The release of FIFA 20 is approaching. However, the game will not be released on a single date, but rather on several days depending on the edition and subscription service, so we will clarify the most important questions regarding the launch. The schedule for EA Access, Origin Access Premier, and the Standard Edition, Champions Edition, and Ultimate Edition.
When does FIFA 20 start? The official release date of FIFA 20 is September 27, 2019. However, many players will start a few days earlier because the Standard Edition will be released only on September 27. With all other editions and subscription offers for FIFA 20, you can start earlier.
How can you play FIFA 20 early? Here are the release dates on which FIFA 20 will be released according to the schedule:
- September 19, 2019 (September 18?): Early access via Origin Access Premier
- September 19, 2019: 10-hour early access with EA Access and Origin Access
- September 24, 2019: Early access with Champions Edition and Ultimate Edition
- September 27, 2019: Release of the Standard Edition of FIFA 20
Play FIFA 20 first with Origin Access Premier – PC only
What is Origin Access Premier? It is a subscription service that gives you access to a large collection of EA games, and you can play new games – like FIFA 20 – first. Premier costs 14.99 Euros per month or 99.99 Euros per year.
For which platform is it available? Only for PC.
When can you play FIFA 20? According to the EA site, it starts on September 19, 2019, via Origin Access Premier. However, the fifauteam website expects a start on September 18 around 5 PM. Last year, an “early start” was possible with FIFA 19 through Origin Access.
The special thing about Origin Access Premier is that you can play the full version of FIFA 20 unrestricted on PC. If you can afford Premier, you can gain advantages in FUT 20 right away.
Play FIFA 20 early with EA Access and Origin Access – PS4, Xbox One, PC
What are EA Access and Origin Access and how much do they cost?
- Origin Access is a subscription service exclusively for PC that costs 3.99 Euros per month or 24.99 Euros per year. This gives you a 10-hour trial version of FIFA 20. Your progress will carry over to the main game if you purchase it.
- EA Access is a subscription service for PS4 and Xbox One and costs the same as Origin Access. It provides a 10-hour trial version of FIFA 20. Your progress will carry over to the main game if you purchase it.
For which platforms is the trial version available? Through the subscription services mentioned above, you can access the 10-hour trial version on PS4, Xbox One, and PC.
When can you play FIFA 20? Starting September 19, likely around 5 PM.
Note that under EA Access and Origin Access, early access is limited to 10 hours. Additionally, you need to purchase FIFA 20. However, everything you play in the trial version will transfer. So you can earn a little head start.
Early Access with the Champions Edition and Ultimate Edition
What are the Champions Edition and the Ultimate Edition? These are more expensive editions of FIFA 20 that secure you a 3-day early access as well as extra bonuses like packs for FUT 20.
- FIFA 20 Champions Edition – 79.99 € on PC (89.99 € on PS4 and Xbox One)
- FIFA 20 Ultimate Edition – 89.99 € on PC (99.99 € on PS4 and Xbox One)
For which platforms are the editions available? For PS4, Xbox One, and PC.
When can you play FIFA 20? With these two editions, it starts on September 24, 2019. If you pre-ordered digitally, the start should happen at midnight.
Where can I pre-order the FIFA 20 editions? You can find all information about the FIFA 20 editions and pre-ordering here. Here you will also learn which edition is worth it for you.
With the Champions Edition and the Ultimate Edition, you will receive unrestricted early access to FIFA 20.
Release date of the Standard Edition of FIFA 20
What is the Standard Edition? This is the cheapest edition of FIFA 20, which offers the least pre-order bonuses and does not provide early access. It costs 59.99 Euros for PC and 69.99 Euros for PS4 and Xbox One.
For which platforms is the edition available? For PS4, Xbox One, and PC.
When can you play FIFA 20? Starting September 27, 2019. If you pre-ordered digitally, it should be around midnight.
Where can I pre-order the FIFA 20 Standard Edition? All information about the FIFA 20 editions and pre-ordering can be found here. Here you will also learn which edition is worth it for you.
Is FIFA 20 coming for Switch, PS3, and Xbox 360?
FIFA 20 for Switch: Yes, FIFA 20 is coming for the Nintendo Switch but in a heavily reduced Legacy version, missing the new features.
Is there FIFA 20 for PS3 and Xbox 360? No, FIFA 19 is said to be the last FIFA game for the last-gen consoles.
New features in FIFA 20
What’s new in FIFA 20? The biggest new feature in FIFA 20 is the Volta mode, which brings street football back to the FIFA series. Additionally, EA Sports has implemented numerous innovations in Career Mode, FUT 20, Kick-Off mode, and Pro Clubs.
With revised gameplay and a substantial license package, including many new Bundesliga stadiums, FIFA 20 aims to attract football fans this year.
The most important innovations in FIFA 20 are summarized here:
