In a surprising shift for the world of soccer gaming, FIFA has announced a partnership with Netflix games to develop a new interactive football simulation title [[number]]. The move marks FIFA’s reentry into the video game market following the end of a decades-long relationship with EA sports, which continues its own franchise as *EA Sports FC*. Slated for release ahead of the 2026 FIFA world Cup, the game will be developed by Delphi Interactive and offered at no additional cost to Netflix subscribers.
FIFA is re-entering the world of soccer video games, partnering with Netflix Games to develop a new title slated for release around the 2026 FIFA World Cup.
For decades, FIFA was synonymous with the popular soccer simulation franchise created by EA Sports. That long-standing collaboration ended with the release of FIFA 23 on September 30, 2022. Electronic Arts has since continued the series independently under the name EA Sports FC. However, FIFA officials previously indicated their intention to return to the video game market with a product of their own.
That return appears to be imminent.
FIFA is changing the game.
Get ready for a newly reimagined FIFA football simulation game developed by Delphi Interactive exclusively on Netflix Games this summer — just in time for FIFA World Cup 2026™. pic.twitter.com/i4SRfbKrd7
— Netflix (@netflix) December 17, 2025
New Soccer Game in Development, Launching Around World Cup
“FIFA is changing the game. Get ready for a newly reimagined FIFA football simulation game developed by Delphi Interactive exclusively for Netflix Games this summer — just in time for the FIFA World Cup 2026™,” Netflix announced in a statement on December 17, 2025.
FIFA President Gianni Infantino expressed enthusiasm for the project.
“FIFA is thrilled to partner with Netflix Games and Delphi Interactive ahead of the FIFA World Cup 2026. This significant collaboration represents a key milestone in FIFA’s commitment to innovation in gaming,” Infantino said. “Our goal is to reach billions of soccer fans of all ages around the world and redefine the essence of simulation games. Our reimagined game truly marks the beginning of a new era of digital soccer. It will be available free to Netflix members and represents a huge, historic step for FIFA.”
Details remain scarce. Netflix described the announcement as a “first whistle” and stated that further information will be released in 2026. The move underscores the growing convergence of entertainment and interactive gaming experiences.
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