EA FC 27 Early Access Precedes Global Release

EA Sports FC 27 will launch in early access on September 18, with the Standard Edition arriving worldwide on September 25, 2026, across major consoles, PC and Switch platforms. Ultimate Edition buyers receive up to seven days of early access, while EA Play members get a 10-hour trial; EA is also offering a limited free-to-download FC 27 Lite version at the full launch. The game adds The Grounds social hub, more responsive and realistic gameplay, a revamped Career Mode transfer market, PC improvements and new Football Ultimate Team features, including the FUT Gallery. EA is using the premium edition to encourage recurring Ultimate Team spending through a Season 1 Premium Pass and 6,000 FC Points distributed over three months. A rumored Ones to Watch promotion could debut around early access, featuring dynamic cards for players who changed clubs, though its lineup and availability remain unconfirmed.