Will FIFA Become Free?
The FIFA series will not become free as EA Sports has announced that FIFA 23 will be the last game in the series, and its successor, EA Sports FC 24, will also be a paid title, although some versions of the game, like FIFA 21, are available for free with a 10-hour trial on EA Play. EA Sports has parted ways with FIFA after a 30-year partnership, and the new EA Sports FC series will replace the FIFA series, with EA Sports FC 24 being the first game in the series.
Frequently Asked Questions
General Questions
- Is FIFA losing its license?: Yes, EA has lost its license to the FIFA brand, which is why the FIFA series is being replaced by the EA Sports FC series.
- Will FIFA 21 be free?: FIFA 21 is available for free with a 10-hour trial on EA Play, but the full game is only available on EA Play Pro.
- Will FIFA 22 become free on EA Play?: Yes, FIFA 22 is available for free to download for EA Play subscribers.
Pricing and Availability
- Will FIFA 23 become free on PS Plus?: No, FIFA 23 is not available for free on PS Plus, but it is available on EA Play.
- How much does FIFA 23 cost?: The Standard Edition of FIFA 23 costs $59.99, while the Legacy Edition costs $39.99.
- Is FIFA 23 free on Xbox?: FIFA 23 is available for free to Xbox Game Pass and EA Play subscribers.
EA Play and Game Pass
- Does EA Play make FIFA free?: No, EA Play does not make FIFA free, but it does offer a 10-hour trial of FIFA 21 and other older versions of the game for free.
- Is FIFA 23 on Game Pass?: Yes, FIFA 23 is available on Xbox Game Pass and EA Play.
Licensing and Discontinuation
- Why did EA lose FIFA rights?: EA lost the FIFA rights due to a dispute over the licensing fee, with FIFA asking for double the previous fee.
- Is FIFA being discontinued?: Yes, the FIFA series is being discontinued and replaced by the EA Sports FC series.
Future of FIFA
- Will there be a FIFA 24?: No, there will not be a FIFA 24, as the FIFA series is being replaced by the EA Sports FC series, with EA Sports FC 24 being the first game in the series.
- What is EA Sports FC 24?: EA Sports FC 24 is the successor to the FIFA series and the first game in the EA Sports FC series.
Subscriptions and Trials
- Can I get PlayStation Plus for free?: Yes, PlayStation Plus offers a free trial in some countries and regions.
- Is PS Plus subscription worth it?: Whether PS Plus is worth it depends on the individual, but it offers a range of free games and online multiplayer features.
Conclusion
- Is EA Play worth it?: Whether EA Play is worth it depends on the individual, but it offers free trials and access to EA games, including the FIFA series, making it a good option for EA fans.