As we all know that the release date of FIFA 22 is approaching, and this is the reason why many players are trying to try their hand at the game as soon as possible. In case you forgot, let me remind you once again that EA has confirmed that the game will be released on October 1, but it's also true that players can't wait for the new game to finish its previous iteration. Can. Fortunately, there is still a way to play FIFA 22 for free a week before the official release using EA Play Early Access.
One of the best things EA has done is that it launched EA Play Early Access, offering users to play the game for free ahead of the official launch. Previously EA set the playtime for about 10 hours before the release of its titles, however, EA has doubled the playtime for FIFA 22, allowing you to play the game for 20 hours for free.
How to Download FIFA 22 and Play for Free
The EA Play Early Access feature allows the users to get acquainted with the game while also helping the developers to clear up bugs and flaws in the gameplay. Check out how you can play the game completely free before the official release date.
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EA Play and Origin Access members are allowed to download and play the game from September 22, enjoying up to 20 hours of action. However, you can only get the Free Trial along with 10% off your pre-order (if you decide to buy) if you are subscribed to EA Play through PC, Xbox, or your Playstation.
Usually, the subscription costs $4.99 USD per month or $29.99 USD for the year. However, EA has currently rolled out a sick deal in which you can get the subscription for less than $1 USD in order to play the pre-release version.
How to Subscribe to EA Play
Use the following steps to signup for EA Play :
- Head over to the EA Play website
- Select “Join Now” in the top right-hand corner
- Choose carefully which platform you will be playing on as your membership will only apply to a single platform
- Select your payment method (monthly/annually)
- You will then be taken to your platfroms relevent store to complete the purchase
Xbox users can note that subscribed to Xbox Game Pass Ultimate instead would be more cost-effective and useful. EA Play games on both Xbox and Windows can be downloaded at no extra cost as part of Game Pass Ultimate, perfect for both platforms’ owners.
EA Play Pro is also an option for PC players, which often provides early access to brand new games.
How to Download FIFA 22 Pre-Load
If you’re boasting a subscription follow these simple steps on your relevant consoles to access the game for free:
Playstation
- Go ahead and select the Games Home menu
- Select your pre-order of FIFA 22
- Wait for the countdown to expire and pre-load the game from there
Xbox
- Press the Xbox button on the controller
- Select My Games and Apps
- Head over to your library and then select All purchased games
- You can download FIFA 22 from there
PC
- Head over to Steam/Origin Library (where you purchased the game)
- Open the game’s page and download the early access from there
How to Use your Play-time Efficiently
If you are interested in getting the most out of your 20 free hours of gameplay, here are a few tips to keep in mind:
- Remember, your gameplay clock does not start before you turn on the game!
- You can see your remaining time in the bottom right corner of your game’s homescreen
- Always close the game manually whenever you’re done playing as it will burn up an extra couple of minutes while closing automatically
- We would also recommend playing Squad Battles as it would have the least match finding time
- Use the FUT 22 Web App to build your squad and opening welcome backpacks as they would just consume your gameplay time otherwise
If you have pre-ordered FIFA 22 Ultimate Edition, you can start downloading and playing FIFA 22 in full four days in advance, on September 27th.
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