FIFA Heroes Brings Mascot Mayhem to Football in 2026

From EA Split to FIFA’s New Direction With FIFA Heroes

When EA Sports lost the FIFA license and launched EA Sports FC, many wondered how FIFA would move forward. EA’s gamble has already proven successful, delivering record-breaking sales despite losing the iconic branding. Now FIFA has revealed its answer — and it’s far from the serious simulation fans may have expected.

Instead of chasing realism, FIFA is venturing into arcade-style fun with FIFA Heroes, a new football title that swaps out star athletes for quirky mascots.

Football With Mascots

As shown in the reveal trailer, FIFA Heroes is built around 5v5 matches where mascots from around the world take centre stage. Each mascot has unique designs, personalities, and special moves that add a lighthearted, exaggerated style of play.

So far, confirmed characters include:

• Clutch the eagle (USA)
• Zayu the jaguar (Mexico)
• Maple the moose (Canada)

Each mascot comes with its own signature animations and flashy special attacks, promising an over-the-top spin on the sport that leans into accessibility and fun.

Gameplay and Modes

While the game departs from realism, it still aims to offer variety. Players can expect:

• Standard 5v5 casual matches
• PvP battles with friends or online opponents
• Competitive online modes, though details remain under wraps

What’s unclear is whether FIFA Heroes will launch as a free-to-play experience or adopt a more traditional premium pricing model. FIFA has yet to confirm its long-term monetisation strategy.

Release Plans

While hardcore football fans may see it as a surprising departure, this new direction highlights the organisation’s attempt to reinvent its presence in gaming. Whether it will capture the same global audience as EA Sports FC remains to be seen, but one thing is clear — FIFA is willing to experiment.

FIFA Heroes is slated for release in 2026 across PlayStation, Xbox, Nintendo Switch, and mobile platforms. An exact launch date has not yet been confirmed.