Although it may not appear so, September 22nd is a date that will likely be remembered as a significant moment in the history of video games. It marks the day when the FIFA series officially comes to an end, making way for the FC24 era. This bold move by EA Sports has the potential to be a game-changer if it can maintain a similar player base.
If FC24 can replicate the success of FIFA 23, for instance, then EA Sports may have found the winning formula to continue dominating the football gaming niche without the FIFA branding. This shift could bring in more profits and provide them with greater flexibility to invest in improving the product where it needs it the most.
Early access now underway
Early access is now underway for FC24, and for nearly two hours (at the time of writing this article), it’s available to players who opted for the seven-day early access period. This is the time to start establishing a reputation in the new franchise and, most importantly, to see if there have been significant changes or if it’s the same game with a different name. The latter would be excellent news, it should be noted.
If you haven’t purchased FC24 or reserved any version, remember that only the Ultimate Edition grants immediate access to the game. While it may be a bit pricier, it comes with valuable digital bonuses that dedicated fans often appreciate to kickstart their journey in the renowned FUT mode – pun intended.
Although the time has already passed, below you’ll find the early access schedules worldwide. Despite the global spread, these schedules represent the same moment.
How can we play without the Ultimate Edition?
How can you play without the Ultimate Edition? As previously mentioned, only the Ultimate Edition of FC24 grants early access starting today. However, there’s a cost-effective alternative. If you have an EA Play subscription, you can play for free, with a total of ten hours of gameplay divided into as many sessions as you like.
If you opt for this method, entering FC24 via EA Play, be mindful not to leave the game running idly in menus while multitasking, as every second spent within the game counts towards your ten-hour limit. After finishing a match and ensuring your statistics and profile are synchronized, exit promptly to maximize your free trial period.
Currently, EA Play subscription prices are quite reasonable, particularly if you want to enjoy the FC24 trial:
- €3.99 per month
- €24.99 per year