In FIFA 22, the Early Access with EA Play starts on September 22, 2021. You can play for 10 hours before the release. We look at the content and start time.
What is the FIFA 22 Trial with EA Play? The trial version with EA Play gives you 10 hours of access to FIFA 22, starting from September 22. During this time, you can play FIFA 22 without limits. From Ultimate Team to Career Mode to Volta, all content is available.
Once the 10 hours are up, access to the trial version ends. However, your FUT progress can be carried over to the full game if you get it at the FIFA 22 release.
The trial version gives you a chance to get ahead – just like the FIFA 22 Web App.
What do I need for the EA Play Trial? Basically, you just need an EA Play membership on your platform of choice to use the Early Access. Then you get access to the trial version.
FIFA 22 Early Access with EA Play – Start & Time
What time does FIFA 22 start with EA Play? Only the date, September 22, 2021, has been officially confirmed. However, players seem to be starting to access the trial version now.
Update, 19:00: On Twitter, the EA Play account posted that the trial version is now available for everyone. In the comments, some players report that there are still issues with the PC trial version if they pre-ordered the game. This is a topic in the FIFA subreddit (via reddit).
Update, 17:00: In the FIFA subreddit, players are reporting that the download for the trial version of FIFA 22 is now available in the PlayStation Store (via reddit). Also, some Xbox players can now download the trial version and start with the 10 hours.
Meanwhile, the first TOTW in FIFA 22 has been released.
Update, 12:30: There is still only the information that the Early Access will start during the day. If you are planning to participate in the Early Access, you can find 3 tips on how to make the most of the 10 hours.
Update, September 22, 08:30: So far, the trial version is not yet available. A tweet from EA Help on Twitter at 08:22 confirms: The Early Access starts “later today”. So don’t be surprised if the download and start have not yet worked for you.
As soon as there is more information, we will keep you updated.
In the FIFA subreddit, there is a discussion that the trial might start at 19:00 German time on September 22 (via reddit). The basis for this is a tweet that is currently no longer available.
It is possible that the trial version will only be available in the evening.
Is there a Pre-Load for the FIFA 22 Trial? As of now, there is no official information regarding a pre-load for the trial version with EA Play. At least in the case of Steam, a tweet from EA Help indicates that a pre-load is not being offered.
As soon as there are new updates, we will keep you informed.
What is the benefit of Early Access with EA Play in FUT?
How to gain an advantage: Generally, you can earn coins by playing the game. Especially during Early Access, this can be interesting, as you get early budget for activities in the transfer market. You can then use this on the transfer market in the web app and potentially benefit from the fact that not so many players are involved yet – and snag some bargains.
At the same time, there should be some bonus content available during Early Access in FUT.
- An untradeable 80-84 Player Pick and a Team of the Week loan player (10 games) can be earned through special Early Access objectives.
- TOTW 1 with improved cards will be online during this time.
- There will be special live FUT friendly matches during Early Access, where you can play for pack rewards.
- Additionally, there will be a Ones-to-Watch SBC.
You can find out more about the start in FUT here.
The costs of EA Play
How much does EA Play cost? The cost depends on your platform of choice.
- Currently, Xbox and PlayStation cost 99 cents per month (via EA Play). Important: EA Play is already included in the Xbox Game Pass.
- It is 3.99 euros per month with Origin or Steam.
- Another alternative is EA Play Pro for 14.99 euros per month.
What is EA Play Pro? EA Play Pro is available for PC via Origin or EA app and grants full access to various special versions of certain games.
This is the case with FIFA 22, with the Ultimate Edition. It will be available to Pro members starting September 22 – and for an unlimited time.
Cancel EA Play: You can cancel EA Play at any time. So if you have had enough of the FIFA trial, you can terminate the subscription afterward. For example, it is possible to secure the trial for 99 cents and then unsubscribe.
If you start the game early, it may be worth looking for strong players for Ultimate Team. Here you can find 10 good players for the start in FUT.
