Based on the success of past games, EA Sports FC 26 is expected to be a top-selling video game this year. As the release date approaches, many soccer fans are eager to find out when they can start playing and if there will be a chance to play it before the official launch.
Just like last year, the release date for *EA Sports FC 26* depends on your location and which platform you’re playing on. This guide covers the release times for PC, Xbox, and PlayStation, and also includes details about the game’s companion and web apps.
Early Access Release Times for FC 26
| Location / Time Zone | Console Release Time | PC Release Time |
|---|---|---|
| Los Angeles (PDT) | 21:00 (September 18) | 05:00 (September 18) |
| New York (EDT) | 00:00 (September 19) | 08:00 (September 18) |
| London (BST) | 00:00 (September 19) | 13:00 (September 18) |
| Berlin (CEST) | 00:00 (September 19) | 14:00 (September 18) |
| Cairo (EEST) | 00:00 (September 19) | 15:00 (September 18) |
| Tokyo (JST) | 00:00 (September 19) | 21:00 (September 18) |
| Sydney (AEST) | 00:00 (September 19) | 22:00 (September 18) |
| Auckland (NZST) | 00:00 (September 19) | 00:00 (September 19) |
EA announced on their official blog that players who purchased the Ultimate Edition of EA Sports FC 26 on consoles can start playing at midnight local time on September 19th – the time will be based on your console’s region. PC players with early access will be able to begin playing on September 18th at 1 pm BST (8 am EDT or 2 pm CEST). A detailed table is available above to help you find the exact early access release time for your specific region and platform.
Standard Edition Release Times for FC 26
| Location / Time Zone | Console Release Time | PC Release Time |
|---|---|---|
| Los Angeles (PDT) | 21:00 (September 26) | 05:00 (September 25) |
| New York (EDT) | 00:00 (September 26) | 08:00 (September 25) |
| London (BST) | 00:00 (September 26) | 13:00 (September 25) |
| Berlin (CEST) | 00:00 (September 26) | 14:00 (September 25) |
| Cairo (EEST) | 00:00 (September 26) | 15:00 (September 25) |
| Tokyo (JST) | 00:00 (September 26) | 21:00 (September 25) |
| Sydney (AEST) | 00:00 (September 26) | 22:00 (September 25) |
| Auckland (NZST) | 00:00 (September 26) | 00:00 (September 26) |
The full version of *EA Sports FC 26* will be available one week after those with early access start playing. Console players can begin playing at midnight local time on September 26th. PC players will be able to play starting at 2 pm BST on September 25th.
EA Sports FC 26 Companion and Web App Release Times
EA has announced that the FC 26 Web App will be available starting September 17th, and the Companion App will be updated on September 18th. While the exact launch times haven’t been officially announced, if past years are any indication, fans can likely access both around 6 PM British Summer Time on their launch days.
How to Play EA Sports FC 26 Early
Players can start playing EA Sports FC 26 before anyone else by buying the Ultimate Edition. If you’re an EA Play member, you’ll get a 10-hour early access trial – and EA Play Pro members on PC can play for as long as they want during the trial period. The Ultimate Edition also comes with extra perks like 6,000 FC Points, the Season 1 Premium Pass, an extra Evo Slot, and bonus content for Clubs and Career Mode.
FAQ
Q: When Can I Start Playing EA Sports FC 26 on PlayStation?
Okay, so EA just announced that if you get early access to *FC 26*, you can start playing at midnight on September 19th, which is awesome! But if you just pre-order the regular version, you’ll have to wait until September 26th at midnight to jump in. Basically, a week’s difference depending on what you buy!
Q: When Can I Start Playing EA Sports FC 26 on PC?
Players who have early access to FC 26 on PC can begin playing on September 18th at 1 PM British Summer Time. The standard edition of the game will be available to everyone else on September 25th at the same time.
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