Published September 17, 2026
EA SPORTS FC 27 Release Date and Early Access: September 2026 Timeline
Confirmed FC 27 launch date, September 18 early access, EA Play trial and global September 25 release timeline.
EA SPORTS FC 27 launches worldwide on September 25, 2026. Eligible Ultimate Edition players can start up to seven days earlier on September 18, and EA Play members can use a 10-hour early-access trial from the same date.
FC 27 release timeline
- September 18, 2026: early access begins for eligible Ultimate Edition ownership and EA Play trial access.
- September 25, 2026: Standard Edition global launch and general release.
- September 25, 2026: FC 27 Lite becomes available as a free limited preview on listed platforms.
What “up to 7 days early access” means
EA's edition FAQ describes Ultimate Edition access beginning September 18. The wording is important because access still depends on owning the eligible edition and satisfying platform/account requirements.
EA Play trial
EA says EA Play members can use a 10-hour trial starting September 18. EA Play Pro members on PC receive day-one access through the EA Play Pro edition, according to EA's launch material.
Standard Edition launch
Standard Edition owners get the full core game from September 25. Pre-order bonuses depend on when and which edition was purchased, so use the original EA order page rather than a third-party key description.
Where to verify before buying
Use our official FC 27 links page to reach EA's edition FAQ and purchase page. This site is independent and does not sell the game.