UFL is one of the most anticipated game projects, as the Cristiano Ronaldo-backed game promises to deliver a fun and fair-to-play gaming experience, that can be a breath of fresh air for the industry.
After two successful open betas, and an investment round that took place in December of 2023, where $40 million where raised for the development of the game, UFL has finally revealed its official release date.
UFL Release Date
UFL will officially launch on Thursday, 5 December 2024, with the game being available for the Xbox Series X/S and PlayStation 5 platforms.
Before the game's launch players will have the chance to purchase pre-order packs, which include an exclusive customization set, and also seven days of early access.
This offers players the chance to start playing the game on Thursday, 28 November, allowing players to start griding the game and assembling their squad, which will give them a considerable advantage over the players that only start playing seven days later.
Strikerz Inc. CEO, Eugene Nashilov, had the following to say about the title launch:
"We can’t wait for gamers around the world to enjoy it and we thank them for the invaluable feedback they’ve provided us during two phases of Open Beta testing."
"The launch of UFL is a landmark moment in our journey, however, we equally realise that this is just the beginning. We’ll be constantly & regularly updating the UFL gaming experience for all the fans around the world.’"
We Finally Have Some Competition
The UFL launch also means that EA Sports FC now has some competition in the market, which is something fans have been begging for, and after an underwhelming Ultimate Team deep dive, UFL has a great chance of rivaling FC 25.
UFL will be released much later than FC 25, but they will still have a chance to captivate players, especially the ones that aren't happy with the new title in the EA Sports FC franchise. This provides UFL with the chance to prove they are the best football video game on the market.
It's ingenuous to think that UFL can simply become a more popular game than FC 25 in the blink of an eye, as the EA FC player base is huge and very loyal, even if the majority is always complaining about the game.
However, this is still a golden opportunity for UFL to reach a large audience, showcase its product, and perhaps even convert some EA FC fans. If the gameplay is good and the game modes are entertaining, there is no reason for the UFL launch not to be a big success.
Becoming a true challenger to EA FC will take time, but UFL has a chance to show they are a legitimate player in the market and an alternative for those who aren't happy with the EA Sports product.
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