EA Emphasizes Hardware-Aware Design for Switch 2 Sports Titles

Electronic Arts is gearing up to bring EA Sports FC and Madden NFL to FC 26 Coins Nintendo’s upcoming Switch 2 console, with a strong emphasis on tailoring the experience to the new hardware. Rather than offering recycled “Legacy Edition” titles, EA says these games are being “built specifically” for the platform.

This marks a significant departure from the company’s previous approach on the original Switch, where annual releases of FIFA games often amounted to roster updates with few mechanical or visual improvements. While EA hasn’t committed to full feature parity with PlayStation 5 or Xbox Series X/S versions, it did say that it’s aiming to provide a “consistent player experience across platforms as much as the hardware allows.”

This statement, while cautious, suggests a more ambitious effort than seen in past handheld adaptations. However, it also leaves room for scaled-back content or downgraded visuals due to hardware constraints. Crossplay support is still unconfirmed, as EA promises more details in the coming months.

Switch 2 Entry of Madden and FC Not Just Another Legacy Port

Fans of EA Sports FC and Madden NFL who were left disappointed by the stripped-down Legacy Editions on the original Nintendo Switch may have reason to hope. With the reveal that both franchises are coming to the Switch 2, EA has clarified these new versions are not rehashes—they're being “designed for the new handheld platform.”
This could indicate real development resources are being allocated to create meaningful versions of the games. Still, EA made no promises about visual fidelity or complete feature parity, noting that it’s aiming for consistency “as much as the hardware allows.”

What remains uncertain is how these versions will be branded. EA did not explicitly state if these games will carry the FC 26 or Madden 26 names. They also haven't addressed if other EA Sports titles will join the lineup, or how these games will integrate with existing ecosystems on other platforms. As it stands, EA is inviting cautious optimism without buy EA FC 26 Coins making bold promises.