EA FC 27 Exact Release Date & Time

EA SPORTS FC 27 is almost here, and players are getting ready to jump into the latest entry in EA’s football franchise. While the official release date is September 25, the exact launch time depends on which platform you’re playing on. Here is everything you need to know about the EA SPORTS FC 27 release date and time.

When Does EA FC 27 Release?

EA SPORTS FC 27 officially launches worldwide on September 25, 2026, at 1 AM CEST. However, the PC version releases at a specific global time, while console players can start playing at midnight in their local time zones.

EA FC 27 PC Release Time

EA FC 27 Console Release Time

On PlayStation, Xbox, and Nintendo platforms, EA FC 27 launches at 12 AM local time on September 25. This means the exact time depends on your region rather than a single worldwide console unlock. Whether or not using a VPN to enter the game early works is still unknown.

When Does EA FC 27 Early Access Start?

Players who purchase the Ultimate Edition or Ultimate Plus Edition can start playing up to seven days before the standard release. On PC, Early Access begins at 11 PM UTC on September 17, while PlayStation, Xbox, and Nintendo players get access from 12 AM local time on September 18.

EA Play provides access to a limited trial, giving subscribers an opportunity to try FC 27 before committing to the full game. You can also get the 10-hour free trial if you have an Xbox Game Pass subscription that comes with EA Play.

That does it for our guide on the EA FC 27 release date and time. EA FC 27 launches with new features across Ultimate Team, Career Mode, The Grounds, and other game modes, giving returning players plenty to jump into when the game goes live. Be sure to tune in to Gamepur for more guides once the game officially launches.