It’s official. FC 25 is in its final weeks, and the numbers are brutal. The average Twitch viewership for FC 25 in August 2025 has dropped by 41 percent compared to the same time last year. Fans are logging off in massive numbers, and the hype for 6 PM content is practically non-existent. Even with back-to-back 99-rated players, repeatable 85×10 packs, and FC 26 rewards being handed out like candy, the game feels finished.
For most players, FC 25 is already over. The only reason many still log in is to stack FC 26 rewards or test their luck on the final player picks.
41% fewer viewers on Twitch compared to last year
Let’s look at the stat that sums it all up. In August 2024, during the end of FC 24, the game averaged around 20,000 viewers per day on Twitch. This August, FC 25 is only pulling 11,700 on average.
That’s a 41.5% drop.
July showed similar signs, with FC 25 averaging 16,000 daily viewers versus 23,000 for FC 24. May also dipped, and in every recent month, FC 25 is down by thousands. The number of people interested in watching FC content has collapsed, and it’s easy to see why.
FC 25 offered very little new at this stage. The vibe is stale. The hype is gone.
Players are only here for the FC 26 packs
The main reason players log in right now is not to play. It’s to claim FC 26 preseason rewards, spam 85×10 packs, or maybe test their luck with 95 plus player picks.
There have been some standout player SBCs recently, like 99-rated Laurent Blanc, 99 Alex Scott and 99 Leah Williamson. But others, like Cole Palmer’s 97-rated card, were just underwhelming. Many in the community expected more 99-rated content by now.
The endless cycle of fodder from the 85x10s goes straight into player SBCs or exchange packs. Team of the Weeks even spiked to 34K recently due to demand from these challenges. Yet for most players, it still feels like they’re just rinsing through the same content each day.
Even the fun pulls like 99 Messi or R9 haven’t been enough to bring people back long term. And judging from the YouTube numbers, that’s clear too.
Content creator views are down too
One popular FC YouTuber showed that his own videos in the final FC 25 cycle are underperforming compared to last year. Most uploads now sit under 20,000 views. At the same time last year, during FC 24’s final month, those same kinds of videos were pulling 30,000, 35,000 or more.
This backs up what everyone is seeing. There is just less interest in watching or playing FC 25, even in the middle of peak pack season. And with real-world football back and other games dropping new updates, players are spending their time elsewhere.
FC 26 already feels more exciting
While FC 25 slowly fades, the buzz around FC 26 is picking up fast. EA recently revealed the pre-order Icon stats, and even without playstyle pluses, they look strong.
Zlatan has 80 pace with Power Shot Plus. Francesco Totti looks solid with well-rounded attacking stats. Even Toni Kroos and Kaka are viable in early squads. The Icons don’t come with playstyle plus boosts until later in the year, which suggests EA may finally slow the power curve.
This change has been welcomed by players who felt FC 25 handed out meta cards too quickly. Now, EA is showing early signs they might be balancing things better in FC 26.
You’ve got two days left to pre-order the Ultimate Edition to secure your guaranteed Icon. After that, the reward will no longer be included. You can find pre-order details on EA’s official site.
Road to FC 26 objectives are the only reason to play
The Road to FC 26 evolution dropped recently and is one of the few remaining reasons to play. While the player reward is average, the FC 26 pack is what most people want. There’s also expected to be a “Club is Yours 2” objective coming soon, which could include another pack for next year’s game.
The preseason content is now the last real hook, as many players chase one more pack before logging off FC 25 for good. The only content people are truly hoping for is re-releases of the 99 footies as SBCs, which EA hasn’t fully started yet. That could finally kick off this Friday during preseason week three.
FAQ about FC 25 viewership drop and FC 26
How much has FC 25 viewership dropped?
Twitch viewership is down 41 percent compared to the same time last year.
Why has FC 25 lost so many players?
Repetitive content, no gameplay changes and lack of innovation caused people to quit early.
Is FC 26 going to be better?
Early signs point to improvements. EA has reworked Icons and gameplay responsiveness.
What’s the deadline for FC 26 Ultimate Edition pre-order?
You have two days left to pre-order and receive the special Icon reward.
Are 99-rated SBCs still coming in FC 25?
Yes. EA is expected to drop more 99-rated SBCs during preseason week three.
