FC 27 NINTENDO SWITCH
FC 27 is released for both Nintendo consoles in two editions.
Nintendo Edition
EA Sports FC 27 continues to push the franchise forward, after a first year of debut on both Nintendo Switch consoles. While these versions don’t match the technical power of next-gen consoles, they bring the core FC 27 experience to portable gaming, making football accessible anytime, anywhere.
Unlike PC, PS5, and Xbox Series X|S, the Switch versions do not feature crossplay with other platforms, HyperMotionV, or the full Frostbite engine. Graphics are simplified, trading photorealism for a cleaner, functional style that works well on smaller screens. Despite these limitations, gameplay remains smooth, and the Switch versions include many of the features that fans love.
One of the standout benefits of FC 27 on Nintendo Switch is portability. Players can enjoy Career Mode, Ultimate Team, and online seasons on the go. Local multiplayer via Joy‑Cons adds a social dimension, making the Switch perfect for couch co-op sessions. Some modes even support crossplay between Switch and Switch 2, ensuring faster matchmaking and a larger player pool.
FC 27 on Nintendo Switch 2 comes closer to feature parity with PC, PS5, and Xbox Series X|S. Expect more responsive dribbling, smarter AI positioning, lifelike animations, and multiple gameplay presets. While crossplay with other consoles isn’t available, the Switch 2 delivers all the gameplay mechanics, seasonal updates, and competitive features that make FC 27 feel modern and engaging.
The Switch 2 introduces GameChat and GameShare, enhancing social play. Up to four players can voice or video chat during matches or while managing squads and navigating menus. GameShare lets friends join a session even if they don’t own FC 27. Local multiplayer options such as Split Joy‑Con and Local Seasons return, and handheld mode benefits from touchscreen navigation and pinch-to-zoom features, making squad management and menu browsing effortless.
While the original Switch offers a portable, simplified FC 27 experience ideal for casual play, the Switch 2 brings nearly full next-gen gameplay and features, appealing to hardcore fans who want a competitive edge on the go. Both versions make FC 27 accessible outside traditional consoles, proving that football gaming can be enjoyed anywhere without sacrificing the franchise’s core excitement.
Ultimate Team
UT is the most popular FC game mode and part of both editions, which means you can play it on your Nintendo Switch and Nintendo Switch 2 consoles. The goal is to build your dream team, but you need to play matches to earn coins, use the transfer market to buy and sell player items, play with the chemistry, complete objectives and squad building challenges, and much more.
Nintendo Switch players are able to experience major modes like Champions, Rivals & Squad Battles, plus Evolutions & Objectives that reward you for playing matches. Also, all Seasons and Campaigns will feature in FC 27 for Switch.
FC Ultimate Team Features
- Champions;
- Rivals;
- Squad Battles;
- Friendlies;
- Objectives;
- Squad Building Challenges.
Frequently Asked Questions
Yes, it is. This year it is released in two different editions.
FC 27 release to Nintendo Switch is worldwide released in the same date as other editions: September 25, 2026 (Standard Edition) and September 18, 2026 (Ultimate Edition).
Yes. Early access is available for those who pre-order the Ultimate Edition.
You’ll be able to play Clubs, Online Co-Op, Online Custom Match, Kick Off, Career Mode, Tournaments – Licensed and Custom, including the UEFA Champions League, Women’s International Cup, Skill Games, Online Seasons, Online Friendlies, and Local Seasons. Ultimate Team will also be included in this edition.
Local Seasons is a special mode on Switch that lets you play with another Switch nearby, within a range of 10 metres. It uses the console’s built-in WiFi, so you can enjoy FC 27 even without an internet connection, making it perfect for travel or areas with limited network coverage.
To start, go to Local Seasons in the Main Menu on both consoles and select Enter Seasons simultaneously. Once matchmaking is complete and you confirm your selections, you can begin the game.
To start, go to Local Seasons in the Main Menu on both consoles and select Enter Seasons simultaneously. Once matchmaking is complete and you confirm your selections, you can begin the game.
You can play multiplayer on the same Switch by connecting a second pair of Joy-Cons or a Pro Controller to your Switch. Go into Kick-Off or any single-player mode and select a side with each pair of Joy-Cons or controller. You can also use the Split Joy-Con feature to play 1v1 or 1+1 Co-op without any additional equipment.
You can also play in Local Seasons. This means you can play the same FC title with someone else who has a Nintendo Switch if they’re within 10 meters.
Follow these steps to play Local Seasons:
You can also play in Local Seasons. This means you can play the same FC title with someone else who has a Nintendo Switch if they’re within 10 meters.
Follow these steps to play Local Seasons:
- Make sure both Nintendo Switch consoles are within a 10-meter range and have Wi-Fi enabled.
- Launch the same EAS FC title on both consoles.
- Go to the main menu.
- Choose [Local Seasons] at the same time on both consoles. This should take you to the Local Seasons Hub.
- In the [Local Seasons Hub], select [Ready] on both consoles, then [Play Match].
The quickest way to play with other Nintendo Switch players online is by going to Seasons and searching for an opponent.
Here are some other ways you can play online with Switch players:
Please note that Nintendo Switch and Nintendo Switch 2 players cannot play online together, as they are part of separate ecosystems.
Here are some other ways you can play online with Switch players:
- In Ultimate Team, you can create a Club and join Online modes like Rivals, Champions, Online Draft, Friendlies, or Rush.
- In Clubs, you can join Drop-In, League, or Rush matches with other players.
- If you have a friend on Nintendo Switch™, you can invite them to your session and play Online Friendlies.
- If you’re within 10 meters of another active Nintendo Switch™, use Local Seasons to search for a nearby opponent and play wirelessly.
Please note that Nintendo Switch and Nintendo Switch 2 players cannot play online together, as they are part of separate ecosystems.
Yes. If you’re a Nintendo Switch player, you will have access to the full Clubs experience where you can create and personalise your Virtual Pro, create a club with friends, and take on the competition throughout the year
Yes, you can play Ultimate Team, featuring Single Player & Online Seasons, Single Player & Online Tournaments, Single Player & Online Draft, Online Singles Matches, Online Friendly Seasons, Team of the Week Challenges and Squad Building Challenges.
Yes, just like console’s editions.
For Switch, not much since it is still powered by the Frostbite engine. However, for Switch 2 there are important improvements.
Yes, it features live updates to kick-off squads throughout the season. New additions to Manager and Player Career let you live out the biggest storylines from the real-world with Live Start Points
Yes, you still can experience the authenticity and atmosphere of the UEFA Champions League, UEFA Women’s Champions League, Europa League, and UEFA Conference League.
Yes, you can play Online Seasons, Online Friendlies, and various Ultimate Team modes online. It is possible to play online with up to eight players.
Yes, you can play in Docked, Handheld, and Tabletop modes, as well as via Local Multiplayer Connection.
One of the good things about Nintendo Switch, is that you can play Football Club anytime, anywhere. You can use several different controllers and display configurations and split Joy-Con™ support.
Play with your console
Play with your console
- Docked;
- Handheld;
- Tabletop;
- Local multiplayer connection.
- Handheld;
- Dual;
- Single.
Yes, FC 27 for Nintendo includes support for Joy-Con in Handheld, Dual, and Single-mode, in addition to support for Pro Controller configuration.
Split Joy-Con support lets you and your friends play multiplayer co-op or 1v1 using just a single set of Joy-Con controllers. To enable it, go to the Select a Side screen and press the Y button. You can then configure the controllers by pressing SL and SR simultaneously on each Joy-Con. Once the setup is complete, press Ready on each Joy-Con to start the game.
You can play select games for up to two players with the included Joy-Con (one controller per person). You are also able to purchase extra controllers for multiplayer games for 3+ players.
You will need at least 31GB of free space on your Switch to download. Depending on your storage, you may need a microSD.
Japanese, English, Spanish, French, German, Italian, Dutch, Portuguese, Russian, Korean, Chinese, Japanese, English, Spanish, French, German, Italian, Dutch, Portuguese, Russian, Korean, and Chinese.
You can pre-order FC 27 on Nintendo Switch via your preferred retailer, both digitally and in-store.
Pricing varies by country. The Standard Edition is usually sold by £54.99/$59.99/€59.99, while the Ultimate Edition costs £69.99/$79.99/€79.99. Prices fo Switch 2 are all £10.00/$10.00/€10.00 more.
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