EA SPORTS FC™ 25 Dual Entitlement FAQ

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EA SPORTS FC™ 25 includes Dual Entitlement, which lets you upgrade your copy of EA SPORTS FC™ 25 on PlayStation 4 to PlayStation 5, or Xbox One to Xbox Series X|S at no additional cost.

Here’s all you need to know about how Dual Entitlement works in EA SPORTS FC™ 25.

What does Dual Entitlement mean?

Dual Entitlement means you can upgrade your copy of EA SPORTS FC™ 25 from PlayStation 4 to PlayStation 5, or Xbox One to Xbox Series X|S at no additional cost.

Simply put, it gives you access to the game on both PlayStation 4 and PlayStation 5, or Xbox One and Xbox Series X|S.

When does EA SPORTS FC™ 25 launch?

EA SPORTS FC™ 25 launches worldwide on September 27, 2024. Pre-ordering EA SPORTS FC™ 25 Ultimate Edition gives you up to seven days’ early access which will enable you to play from September 20, 2024.

Does everyone get Dual Entitlement with the purchase of EA SPORTS FC™ 25?

Dual Entitlement is available with the purchase of EA SPORTS FC™ 25—both Ultimate Edition and Standard Edition—at digital and physical stores. Please note that a physical copy of the game will require a console with a disc drive (PS5/Xbox Series X) in order to upgrade.

How do I make sure I benefit from Dual Entitlement on my PlayStation 5 or Xbox Series X|S?

If you buy EA SPORTS FC™ 25 and start playing on PlayStation 4 or Xbox One, you’ll be able to upgrade your copy once you have the corresponding next generation console (PlayStation 4 to PlayStation 5, or Xbox One to Xbox Series X|S) by downloading it to your new console.

What if I upgrade from PlayStation 4 to Xbox Series X|S, or Xbox One to PlayStation 5?

The Dual Entitlement upgrade is only available when you upgrade from PlayStation 4 to PlayStation 5, or Xbox One to Xbox Series X|S.

Do I have to purchase EA SPORTS FC™ 25 digitally to benefit from Dual Entitlement?

No, you can purchase EA SPORTS FC™ 25 at digital and physical stores to take advantage of the Dual Entitlement offer. Please note that a physical copy of the game will require a console with a disc drive (PS5/Xbox Series X) in order to upgrade.

Be aware though that physical stores also sell PS5-only packaged products which will be playable only on a PlayStation 5 console.

Once I upgrade can I go back to PlayStation 4 or Xbox One?

Yes, you’ll be able to play EA SPORTS FC™ 25 on PlayStation 4 or Xbox One after taking advantage of the Dual Entitlement offer.

Can I play the PlayStation 4 version of EA SPORTS FC™ 25 on my PlayStation 5, or the Xbox One version on my Xbox Series X|S?

Yes, you can download and play the PlayStation 4 version of EA SPORTS FC™ 25 on your PlayStation 5, and the Xbox One version of EA SPORTS FC™ 25 on your Xbox Series X|S.

Does Dual Entitlement give me access to both the PlayStation 4 and PlayStation 5 versions of EA SPORTS FC™ 25, or both the Xbox One and Xbox Series X|S versions of EA SPORTS FC™ 25?

Yes, with Dual Entitlement you’ll be able to access and play both the PlayStation 4 and PlayStation 5 version of EA SPORTS FC™ 25 on your PlayStation 5, or both the Xbox One and Xbox Series X|S version of EA SPORTS FC™ 25 on your Xbox Series X|S.

You can switch back and forth between each version of the game, providing they are both installed on your PlayStation 5 or Xbox Series X|S.

Does my progress in EA SPORTS FC™ 25 carry over from PlayStation 4 to PlayStation 5, or Xbox One to Xbox Series X|S?

All progress you make or content you acquire within EA SPORTS FC™ 25 Ultimate Team (including players, items, coins, FC Points, match record, and leaderboard placement) will transfer from PlayStation 4 to PlayStation 5 and back, or Xbox One to Xbox Series X|S and back. Progress within all other modes including Online Seasons, Co-Op Seasons, Manager and Player Career, Clubs, etc. will be specific to the console you are playing on and won’t transfer between consoles.

Will my progress transfer if I go from PlayStation 4 to Xbox Series X|S, or Xbox One to PlayStation 5?

No, your progress in EA SPORTS FC™ 25 Ultimate Team will only transfer from PlayStation 4 to PlayStation 5, or Xbox One to Xbox Series X|S.

Will PlayStation 5 players be able to match up and play against PlayStation 4 players? What about Xbox Series X|S players with Xbox One?

You will be able to match up with and against other players based on the version of EA SPORTS FC™ 25 that you are playing†.

If you are playing the PlayStation 4 version of EA SPORTS FC™ 25 you will be able to match up and play with and against other players who are also playing on that generation version of EA SPORTS FC™ 25, regardless of whether they are playing on their PlayStation 4,  PlayStation 5, Xbox One, or Xbox Series X|S. The same is true for the Xbox One version of EA SPORTS FC™ 25, where you will be able to match up and play with and against other players who are playing the same generation version on either their Xbox One, Xbox Series X|S, PlayStation 4, or PlayStation 5.

If you are playing the PlayStation 5 version of EA SPORTS FC™ 25, you will only be able to match up with and play against other players who are playing that generation version, regardless of whether they’re playing on their PlayStation 5 or Xbox Series X|S. The same is true for the Xbox Series X|S version of EA SPORTS FC™ 25, where only players playing the current-gen version on Xbox Series X|S or PlayStation 5 will be able to play with or against each other.

Will my pre-order content from PlayStation 4 or Xbox One carry over to PlayStation 5 or Xbox Series X|S?

If you redeemed pre-order content in EA SPORTS FC™ 25 on PlayStation 4 you will continue to be able to access that content, when using the same account, in EA SPORTS FC™ 25 on PlayStation 5. If you pre-ordered EA SPORTS FC™ 25 on PlayStation 4, but waited to play the game first on PlayStation 5, you will still receive the content on the applicable account.

If you redeemed pre-order content in EA SPORTS FC™ 25 on Xbox One, you will continue to be able to access that content, when using the same account, in EA SPORTS FC™ 25 on Xbox Series X|S. If you pre-ordered EA SPORTS FC™ 25 on Xbox One, but waited to play the game first on Xbox Series X|S, you will still receive the content on the applicable account.

Both scenarios apply also to the EA SPORTS FC 24 pre-order content granted for those pre-ordering before August 21st, 2024: If you redeemed pre-order content in EA SPORTS FC™ 24 on PlayStation 4 or Xbox One you will continue to be able to access that content, when using the same account, in EA SPORTS FC™ 24 on PlayStation 5 or Xbox Series X|S.

*To be released with a post-launch update. For more details & availability, visit https://www.ea.com/games/ea-sports-fc/fc-25/disclaimers.

Conditions & restrictions apply. Offers may not be available on all platforms and/or all territories. See https://www.ea.com/games/ea-sports-fc/fc-25/disclaimers for details.

*HyperMotionV technology only available on PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X|S, and PC versions.

EA SPORTS FC™ 25 launches September 27, 2024 on PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X|S, PlayStation 4, Xbox One, PC and Nintendo Switch. Pre-order now!

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