‘EA Sports FC’ Sets World Cup Recordbreaker Kylian Mbappé as New Cover Athlete (Gaming News Roundup)

“EA Sports FC” has set World Cup recordbreaker Kylian Mbappé as its cover athlete for the “FC 27” Ultimate Edition, as well as the mobile version of the game created by Electronic Arts. Mbappé last appeared in the franchise four years ago. Since then, the world renowned French soccer player moved to Real Madrid in 2024 and, during the most recent FIFA World Cup tournament, beat Lionel Messi’s all-time record after scoring his 22nd goal on Sunday. blogherads.adq.push(function () { blogherads .defineSlot( 'medrec', 'gpt-variety-article-mid-article-uid0' ) .setTargeting( 'pos', ["mid-article1","mid-articleX","mid","mid-article"] ) .setTargeting( 'viewable', 'yes' ) .setSubAdUnitPath("ros\/mid-article") .addSize([[300,250],[2,2],[300,251],[2,4],[4,2],[320,480],[620,366]]) .setClsOptimization("minsize") ; }); “To be featured on the cover of an ‘EA Sports FC’ title for the first time is a very special moment for me,” Mbappé said in a statement. “It’s an honor to continue my long-term relationship with the franchise in its latest chapter, alongside the players who have shaped its history. I can’t wait for everyone to experience ‘FC 27.'” Popular on Variety if ( !window.pmc.harmony?.isEventAdScheduledTime() ) { pmcCnx.cmd.push(function() { pmcCnx({ settings: { plugins: { pmcAtlasMG: { iabPlcmt: 2, } } }, playerId: 'fdaee7b3-292f-4a85-89bb-29a56b567de3', playlistId: '019eb8f5-8351-7af5-8dd4-29ad0d5ed821', }).render("connatix_contextual_player_div"); }); } else { // This should only be get called when page cache is not cleared and it's event time. window.pmc.harmony?.switchToHarmonyPlayer(); } Jeff Sharma, EA Sports FC”s VP of franchise strategy and marketing, added in his own statement: “We’re thrilled to welcome Kylian back to the franchise as the cover star of ‘EA Sports FC 27.’ Kylian’s achievements for both club and country have established him as one of the defining players of his generation. He embodies the ambition, creativity and global appeal that defines ‘EA Sports FC’ today.'” Additionally, a trailer will be revealed on Thursday, July 23 at 9 a.m. PT. See more gaming news from this week in the roundup below. “The Sims 4” announced new summer updates with the Coach RePurposed Capsule and Music Den Kit. Through the capsule, Sims can refresh their wardrobes with upcycled fashion pieces inspired by the Coach (Re)Loved line. The Coach collaboration will be available for free download through “The Sims 4” Marketplace on July 28 through Oct. 28. The Music Den Kit offers new decor, soundproofing panels and music-inspired furnishings. The kit is available starting July 23 for $4.99.  blogherads.adq.push(function () { blogherads .defineSlot( 'medrec', 'gpt-dsk-tab-mid-article2-uid1' ) .setTargeting( 'pos', ["mid","mid-article2","mid-articleX"] ) .setTargeting( 'viewable', 'yes' ) .setSubAdUnitPath("ros\/mid-article2") .addSize([[320,480],[300,250],[300,251],[2,4],[4,2],[620,366]]) .setClsOptimization("minsize") ; }); For a limited time, purchase of the Music Den Kit will come with 200 Moola, in-game currency that can be used to purchase Maker Packs and Kits through the Marketplace. Aesir Interactive released open-world survival game “EverRail,” out now in Early Access.