In a move that marks the official end of EA’s iconic FIFA era, Electronic Arts has confirmed that FIFA 23’s online servers will be permanently shut down on December 12, 2025. As the last EA game to bear the “FIFA” name, this shutdown isn’t just routine—it’s the closing chapter of one of the most influential franchises in sports gaming history.
⚽ Why Is FIFA 23 Being Shut Down?
EA is well-known for licensing real-life athletes, leagues, and soundtracks in its games. While this strategy adds realism, it also limits the lifespan of each title. Licensing agreements expire, and servers eventually go offline. Unfortunately for FIFA 23, that time has come.
“As part of our commitment to evolving the EA SPORTS FC franchise, we’re sunsetting older titles like FIFA 23,” EA noted in a statement.
This move means no FIFA-branded EA games will be available online anymore, as FIFA 23 was the final installment before the series rebranded to EA Sports FC.
🎮 What Players Will Lose
The shutdown of FIFA 23’s servers will affect the following:
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Online multiplayer (including FUT, Online Seasons, and Pro Clubs)
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Live service content and events
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Online achievements/trophies
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Ted Lasso crossover content, which was only accessible online
Offline modes, such as Kick-Off and Career Mode, will still be playable, but much of what made FIFA 23 dynamic and community-driven will be gone.
🗓️ Timeline of EA Sports Game Shutdowns in 2025
FIFA 23 is not the only EA title sunsetting this year. Here’s the full list of confirmed EA shutdowns:
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Rory McIlroy PGA Tour – January 16
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The Simpsons: Tapped Out – January 24
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Blood & Glory: Immortals – January 29
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Contract Killer: Sniper – January 29
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Deer Hunter Classic – January 29
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Dino Hunter: Deadly Shores – January 29
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Eternity Warriors 4 – January 29
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Frontline Commando 2 – January 29
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Frontline Commando: D-Day – January 29
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UFC 3 – February 17
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EA Sports UFC Mobile 2 – March 13
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NCAA 14 – March 13
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Madden NFL 21 – June 30
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Madden NFL 22 – October 20
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FIFA 23 – December 12
💬 What Fans Are Saying
Longtime FIFA fans are understandably upset, especially considering the legacy FIFA 23 carries. Many players still actively enjoy its gameplay and unique crossovers, such as the addition of Ted Lasso’s AFC Richmond.
With the server shutdown, this content will no longer be fully accessible, particularly the team’s availability in FUT and other online modes.
🧾 What You Should Do Before December 12
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Spend any remaining FUT coins or packs
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Complete online objectives or achievements
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Back up your highlights and stats
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Download any patches while still available
FIFA 23’s server shutdown is more than just another annual cycle—it’s the final nail in the coffin for the FIFA brand at EA. Moving forward, all new soccer titles from the publisher will be under the EA Sports FC banner, beginning with EA Sports FC 24 and beyond.
For fans of the FIFA era, December 12 will feel like a goodbye not just to a game, but to a generation of digital football.