Possible monopoly or groundless rumour? The professional scene in FIFA 22
will probably only take place on the PlayStation 5.
Rumours suggest that FIFA esports could soon enjoy a platform monopoly.
FIFA 22’s professional scene could only be accessible to PlayStation 5 players.
PlayStation 5 players. So those who have not yet been able to buy one of the rare
next-generation models, there would probably be no more tournaments for them.
more.
Soon to be free-to-play and only for PlayStation 5?
The rumour spread after a tweet by the leaker “DonkTrading”.
The latter posted a number of potential changes for FIFA on Wednesday.
22. In the list of rumours is also the theory that
the professional scene will only be designed for PS5 users. This means that PS4-
and Xbox users lose out and would have to buy a new console first.
Console.
🚨 The latest RUMOURS #FIFA22
– Monthly Champs rewards coming back
– Pro scene is PS5 only
– FIFA 22 will be the last paid title in the series and will be free to play after 👀
Will confirm anything here if I hear it ✅
— Donk (@DonkTrading) July 14, 2021
If the leak is confirmed, the change would have major
impact on the major tournaments in the FIFA Global Series.
Until now, Xbox and PlayStation players have always played in their own
tournament tree against each other. Only the finalists were able to play against each other via crossplay
in back and forth matches.
In principle, the leaker DonkTrading is considered a reliable source. Whether
the drastic change will actually be carried out by Electronic Arts.
is actually carried out by Electronic Arts, is still unknown.
Furthermore, according to the leaker, the reward packs with monthly
FUT – Champions could return. In addition, the upcoming game will be the last
version of the series that has to be paid for. Future titles from FIFA
23 are to be free-to-play.