What is FIFA Rivals? The new era of football mobile games

A Mobile Football game with a twist

FIFA and Mythical Games recently announced ‘FIFA Rivals, ‘ the first football game since the organization parted ways with EA Sports.

Expected to launch in the summer of 2025, this mobile game promises to bring fresh and arcade-style football to Android and iPhone users. Let’s check out more details in this article.

Announcing @FIFARivals ! A new chapter in football is on the horizon. Get ready to build your squad and hit the pitch in the upcoming mobile game from @playmythical #FIFARivals #MythicalGames pic.twitter.com/Tb9t9P7EuH

— FIFAe (@FIFAe) November 22, 2024

What is FIFA Rivals?

FIFA and Mythical Games will be creating an arcade-style football game that will be pretty similar to NFL Rivals. And ‘YES,’ this game will be free to play.

• Create and Manage: Establish your own soccer club, recruit players, and improve your team’s performance.
• Compete in real-time: Participate in player-versus-player (PvP) matches with a fast-paced arcade gameplay style.
• Blockchain Integration: Use the Mythos blockchain for in-game transactions, allowing you to purchase, sell, and trade players, giving a distinct economic element to the gaming experience.

Also Read: Five game-changing impacts of Konami & FIFA’s Esports partnership

FIFA’s gaming ventures post-EA

FIFA President Gianni Infantino’s earlier hints about the new digital ventures line up with this announcement. This might not be the ‘e-game’ however, there are bigger plans in sight.

FIFA has already collaborated with Konami, selecting eFootball as the platform for the FIFAe World Cup, demonstrating its commitment to esports beyond traditional gaming.

The community also has rumors that we might see a more simulation-type console game, possibly timed up with the upcoming World Cup in 2026.

Community’s Reaction and Expectations

• The launch of FIFA Rivals has prompted diverse emotions among fans.
• Excited for New Content: Many fans are excited to see FIFA experiment with new gameplay features and platforms.
• Disappointment for Simulation Fans: Those hoping for a direct EA Sports FIFA replacement may be disappointed with the arcade focus.
• Curious About Blockchain: There is curiosity about how blockchain will improve or alter the gaming experience.

FIFA Rivals has started a new chapter for FIFA Games after the breakup with EA Sports. Although this is a mobile game, fans are pretty excited to try a different FIFA Game. Also, many fans hope that in the future, we will get better football games on consoles just like we had in the past.

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