For many years now, fans of the FIFA video game franchise have been calling for the game to be cross-platform.
In the latest edition of the game with EA Sports and FIFA in partnership, FIFA 23 will offer significant cross-platform playability for the first time.
The sports news looks at how to play FIFA with friends and gamers using different systems.
How does FIFA 23 cross-platform play work?
Finally, FIFA 23 will play cross-platform in a number of game modes, but functionality will be limited at launch.
Cross-platform play is only available to gamers using FIFA 23 on the same platform.
The platforms are grouped as: First generation: PS4 and Xbox One | Second generation: PS5, Xbox Series X/S, Stadia and PC.
Depending on which version a gamer owns, they can play cross-platform with other users of the same generation.
For example, if a gamer owns the PS4 version, he can play against Xbox One users, and if a gamer owns a PS5 version, he can play against PC users.
At launch, gamers will not be able to play cross-platform in Pro Clubs or other Co-Op modes.
against friends
FIFA 23 cross-platform play allows gamers to play against friends in the following game modes:
- Friendly Online
- FUT Play a friend
Online match making
FIFA 23 cross-platform play allows gamers to play against friends in the following game modes:
- FUT Online Friendly
- Online Seasons
- FUT Rivals
- FUT Champions
- FUT Online Draft
Will Pro Clubs and Co-Op modes be included in FIFA 23’s cross-platform features?
At the launch of FIFA 23, it will not be possible to play Pro Clubs or Co-Op game modes between different platforms.
However, following a public response that the feature will be missing from Pro Clubs, EA Sports has announced that they will be “focused” on bringing this feature to the game eventually.
“I wanted to start by talking about an important topic in the community, cross-play,” said Richard Walz, Game Design Director for Pro Clubs and VOLTA Football at EA Sports.
“I share your desire to see cross-play in Pro Clubs, and understand the frustration that it was not included in the FIFA 23 launch.
“While we are excited about the first steps in bringing new cross-play features to FIFA 23, we also recognize what cross-play functionality could mean for the Pro Clubs mode with the potential to improve matchmaking and bring friends of different platforms of the same generation to play together.
“With the magnitude of such an important feature, our goal is to bring you the best possible experiences. As we look to our cross-play future, we are focused on matchmaking in Pro Clubs, VOLTA and FUT Co-op, as well as cross-platform lobby invites and ultimately cross-platform Pro Clubs.
“We are eager to provide updates in the future as the team continues to execute on the plan for the future of cross-play. We love the passion of our community and you help us strengthen our determination to bring the mode move forward and bring quality changes for you as players to enjoy.
“We will provide an update on cross-play as soon as possible, we hear from you.”
At the moment there don’t seem to be any plans to bring cross-platform play to Co-Op modes.
Where can I buy FIFA 23?
Pre-order FIFA 23 Standard, Ultimate or Legacy Editions
FIFA 23 can be pre-ordered directly through EA Sports by clicking the link here – with the link that will take you to the EA Sports store in your region of the world.
The game can also be pre-ordered through video game stores and some electronics stores, including Epic Games (US), EB Games (AU), and GAME (UK).
How to buy FIFA 23 once the game is released?
FIFA 23 can be purchased at most video game stores and electronics stores that sell video games.
The game can also be purchased in physical or digital form through the EA Sports storefront.
What is the cheapest way to buy FIFA 23?
There are two ways consumers can get a 10 percent discount to buy FIFA 23.
- If you have a subscription to EA Play, if you purchase the game digitally through the EA Sports website.
- If you own FIFA 22, open the game and click on the ‘pre-order FIFA 23’ button, where you need to buy the Ultimate edition to get the discount.
Remark: Both discounts are separate and cannot be combined.
FIFA 23 price: how much do the Standard, Ultimate and Legacy editions cost?
Prices for the game based on console and edition are listed below with US, Australia and UK costs.
EA Play subscribers can get 10 percent off these prices if they pre-order.
| To console | Edition | US DOLLAR$ | € | UK£ |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| PS5 & Xbox X/S | Standard | $69.99 | $109.95 | £69.99 |
| PS5 & Xbox X/S | ultimate | $99.99 | $149.95 | £89.99 |
| PS4 & Xbox One | Standard | $59.99 | $99.95 | £59.99 |
| PS4 & Xbox One | ultimate | $99.99 | $149.95 | £89.99 |
| pc | Standard | $59.99 | $99.95 | £59.99 |
| pc | ultimate | $99.99 | $119.95 | £79.99 |
| Google Stadia | ultimate | $89.99 | $89.99 | £79.99 |
| Nintendo Switch | Legacy | $39.99 | $59.95 | £34.99 |
FIFA 23 Standard Edition vs. Ultimate Edition
As with previous versions, FIFA 23 will boast three different editions that fans can purchase: the Standard Edition, the Ultimate Edition and the Legacy Edition.
The standard edition costs $59.99 (£59.99), consistent with most major video game releases.
The Ultimate Edition costs $99.99 (£89.99), but gives the user access to the game three days early on the pre-release date. It also comes with the following:
| Benefits | Standard | ultimate |
|---|---|---|
| Team of the Week 1 Player Item (non-tradable) | ️ | ️ |
| Kylian Mbappe loan item | ️ | ️ |
| Player’s Choice for FUT Ambassador Loan | ️ | ️ |
| Career mode Homegrown talent | ️ | ️ |
| FUT ‘Ones to Watch’ Item | — | ️ |
| 4,600 FIFA Points | — | ️ |
| FIFA World Cup FUT Hero (on pre-orders) | — | ️ |
| Three days early access (with pre-orders) | — | ️ |
The Legacy Edition costs $39.99 (£34.99) and is a recall to previous versions, with updated rosters, but “without any new development or significant improvements,” EA Sports confirmed. This is mainly for the Nintendo Switch, which only comes in Legacy Edition. It won’t come with HyperMotion 2’s new technology improvements or any of the new gameplay modes. Essentially this is FIFA 22 with a few minor upgrades.
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