Overview & Release

Date of launch: September 27, 2024, worldwide release on the PS4, PS5, Xbox One, Xbox Series X|S, Nintendo Switch, and PC
Players with the Ultimate Edition will have early access seven days earlier (starting on September 20, 2024) than those with the Standard Edition.

Pricing & Editions Comparision

Standard Edition:

Consoles and PCs retail for about $69.99 and £59.99 in the US and the UK.
Depending on the region and platform, PS/Xbox Standard Edition typically retails for between €79 and €59 in EU markets like Germany; it may cost €79.99 for consoles and €69.99 for PCs.
Often discounted; for example, during late July 2025 sales, the Epic Store listed it for £11.99 / ~$13.99, and the PlayStation Store offered it for $14.69 (79 % off).

Ultimate Edition:

Includes decorative material, additional loan items, early access, and bonus FC Points.
Cost: about $99.99, £89.99, or €109.99 (depending on the platform)
Standard Edition is more affordable unless you plan on playing Ultimate Team right away.

Gameplay & Features (Standard Edition Includes)

1. FC IQ

A significant tactical change that offers personalized mindsets, more intelligent AI, and tactical modifications made throughout games that mimic actual managers

2. Rush Mode (5‑vs‑5)

Fast‑paced small‑sided matches in Ultimate Team, Clubs Rush, and Kick‑Off modes—replacing Volta

3.Enhanced Player Roles & GK PlayStyles

New defined roles for each position and deeper mechanics for goalkeepers, making formation and player fit more strategic

4. Career Mode & Live Start Points

The possibility to start a season midway utilizing real-world live standings and the expansion of women’s career possibilities (via update)

5. Licenses & Clubs

UEFA club competitions (Champions, Europa, Conference Leagues), Premier League, La Liga, and major women’s leagues return.

Serie A teams Roma and Napoli are back, but clubs like Inter, AC Milan, Lazio and Atalanta are featured under generic names due to licensing changes

Cover Art & Presentation

The Standard Edition cover showcases Jude Bellingham celebrating a last‑minute goal in El Clásico for Real Madrid—making him the youngest cover star ever in EA’s football games and the first Englishman since 2011.

The Ultimate Edition features five legendary footballers (Bellingham, Beckham, Buffon, Zidane, Bonmatí) in a trophy room setting

Final Thoughts

The Standard Edition of EA Sports FC 25, priced around $69.99 / £59.99, provides full access to gameplay features like FC IQ, Rush Mode, expanded Career options, and licensed leagues.

It’s the best value choice unless you want early access, extra FC Points, and cosmetic bonuses tied to the Ultimate Edition.

And with frequent discounts—especially in summer sales—it’s an excellent time to grab it at a lower price

TL;DR

Release: September 27, 2024.

Price: ~$70 / £60 (often discounted to ~$14–20).

Features: FC IQ, 5‑v‑5 Rush, enhanced tactics, licensed leagues.

Best for: Career, Clubs, and story-driven modes—the Standard Edition gives solid value.