Electronic Arts Unveils Roadmap for EA SPORTS™ FIFA 23 Esports Ecosystem

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Electronic Arts (NASDAQ: EA) announced the introduction of the EA SPORTS Cup as part of the EA SPORTS FIFA 23 Global Series. This new tournament series begins on October 17 and culminates in January 2023, aiming to enhance football esports competition globally. Players from leading esports organizations will engage in 2v2 competitions, streamed on Twitch and YouTube. Additionally, traditional 1v1 competitions will also resume, leading to the FIFAe World Cup 2023. EA reported approximately $7 billion in net revenue for fiscal year 2022.

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• Launch of the EA SPORTS Cup enhances competitive gaming, providing new engagement opportunities.
• Strong partnership with over 30 football leagues increases tournament visibility and participation.
• Robust structure for competitions across 70 nations allows more players to participate.

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EA SPORTS FIFA 23 Global Series to Feature New Flagship Tournament Series, EA SPORTS Cup, and More Ways to Compete

REDWOOD CITY, Calif.--(BUSINESS WIRE)-- Electronic Arts Inc. (NASDAQ: EA) today announced an enhanced, reimagined EA SPORTS™ FIFA 23 competitive gaming program showcasing the future of football esports.

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Headlining the ecosystem enhancement is the first-ever EA SPORTS Cup. Players representing the world’s top esports organizations and professional football clubs will compete in 2v2 competition through three months of fixtures starting October 17. Tune in weekly on the EA SPORTS FIFA Twitch and EA SPORTS FIFA Esports YouTube channels as Manchester City Esports, Paris Saint-Germain Esports, Fnatic, Complexity and many more showcase world-class football skills. The EA SPORTS Cup culminates January 16-21 with the crowning of a champion and determination on which two teams will advance to the FIFAe Club World Cup 2023™ presented by EA SPORTS.

“Backed by the support of world-class esports organizations and football clubs, the first-ever EA SPORTS Cup is an EA SPORTS FIFA 23 Global Series (FGS 23) monumental moment,” said Brent Koning, VP of EA Esports. “The allure of competition combined with dynamic storytelling unfolding on the pitch will create must-watch entertainment and motivate the masses to start their own competitive journeys in EA SPORTS FIFA 23.”

The EA SPORTS Cup is only one piece of the FGS 23 puzzle as this season’s competitive landscape provides a robust tournament structure for players residing in 70 nations the opportunity to become their own respective champion.

Traditional FGS 23 1v1 competition returns as all will compete on the Road to the FIFAe World Cup 2023™ presented by EA SPORTS. Online 1v1 competition starts with the launch of the EA SPORTS FIFA 23 Ultimate Edition’s September 27 worldwide release. Spanning the next ten months, competitors will participate in a multitude of 1v1 tournaments.

• The journey begins in FUT Division Rivals on September 27 with top performers advancing to one of nine FGS Regional Online Qualifiers.
• The FGS 23 Midseason Major welcomes all eligible players to compete in a massive open bracket in-person in London, England on the weekend of April 7th, 2023.
• Another path to glory includes competing in an official tournament organized by one of the world’s top football leagues and confederations. More than 30 football league partners and confederations will hold tournaments, giving competitors the opportunity to represent their favorite football club. The biggest and best football esports tournaments are returning as part of FGS 23, including the ePremier League, Virtual Bundesliga, eLaLiga Santander, eLigue 1 Uber Eats, eMLS, eSerie A TIM, KPN eDivisie, CONMEBOL eLibertadores, and the eChampions League. The remaining football league partners will be announced very soon.
• The top 64 FGS 23 performers, qualifying through either FGS Regional Qualifiers or football league partner successes, will clash at the FGS Playoffs on June 23-25.
• EA SPORTS FIFA 23 esports competition concludes at the FIFAe World Cup 2023™ in late summer 2023. The top 24 FGS Playoffs performers representing FGS 23’s top stars will compete at the FIFAe World Cup 2023™ where only one will be named world champion.

“The FGS’s collection of the world’s top stars, top esports organizations, top football clubs, leagues and confederations will showcase the next generation of esports on the Road to the FIFAe World Cup 2023,” said Sam Turkbas, EA SPORTS FIFA Esports Commissioner. “Now when you combine the star power with a robust ecosystem giving players around the world the opportunity to become the next big thing, this is confidently the biggest year in franchise history.”

The FGS 23 online qualifiers and majors are officially presented by PlayStation and will exclusively be played on the PlayStation®5 consoles.

For more FGS 23 information please visit the official website and follow @EAFIFAesports.

EA SPORTS FIFA 23 is developed by EA Vancouver and EA Romania and will be available worldwide on PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X|S, PC, Stadia, PS4, and Xbox One on September 30. Early access for the EA SPORTS FIFA 23 Ultimate Edition begins on September 27, 2022.

About Electronic Arts

Electronic Arts (NASDAQ: EA) is a global leader in digital interactive entertainment. The Company develops and delivers games, content and online services for Internet-connected consoles, mobile devices and personal computers.

In fiscal year 2022, EA posted GAAP net revenue of approximately $7 billion. Headquartered in Redwood City, California, EA is recognized for a portfolio of critically acclaimed, high-quality brands such as EA SPORTS™ FIFA, Battlefield™, Apex Legends™, The Sims™, Madden NFL, Need for Speed™, Titanfall™, Plants vs. Zombies™ and F1®. More information about EA is available at www.ea.com/news.

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FAQ

What is the EA SPORTS Cup and when does it start?

The EA SPORTS Cup is a new tournament series for EA SPORTS FIFA 23 starting on October 17, featuring 2v2 competitions.

When does the EA SPORTS FIFA 23 esports competition culminate?

The competition culminates in January 2023 when the first-ever EA SPORTS Cup champion will be crowned.

What major gaming platform is the FGS 23 tournament presented on?

The FGS 23 tournament is officially presented by PlayStation and will be exclusively played on PlayStation 5 consoles.

How significant was EA's financial performance in 2022?

In fiscal year 2022, EA reported a GAAP net revenue of approximately $7 billion.

How many nations are participating in the EA SPORTS FIFA 23 Global Series?

The EA SPORTS FIFA 23 Global Series allows participation from players in 70 nations.