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
Until the offers for FC 26 are announced, the ones you’ll find on this page are for the previous title. You can use them as a reference since historically, they have significant similarities.
Standard Edition Offers
All these offers are exclusives for pre-orders and are delievered as soon as you play UT for the first time in your console/PC.
You will receive a regular loan item of Bellingham which will let you use him in your UT squad for ten matches.
In the first player picks of the season, you will have to choose from six known players, 3 male and 3 female. You can only use him/her in your UT squad for up to ten matches.
Customize how your Pro performs with an unlocked PlayStyles slot in Clubs.
Receive a starting boost to use with your Pro in Clubs.
Improve and personalize your player when starting a new Player Career. Also, play with 3 Icon Players: Beckham, Zidane and Ronaldo Nazário.
Hire a 5-star coach and a 5-star youth scout in every department available when starting a new Manager Career.
FC 26 Ultimate Edition
Until the offers for FC 26 are announced, the ones you’ll find on this page are for the previous title. You can use them as a reference since historically, they have significant similarities.
Ultimate Edition Offers
FC Points is the only offer that is not exclusive to pre-orders. Except for the Prime Hero item (November 28), all other offers are delivered as soon as you play Ultimate Team for the first time on your console/PC.
FC 25 Ultimate Edition includes all Standard Edition offers
- Early Access
You don’t have to wait until the launch date to start playing FC 25. The Ultimate Edition unlocks your game seven days earlier, so you can play the full game at midnight without any restriction. - 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 4,600 FC Points are still very useful at this point of the season. - Player Evolution Slot
This evolution will allow you to select an 82 (or less) rated striker of your choice and improve their overall rating with Powershot Plus. - Early Access Rush Rewards
It includes Doubled Bonus Points when playing Rush with Friends, aHead start on FC Hub Season 1, and Special Rewards and Content in FUT and Clubs. - Untradeable Hero Items
Those who pre-order FC 25 Ultimate Edition before August 20 receive a random Origin Hero Player item on September 20, which is upgradedto the Prime version on November 28, and that can be used freely in your team but cannot be sold. - Greats of the Game
The Ultimate Edition not only boosts your FC 25 team but also enhances your FC 24 squad if you pre-order before August 20. By purchasing it, you will immediately receive an Icon or Hero card in the GOTG version.
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:
- Cover Star Loan Player;
- Ambassador Player Pick;
- One Clubs Unlocked PlayStyles Slot;
- Additional Player Career Personality Points;
- One Manager Career 5-Star Coach available for hire;
- One Manager Career 5-Star Youth Scout available for hire;
- 7-days Early Access;
- 4,600 FC Points
(3,850 for Nintendo Switch and 3x 1,600 for EA Play Pro); - GOTG Item for FC 25; (limited time offer)
- Player Evolution Slot;
- Rush Rewards;
- Career Mode Icons;
- Untradeable Origin and Prime Hero Item (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 | – | 4,600 |
| Hero Items | 0 | 1 |
| Evolution Slot | 0 | 1 |
| FC 24 Item | – | 1x GOTG |
| Cover Star Item | Loan (10 matches) | Loan (10 matches) |
| Ambassador PP | Loan (10 matches) | Loan (10 matches) |
| Rush Rewards | 0 | 3 |
| Player Mode | 4 offers | 4 offers |
| Manager Mode | 2 offers | 2 offers |
| Clubs | Slot + Coins | Slot + Coins |
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 19, receive untradeable Hero player items. The Prime Hero item is only delivered on November 27.
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 4,800 FC Points will be provided in monthly instalments of 1600 per month for 3 consecutive months beginning on the launch date.
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