Table of Contents
- 1 The new FIFA will not be like those of EA Sports
- 2 Is this the promised best soccer game?
- 3 Based on the discussion, do you think FIFA Rivals has the potential to achieve its goal of becoming ”the best soccer video game” and ultimately lead to a shift in the dominant paradigm for sports gaming?
After its very loud divorce with EA Sports, the international football federation (FIFA) announces its new official video game: FIFA Rivals. It will focus on arcade gameplay, it will be released for mobile phones and it will have nothing to do with EA Sports FC or the dozens of annual installments associated with the brand that have been released so far. What’s more, in addition to having your own players and teams, the idea is that you bid and sell them usando Mythos blockchain. Let’s go in parts.
FIFA Rivals It is a soccer video game with the official license and created under the supervision of the federation whose development is in the hands of Mythical Games with a view to beginning to deploy FIFAewhich is the video game equivalent of real FIFA football. In fact, not having a partner for this year’s scheduled competitions, the federation teamed up with Konami to celebrate the World Cup through eFootball. And that brings us to the next question: where did Mythical Games come from?
Among the games from the Los Angeles-based developer we can find the driving game Nitro Nation World Tour and the equivalent of FIFA Rivals to American football now available NFL Rivals, as well as two more titles that will arrive in 2025. However, what is truly illustrative is that Mythical Games has its own platform (The Mythical Platform) with which publishers and developers they can “easily integrate a secondary economy into your games.” Things get complicated.
The new FIFA will not be like those of EA Sports
How will The Mythical Platform be implemented in the next FIFA? As announced by the federation, in FIFA Rivalsthe objective of the game is to create and manage our own soccer club, being able to use our teams against other players in a game that will be arcade style. And although it will come free to iOS and Android and will include purchases, the key is that the soccer stars that will define the value of our club and our success in the stadium are obtained with Mythos blockchain.
Through Mythical Games’ own platform, the idea is that players use this technology to own, buy, sell and exchange footballers using Mythical Games as currency. A system similar to the EA Sports FC Transfer Market? Well, we’ll have to see it better. What we know is only what the founder and CEO of the developer John Linden clarifies in his own statement.
“Our goal is to replicate our success with [NFL Rivals] and set new benchmarks in the web3 gaming sector.
The combination of officially licensed soccer stars (past and present), prestigious clubs from around the world and globally competitive eSports gameplay will take sports gameplay to a new level.
Through this long-term partnership with FIFA, there are significant plans to integrate into FIFA’s esports platform to give gamers from all countries the chance to become participants or fans.”
Although we don’t have a first look at the gameplay yet or how it will look on screen, we know that the idea, in addition to selling and buying players, is to create, level up and improve the lineups we make with the aim of competing in real time . That said, Mythical Games’ announcement ensures that players will be put “first.”
The other reality, however, is that neither events nor a qualifying or matchmaking system have been announced. We do not know if the arcade style will be conducive to the creation of a truly competitive game and, by extension, to the true interest of FIFA: the true takeoff of FIFAe.
Is this the promised best soccer game?
“Mythical Games and FIFA will bring 100 million players to web gaming3: FIFA Rivals will take the mobile soccer gaming experience to the next level, putting players first. Officially licensed soccer stars (past and present) ) and prestigious clubs”
In May 2024, the president of the federation assured that FIFA would return with the intention of continuing to be the best soccer video game. Did those words refer to FIFA Rivals? Not necessarily. In fact, Mattias Grafström himself, FIFA Secretary General, assures that this is only the first step towards a larger initiative.
“We are delighted to partner with Mythical Games to launch FIFA Rivals, offering football fans a mobile gaming experience that deepens their connection to the sport. The game is an innovative and accessible addition to our growing gaming and eSports offering” .
Needless to say that FIFA Rivals enters a field in which not only is there enormous competitiveness, even in the football field, but it will also have to be measured against the two great references: EA Sports FC Mobile itself and a eFootball from Konami that took a brave step by betting on a shared cross-platform experience on PCs and consoles. And both are free too.
Release plans are unknown. FIFA Rivals or how it will look compared to other alternatives with more experience, but one thing is clear: time is running out for the football federation in order to strengthen its own video game division, and if we have learned anything from this industry it is that the Hurries are not good advisors.
That said, we will only be able to comment on the outcome when we have the game in our hands. See its playable aspirations, the similarity of the players and if it has really been developed by putting the players first. Whatever happens, at VidaExtra we will be attentive to the evolution of the game.
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Based on the discussion, do you think FIFA Rivals has the potential to achieve its goal of becoming ”the best soccer video game” and ultimately lead to a shift in the dominant paradigm for sports gaming?
## World Today News: The Future of FIFA Gaming?
**Welcome to World Today News. This week, we’re tackling a hot topic in the world of football: FIFA’s new mobile game, FIFA Rivals.**
**Joining us are:**
* **Elena Ramirez:** A seasoned gaming journalist with extensive experience covering the sports genre.
* **David Kim:** A blockchain technology expert and avid gamer, with a keen interest in the intersection of gaming and cryptocurrency.
**Let’s delve into the exciting world of FIFA Rivals!**
**Section 1: Entering the Web3 Arena**
* **Elena:** FIFA Rivals marks FIFA’s venture into Web3 gaming using Mythos blockchain. Elena, given your experience covering the gaming industry, what are your thoughts on this move by FIFA? Do you see this as a bold innovation, a risky gamble, or perhaps something in between?
* **David:** David, from a blockchain perspective, what potential benefits and challenges does the integration of Mythos blockchain bring to FIFA Rivals? How might this impact player ownership and trading of virtual assets? Could it attract a new demographic of gamers interested in blockchain technology?
**Section 2: Gameplay and Competition**
* **Elena:** The article mentions that FIFA Rivals will focus on arcade-style gameplay. How do you think this will differentiate it from major competitors like EA Sports FC Mobile and eFootball? With its arcade style, does FIFA Rivals have the potential to truly capture the competitive spirit of the esports scene?
* **David:** David, FIFA has stated that its aim is to “put players first” in FIFA Rivals. Do you think the blockchain integration aligns with this goal? Could it open up new possibilities for player engagement and community building within the game?
**Section 3: The Future of FIFA Gaming**
* **Elena:** The FIFA president affirming a return to being the best soccer video game, does FIFA Rivals fulfill that promise? Is this a stepping stone towards a larger goal? What are your thoughts on the long-term implications of this new strategy? Could FIFA Rivals become a dominant force in mobile football gaming?
* **David:** David, looking beyond the immediate future, how do you foresee the relationship between traditional gaming models and blockchain technology evolving? Could FIFA Rivals set a precedent for other major sports franchises entering the Web3 space?
**Conclusion**
* **Host:** Thank you both for providing such insightful perspectives. FIFA Rivals is undoubtedly a groundbreaking step for FIFA and the wider gaming industry. As the game nears release, we’ll certainly be keeping a close eye on its progress and impact on the world of football gaming.
**This has been a fascinating discussion about FIFA Rivals. We encourage our viewers to share their thoughts and opinions in the comments below. Stay tuned to World Today News for more insightful conversations on the latest news and developments.**
