The launch of EA Sports FC 24 is just around the corner. First, the web app launched, followed by early access. Now, the release of the standard edition is set for September 29, 2023.
Why are there different release dates for the launch of EA Sports FC 24? The period leading up to the official release is meticulously scheduled by EA, just like every year. About a week before the official release, the web app goes live, allowing you to make initial preparations for your ultimate team.
Then comes early access, which allows you to play FC 24 a full week before the official release. On September 29, the standard edition will be released.
Below, you will find all the relevant information about the individual launch dates for EA Sports FC 24.
Official release for EA FC 24 standard edition and non-pre-order customers
When is the official release? The official release date is on Friday, September 29. This is when pre-order customers of the standard edition will also enjoy their rewards. At this point, FC 24 will also be available in stores as a disc version.
When exactly can pre-order customers of the standard edition play FC 24?
If you purchased the game in the pre-order standard edition and downloaded it beforehand, you can start playing FC 24 directly at midnight from September 28 to September 29.
Web app launches on September 20, companion app the next day
What is the web app? The ultimate team season started in the web app on Wednesday, September 20, a few days earlier than the launch. Traders will particularly benefit here, as the launch of the web app also marks the opening of the transfer market. You can find tips for the web app in EAFC 24 here.
In previous years, every FIFA player received so-called welcome packs. Depending on how long you have had a club in ultimate team, you received a specific number of starter packs with gold players. However, this year they apparently will not be available (via EA.com).
A day after the launch of the web app, the corresponding companion app will also launch on Thursday, September 21.
What is the companion app? The companion app is the official EA Sports companion app for ultimate team. Its layout is only slightly different from the web app, but it is somewhat more user-friendly in terms of usage and access.
Those who have already installed the companion app can look forward to a new update on September 21, which adjusts the contents to EA Sports FC 24.
At what time will the web and companion app for FC 24 be launched?
The web app launched on September 20 at 7:00 PM. A similar time is to be expected for the companion app.
You should also bring a high level of patience, as the enormous demand may lead to overloads. This could cause players to face login issues and may take several hours before you can actually start playing.
On September 22 at 00:00, along with the transfer market, the ball will also start rolling.
With early access, you can play FC 24 a week before release
What is early access? Early access allows you to play FC 24 a week before the official release, that is, on Friday, September 22.
To get early access, you need to have pre-ordered the ultimate edition of FC 24. The pre-order bonuses include useful starter aids for ultimate team, as well as early access, which gives you a chance for an exclusive promo this year.
For more information about early access and the accompanying event, check out our overview article on early access.
When exactly can I play FC 24 with early access?
The exact start time for players on Xbox and Playstation is 00:00. This means if you pre-ordered the ultimate edition and downloaded the game beforehand, you can start playing the first matches at midnight.
PC players will have to wait a bit longer. For PC, the start time is set for 5:00 AM British time, which is 6:00 AM German time.
But not only early access users can peek into the new FIFA successor at midnight.
As an EA Play member, you can play starting September 22
What is EA Play? EA Play is a paid subscription service from EA Sports. As a member, you get the opportunity to invest 10 hours of gameplay in FC 24.
PC players with an EA Play Pro subscription even have the same unrestricted early access as those who pre-ordered the ultimate edition.
What exact start time is there for EA Play or EA Play Pro members?
With EA Play or EA Play Pro, you can start just like with early access on September 22 at 00:00 on Playstation and Xbox, and at 6:00 AM on PC.
If you neither have early access nor are a member of EA Play, you will have to wait for the official release date.
Thus, you have all dates and times at a glance.
If you want more information about the release, as well as the new FIFA successor EA Sports FC 24, check out our overview article on the most important dates and innovations for FC 24.
