The FC 25 release date is upon us. First, the Web App launched, and then the early access players could jump in, but now we're within touching distance of the full release.

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There's plenty of new features to enjoy across the various modes, from Ultimate Team to Career Mode, and if you're still on the fence you can check out our review here.

Here's everything you need to know about the FC 25 release date, alongside how to pre-order the game and get access early.

When is the FC 25 release date?

Vini Jr. shooting in FC 25
EA FC 25

The full FC 25 release date was 27th September 2024.

However, those who pre-ordered the Ultimate Edition or have EA Play Pro could play FC 25 from 20th September 2024, a whole seven days early.

When is the FC 25 UK release time?

Those who had Early Access via the Ultimate Edition could start playing FC 25 at midnight on 20th September on console and 5am BST on PC.

As we mentioned earlier, those with the base edition of FC 25 needed to wait a further week for access.

The worldwide launch of FC 25 will occured at midnight on 27th September on console at 5am BST on PC.

Was FC 25 available for pre-order?

Mbappé striking the ball wearing the Real Madrid third kit in FC 25.
EA FC 25 EA

Yes, FC 25 was available for pre-order through websites such as GAME!

Both the Ultimate Edition and Standard Edition were available to pre-oder with their own pre-order bonuses.

If you're after the Ultimate Edition on Xbox or PC, CDKeys has some great offers for you.

To purchase a digital copy of the game on PlayStation or Nintendo Switch, you'll need to head to the PlayStation Store or eShop, respectively.

Which consoles and platforms can play FC 25?

EA has confirmed that EA Sports FC 25 is on PlayStation 5, PlayStation 4, Xbox Series X/S, Xbox One, Nintendo Switch and PC.

This means that FC 25 will be on all the same platforms as FC 24. No significant changes on that front.

FC 25 gameplay details

EA Sports FC 25 will have lots of gameplay changes. The most significant change is the addition of Rush, a new five-a-side match type that replaces Volta and bleeds into every mode in the game.

On top of that, Career Mode players can now play the women's game for the first time, while Clubs players can use Facilities to bolster their team, and FUT fans will be treated to seven times more Evolutions.

Plus, tactics have been overhauled by a new system called FC IQ, which will give you far greater control over player behaviour both on and off the ball.

The Rush Deep Dive trailer is worth watching if you want to learn more about the game's new 5v5 mode.

Finally, you can check out everything that's changed in Ultimate Team this year (including the removal of player and staff contracts!) by watching the Ultimate Team Deep Dive trailer.

Oh, and there's finally a storage system for untradeable player duplicates - perfect for those Squad Building Challenges.

Is there an FC 25 trailer?

The official trailer for FC 25 was revealed on 17th July 2024, featuring Trent Alexander-Arnold, Jude Bellingham, David Beckham, Phil Foden, and manager Carlo Ancelotti.

The trailer can be watched below:

EA Sports FC 25 launched on 27th September 2024 across PlayStation 5, PlayStation 4, Xbox Series X/S, Xbox One, Nintendo Switch and Microsoft Windows.

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