EA's Madden and FIFA May Ignite on Nintendo Switch

EA Confirms Nintendo Switch 2 Plans for Major Franchises

EA is targeting Nintendo's upcoming Switch 2 console as a key platform for its games. During a recent financial call, CEO Andrew Wilson indicated that several EA titles are slated for release on the new system.

Wilson highlighted the potential success of EA's flagship sports franchises, Madden NFL and EA Sports FC, on the Switch 2, predicting they could achieve significant popularity. He also mentioned The Sims series as a strong contender, citing the previous success of My Sims, which attracted a large number of new players to the EA ecosystem. Wilson emphasized the opportunity to reach new audiences with established IPs on a new console generation.

While specific details are yet to be revealed, the statement suggests a commitment to bringing popular EA games to the Switch 2.

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The announcement of EA's Switch 2 plans raises questions about the versions of Madden and EA Sports FC that will be released. Previous iterations on the original Switch were often "legacy" versions, but recent efforts have focused on feature parity across platforms. The Switch 2's enhanced capabilities suggest that future releases could be closer to their counterparts on PlayStation, Xbox, and PC.

The Switch 2's game lineup is steadily taking shape. Numerous third-party titles are rumored, including Civilization VII, games from publisher Nacon (including Greedfall 2, Test Drive Unlimited, and RoboCop: Rogue City), and the highly anticipated Hollow Knight: Silksong. Nintendo itself has confirmed a new Mario Kart is in development, with more details expected at a Nintendo Direct in April.