{"id":103318,"date":"2026-03-28T00:52:34","date_gmt":"2026-03-28T00:52:34","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.gameslearningsociety.org\/wiki\/?p=103318"},"modified":"2026-03-28T00:52:34","modified_gmt":"2026-03-28T00:52:34","slug":"why-is-fifa-now-eafc","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.gameslearningsociety.org\/wiki\/why-is-fifa-now-eafc\/","title":{"rendered":"Why is FIFA now EAFC?"},"content":{"rendered":"<div id=\"ez-toc-container\" class=\"ez-toc-v2_0_67_1 counter-hierarchy ez-toc-counter ez-toc-grey ez-toc-container-direction\">\n<div class=\"ez-toc-title-container\">\n<p class=\"ez-toc-title \" >Table of Contents<\/p>\n<span class=\"ez-toc-title-toggle\"><a href=\"#\" class=\"ez-toc-pull-right ez-toc-btn ez-toc-btn-xs ez-toc-btn-default ez-toc-toggle\" aria-label=\"Toggle Table of Content\"><span class=\"ez-toc-js-icon-con\"><span class=\"\"><span class=\"eztoc-hide\" style=\"display:none;\">Toggle<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-icon-toggle-span\"><svg style=\"fill: #999;color:#999\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" class=\"list-377408\" width=\"20px\" height=\"20px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" fill=\"none\"><path d=\"M6 6H4v2h2V6zm14 0H8v2h12V6zM4 11h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2zM4 16h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2z\" fill=\"currentColor\"><\/path><\/svg><svg style=\"fill: #999;color:#999\" class=\"arrow-unsorted-368013\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" width=\"10px\" height=\"10px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" version=\"1.2\" baseProfile=\"tiny\"><path d=\"M18.2 9.3l-6.2-6.3-6.2 6.3c-.2.2-.3.4-.3.7s.1.5.3.7c.2.2.4.3.7.3h11c.3 0 .5-.1.7-.3.2-.2.3-.5.3-.7s-.1-.5-.3-.7zM5.8 14.7l6.2 6.3 6.2-6.3c.2-.2.3-.5.3-.7s-.1-.5-.3-.7c-.2-.2-.4-.3-.7-.3h-11c-.3 0-.5.1-.7.3-.2.2-.3.5-.3.7s.1.5.3.7z\"\/><\/svg><\/span><\/span><\/span><\/a><\/span><\/div>\n<nav><ul class='ez-toc-list ez-toc-list-level-1 ' ><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-1'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-1\" href=\"https:\/\/www.gameslearningsociety.org\/wiki\/why-is-fifa-now-eafc\/#Why_is_FIFA_Now_EA_SPORTS_FC_EAFC_The_End_of_an_Era_The_Start_of_a_New_One\" title=\"Why is FIFA Now EA SPORTS FC (EAFC)? The End of an Era, The Start of a New One\">Why is FIFA Now EA SPORTS FC (EAFC)? The End of an Era, The Start of a New One<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-2' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-2\" href=\"https:\/\/www.gameslearningsociety.org\/wiki\/why-is-fifa-now-eafc\/#The_Core_Reasons_Behind_the_Divorce\" title=\"The Core Reasons Behind the Divorce\">The Core Reasons Behind the Divorce<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-3\" href=\"https:\/\/www.gameslearningsociety.org\/wiki\/why-is-fifa-now-eafc\/#1_The_Exorbitant_Licensing_Fee\" title=\"1. The Exorbitant Licensing Fee\">1. The Exorbitant Licensing Fee<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-4\" href=\"https:\/\/www.gameslearningsociety.org\/wiki\/why-is-fifa-now-eafc\/#2_Limited_Control_and_Innovation\" title=\"2. Limited Control and Innovation\">2. Limited Control and Innovation<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-5\" href=\"https:\/\/www.gameslearningsociety.org\/wiki\/why-is-fifa-now-eafc\/#3_EAs_Extensive_Existing_Licenses\" title=\"3. EA&#8217;s Extensive Existing Licenses\">3. EA&#8217;s Extensive Existing Licenses<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-6\" href=\"https:\/\/www.gameslearningsociety.org\/wiki\/why-is-fifa-now-eafc\/#4_FIFAs_Ambitions_to_Enter_the_Gaming_Market\" title=\"4. FIFA&#8217;s Ambitions to Enter the Gaming Market\">4. FIFA&#8217;s Ambitions to Enter the Gaming Market<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-7\" href=\"https:\/\/www.gameslearningsociety.org\/wiki\/why-is-fifa-now-eafc\/#5_The_Evolving_Gaming_Landscape\" title=\"5. The Evolving Gaming Landscape\">5. The Evolving Gaming Landscape<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-8\" href=\"https:\/\/www.gameslearningsociety.org\/wiki\/why-is-fifa-now-eafc\/#What_Does_This_Mean_for_Gamers\" title=\"What Does This Mean for Gamers?\">What Does This Mean for Gamers?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-9\" href=\"https:\/\/www.gameslearningsociety.org\/wiki\/why-is-fifa-now-eafc\/#Frequently_Asked_Questions_FAQs\" title=\"Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)\">Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-10\" href=\"https:\/\/www.gameslearningsociety.org\/wiki\/why-is-fifa-now-eafc\/#1_Will_EAFC_be_the_same_as_FIFA_in_terms_of_gameplay\" title=\"1. Will EAFC be the same as FIFA in terms of gameplay?\">1. Will EAFC be the same as FIFA in terms of gameplay?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-11\" href=\"https:\/\/www.gameslearningsociety.org\/wiki\/why-is-fifa-now-eafc\/#2_Will_EAFC_have_all_the_same_teams_and_players_as_FIFA\" title=\"2. Will EAFC have all the same teams and players as FIFA?\">2. Will EAFC have all the same teams and players as FIFA?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-12\" href=\"https:\/\/www.gameslearningsociety.org\/wiki\/why-is-fifa-now-eafc\/#3_Why_couldnt_EA_and_FIFA_come_to_an_agreement\" title=\"3. Why couldn&#8217;t EA and FIFA come to an agreement?\">3. Why couldn&#8217;t EA and FIFA come to an agreement?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-13\" href=\"https:\/\/www.gameslearningsociety.org\/wiki\/why-is-fifa-now-eafc\/#4_Is_FIFA_going_to_make_its_own_game\" title=\"4. Is FIFA going to make its own game?\">4. Is FIFA going to make its own game?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-14\" href=\"https:\/\/www.gameslearningsociety.org\/wiki\/why-is-fifa-now-eafc\/#5_What_will_FIFAs_game_be_called\" title=\"5. What will FIFA&#8217;s game be called?\">5. What will FIFA&#8217;s game be called?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-15\" href=\"https:\/\/www.gameslearningsociety.org\/wiki\/why-is-fifa-now-eafc\/#6_Will_EAFC_be_on_Game_Pass\" title=\"6. Will EAFC be on Game Pass?\">6. Will EAFC be on Game Pass?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-16\" href=\"https:\/\/www.gameslearningsociety.org\/wiki\/why-is-fifa-now-eafc\/#7_What_platforms_is_EAFC_available_on\" title=\"7. What platforms is EAFC available on?\">7. What platforms is EAFC available on?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-17\" href=\"https:\/\/www.gameslearningsociety.org\/wiki\/why-is-fifa-now-eafc\/#8_How_much_does_EAFC_cost\" title=\"8. How much does EAFC cost?\">8. How much does EAFC cost?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-18\" href=\"https:\/\/www.gameslearningsociety.org\/wiki\/why-is-fifa-now-eafc\/#9_When_was_EAFC_officially_released\" title=\"9. When was EAFC officially released?\">9. When was EAFC officially released?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-19\" href=\"https:\/\/www.gameslearningsociety.org\/wiki\/why-is-fifa-now-eafc\/#10_Is_FIFA_23_still_available\" title=\"10. Is FIFA 23 still available?\">10. Is FIFA 23 still available?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-20\" href=\"https:\/\/www.gameslearningsociety.org\/wiki\/why-is-fifa-now-eafc\/#11_Is_Ultimate_Team_still_in_EAFC\" title=\"11. Is Ultimate Team still in EAFC?\">11. Is Ultimate Team still in EAFC?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-21\" href=\"https:\/\/www.gameslearningsociety.org\/wiki\/why-is-fifa-now-eafc\/#12_Will_EAFC_have_real-life_stadiums\" title=\"12. Will EAFC have real-life stadiums?\">12. Will EAFC have real-life stadiums?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-22\" href=\"https:\/\/www.gameslearningsociety.org\/wiki\/why-is-fifa-now-eafc\/#13_Is_EAFC_the_same_as_FIFA_24\" title=\"13. Is EAFC the same as FIFA 24?\">13. Is EAFC the same as FIFA 24?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-23\" href=\"https:\/\/www.gameslearningsociety.org\/wiki\/why-is-fifa-now-eafc\/#14_Will_this_affect_the_eSports_scene\" title=\"14. Will this affect the eSports scene?\">14. Will this affect the eSports scene?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-24\" href=\"https:\/\/www.gameslearningsociety.org\/wiki\/why-is-fifa-now-eafc\/#15_Where_can_I_learn_more_about_the_impact_of_games_on_learning_and_society\" title=\"15. Where can I learn more about the impact of games on learning and society?\">15. Where can I learn more about the impact of games on learning and society?<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><\/ul><\/li><\/ul><\/nav><\/div>\n<h1><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Why_is_FIFA_Now_EA_SPORTS_FC_EAFC_The_End_of_an_Era_The_Start_of_a_New_One\"><\/span>Why is FIFA Now EA SPORTS FC (EAFC)? The End of an Era, The Start of a New One<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h1>\n<p>The simple answer is: <strong>money and control<\/strong>. After a 30-year partnership, Electronic Arts (EA) and FIFA (F\u00e9d\u00e9ration Internationale de Football Association) failed to agree on a new licensing agreement. FIFA wanted to <strong>double<\/strong> its licensing fee, demanding upwards of <strong>$300 million annually<\/strong> from EA for the continued use of the FIFA name. EA, in turn, questioned the value they were receiving for that money, feeling the FIFA license primarily provided name recognition without significantly impacting the core gameplay experience or features. This impasse led to the end of the partnership, with EA rebranding its flagship football game as <strong>EA SPORTS FC (EAFC)<\/strong>.<\/p>\n<p>This split represents a significant shift in the landscape of football gaming. While EAFC will continue to offer a similar gameplay experience, features, and licenses for teams, players, and leagues that fans have come to expect, the absence of the FIFA name marks a new chapter. FIFA, meanwhile, has announced its intention to develop its own football game, potentially setting up a future rivalry in the market.<\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"The_Core_Reasons_Behind_the_Divorce\"><\/span>The Core Reasons Behind the Divorce<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>The breakdown of the EA-FIFA partnership wasn&#8217;t a sudden decision; it was the culmination of years of simmering tensions. Several factors contributed to the final parting of ways:<\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"1_The_Exorbitant_Licensing_Fee\"><\/span>1. The Exorbitant Licensing Fee<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p>As mentioned previously, the primary sticking point was the escalating cost of the FIFA license. FIFA&#8217;s demand to <strong>double the fee<\/strong> was a significant jump, especially considering EA&#8217;s perspective on the limited benefits it received. While the FIFA name undoubtedly carries weight, EA believed it was already delivering a high-quality football game experience based on its own development efforts and existing licenses with various leagues and clubs.<\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"2_Limited_Control_and_Innovation\"><\/span>2. Limited Control and Innovation<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p>EA reportedly felt restricted by the FIFA license, particularly in terms of the features and innovations they could implement in the game. FIFA&#8217;s control over the game extended beyond just the name, potentially hindering EA&#8217;s ability to explore new gameplay mechanics, modes, or business models. Andrew Wilson, EA&#8217;s CEO, expressed concerns that the FIFA license only provided the &#8220;four letters on the front of the box&#8221; in non-World Cup years, suggesting a desire for greater creative freedom.<\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"3_EAs_Extensive_Existing_Licenses\"><\/span>3. EA&#8217;s Extensive Existing Licenses<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p>EA already holds extensive licensing agreements with major football leagues, clubs, and player unions around the world. These licenses allow EA to feature real-world teams, players, stadiums, and kits in its game. This existing network of licenses diminishes the relative importance of the FIFA license, especially since it doesn&#8217;t cover all the content included in the game. The <strong>Premier League, La Liga, Bundesliga, UEFA Champions League<\/strong>, and many more are all independently licensed by EA.<\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"4_FIFAs_Ambitions_to_Enter_the_Gaming_Market\"><\/span>4. FIFA&#8217;s Ambitions to Enter the Gaming Market<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p>FIFA has made it clear that it intends to develop its own football game, potentially becoming a direct competitor to EA SPORTS FC. This ambition further complicated the partnership, as EA was essentially paying FIFA to potentially fund a rival product. FIFA&#8217;s stated intention to work with &#8220;third-party studios and publishers&#8221; suggests they are serious about entering the gaming market. This move could reshape the industry and offer players new options in the coming years, which makes the importance of studying game design and its effect even more relevant, perhaps through organizations like the <strong>Games Learning Society<\/strong>.<\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"5_The_Evolving_Gaming_Landscape\"><\/span>5. The Evolving Gaming Landscape<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p>The gaming industry is constantly evolving, with new business models and technologies emerging regularly. EA likely felt that the FIFA license was becoming increasingly outdated and restrictive in this dynamic environment. The rise of <strong>eSports, live service games, and digital distribution<\/strong> has created new opportunities for revenue and engagement, and EA may have wanted greater flexibility to explore these avenues without the constraints of the FIFA agreement.<\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"What_Does_This_Mean_for_Gamers\"><\/span>What Does This Mean for Gamers?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>For players of the game, the transition to EA SPORTS FC will likely be seamless in many respects.<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>\n<p><strong>Gameplay:<\/strong> The core gameplay mechanics and features that fans have come to expect should remain largely unchanged. EA has invested heavily in its development team and engine, and these will continue to form the foundation of the game.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li>\n<p><strong>Licenses:<\/strong> EA will continue to leverage its existing network of licenses to feature real-world teams, players, and leagues. The absence of the FIFA name will not affect the inclusion of these assets.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li>\n<p><strong>Game Modes:<\/strong> Popular game modes like Ultimate Team, Career Mode, and Volta Football are expected to return in EA SPORTS FC.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li>\n<p><strong>Future Innovation:<\/strong> The split from FIFA may actually allow EA to be more innovative and experimental with future iterations of the game. Free from the restrictions of the FIFA license, EA could introduce new gameplay mechanics, modes, and features that were previously off-limits.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>Ultimately, the separation of EA and FIFA marks a significant turning point in the history of football gaming. While the FIFA name will be missed by some, EA SPORTS FC has the potential to usher in a new era of innovation and creativity in the genre. Whether or not FIFA&#8217;s own venture into the gaming world will pose a significant threat to EA remains to be seen, but the competition could ultimately benefit gamers by driving innovation and improving the overall quality of football games.<\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Frequently_Asked_Questions_FAQs\"><\/span>Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"1_Will_EAFC_be_the_same_as_FIFA_in_terms_of_gameplay\"><\/span>1. Will EAFC be the same as FIFA in terms of gameplay?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p>Yes, EAFC is expected to offer a similar gameplay experience to previous FIFA titles. EA retains its development team and engine, so the core mechanics and features should remain familiar.<\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"2_Will_EAFC_have_all_the_same_teams_and_players_as_FIFA\"><\/span>2. Will EAFC have all the same teams and players as FIFA?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p>Yes, EA has confirmed that EAFC will have licensed players, teams, leagues, stadiums, and match balls. They have secured agreements with over 19,000 players, 700 teams, 100 stadiums, and 30 leagues.<\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"3_Why_couldnt_EA_and_FIFA_come_to_an_agreement\"><\/span>3. Why couldn&#8217;t EA and FIFA come to an agreement?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p>The main reason was money. FIFA wanted to double its licensing fee, demanding upwards of $300 million per year from EA. EA felt this was too expensive and questioned the value they were receiving for the FIFA name.<\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"4_Is_FIFA_going_to_make_its_own_game\"><\/span>4. Is FIFA going to make its own game?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p>Yes, FIFA has announced its intention to develop its own football game, working with third-party studios and publishers. This game is expected to be a competitor to EA SPORTS FC.<\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"5_What_will_FIFAs_game_be_called\"><\/span>5. What will FIFA&#8217;s game be called?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p>The name of FIFA&#8217;s upcoming game is currently unknown. More details are expected to be revealed closer to its release date.<\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"6_Will_EAFC_be_on_Game_Pass\"><\/span>6. Will EAFC be on Game Pass?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p>While EAFC won&#8217;t be available on Game Pass at launch, EA Play, which is included with Game Pass Ultimate, will offer a 10-hour trial of the game. EA Play Pro subscribers will have full early access.<\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"7_What_platforms_is_EAFC_available_on\"><\/span>7. What platforms is EAFC available on?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p>EA SPORTS FC 24 is available on Nintendo Switch, PlayStation 4, PlayStation 5, Windows, Xbox One, and Xbox Series X\/S.<\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"8_How_much_does_EAFC_cost\"><\/span>8. How much does EAFC cost?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p>The standard edition of EA SPORTS FC 24 is priced at $69.99 in the United States and \u00a369.99 in the United Kingdom. The Ultimate Edition costs $99.99 in the U.S. and \u00a399.99 in the UK.<\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"9_When_was_EAFC_officially_released\"><\/span>9. When was EAFC officially released?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p>EA SPORTS FC 24 was officially released worldwide on Friday, September 29, 2023.<\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"10_Is_FIFA_23_still_available\"><\/span>10. Is FIFA 23 still available?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p>Yes, FIFA 23 is still available for purchase and play on various platforms.<\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"11_Is_Ultimate_Team_still_in_EAFC\"><\/span>11. Is Ultimate Team still in EAFC?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p>Yes, the popular Ultimate Team mode will be included in EA SPORTS FC.<\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"12_Will_EAFC_have_real-life_stadiums\"><\/span>12. Will EAFC have real-life stadiums?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p>Yes, EAFC will feature over 100 licensed stadiums from around the world.<\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"13_Is_EAFC_the_same_as_FIFA_24\"><\/span>13. Is EAFC the same as FIFA 24?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p>EAFC, specifically EA SPORTS FC 24, is essentially the successor to what would have been FIFA 24. It&#8217;s the same game franchise, just under a new name due to the split between EA and FIFA.<\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"14_Will_this_affect_the_eSports_scene\"><\/span>14. Will this affect the eSports scene?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p>EA has existing relationships with various leagues to host esports competition for this franchise. It should not have a big affect on that side of the game.<\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"15_Where_can_I_learn_more_about_the_impact_of_games_on_learning_and_society\"><\/span>15. Where can I learn more about the impact of games on learning and society?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p>You can find more information and resources on the impact of games on learning and society at the <strong>GamesLearningSociety.org<\/strong> website: <a href=\"https:\/\/www.gameslearningsociety.org\/\">https:\/\/www.gameslearningsociety.org\/<\/a>.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Why is FIFA Now EA SPORTS FC (EAFC)? The End of an Era, The Start of a New One The simple answer is: money and control. After a 30-year partnership, Electronic Arts (EA) and FIFA (F\u00e9d\u00e9ration Internationale de Football Association) failed to agree on a new licensing agreement. FIFA wanted to double its licensing fee, &#8230; <a title=\"Why is FIFA now EAFC?\" class=\"read-more\" href=\"https:\/\/www.gameslearningsociety.org\/wiki\/why-is-fifa-now-eafc\/\" aria-label=\"More on Why is FIFA now EAFC?\">Read more<\/a><\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":2,"featured_media":0,"comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"footnotes":""},"categories":[3],"tags":[],"class_list":["post-103318","post","type-post","status-publish","format-standard","hentry","category-blog"],"_links":{"self":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.gameslearningsociety.org\/wiki\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/103318","targetHints":{"allow":["GET"]}}],"collection":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.gameslearningsociety.org\/wiki\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts"}],"about":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.gameslearningsociety.org\/wiki\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/types\/post"}],"author":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.gameslearningsociety.org\/wiki\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/users\/2"}],"replies":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.gameslearningsociety.org\/wiki\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/comments?post=103318"}],"version-history":[{"count":0,"href":"https:\/\/www.gameslearningsociety.org\/wiki\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/103318\/revisions"}],"wp:attachment":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.gameslearningsociety.org\/wiki\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media?parent=103318"}],"wp:term":[{"taxonomy":"category","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.gameslearningsociety.org\/wiki\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/categories?post=103318"},{"taxonomy":"post_tag","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.gameslearningsociety.org\/wiki\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/tags?post=103318"}],"curies":[{"name":"wp","href":"https:\/\/api.w.org\/{rel}","templated":true}]}}