EA Says Madden and FC Might Find ‘Real Energy’ on Nintendo Switch 2

EA confirms plans to bring its popular franchises to the Nintendo Switch 2. In a recent financial briefing, CEO Andrew Wilson indicated that titles like Madden NFL and EA Sports FC are expected to perform strongly on the new console, citing the potential to reach a new player base. The Sims franchise was also highlighted as a potential success, referencing the previous My Sims game's performance which saw 50% of players being new to EA. While specific details remain undisclosed, Wilson expressed confidence in EA's IP's ability to thrive on the Switch 2's platform.

The announcement of EA's involvement fuels speculation about the versions of Madden and EA Sports FC that will launch on the Switch 2. Past releases have featured "legacy" versions, but recent efforts towards feature parity suggest a potentially more robust experience on the more powerful hardware. This could mean future installments will closely resemble their PlayStation, Xbox, and PC counterparts.

The Switch 2's game lineup is gradually taking shape. Numerous third-party titles are rumored, including Civilization VII (with Firaxis noting interest in the Joy-Con mouse mode), several Nacon published games, and the highly anticipated Hollow Knight: Silksong. Nintendo itself has confirmed a new Mario Kart installment is in development, with further details expected at a Nintendo Direct in April.