FIFA and Netflix collaborate on new World Cup game launching June 11
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 4, 2026, 6:22 PM
Last updated Jun 4, 2026
FIFA has partnered with Netflix to launch a new football game, FIFA World Cup: Launch Edition, ahead of the 2026 FIFA World Cup. The game, set to debut on June 11, allows players to choose from 48 national teams and engage in gameplay related to the tournament. This release marks FIFA's return to the gaming industry following the end of their partnership with EA Sports in 2022. Developed by Delphi Interactive, the game will be available to Netflix subscribers at no additional cost.
- •FIFA World Cup: Launch Edition to be released June 11.
- •Game allows players to select from 48 national teams.
- •FIFA previously partnered with EA Sports until 2022.
- •Game includes challenges based on real-life World Cup events.
- •Title developed by Delphi Interactive for Netflix Games.
- 6:22 PMYahoo Sports — FIFA announce new World Cup game with Netflix
- 5:03 PMYahoo Sports — Soccer-FIFA unveils Netflix World Cup game timed for 2026 tournament kickoff
"FIFA will release a new football video game, FIFA World Cup: Launch Edition, on Netflix Games on June 11, timed to coincide with the start of the 2026 World Cup, the soccer governing body said on Thursday. The title will be available exclusively to Netflix subscribers at no additional cost, as world soccer's governing body looks to broaden fan engagement through its revamped digital strategy. Developed in partnership with Netflix Games and Delphi Interactive, the game is designed as an accessible football simulation, allowing players to take part in the tournament experience.
"The two entertainment behemoths have announced a new collaboration.
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External links- Yahoo SportsJun 4, 2026, 6:22 PMFIFA announce new World Cup game with Netflix
The two entertainment behemoths have announced a new collaboration.
- Yahoo SportsJun 4, 2026, 5:03 PMSoccer-FIFA unveils Netflix World Cup game timed for 2026 tournament kickoff
FIFA will release a new football video game, FIFA World Cup: Launch Edition, on Netflix Games on June 11, timed to coincide with the start of the 2026 World Cup, the soccer governing body said on Thursday. The title will be available exclusively to Netflix subscribers at no additional cost, as world soccer's governing body looks to broaden fan engagement through its revamped digital strategy. Developed in partnership with Netflix Games and Delphi Interactive, the game is designed as an accessible football simulation, allowing players to take part in the tournament experience.
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