EA Sports FC 25 Showcase Guide

For players looking to experience the full immersion of football gaming, EA Sports has long been the industry standard, offering a detailed recreation of the sport. Despite rebranding from FIFA to EA Sports FC, the franchise continues to deliver authentic content, including officially licensed leagues, players, and stadiums.

However, accessing EA Sports FC 25 requires a minimum investment of $80, which may not be feasible for all players. To make the game more accessible, EA has introduced Showcase — a new initiative designed to bring more players into the game’s ecosystem. Here’s all you need to know about EA Sports FC 25’s Showcase, including how to download, play with friends, and the content it includes.

What Is EA Sports FC 25 Showcase?

The EA Sports FC 25 Showcase is a free version of the game that gives players access to a rotating selection of modes and content, allowing them to experience a portion of the full game before making a purchase. The FC 25 Showcase version is available on PlayStation 4, PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X/S, Xbox One, and PC (Steam, EA Play, Epic Games), offering a hands-on preview of gameplay mechanics, teams, and features for all platforms without requiring any payment.

Unlike traditional demos that impose time limits, the EA Sports FC 25 Showcase remains available as long as players keep it downloaded on their platform of choice. This means players can continue accessing it indefinitely, making it a flexible way to explore the game before committing to the full version.

How To Play & Download EA Sports FC 25 Showcase

To play EA Sports FC 25 Showcase, players simply need to download the game by visiting their preferred platform store (PlayStation 4, PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X/S, Xbox One, or PC via Steam, EA Play, or Epic Games), search for EA FC 25 Showcase, select the free version, and download it. Keep in mind that in order to play any of the available content, an internet connection is required.

Can You Play EA FC 25 Showcase With Friends?

Yes, EA Sports FC 25 Showcase allows players to team up with friends who own either the full game or the Showcase version. This ensures that players can enjoy the game together, even if they haven’t purchased the full edition. However, since Showcase is a limited version, only the content available in that version can be accessed. Playing with friends who own the full game won’t be restricted, but they won’t be able to use content that isn’t included in the Showcase experience when playing with those on the free version.

How To Play With Friends In EA Sports FC 25 Showcase

To play EA FC 25 Showcase with friends, you’ll need to ensure they are added to your friends list on your platform of choice (PlayStation, Xbox, or PC) or through EA’s friend system. Once in the game, navigate to the friends menu, select the friend you want to play with, and send them an invite to join your lobby.

Alternatively, you can invite them from within the selected game mode or play locally with friends by connecting additional controllers to your console or PC.

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All EA Sports FC 25 Showcase Content

Here’s all the content available in the EA Sports FC 25 Showcase version:

• Learn To Play
  • Training Course: Practice different scenarios of a football match.
  • Rush: Practice Rush mode before jumping into the online Clubs version.
  • Skill Games: Practice the different dribbles that the game has to fake out opponents in the match.
  • Practice Arena: Customizable pitch with the ability to add players, practice set pieces, check gameplay features, and even play matches against the AI.
• Kick Off
  • Classic Match: Classic 11v11 match with a selection of teams (including Men’s and Women’s) that will rotate randomly — this means that the same teams or leagues may not always be available.
• Clubs
  • Create Your Player: Create and customize your player to use in Clubs. You will be able to upgrade through gameplay and gain experience until Level 50. If you purchase the full version, all your Clubs’ player progress will carry over.
  • Rush: Compete in 4v4 online matches with other players to gain XP and improve your player.
• Settings
  • The FC 25 Showcase version has access to the full settings, including Gameplay, Match, Camera, Visual, Audio, Simulation Settings, CPU Sliders, Rules, Graphics Mode to customize the experience to your needs.

Does EA Sports FC 25 Showcase Have Cross-Play?

Yes, just like the full version of the game, EA Sports FC 25 Showcase supports cross-play, allowing players on different platforms to compete against each other. This feature also enables friends on separate systems to team up and play together seamlessly.

Does EA Sports FC 25 Showcase Progress Carry Over To Full Version?

Yes, all progress made in EA Sports FC 25 Showcase will carry over to the full game if you decide to purchase it. This includes your Clubs player, along with any upgrades and achievements earned during your time in the Showcase version.

Franchise

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EA Sports FC

Released

September 27, 2024

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Developer(s)

EA Canada, EA Romania

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OpenCritic Rating

Strong

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Multiplayer

Online Multiplayer, Local Multiplayer, Online Co-Op, Local Co-Op

Engine

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Frostbite

ESRB

Everyone // Alcohol And Tobacco Reference, Users Interact, In-Game Purchases (Includes Random Items)

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