EA SPORTS FC™ 26, developed by EA Canada and EA Romania and published by Electronic Arts, is the latest installment in the renowned football simulation series, continuing the legacy of the FIFA franchise under its rebranded identity. Featuring over 20,000 licensed players, 750+ clubs, and 35+ leagues, including prestigious competitions like the UEFA Champions League, Premier League, Bundesliga, and UEFA Women’s Champions League, EA SPORTS FC™ 26 delivers unparalleled authenticity.
The game introduces significant gameplay enhancements driven by community feedback, including two distinct gameplay presets: Authentic Mode for a realistic football experience ideal for Career Mode, and Competitive Mode for fast-paced, responsive gameplay suited for Ultimate Team and Clubs. New features include the revamped Manager Live Challenges in Career Mode, allowing players to tackle real-world scenarios and “what if” storylines, and the Archetypes system inspired by football legends. The game also enhances the Clubs Rush mode with a new Be-A-Goalkeeper system and the ability to affiliate with up to three clubs simultaneously. Powered by the Frostbite engine with HyperMotionV technology, EA SPORTS FC™ 26 offers improved dribbling, smarter AI, lifelike animations, and dynamic tactical systems, ensuring a deeper and more engaging football simulation.
Below are the official PC system requirements for EA SPORTS FC™ 26, as revealed by Electronic Arts. These specifications are identical to those of EA SPORTS FC™ 25, indicating similar performance expectations without significant graphical upgrades. Note that the game requires an EA account, the EA app (even on Steam), and uses Denuvo Anti-tamper DRM. An internet connection is mandatory for play.
Minimum Requirements
OS: Windows 10 / Window 11 64-bit (Latest Update)
Processor: AMD Ryzen 5 1600 / Intel Core i5 6600k
Memory: 8GB RAM
Graphics: AMD RX 570 / Nvidia GTX 1050 Ti
Storage : 100 GB Available Space
DirectX : Version 12
Network : Broadband Internet Connection
Recommended Requirements
OS: Windows 10 / Window 11 64-bit (Latest Update)
Processor: AMD Ryzen 7 2700X / Intel Core i7 6700
Memory: 12GB RAM
Graphics: AMD RX 5600 XT / Nvidia GTX 1660
Storage : 100 GB Available Space
DirectX : Version 12
Network : Broadband Internet Connection
Note: While an SSD is not required, installing the game on an SSD is highly recommended to improve loading times and overall performance. The game is not supported on Steam Deck due to its anti-cheat system being incompatible with Linux-based systems.
The Game Set to release on September 26, 2025, across multiple platforms including PC, PlayStation 5, PlayStation 4, Xbox Series X/S, Xbox One, Nintendo Switch, and Amazon Luna, this title promises an immersive and authentic football experience.