FC 26 EDITIONS
FC 26 has two editions, Standard and Ultimate Edition, featuring different release dates, prices and pre-orders offers.
FC 26 Editions
EA Sports has released FIFA titles every year since 1993. However, it wasn’t until FIFA 18 that Electronic Arts introduced multiple editions of the same game, each offering unique content. The goal was to create tailored products that players could connect with, increase engagement, and boost revenue.
FC 26 is available in two editions: Standard and Ultimate. Each edition features distinct release dates, pricing, and exclusive pre-order offers.
FC 26 Standard Edition
Standard Edition Offers
All these offers are exclusives for pre-orders and are delivered as soon as you play UT for the first time in your console/PC.
Receive a legendary ICON player rated 92 or higher for your EA SPORTS FC 25 Ultimate Team, helping to boost your squad with top-tier talent (not available on Nintendo Switch systems).
Instantly unlock one complete Archetype in Clubs or Career Mode, giving your player an immediate performance advantage in their development path.
Enjoy double experience gains for Archetypes across 10 matches, helping you accelerate your progress and reach your build goals faster.
Start your Career Mode journey with a set of iconic football legends in your squad, adding historic greatness to your team from day one.
Begin your Manager Career with a world-class coach who provides top-tier development bonuses to help grow your players more effectively.
Gain early access to an elite youth scout capable of discovering high-potential wonderkids to shape your club’s future.
Unlock unique content based on real-world managerial challenges, offering dynamic and immersive experiences throughout the season.
FC 26 Ultimate Edition
Ultimate Edition Offers
FC Points is the only offer that is not exclusive to pre-orders. All other offers are delivered as soon as you play Ultimate Team for the first time on your console/PC.
Except the FC 25 92+ Icon, FC 26 Ultimate Edition includes all Standard Edition offers
- Early Access
You don’t have to wait for the official launch to start playing FC 26. With the Ultimate Edition, you’ll get seven days early access and can enjoy the full game from midnight with no restrictions. - FC Points
There is no better way to boost your first team than opening a few UT packs. Unfortunately, the best promo packs are only released later but the 6,000 FC Points over two months (4,500 FC Points for Nintendo Switch) are still very useful at this point of the season. - Premium Pass
The Season Pass is a reward system that grants items as you level up during a season. By pre-ordering the game, you’ll get the Season 1 Premium Pass for free, unlocking even greater rewards. - Aditional Evolution Slot
It allows you to evolve more players at the same time. This is especially useful if you want to upgrade multiple players at once
Early Bird offers for those who pre-order before August 26 also includes:
- FC 25 93+ Icon Pick
Players who pre-order the FC 26 Ultimate Edition before August 26 will receive an untradeable 93+ OVR Icon 1 out of 5 pick at launch from previous campaigns including Grassroot Greats, FUT Birthday, Dreamchasers and FUT Immortals. - FC 25 Player Evolution
Early Bird offers also give access to an exclusive Evolution item that allows you to upgrade any eligible player’s shooting attributes all the way to 99 in EA SPORTS FC 25 Ultimate Team, giving them unmatched finishing power and making them a lethal threat in front of goal. - Untradeable FC 26 Random Icon
The most interesting Early Bird offer is to be used in FC 26 from the launch: one untradeable Random Icon out a selection of 15 players. On November 30, it will become an upgraded version to recognise the moment they became a Champion.
Release Dates
For Football Club enthusiasts, the highlight of the Ultimate Edition is the early access privilege. While Standard Edition players must wait until midnight on launch day, Ultimate Edition owners can start playing a full seven days earlier.
The FC 26 trial begins four days before the official release but is limited to just 10 hours of gameplay, a restriction that may leave many players wanting more. Choosing the Ultimate Edition grants unlimited access to the full game, offering the ultimate head start.
| Release Date | ||
| Official Launch | 26/09/2025 Fri | |
| Standard Edition | 26/09/2025 Fri | |
| Ultimate Edition | 19/09/2025 Fri | |
| Trial | 19/09/2025 Fri | |
| Companion App | 18/09/2025 Thu | |
| Web App | 17/09/2025 Wed | |
| First TOTW | 17/09/2025 Wed |
FC 26 Edition Prices
If the price were identical, the Ultimate Edition would undoubtedly be the preferred choice. It’s logical, considering it encompasses all the offerings of the standard edition and adds several more. This is why it comes with a higher price tag.
FC 26 Prices fluctuate based on the edition and platform. Variations can also arise depending on the timing of your purchase, your region, the store, as well as any ongoing promotions or discounts.
| Platform | Standard Ed | Ultimate Ed |
| PlayStation 5 Xbox Series X|S |
£69.99 $69.99 € 79.99 |
£99.99 $99.99 €109.99 |
| PC Origin PC Steam Epic Games |
£59.99 $69.99 €69.99 |
£89.99 $99.99 €99.99 |
| Switch | £54.99 $59.99 €59.99 |
£69.99 $79.99 €79.99 |
Frequently Asked Questions
There are two editions:
- Standard Edition
- Ultimate Edition
It was a specific edition released in previous years for Nintendo Switch. Starting in FC 25, Nintendo is released in the same exact editions of other platforms.
Ultimate Edition includes seven days of early access, which means players can start playing from September 19, 2025.
Midnight of the region of your console store.
The Ultimate Edition includes the following offers:
- 1x Archetype Unlock Consumable;
- 2x Double Archetypes XP Consumables for 10 matches;
- 3x ICON Career Players;
- 5-Star Coach in Manager Career;
- 5-Star Youth Scout in Manager Career;
- Manager Live Challenge Content;
- 7-days Early Access;
- 6,000 FC Points
(4,500 for Nintendo Switch and 3x 2,000 for EA Play Pro); - Player Evolution Slots;
- Career Mode Icons;
- Premium Season Pass (Season 1);
- Untradeable 1 of 5 93+ Icon Pick for FC 25 (limited time offer);
- Untradeable Player Evolution for FC 25 (limited time offer);
- Untradeable 1 of 15 Icon Item for FC 26 (limited time offer).
You already know Ultimate is better than the Standard Edition, but is also more expensive. It’s up to you to decide if it is worths the extra money.
To clarify things, we have summarized all offers in a single table. This way you can compare both FC 26 editions side-by-side.
To clarify things, we have summarized all offers in a single table. This way you can compare both FC 26 editions side-by-side.
| Price | $69.99 | $99.99 |
| Dual Entitlement | Yes | Yes |
| Early Access | – | 7 days |
| FC Points | – | 6,000 |
| FC 26 Icons | 0 | 1 |
| Evolution Slots | 0 | 2 |
You’ll get your first batch as soon as you log into Ultimate Team, your second by the end of the next month, and the final one by the end of the following month.
To receive the full amount (4,500 FC Points on Nintendo Switch or 6,000 on other platforms) make sure to log in and complete the first step by June 15, 2026. Please note: if you redeem your rewards after September 15, 2026, you won’t receive any FC Points.
To receive the full amount (4,500 FC Points on Nintendo Switch or 6,000 on other platforms) make sure to log in and complete the first step by June 15, 2026. Please note: if you redeem your rewards after September 15, 2026, you won’t receive any FC Points.
Offer for Nintendo Switch and Nintendo Switch 2 versions of the Product does not include the EA SPORTS FC 25 Content.
If you share your console with someone, the rewards will be assigned only to the account used to buy the game. This cannot be changed.
When you start FC 26 for the first time (not counting with the Trial or Web App), go to the UT store and your offers will be there. Keep in mind that some offers are only delivered later.
Only those who have pre-ordered the Ultimate Edition before August 26, receive untradeable Icon player items.
No. Weekly UT Packs are no anymore one of the Standard or Ultimate Edition offers.
Regular price is $99,99 but you can save 30% following our method.
If you usually don’t play UT, then you definitely shouldn’t buy the most expensive edition. On other hand, it may be worth it if you want to take advantage of the early access and use FC Points to boost your team.
No. It isn’t available any option to upgrade. However, you can cancel your Standard Edition pre-order and replace it with the Ultimate Edition.
Yes. All game modes, including Ultimate Team, are available in both Standard and Ultimate editions.
Yes, it is. Ultimate Edition is not available on disc.
Yes, you can buy Ultimate Edition at any time but you lose the pre-order offers if you buy it after the release date.
The FC Points will be provided in monthly instalments of 2,000 per month for 3 consecutive months beginning on the launch date.
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