New FIFA Game Rumored to Be in Development by 2K, Not EA

A credible insider has sparked excitement with a new rumor suggesting that the next FIFA game is on its way and it’s not being developed by EA. An announcement for a new FIFA partnership is anticipated to coincide with Summer Game Fest 2024.

End of an Era and New Beginnings

In 2022, FIFA and EA Sports ended their three-decade-long partnership, marking a significant shift for the iconic sports franchise. As a result, no new FIFA game was released in 2023, with EA Sports transitioning to its new EA Sports FC franchise. Despite the split, FIFA assured fans that a new FIFA title would still be developed, as they were in talks with various developers globally. By February 2024, rumors surfaced suggesting that the next FIFA game might be developed by 2K, known for their NBA 2K and PGA Tour 2K franchises.

Insider Updates and Speculations

Mike Straw, senior editor at Insider Gaming, provided an update on the next FIFA game's status. He indicated that there is substantial evidence supporting his initial claim from February. According to Straw, sources close to the development are not yet ready to go on record, but an announcement of a new partnership is expected soon. Straw's information suggests that 2K is indeed developing the new FIFA game, a claim previously hinted at by video game researcher and leaker Kurakasis.

Imminent Announcement and Future Prospects

FIFA confirmed in mid-2023 that a new FIFA game was still in the works, despite no longer being associated with EA. If Straw's claims hold true, 2K likely secured a licensing agreement with FIFA over a year ago, and development is well underway. An official announcement might be made at Summer Game Fest 2024, an event known for major game reveals and updates on titles set to launch in the latter half of 2024 and beyond. However, it's important to note that FIFA has not officially confirmed any details about the new game announcement.

In response to a Twitter user, Straw also provided an update on 2K's new NFL game. According to Straw, 2K is developing a new mobile NFL game alongside a "full game" for unannounced platforms. Unlike the new FIFA game, the timeline for the NFL game’s announcement remains unclear due to multiple restarts in its development.

A New Era of Competition

The upcoming FIFA game will directly compete with EA Sports FC, which is expected to release a new entry as EA Sports FC 25 this year. This competition between the two franchises could be beneficial for gamers, as both EA and 2K might introduce innovative features and ideas to make their respective titles stand out.