EA confirm they will no longer make FIFA video games

Electronic Arts have confirmed that they will stop making the popular FIFA video game series in 2023

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EA will continue to make football video games, but after FIFA 23 they will come under a new banner

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EA Sports FC. A subdivision of EA Sports made the first FIFA game in 1993

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The cost of the game's licence was one of the reasons why the drastic decision was made.

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"I want to start by thanking this incredible community of more than 150 million fans for helping build the world’s biggest football entertainment platform - EA Sports

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"Next year, EA SPORTS FC will become the future of football from EA SPORTS

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"Next year, EA SPORTS FC will become the future of football from EA SPORTS

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The news of the name change was also announced on EA's social media platforms

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