EA's sights are set on the Nintendo Switch 2, as confirmed by CEO Andrew Wilson during a recent financial call. He hinted at plans to bring many of EA's popular titles to the new console. Specifically, Wilson highlighted the potential for EA's lucrative sports franchises, *Madden* and *EA SPORTS FC*, to thrive on the Switch 2, predicting they could "find real energy" on the platform. He also mentioned *The Sims* as a strong contender, pointing to the success of *The Sims* and *My Sims* on previous Nintendo consoles, where a significant portion of players were new to EA's games. While specific details are yet to be revealed, Wilson expressed confidence that EA's diverse IP portfolio will benefit from the Switch 2's potential to attract new players and communities.
AnswerSee ResultsWhile the prospect of *Madden* and *EA SPORTS FC* on the Switch 2 isn't surprising, the question of which versions to expect remains. EA's history of releasing "legacy" versions of *FIFA* on the original Switch raises some concerns. However, recent efforts towards feature parity for the *EA SPORTS FC* franchise suggest that the Switch 2's enhanced power might allow for a version closer to its PlayStation, Xbox, and PC counterparts. *EA SPORTS FC 26*, for instance, could potentially offer a more comparable experience.
The Switch 2's announcement has sparked excitement, fueling speculation about its game lineup. Rumors point to a wide range of third-party titles, including *Civilization 7*, which Firaxis has expressed interest in, highlighting the Switch 2's intriguing Joy-Con mouse mode. Nacon, a prominent publisher, has confirmed its readiness to launch Switch 2 titles, adding to the growing anticipation. The highly anticipated *Hollow Knight: Silksong* is also rumored to be coming to the console. As for Nintendo's first-party offerings, a new *Mario Kart* is in the works, with more details expected at a Nintendo Direct in April.
