On September 27, EA SPORTS FC 25 officially launches. Early Access starts on Friday. Want to play even earlier? There is a way. Free of charge
The countdown is on: Just two weeks to go until EA SPORTS FC 25 kicks off. If you can’t wait to dive into the new soccer simulation, you have several options. The web and companion app – the classic shortcut for FUT players – generally works faster than Early Access.
According to EA SPORTS, the web app will be released on September 18 this year, with the companion app following a day later on September 19. The perfect time for all FUT fans to dive into team management before the official release of the Ultimate Edition (September 20)
Team management and SBCs before anyone else
With the web app (browser) and the companion app (smartphone), you can access everything – except the actual gameplay. This means you can set up your first Ultimate Team, solve Squad Building Challenges (SBC) and grab your first packs as quickly as possible. The transfer market is also available so that you can earn a few coins in advance. As soon as the console version is unlocked, you’ll be prepared and already have a cushion of coins.
Last year, the web app was also released a week before the official release – this year, EA SPORTS is sticking to this tradition. Full access will then be available to everyone on September 27th
Returning user bonuses – done better this time
Another new feature that is sure to be well received by the community: Players returning from FUT 24 to FUT 25 can look forward to returning-user bonuses. This was not available for FIFA 23 players last year – which was met with some criticism. This time, EA SPORTS has made improvements
“Players who return to us from FUT 24 will also receive a small reward,” said Gordon Farquhar, Product Manager at EA SPORTS FC. However, he left open what this is and whether it is based on the activity in FC 24.
What rules you need to follow
In previous years, the use of the web and companion apps came with conditions. The developer has not explicitly stated that there will be such conditions again for FC 25, but the following restrictions may apply this time:
You must have created a FUT club in EA SPORTS FC 24 and registered on your platform before August 1, 2024.
Your FUT 24 account must still exist. If you have already deleted the club, there was no access to the apps in the past.
The amount of loyalty bonuses varied depending on player history, account status and your involvement in FUT. Players who switched platforms for the new game did not receive any bonuses