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FC 26 BETA WRONG PLATFORM
Hi, Received FC 26 Beta code for ps4 when I requested a ps5 one. Came out without downloading when I type in same code again it says "already redeemed" I havent but can't seem to continue. Any help to get this resolved as wanted to play the beta on PS5 as was massively on the fence this year. And yes I completed the ea playtester.Solved9.7KViews17likes724CommentsFC 26 Not showing up in library after i preordered it.
I preordered ea sports fc 26 through the ea app on my pc. The game itself doesnt show up in my library but i have recieved all rewards for the fc 25 game. It even shows up in my order history but not in the library. I have tried many things such as restarting my computer and the app. I have also tried logging in and out and clearing the cache but nothing fixes the problem. Please Help.Solved2.9KViews23likes94CommentsHow to play the EA SPORTS FC™ 26 Closed Beta
When does the EAS FC Closed Beta start? The Closed Beta for EAS FC 26 runs from August 6, 2025 at 5 PM UTC until August 26, 2025 at 5 PM UTC. Playing on Nintendo Switch™ 2?The Closed Beta for Nintendo Switch™ 2 players will start on August 8, 2025. If you got an email from us inviting you to sign up for the Closed Beta, that doesn’t guarantee you’ll receive a code. If your email specifies Nintendo Switch™ 2, you might be invited to play on another platform. Where to play the EAS FC Closed Beta The EAS FC 26 Closed Beta will be available on: PlayStation®5 PlayStation®4 PC (Steam and the EA app) Xbox Series X|S Xbox One Nintendo Switch™ Nintendo Switch™ 2. What modes are available in the EAS FC Closed Beta? Not all game modes will be available to all players during the Beta period. When you’re invited to join the Beta, the email will highlight which game modes you can play.You might see game modes like: Career Mode Ultimate Team™ Clubs. How the EAS FC Closed Beta works If you’re having problems redeeming your code or accessing the Closed Beta, try using our Beta access tool. The tool can help with: error messages when entering your code problems downloading the Beta confirming your invite status. How to sign up for the Closed Beta Players are invited to the Closed Beta. Learn more in our Closed Beta guide about how Closed Betas work. Signing up for EA Playtesting doesn’t guarantee access to the EA SPORTS FC™ 26 Closed Beta. Where to find your Closed Beta code If you’ve been invited to play the EA SPORTS FC™ 26 Closed Beta, we’ll send your code to the email address linked to your EA Account.If you didn’t get an email, that means you weren’t selected for this Beta. Our advisors can’t send you a code or check if you’ll be invited. Need help redeeming your Closed Beta code? Follow our step-by-step guide on how to redeem codes. Go to the EA redemption page to enter your code. Will progress from the Closed Beta carry over? No, your Closed Beta progress won’t carry over to the full game when it launches. EAS FC Closed Beta rules You must be 18 years old or older. To play the Closed Beta, you’ll need an online connection and an EA Account. You’ll also need to accept the EA User Agreement, EA Privacy & Cookie Policy, and the Pre-release Feedback Agreement. It’s against our rules to post, stream, capture, or otherwise share content from Closed Beta gameplay and forums. If you break those rules, you’ll lose access to the Closed Beta and be placed on a no-access list for future opportunities. In addition, your posted or streamed content may be taken down, and you might get a strike on any channels that you stream the Closed Beta from. Our advisors can't give you a code if you don’t get one. Your code is just for you. It can’t be transferred to another account or shared with another player. The Closed Beta is only available in the United States and the United Kingdom. You need an active subscription to Xbox Live Gold, PlayStation®Plus, or Nintendo Switch Online to play. Found a bug or have feedback? If you want to report a bug or have feedback, you can post it in our EAS FC 26 Closed Beta forums. Only people with access to and who have logged into the Closed Beta can use the forums—you’ll have to log in using your EA Account used to log into the Closed Beta.Since this is a Closed Beta, our advisors won’t be able to help troubleshoot anything that might happen while you’re playing. Use the forums to tell us about any problems or possible bugs. If you log in from the EAS FC 26 page on our forums, refresh the page to get access to the Beta board.EA_VendceraPlace FC 26 General DiscussionFC 26 General DiscussionCommunity Manager10KViews6likes86CommentsReceived FC26 Beta Code
Received Beta code invite for Nintendo switch which is the console I play on but when inputting the code in the Nintendo eShop I receive error code: 2813-0042 "The product associated with that code is not currently available." Seems like others have had the same issue and have not been able to resolve it. Hopefully it's a temporary issue.Solved1.5KViews3likes61CommentsNo beta code even though I got an invite?
Got an email saying I’m invited to play the beta but didn’t receive an actual code? Checked my spam, checked my inbox, nothing… anyone else get this or know how to sort this out? Can’t even find the live support to ask them eitherMenmaKumenjuPlace FC 26 General DiscussionFC 26 General DiscussionSeasoned Newcomer333Views4likes47CommentsI would like to join the EA FC 26 Beta
Hi, I would like to join the EA FC 26 Beta. Platform: PS5 Thanks!SolvedAlmalki479Place FC 26 General DiscussionFC 26 General DiscussionSeasoned Newcomer12KViews5likes41CommentsFC 26 Should not remove TIME FINISH SHOOT or keep it as an option like FC 25
The Time Finish shooting mechanic in EA Sports' FIFA series has profoundly enriched gameplay, offering a sophisticated layer of skill-based challenge that deeply resonates with both casual players and competitive enthusiasts. Retaining this mechanic in FC 26 is essential to preserve the strategic complexity and immersive realism that players have come to expect from EA Sports. Unlike simpler shooting methods, Time Finish rewards precision, timing, and skillful execution, creating exhilarating moments where player input directly translates into tangible, rewarding outcomes. The satisfaction derived from perfectly timed shots significantly enhances player engagement, offering an adrenaline-inducing experience reminiscent of high-stakes real-world football scenarios. Time Finish is distinctive in its ability to balance accessibility with mastery. While new players can easily grasp the basic execution, experienced gamers continually find depth through mastering timing nuances, ensuring sustained engagement over countless gaming sessions. The mechanic incentivizes continuous practice and skill development, essential elements that foster long-term player retention. Furthermore, Time Finish enhances the strategic dimension of FC 26, compelling players to make split-second decisions about when to attempt these high-risk, high-reward shots. Such strategic depth maintains a dynamic and varied gameplay experience, preventing predictable patterns that could diminish replayability. Moreover, the inclusion of Time Finish significantly enriches competitive gaming environments, reinforcing EA Sports' commitment to providing a credible esports platform. Competitive players frequently rely on precise timing mechanics to differentiate themselves in tournaments, and the removal of Time Finish would undermine the skill-based integrity of FC 26 competitions. Retaining Time Finish ensures that gameplay remains aligned with real-world football scenarios where precision and timing decisively influence match outcomes. Its preservation thus maintains authenticity, a core value central to EA Sports' brand. Player feedback consistently highlights the value of Time Finish, praising its nuanced impact on gameplay and the genuine satisfaction it provides. The mechanic's presence directly correlates with increased player satisfaction, deeper immersion, and heightened emotional investment. Eliminating such a well-regarded feature risks alienating a loyal fanbase accustomed to this rewarding gameplay dynamic. EA Sports' dedication to player-centric development further necessitates considering community sentiment seriously, thereby reinforcing Time Finish's continued relevance. In conclusion, maintaining the Time Finish shooting mechanic in FC 26 is imperative to preserve the game's strategic depth, competitive integrity, and immersive authenticity. Its unique blend of accessibility, skillful mastery, and strategic importance not only heightens player enjoyment but also supports long-term engagement. Retaining Time Finish ensures that FC 26 continues to deliver compelling, skill-based gameplay that authentically replicates the excitement and unpredictability of real-world football, solidifying EA Sports' reputation as an innovator in the sports gaming industry.413Views1like30CommentsRemove current Division and Playoffs from Clubs.
Is there hope that the Division system in Clubs Mode will be changed, especially with more than a month left before the launch of FC 26? The beta is expected to be released in the coming days, but it is not the final version of the game, which means there is still room for adjustments. Therefore, for me, I’m asking for a revision of the Division system and the removal of Playoffs from Clubs Mode. I want the old Division system back, like in FIFA 23 and 22 etc. Why? Well, first of all, in the old Division system, players were rewarded when they advanced to higher divisions. Once you earned a specific number of points, you received the division title, and there were cutscenes showing the trophy celebration with your team. This made players feel that their efforts were truly rewarded. Reaching Division 1 — the top division in the old system — required a high number of points, which increased competitiveness between clubs. And again, the trophy celebration cutscenes boosted the feeling of achievement. Players could proudly show off the number of trophies they had earned. A club with many Division 1 trophies was considered a great club, full of elite players, and ranked high on the Clubs leaderboard. That system was amazing because it allowed players to win titles and play daily against different clubs at the highest competitive levels. The old Division system was truly great in every sense of the word. As for the current Playoffs system — it’s very poor. The Playoff event happens only once a month. There are no trophy celebration cutscenes. Even when you reach the Elite Division — the highest division — there is nothing to fight for. No trophy, no point target, nothing. You just wait for the Playoffs to return. This discourages players from playing league matches daily and removes the excitement. That’s why most teams now rely on groups and communities on platforms like Telegram and Discord, where there are more than 50,000 players just for Clubs Mode. These groups were originally used to find available players with certain stats and roles. Now, however, these groups have started organizing external tournaments and friendly matches just for fun, because they don’t like the current Division or Playoff system. As a result, the top competitive teams don’t even play in league or Elite Division matches anymore — they just play externally organized friendly matches. This has made Clubs Mode boring and less competitive compared to before, when all those clubs used to fight for the Division 1 title. So, I really hope that the Playoff system gets removed and the old Division system is brought back to revive Clubs Mode again.829Views17likes21CommentsCan't access any game modes – FC 26 Beta
Hi, I received my FC 26 Beta code and was able to download and launch the game without any issues. However, since the Beta started on August 6, I still can’t access any game modes. The only thing available to me is the FC News section — I haven’t been able to play at all. Even today, on August 8, 2025, the issue remains. I’ve tried restarting the game and my PC multiple times, but nothing changes. Is this a known issue? Is there a fix or an update expected soon? Thanks in advance for your help!FulumboPlace FC 26 General DiscussionFC 26 General DiscussionSeasoned Newcomer1.3KViews7likes20CommentsCross-play and cheaters — is there a solution in FC 26?
Hi, I wanted to ask how the issue of cheaters will be handled in FC 26. FC 25 has always been full of cheating PC players, and there's no effective way to report them in-game. Because of this, cross-play—rather than being a useful feature that helps speed up matchmaking—has become a burden due to the cheaters. How will this be solved? Or will cross-play be removed entirely because of this issue?676Views6likes20CommentsCHEATERS
Hackers ruined the experience for PC players from the very first week of FC 25. Cheats were available for purchase on DAY ONE, and the game quickly became unfair and unplayable. Many of us quit not because the game was bad, but because it stopped being competitive and fun. If FC 26 doesn't launch with a strong anti-cheat system from day one, you're going to lose a whole segment of your community in the first week.350Views4likes19CommentsEA FC 26 starheads
Welcome to the EAFC starhead thread! Here is a link to some very useful spreadsheets from @Anonymous https://answers.ea.com/t5/General-Discussion/Starhead-database/m-p/13000209#M12464 Using the above link you will be able to keep in the loop with everything starhead related.5.4KViews2likes18CommentsAuthentic gameplay be added for online matches and seasons
Could the option of authentic gameplay be added for online matches and seasons? At least have the option to choose. I'd like to play against friends or people in simulation mode (seasons already let you filter if you want to play in manual mode, so it wouldn't be so difficult to do). EA, give us options, don't limit your game!361Views8likes17Comments
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