FIFA 21 Next Gen Announced – EA release PS5 and Series X|S versions later than console releases

By Michael WicherekSenior Editor

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If you were hoping to play FIFA 21 on your Next Gen console straight away, you will be disappointed.

Keep reading for more.

Release

Fans will have to wait until Friday, 4 December before playing FIFA 21 on PS5 and Xbox Series X|S.

This comes as EA announce further details of their title on Next Gen consoles.

Check out the announcement on Twitter here.

Next Gen Release

Fans don't have to wait too much longer for their Next gen consoles!

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FROM THE FUTURE! PS5 has a distinctive new look

The PS5 comes out next month on Thursday, 12 November or Thursday, 19 November depending on your location.

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MASSIVE! The new Xbox is much bigger than before

Xbox fans will get their hands on consoles slightly earlier, with the Series X|S arriving on Tuesday, 10 November.

Next Gen Features

EA has promised loads of awesome new features on the FIFA titles.

We can expect rapid loading times, enhanced animation technology and more thanks to the power of PlayStation 5 and Xbox Series X.

This is all in aid of feeling "Next Level" every time you step onto the pitch.

Dual Entitlement

Dual entitlement means you won't have to buy FIFA 21 twice, unless you switch from Xbox to PlayStation or vice versa.

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PAY NOTHING! Transferring your game won't cost you a penny

Your progression in Ultimate Team and VOLTA will also continue, although other game modes like Career Mode will not allow this transfer.

For more information on Dual Entitlement click here.

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