FIFA Rivals is an upcoming arcade-style football game
Build your own team from scratch and take part in PvP matches
Mythos blockchain integration allows you to buy, sell, and own your favourite players
FIFA is partnering with Mythical Games to bring you FIFA Rivals, an officially licensed football game designed for mobile. Set to release on iOS and Android soon, this new arcade-style approach shifts focus from traditional simulation to something faster and more dynamic. Games like eFootball and EA Sports FC Mobile already dominate the space, so it’s nice to have a fresh take on the sport.
EA Sports and FIFA were together for three decades and now with their split, it’s become more important for the latter to forge new alliances. This team-up should help FIFA expand into non-simulation formats, where Mythical Games already has a proven track record. The critically acclaimed NFL Rivals has garnered over six million downloads and now I’d expect newer records to be hit given the sport's popularity.
In FIFA Rivals, you’ll manage and develop your football club from scratch. Build a team, level up your squad, and test your skills against others in real-time PvP matches. The core setup is pretty run-of-the-mill like any other football sim, but the difference lies in the action-packed gameplay it promises.
The emphasis is on rapid, arcade-style football, hopefully offering a unique thrill compared to conventional simulators. Whether you prefer casual competition or want to maximize your strategic prowess, it seems both are accommodated.
While you wait, check out this list of the top arcade games playable on iOS!
Another increasingly prevalent feature we’re seeing is blockchain integration. FIFA Rivals will utilize Mythos blockchain technology, enabling you to own, buy, sell, and trade your favorite stars in dedicated in-game markets. It aims to provide greater control over your team management.
We lack a precise release date for FIFA Rivals, but it's presently scheduled for summer 2025. It will be free-to-play, allowing anyone to participate. You can visit the official X page for details.
