EA Sports FC 26 introduces significant gameplay innovations which include a complete overhaul of dribbling mechanics, enhanced artificial intelligence for player positioning, and more lifelike goalkeeper animations. The game also features two distinct gameplay presets: Competitive, tailored for Ultimate Team and Clubs with faster-paced action and smarter AI; and Authentic, designed for Career Mode with realistic football behaviors and tactics based on real-world data.[2]
Various changes were also done to Career Mode, especially Manager Career. Manager Live Challenges were added, which allowed players to choose specific challenges to complete, such as winning the Treble, or being on top of the league by Christmas. Another new feature was Unexpected Events, which meant events similar to real-life scenarios such as players being home sick could affect your club. Player career also received some changes, notably the addition of Archtypes. That feature allowed players to choose a specific path or playing style for their player to progress, with enabled more personalization to the experience. [3]
The game was nominated for "Best Sports/Racing Game" and "Innovation in Accessibility" at The Game Awards 2025, but did not win either category.[23]
Sales
In September 2025, the game debuted as the best-selling game in the United Kingdom.[24] By October 2025, FC 26 sold more than 12 million copies, whereas 8 millions of those copies were for PlayStation consoles, with 88% going to PS5, and 12% for PS4, though sells on other platforms are currently unknown.[25]
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