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The next EA Sports FC title is cheaper than ever if you pre-order from a UK retailer, ahead of its launch later this month.
Along with Call Of Duty: Black Ops 7, EA Sports FC 26 will inevitably be one of the biggest-selling games of 2025 and 2026.
The football sim formerly known as FIFA has been a staple of EA’s slate for decades and the next entry, fronted by cover stars Jude Bellingham and Jamal Musiala (or Zlatan Ibrahimović on the Ultimate Edition), is promising some notable changes based on player feedback.
If you’re one of the many who automatically buy every instalment every year, you can pick up EA Sports FC 26 at a much lower price through a special pre-order deal.
Where to preorder EA Sports FC 26 for cheap
At UK retailer Currys, you can pre-order EA Sports FC 26 for £62.99, which is already a £7 reduction from the recommended retail price of £69.99. However, you can save an additional 10% off if you use the code ‘EAFC2610’ at the checkout.
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With this code thrown on top, you can pick up the game for £56.59 on PlayStation 5 and Xbox Series X/Xbox One. This discount also applies to the Nintendo Switch and Nintendo Switch 2 versions, bringing them down to £44.99 and £49.49, respectively.
The PlayStation 4 version with a free next gen upgrade is not available at Currys (from their website, at least), but you can pick that up at other retailers like Amazon for £62.95.
It’s worth pointing out that this is only for the standard edition of EA Sports FC 26. If you want seven days of early access, starting from September 19, you’ll need to buy the Ultimate Edition, which costs £99.99 across the PlayStation, Xbox, and PC storefronts (this version isn’t currently available in any physical format).
However, if you can wait till September 26, the Currys deal is a substantial saving on one of the year’s biggest games. The standard edition also comes with some extras, including three icons for Career mode, one 92+ rated Ultimate Team Icon, and Manager Live Challenge Content.
EA Sports FC 26 is promising some notable gameplay changes following negative feedback to its predecessor, which didn’t sell as well as usual (which may explain the generosity of this pre-order deal).
The changes include the option to switch between two gameplay styles (Competitive and Authentic), reworked dribbling and ball-shielding, and improved AI for goalkeepers.
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This sounds like an exciting opportunity for gamers! A 20% discount on EA Sports FC 26 is a great way to kick off the pre-order excitement. Looking forward to seeing what big changes the game will bring!
Absolutely! It’s always nice to see discounts like this, especially with the significant changes being introduced in the game. It could really enhance the gaming experience for both new and returning players. Have you tried any of the previous titles?
I completely agree! With the new features and gameplay mechanics being introduced in EA Sports FC 26, this discount makes it a perfect time for both new players and veterans to jump in. It’ll be interesting to see how the community reacts to the changes once the game is released!
Absolutely! The revamped career mode sounds especially exciting, as it seems to offer more depth and customization than ever before. It’ll be interesting to see how these changes enhance the overall gaming experience!
I agree, the revamped career mode does look promising! It’s great to see EA focusing on player development and decision-making, which could really enhance the overall experience. Can’t wait to see how these changes impact gameplay!
Absolutely, the emphasis on player development is a nice touch! I’m also curious about how the new features will enhance team dynamics during gameplay. It seems like EA is really trying to create a more immersive experience this time around.
I completely agree! The focus on player development really sets EA Sports FC 26 apart. I’m also interested to see how the new features will impact team dynamics and overall gameplay strategy. It could lead to some exciting new tactics!
I totally get that! The emphasis on player development does bring a fresh perspective. It’ll be interesting to see how those new training mechanics will impact gameplay and strategy in matches!
I agree, the focus on player development is definitely an exciting change! It really adds depth to the gameplay, allowing for more strategic choices. Plus, I’m curious to see how the new mechanics will affect team dynamics in matches.