Latest News About Fifa World Cup Video Games

Here’s a concise update on the latest FIFA World Cup video game news as of 2026.

Key developments

• Netflix partners with FIFA to publish a World Cup–themed football simulation game, developed by Delphi Interactive, launching in 2026 to align with the World Cup calendar. This marks FIFA’s move away from an exclusive EA partnership and expands licensing to third-party publishers for more formats, including mobile play.[1][2][4]
• The Netflix title is described as a mobile-first experience, playable offline or online with friends, designed to bring World Cup content and licensed teams/stadiums to subscribers on Netflix Games platforms.[2][1]
• EA Sports FC 26 remains active in the market, with ongoing updates and patches (for example, v1.4.2) addressing gameplay issues like goalkeeping glitches and certain shot mechanics; there is ongoing interest in World Cup modes or themed content within EA’s title, though not a separate FIFA World Cup installment from EA.[6]

Context and expectations

• FIFA’s shift to non-exclusive licensing aims to broaden accessibility and collaboration across platforms, including mobile and streaming services, while continuing to offer licensed World Cup content through various partnerships.[4][5]
• The 2026 World Cup ecosystem is likely to feature multiple offerings: a Netflix World Cup title as the flagship new-player experience and potential World Cup-themed updates or promos in EA Sports FC 26, plus other licensed or arcade/updated experiences from third parties.[1][6]

What this means for fans in Italy (Milan area)

• You’ll have access to a new, Netflix-accessible FIFA World Cup title on mobile, which may be ideal for on-the-go gaming or second-screen play around World Cup events, assuming availability in Netflix Games in your region.[2]
• If you follow EA’s ecosystem, EA Sports FC 26 will continue to receive patches and perhaps World Cup-themed items or event modes within the existing game, so both ecosystems could co-exist with distinct experiences.[6]

Illustrative example

• If you’re planning weekend gaming around World Cup viewings, you could play the Netflix World Cup title on mobile/tablet during commutes or at home, then switch to EA Sports FC 26 for more traditional console/PC play and any World Cup-related card or tournament modes within that title, covering both platforms and playstyles.[2][6]

Citations

• Netflix-FIFA partnership and mobile focus details.[1]
• Netflix/WORLD CUP timing and Delphi Interactive involvement.[2]
• EA Sports FC 26 ongoing updates and potential World Cup content considerations.[6]
• FIFA licensing strategy diversification and broader partnership approach.[4]

If you’d like, I can pull the latest official announcements or summarize region-specific availability for Italy and Netflix Games to confirm current access in Milan.