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

EA Confirms Plans to Bring Popular Franchises to Nintendo Switch 2

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 EA's lucrative sports franchises, Madden and EA Sports FC, as potential strong performers on the Switch 2, suggesting they could see "real energy" on the platform. He also mentioned The Sims as a title well-suited to the console's audience. Wilson emphasized the opportunity to reach new players with these established franchises, citing The Sims' previous success on Nintendo platforms where a significant portion of players were new to EA.

While specific details are yet to be revealed, Wilson's comments strongly suggest EA's commitment to the Switch 2. The expectation is that the console's broader reach will benefit EA's IP portfolio.

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The announcement has sparked speculation about the versions of Madden and EA Sports FC that will launch on the Switch 2. While EA has historically released "legacy" versions of FIFA on Nintendo consoles, recent efforts have focused on feature parity across platforms. The Switch 2's increased power suggests that future iterations of EA Sports FC could offer a gaming experience closer to that of PlayStation, Xbox, and PC versions.

The Switch 2's game lineup is gradually taking shape. Rumors of numerous third-party titles are circulating, with Firaxis (Civilization 7 developer) expressing interest in the console's rumored Joy-Con mouse mode. Nacon, a prominent publisher, has confirmed its readiness to launch Switch 2 titles. Highly anticipated games like Hollow Knight: Silksong are also rumored to be in the works for the platform. Nintendo itself is developing a new Mario Kart, with further details expected at a Nintendo Direct in April.