FC 26 PRE-ORDER & BUY
FC 26 pre-order will be available from July 16, 2025 in two different editions and for several platforms.
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You can place a pre-order starting July 17th.
To get the best price, you should buy a gift card and use it to purchase the game. For this, we recommend clicking on the banner above and entering ‘FIFAUTEAM10’ at checkout.
FC 26 Pre-Order
EA Sports FC is a series of football video games released by Electronic Arts, replacing the old FIFA franchise. FC 26 aims to offer the most exciting and immersive football gaming experience ever created.
The game is worldwide released for the following platforms:
FC 26 officially launches on Friday, September 26, but you don’t have to wait long to purchase it. Pre-orders are available from July 16, 2025 until the day before the release date. When you pre-order FC 26, the disc will be dispatched on the release day, or you can start playing at midnight if you opt for the digital version.
The benefit of pre-ordering is that you pay the same price while gaining access to exclusive offers. However, if you don’t plan to play the game regularly, it might be more economical to buy it later, particularly during the holiday season when prices often drop.
Pre-Orders Release Date
When pre-orders have opened for each title| Video Game | Pre-Order Start | Release Date |
| FC 26 | 16/07/25 Wed | 26/09/25 Fri |
| FC 25 | 17/07/24 Wed | 27/09/24 Fri |
| FC 24 | 13/07/23 Thu | 29/09/23 Fri |
| FIFA 23 | 20/07/22 Wed | 30/09/22 Thu |
| FIFA 22 | 11/07/21 Sun | 01/10/21 Fri |
| FIFA 21 | 18/06/20 Thu | 09/10/20 Fri |
| FIFA 20 | 08/06/19 Sat | 27/09/19 Fri |
| FIFA 19 | 09/06/18 Sat | 28/09/18 Fri |
| FIFA 18 | 05/06/17 Mon | 29/09/17 Fri |
| FIFA 17 | 12/06/16 Sun | 27/09/16 Tue |
| FIFA 16 | 15/06/15 Mon | 22/09/15 Tue |
| FIFA 15 | 09/06/14 Mon | 24/09/14 Wed |
| FIFA 14 | 10/06/13 Mon | 24/09/13 Tue |
| FIFA 13 | 04/06/12 Mon | 26/09/12 Wed |
Pre Order Offers
There are two FC 26 editions: Standard and Ultimate. Those who pre order FC 26 Ultimate Edition will get the chance to play the game 7 days in advance prior to the release date of the Standard Edition. However, that’s not the only difference. Both editions offer exclusive content, such as special player items, but only the most expensive includes free FC Points.
While the offers for FC 26 have not yet been announced, we will provide you with the offers from last year.
Standard Edition Pre-Order Offers
- UT Cover Star Loan Item;
- One UT Ambassador Player Pick Loan Item;
- Club Playstyles Slot;
- 250,000 Clubs Coins;
- Player Career Personality Points;
- 5-star Coach in Manager Career
- 5-star Youth Scout in Manager Career
- 3 Icons in Player Career
All Standard Edition offers
- Seven Days Early Access;
- 4,600 FC Points;
- Player Evolution Slot;
- Rush Bonus Points;
- Greats of the Game Item for FC 24;
(exclusive for pre-orders made before August 20) - One Upgradeable Hero Player Item
(exclusive for pre-orders made before August 20)
Buy FC 26
FC 26 is not free-to-play, meaning you will need to purchase it to play (or subscribe to EA Play Pro). You can acquire it through a video game retailer or your console’s store, either during the pre-order phase or after the game’s release.
These are the first two choices you’ll need to make. Deciding whether to pre-order depends on how much you want to take advantage of exclusive offers, while choosing between a digital or physical copy involves a few more considerations.
Digital Version or Physical Version?
Reasons to buy the digital version
- You can pre-download and start playing at midnight on the release date;
- You don’t have to visit a retail store;
- It’s easier to switch between games;
- Compatible with all consoles;
- No risk of damage to a physical DVD.
- Potential for a lower price;
- Ability to request a refund;
- Avoid the need for a large pre-download;
- Adds a physical copy to your collection;
- Possibility to sell it later.
How much does it costs
FC 26 prices vary according to the edition and platform. It may also be different depending on when you buy, your region, the store, promotions and discounts.
The list below is based on standard launch prices, including pre-orders, to maintain simplicity.
| Platform | Standard Edition | Ultimate Edition |
| PlayStation 5 | £69.99 $69.99 € 79.99 |
£99.99 $99.99 €109.99 |
| Xbox Series X|S | £69.99 $69.99 € 79.99 |
£99.99 $99.99 €109.99 |
| PC Origin | £59.99 $69.99 € 69.99 |
£89.99 $99.99 € 99.99 |
| PC Steam | £59.99 $69.99 € 69.99 |
£89.99 $99.99 € 99.99 |
| PC Epic Games | £59.99 $69.99 € 69.99 |
£89.99 $99.99 € 99.99 |
| Nintendo Switch | £54.99 $59.99 €59.99 |
£69.99 $79.99 €79.99 |
FC 26 Discounts are available for EA Play subscribers and for returning users who pre-order the Ultimate Edition through the FC 25 main in-game screen (consoles) or Origin page.
Frequently Asked Questions
You can pre-order FC 26 as soon as it becomes available. Pre-orders will start on July 16, 2025.
If you’ve decided to purchase a physical copy of FC 26, the process is straightforward: visit a retail store or order online, insert the disc into your console, log in to your Origin account (or create a new one), and start playing. However, if you opted for the digital version of FC 26, the steps are a bit more involved:
How to Buy a Digital Copy of FC 26
Make sure to double-check the account you are using before placing an order. If you share your console with others, rewards will only be assigned to the account that purchased the game, and there is no way to transfer them. It’s also crucial that the account matches the one you currently use; otherwise, you could lose your progress from previous editions, including your FC Points balance.”
How to Buy a Digital Copy of FC 26
- Visit the Origin, Steam, Epic Games, or your console store, and search for ‘FC 26’.
- Choose one of the editions and complete the payment.
- Start the download if it’s available. If you pre-ordered the game, check your console’s library to find out when the pre-download becomes available. Typically, Xbox downloads are accessible several weeks in advance, while PlayStation users may need to wait until closer to the early access date. Those who installed the EA Play trial will need to download a small file to unlock the full game.
- Log in to your Origin account and start playing.
Make sure to double-check the account you are using before placing an order. If you share your console with others, rewards will only be assigned to the account that purchased the game, and there is no way to transfer them. It’s also crucial that the account matches the one you currently use; otherwise, you could lose your progress from previous editions, including your FC Points balance.”
You can pre order in the biggest retail stores, like Amazon, Game and Best Buy, or directly on the console’s store.
Pre orders are accepted until the day before the launch date.
If you pre order the physical version, the disc will be dispatched so you receive it on the launch date. The digital version is playable at midnight on the release day.
Just like the FC 26 trial, the full game is unlocked at midnight in your console’s region. This applies to both editions. That’s why Australian players start playing FC 26 first than European players.
When you pre order FC 26, you don’t pay any extra cost. You will pay the same as you would pay if you buy it in the release date.
Prices vary according to the edition, platform, region, store, promotions, discounts and other factors.
No. You can order the game but you won’t get the free offers.
Pre-download is available for those who pre-ordered the game. Go to your console’s library to see when it will become available. If you are buying the game after the launch date, a download is immediately available.
No. If you are an EA Play subscriber and you already downloaded the trial, all you have to do is to download a small file on the launch date (or Ultimate Team early access date) to unlock the full game.
It depends on your platform and internet connection. Most likely, it will take around one hour to download the full game. You can try some features (not Ultimate Team) before the download ends.
If you are downloading the trial, we strongly recommend waiting until the download is complete. If you play while downloading, you will be wasting part of your 10 hours limit.
If you are downloading the trial, we strongly recommend waiting until the download is complete. If you play while downloading, you will be wasting part of your 10 hours limit.
You need around 100Gb of available storage space.
Yes. These offers are available for pre-orders and expire on the release date.
Hero items are an exclusive offer for those who order the Ultimate Edition before August 19, 2025 at 9pm PT for PC and on August 19, 2025 at 11:59pm at consumer local time for all other platforms.
All pre-orders come with loan player items and a career mode boost. Ultimate Edition also includes early access, FC Points and untradeable special items.
With the exception of the Player Evolution Slot, which is only delivered on September 26, and the GOTG item, which is delivered immediately after the pre-order, all other offers become available on September 19, or on the day you start playing if it’s after that date. The Hero item receives an upgrade to an improved version on November 28.
When you pre-order the Ultimate Edition, you receive all the offers included in the Standard Edition plus:
- Seven Days Early Access;
- 4,600 FC Points (3,850 for Nintendo Switch);
- Player Evolution Slot;
- Early Access Rush Rewards;
- Untradeable Hero Player Item
(exclusive for pre-orders made before August 19) - Untradeable GOTG Item for FC 25;
(exclusive for pre-orders made before August 19)
No. Ultimate Team mode is available in any edition.
No, FC 26 is not free to play. You have to buy it. In 2026 it will be made available for free on the EA Play catalogue and eventually on PlayStation Plus.
Yes, there is a FC game for Nintendo.
If you share your console with someone, the rewards will be assigned only to the account used to buy the game. There is no way to change this.
If you’re a FIFA/FC enthusiast, buying FC 26 is a no-brainer. However, brace yourself for the usual challenges associated with the game, such as slow servers and various bugs. Conversely, if you’re a casual player looking for a football/soccer simulation video game, FC 26 still stands as a solid choice. If football isn’t your cup of tea, there are many other games that might bring you more enjoyment than this one.
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