Will Switch 2 See Real Sports Simulators or More Legacy Editions?

EA’s confirmation of Madden NFL and EA Sports FC coming to FC 26 Coins the Nintendo Switch 2 has reignited discussions around how “real” these sports sims will be. Previously, EA’s releases on Nintendo platforms—particularly the original Switch—have often been disappointments, offering outdated visuals and limited game modes.

This time around, EA is emphasizing a custom design for the Switch 2. They also hint at wanting a consistent experience across all platforms, but with the big caveat of “as much as the hardware allows.” With no firm details on gameplay depth, visuals, or crossplay, expectations are being kept in check—for now.

EA’s Switch 2 Announcement Raises Questions About Sports Game Strategy

EA Sports is bringing its two biggest franchises—Madden NFL and EA Sports FC—to the Nintendo Switch 2. While the announcement made waves, the lack of specifics left analysts and fans parsing EA’s wording carefully.

The games are said to be “built specifically” for the Switch 2 and intended to reflect the player experiences available on other consoles. However, EA added that delivery will depend on what the hardware can support. This leaves the door open to both improvement over previous Switch offerings and a return to buy FIFA 26 Coins the days of barebones "Legacy" content. EA promises more information soon—but for now, everything remains speculative.