[PRESS RELEASE – Zurich, Switzerland, November 22nd, 2024]

FIFA and next-generation gaming technology studio Mythical Games today announced a collaboration to launch FIFA Rivals – a groundbreaking, officially licensed, football mobile video game. Scheduled for release on mobile on iOS and Android, FIFA Rivals will focus on exciting arcade gameplay to deliver an unprecedented gaming experience to fans of the game worldwide.

Marking the next phase of FIFA’s gaming and esports portfolio, the collaboration with Mythical Games will form an essential part of the non-simulation category and create exciting new opportunities for the football community to engage with. The agreement also underscores FIFA’s commitment to exploring new, globally accessible digital frontiers and enhancing fan engagement through emerging technologies.

Mythical Games, who already run a critically acclaimed mobile Rivals game that has achieved over 6 million downloads, is now poised to bring its expertise to the football domain.

In FIFA Rivals, gamers will have the unique opportunity to create and manage their very own football club. Players will be able to build, level up, and enhance their lineups, and then use their teams against other players in real-time PvP arcade-style gameplay.

The game will be free-to-play, and will include in-game and web marketplaces that utilize the Mythos blockchain to allow players to own, buy, sell, and trade their favorite football stars.

Mattias Grafström, FIFA Secretary General said: “We’re thrilled to partner with Mythical Games to launch FIFA Rivals, bringing football fans a mobile-first gaming experience that deepens their connection to the sport. The game is an innovative and accessible addition to our expanding gaming and esports portfolio.”

“We are excited to partner with FIFA and lever