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EA Sports College Football 27 is Coming to PC, Madden NFL 27 Out on August 13th – Rumor
Rumors suggest that EA Sports College Football 27 will be released on PC via Steam and the Epic Games Store on July 9th, alongside its PlayStation 5 and Xbox Series X/S versions. Madden NFL 27 is also rumored to launch on PC, PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X/S, and Nintendo Switch on August 13th. Pricing details for the PC versions indicate they may be cheaper than console counterparts in Europe.
How Don Daglow helped build EA Sports decades before it existed
Veteran game designer Don Daglow reflects on his foundational role in shaping Electronic Arts' sports division decades before it became the powerhouse known as EA Sports. Daglow, who was instrumental in early sports simulations like Earl Weaver Baseball, focused on creating authentic game behavior over presentation due to hardware limitations.
EA SPORTS™ COLLEGE FOOTBALL 27 REVEALS COVER ATHLETES CELEBRATING THE NEXT GENERATION OF FOOTBALL STARS
Electronic Arts has revealed the cover athletes for EA SPORTS College Football 27, featuring Dante Moore, Malachi Toney, and Kewan Lacy on the Standard Edition, and Colin Simmons, Leonard Moore, Jayden Maiava, and Coach Curt Cignetti on the Deluxe Edition. The full game reveal is scheduled for June 4th, with a worldwide launch on July 9th, 2026. Early access will be available through EA Play starting July 2nd.
Star Wars Jedi 3 rumour suggests we might see an older Cal Kestis after a time jump, which lines up with recent promises of "more Cal stories"
A rumor suggests the upcoming Star Wars Jedi 3 may feature an older Cal Kestis after a time jump, aligning with promises of "more Cal stories." This potential narrative direction could explore Cal's increased responsibilities and darker themes following the events of Star Wars Jedi: Survivor.
FIFA Is Launching Its Own Video Game to Compete With EA and It’s a Netflix Exclusive
FIFA has partnered with Netflix to launch a new football simulation game in summer 2026, developed by Delphi Interactive. This title will be exclusively available to Netflix subscribers on mobile devices and select smart TVs, marking a departure from traditional console and PC releases. The move comes after FIFA's partnership with Electronic Arts ended, with EA rebranding its football series as EA Sports FC.
Evening Interviews
Unknown Worlds Entertainment's Subnautica 2 will feature a non-violent approach to gameplay, as explained by a developer. Separately, former Electronic Arts developers are launching a new NBA game, lamenting the decline of beloved sports titles.
Evening Postmortems/Retrospectives
This article discusses the downfall of Battlefield Online, a game Electronic Arts seemingly wants to be forgotten. It also touches upon a controversial feature in Need for Speed: Most Wanted that reportedly led to developers quitting.
EA SPORTS FC 26 Expands With “The World’s Game” | Invision Game Community
Electronic Arts is expanding EA SPORTS FC 26 with "The World's Game" update, introducing a 48-team international tournament mode featuring 53 licensed national teams. The update, also coming to EA SPORTS FC Mobile, enhances authenticity with new stadiums and kits, and adds international content to Kick Off and Ultimate Team modes.
EA SPORTS FC™ EXPANDS THE WORLD’S GAME WITH 50+ AUTHENTIC NATIONAL TEAMS COMING IN-GAME
EA SPORTS FC 26 and EA SPORTS FC Mobile are receiving 'The World's Game' update, adding 53 licensed national teams and a new tournament mode. The update, available for EA SPORTS FC 26 on June 4, allows players to lead their chosen nation to glory with official kits and player likenesses. New stadiums and expanded licensing partnerships with Brazil, Spain, and Portugal are also included.
EA Sports F1 25: Enhanced PSSR available alongside 2026 Season Pack
EA Sports F1 25: 2026 Season Pack, developed by Codemasters, will launch on June 3, 2026, for PlayStation 5. The update introduces the full 2026 FIA Formula One World Championship, featuring new teams Audi and Cadillac, updated rules, and the Madring circuit. Technical Producer Si Lumb detailed enhancements to PSSR and ray tracing for improved resolution and performance, especially on PlayStation 5 Pro.
"These sports games that were loved and revered... just went away" – How a group of ex-EA devs are launching a new NBA game
Play By Play, a studio founded by former Electronic Arts veterans, has announced its debut title, NBA: The Run, a three-vs-three street basketball game inspired by NBA Street. The game secured an official NBA license and aims to fill a market gap for arcade-style sports titles, differentiating itself from the simulation-focused NBA 2K series. The developers are prioritizing a focused, multiplayer experience without microtransactions at launch, with plans for community-driven evolution rather than annual releases.
There's one game Don't Nod narrative designer Nina Freeman won't ever uninstall from her PC, because it's banned on Steam: 'It's tragic, because everyone should play this game'
Narrative designer Nina Freeman discusses her PC gaming habits, highlighting Devotion as a game she will never uninstall due to its quality and controversial Steam ban. She also shares her most played game, Dota 2, and her appreciation for complex branching narratives in titles like Scarlet Hollow.
The Biggest (And Best?) Xbox Games You Need To Play In June 2026
This guide highlights the most anticipated Xbox games releasing in June 2026, focusing on quality over quantity. Key titles include the highly awaited Final Fantasy VII Rebirth, the remake of Gothic 1, and new entries in the Tour de France, UFC, and Hell Let Loose series. While Game Pass titles are scarce, the month offers a diverse lineup for Xbox players.
The remarkable story of Unreal 2, the sequel rescued from development hell by dooming it to failure: 'There was…
This article details the troubled development of Unreal 2, originally envisioned as a revolutionary FPS by Legend Entertainment. Creative differences, leadership crises, and a problematic business deal with Infogrames led to significant feature cuts, including multiplayer, and a rushed release. Despite its compromised state, the game's post-launch multiplayer expansion, Unreal 2: XMP, was well-received, but ultimately too late to save the studio.
Now that we have Paralives, Inzoi, and The Sims 4, life simmers finally have the variety we've been begging for
The life simulation genre is finally experiencing a resurgence with the releases of Paralives and Inzoi, offering much-needed variety alongside the established The Sims 4. Paralives is particularly praised for its robust build mode and furniture customization, while Inzoi appeals to players seeking hyper-realistic dollhouse drama. The author expresses optimism that these three titles, along with potential contenders like Tiny Life, can sustain a healthy genre.
Remedy Entertainment CEO: Alan Wake and Control should have sold more
Remedy Entertainment's new CEO, Jean-Charles Gaudechon, believes that Alan Wake and Control should have achieved greater commercial success. He aims to expand the audience for these IPs through transmedia projects, including partnerships with Annapurna Pictures for film and TV adaptations, while also focusing on improving game development and exploring new markets.
skate. Drops Season 4 Details: X Games Partnership, San Van Open + More!
Electronic Arts and Full Circle have announced details for skate. Season 4, launching June 2nd and running until August 25th. This season introduces a new skateable arena, the Lucre Financial Stadium, the San Van Open event, and a partnership with X Games. New features include a limited event game mode called X Games Spot Battles, new finger flip tricks, and improvements to social features and core gameplay.
Brazilian players can no longer play SWTOR without submitting to an intrusive age verification process
Electronic Arts and Broadsword are implementing a new age verification process for Star Wars: The Old Republic players in Brazil to comply with the Digital ECA Law. Starting May 28th, Brazilian players must verify their age on the SWTOR website to continue playing or making purchases. Players using Steam will also need to complete this verification through the official website.
Meet the New You During The Apex Legends: Overclocked Power Trip Event!
The Apex Legends: Overclocked Power Trip Event begins June 2, introducing experimental stims that grant Legends new powers. The event features a Wildcard Mode with rotating mutations and maps, Ash's new Prestige Skin, and 25 new cosmetic skins. Apex Legends is available on PlayStation 4, PlayStation 5, Xbox One, Xbox Series X|S, Nintendo Switch, and PC.
Remedy's CEO isn't worried about Control Resonant launching close to GTA 6: 'It’s going to put the spotlight even more on games than maybe in past years'
Remedy Entertainment's CEO, Jean-Charles Gaudechon, is not concerned about Control Resonant launching near Grand Theft Auto 6, believing the major release will boost the entire gaming market. He suggests that GTA 6's launch could encourage players to purchase consoles like the PlayStation 5 and subsequently discover other titles. Gaudechon also touched upon his past experience at Electronic Arts and Remedy's strategy for building its franchises.
