
FIFA and Mythical Games have announced a groundbreaking partnership to launch FIFA Rivals, an officially licensed football arcade game for mobile devices. Set to release on iOS and Android, FIFA Rivals promises to deliver an exciting, fast-paced gaming experience that will engage football fans worldwide.
The collaboration marks a pivotal moment in FIFA’s gaming and esports portfolio, as the organization expands its reach into non-simulation, arcade-style gameplay. By teaming up with Mythical Games, FIFA aims to offer a new avenue for global fan engagement, leveraging the latest technologies to reach mobile players across the globe. This partnership underscores FIFA’s dedication to embracing digital innovation and enhancing the gaming experience for its audience.
Mythical Games, a next-generation gaming technology studio, is already well known for its success with Rivals, a previous mobile game that has garnered over 6 million downloads. The studio’s experience and expertise in the gaming space are set to elevate FIFA Rivals to new heights.
In FIFA Rivals, players will be able to create, manage, and customize their own football club. Gamers can build their teams, level them up, and take them into real-time, player-versus-player (PvP) arcade-style matches. The free-to-play game will include both in-game and web marketplaces powered by the Mythos blockchain, allowing players to own, buy, sell, and trade football stars. This integration of blockchain technology is designed to offer a new dimension of ownership and personalization for gamers.
FIFA Secretary General Mattias Grafström expressed his excitement about the partnership, stating, “We’re thrilled to partner with Mythical Games to launch FIFA Rivals, bringing football fans a mobile-first gaming experience that deepens their connection to the sport. The game is an innovative and accessible addition to our expanding gaming and esports portfolio.”
John Linden, CEO and Founder of Mythical Games, echoed Grafström’s enthusiasm, adding, “We are excited to partner with FIFA and leverage our expertise to create an unparalleled football gaming experience. Our goal is to replicate the success of our previous Rivals game and set new benchmarks in the web3 gaming sector. By combining officially licensed football stars, prestigious clubs from around the world, and globally competitive esports gameplay, we aim to elevate the entire sports gaming experience. Through this long-term partnership with FIFA, we plan to integrate FIFA Rivals into FIFA’s esports platform, giving players everywhere the chance to engage as participants or fans.”
The launch of FIFA Rivals is set to be a global event, with mobile players around the world able to enjoy the game. Fans and players alike can follow the game’s progress and join the community via the official social media channels, including X (@FifaRivals).
About Mythical Games:
Recognized by Fast Company’s World Changing Ideas in 2021 and listed among Forbes’ Best Startup Employers in 2024, Mythical Games is a cutting-edge gaming company focused on creating world-class games and empowering players with ownership of in-game assets through blockchain technology. The company’s team has contributed to major franchises such as Call of Duty, World of Warcraft, Diablo, Overwatch, Harry Potter: Hogwarts Mystery, and NFL Rivals, among others. Mythical’s current games, including Blankos Block Party and NFL Rivals, are played by millions of people worldwide, creating an entirely new economy where players can engage in safe, direct transactions and trade digital assets.
Through the Mythical Marketplace, which is the first in-game blockchain marketplace on both iOS and Android, players can buy, sell, and trade digital assets with full ownership and control. The Mythical Platform ensures that gamers, including those new to blockchain technology, can securely manage their digital items through a custodial wallet.
With FIFA Rivals, Mythical Games is set to revolutionize the mobile sports gaming experience, combining innovative gameplay with the power of blockchain to bring football fans closer to the action than ever before.