By Allison Watkinson
TLL Reporter
Electronics Arts has launched an update to its EA Sports mobile game to bring it in line with the EA SPORTS FC brand.
Previously known as FIFA Mobile, the updated EA Sports FC Mobile game includes several expansions to gameplay features, player customization options, and football league licenses.
For existing users of the game, EA SPORTS FC Mobile will be available as a free update without the need to re-download to devices.
EA SPORTS FC Mobile now features over 15,000 fully-licensed professional football players from more than 650 different teams and 30 leagues.
Some of the pro football leagues included in EA Sports FC Mobile are the UEFA Champions League, Premier League, LALIGA EA SPORTS, Bundesliga, and more.
“As we enter this new era with EA SPORTS FC, we are intent on meeting our global player community where they are to deliver on player choice and create the most immersive and authentic football experiences available,” said EA Sports FC SVP, Nick Wlodyka. “EA SPORTS FC Mobile is key to unlocking a new level of engagement to enrich the FC ecosystem for our players and continue our path into a fan-first future.”
The new mobile-friendly gameplay options that have been delivered in the update are called Dynamic Game Speed, True Player Personality, Elite Shooting System, Impact Controls, and the UEFA Champions League Tournament mode.
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These gameplay adjustments are intended to increase immersion, diversify team building, and expand play-style customization.
“By honing in on what makes mobile gameplay special with our refined controls, we’ve created a football experience that’s approachable to all players and skill levels,” said EA Sports FC Mobile VP, Lawrence Koh. “With True Player Personality bringing authentic player characteristics in-game, we encourage our own community of players to discover their own style of play and celebrate the joy of glory alongside their favorite football stars.”
In addition, EA Sports FC Mobile has added a matchday broadcast update with new audiovisual features such as match intro scenes, a wide stadium-view camera, additional set piece camera options, dynamic audio commentary and team-specific chants.
The Locker Room in EA Sports FC Mobile will also offer more options for fans to customize their team and players to fit their preferred style.
These options include adjusting their star players’ kit numbers and kit appearance such as sock length, sleeve length, and shirt tucking style.
Fans can also customize their chosen Ultimate Team in the Club Identity screen with their choice of Club Crest, User Logo, Soccer Ball, and Emotes.
Users who log in to play EA SPORTS FC Mobile between Sept. 26 and Nov. 30 will have the opportunity to score an exclusive ambassador player item from the Founders Pack.
EA SPORTS FC Mobile is currently available to download on the App Store and Play Store across iOS and Android devices.
Electronic Arts is a global company that specializes in developing and distributing interactive games, media content, and online services for gaming consoles, mobile devices and PCs.