popular in the US? While Madden is extremely popular in the US, FIFA has a significant following as well, and FIFA 22 was the best-selling title in the overall West last year.
- Is Madden or NBA2K more popular? According to new research, NBA 2K has become the most-searched game in 31 states over the last 12 months, making it more popular than Madden.
- Is Madden a top-selling game? Yes, Madden NFL 24 was the top-selling video game in the United States based on dollar sales in August 2023.
EA Games
- What is EA’s highest-grossing game? From January to August 2023, FIFA Soccer was the top-grossing mobile gaming title published by Electronic Arts (EA) in the Google Play Store, generating almost $104 million in revenues.
- What are EA’s biggest games? The top EA games include FIFA 15, It Takes Two, Apex Legends, Burnout Paradise, Dead Space 2, Dragon Age: Origins, and Mass Effect 2.
Awards and Recognition
- Has EA ever won Game of the Year? Electronic Arts and Sony Interactive Entertainment have each won the Game of the Year award twice, with FromSoftware being the only developer with more than one win.
- What game won Game of the Year 2023? The Legend of Zelda: Tears of the Kingdom won the top prize at the 2023 Gamescom Awards.
Madden NFL
- Is Madden still popular? Yes, Madden NFL 23 is the best-selling video game for the US in August 2022, and the series continues to thrive with over 70 million copies sold since its release.
- Why is Madden NFL so popular? Madden NFL is popular because of its realistic football experience and the endorsement of John Madden, a legendary football coach and commentator.
- Has Madden ever had a 100 rating? Yes, in the second edition of the Madden franchise, two players received 100 ratings, including Deion Sanders.
Sales and Revenue
- What is the most sold Madden game? Madden NFL 07 has sold 7.7 million units in the USA, making it the most successful Madden game in the series.
- How popular is Madden? Madden NFL Football is the number one selling sports video game of all time, with over 70 million copies sold since its release in 1988.
FIFA
- Is FIFA still popular? Yes, the FIFA franchise has been localized into 18 languages and is available in 51 countries, with over 325 million copies sold as of 2021.
- Is FIFA big in America? While FIFA is not as popular as American football, baseball, or basketball in the US, it has a significant following and is the fourth most popular sport in the country.
NFL and 2K Games
- Will NFL 2K ever come back? Yes, the NFL and 2K Sports have reached an agreement for 2K Sports to release its first NFL video game since NFL 2K5, although it is expected to be an arcade-style game due to EA Sports having exclusive simulation rights to the NFL.