EA is reportedly planning to bring many of its popular games to the Nintendo Switch 2. During a recent financial call, CEO Andrew Wilson hinted at the release of several EA titles on the new console, specifically highlighting the potential success of its sports franchises, Madden and EA SPORTS FC, along with The Sims. Wilson emphasized the opportunity to reach new players with these established franchises, referencing the strong performance of The Sims on previous Nintendo platforms, where a significant portion of players were new to EA. While no concrete plans were announced, Wilson expressed confidence that EA's IP will thrive on the Switch 2, given its access to new players and communities.
AnswerSee ResultsWhile the prospect of Madden and EA SPORTS FC on the Switch 2 is unsurprising, the specific versions remain a question. EA has historically released "legacy" versions of FIFA on the Switch, but has recently strived for feature parity with its rebranded EA SPORTS FC franchise. The Switch 2's increased power suggests EA SPORTS FC 26, for example, could offer a closer experience to its PlayStation, Xbox, and PC counterparts.
The announcement of the Switch 2 has sparked anticipation for upcoming titles. Numerous third-party games are rumored, including Civilization VII, whose developer Firaxis expressed interest in the Switch 2's Joy-Con mouse mode. Nacon, a publisher of several titles including Greedfall 2, Test Drive Unlimited, and RoboCop: Rogue City, has confirmed its readiness to launch games on the platform. The highly anticipated Hollow Knight: Silksong is also rumored for a Switch 2 release. Nintendo itself is developing a new Mario Kart, with further details expected at a Nintendo Direct in April.