How to Get Early Access to EA FC 25: Start Playing Before the Official Release

EA FC 25 will offer an early access period, allowing players to jump-start their gaming experience ahead of the official release. This early access feature has been a staple in previous entries of the FC series (formerly known as FIFA), and while the core system remains unchanged, there are some updates this year, including ways to enjoy early access without additional costs.

How to Access EA FC 25 Early

There are multiple ways to gain early access to EA FC 25:

1. Ultimate Edition Purchase: Players who purchase the Ultimate Edition can start playing on September 20, seven days before the official release.
2. EA Play Membership: This option provides up to 10 hours of gameplay during the early access period without any additional costs.
3. EA Play Pro Membership: Exclusive to PC, this tier grants full access to the game on day one, along with other benefits.

Details on Early Access

Ultimate Edition players can enjoy a full week of early access, with complete access to all game modes, including Ultimate Team, Career mode, and more. Progress made during early access will carry over to the full release on September 27.

For those with an EA Play membership, up to 10 hours of early access gameplay are available, starting the same day as the Ultimate Edition release. Players can choose to upgrade to the full game at any time, with all progress transferring over, and they’ll receive a 10% discount on the purchase.

EA Play Pro members, available only on PC, will enjoy the most comprehensive benefits, including early access and additional perks like FC Points and Ultimate Team packs. However, the free FC Points will be distributed in three separate batches.

What’s Included in Early Access?

The early access period will provide full access to EA FC 25, including all game modes. Even those utilizing the EA Play trial will have access to the complete game. For Standard Edition owners who don't have early access, combining EA Play benefits allows up to 10 hours of early gameplay before continuing with the full release on September 27. EA Play Pro members will receive most of the same benefits as Ultimate Edition owners, making it an attractive option for dedicated PC players.