With EA SPORTS FC 26 available to preorder now, players across all platforms are asking one thing: What do I actually get for preordering? This guide covers every bonus tied to both the Ultimate Edition and Standard Edition of FC 26, including early access, career mode content, Ultimate Team perks, and what you get instantly in FC 25 when you preorder.
Whether you’re looking for a head start in Ultimate Team, want to level up your club in Career Mode, or are just in it for the FC Points, here’s exactly what you’ll receive by preordering FC 26 before August 26th, 2025.
FC 26 Ultimate Edition preorder rewards explained
Preordering the Ultimate Edition of FC 26 unlocks the most valuable rewards, both in FC 26 and immediately in FC 25. The most significant bonus for early buyers is 7 days early access to FC 26, starting one week ahead of the global launch.
What you get in FC 26 (Ultimate Edition):
- 7 days early access to the full game
- Up to 6,000 FC Points (split into 2,000 per month for 3 months)
- Season 1 Premium Pass access for Ultimate Team™, Clubs, and Career Mode
- 2 active Evolution slots from day one (1 more than Standard players)
- Exclusive career mode perks:
- 3 ICON players for Manager Career
- 5-star Youth Scout
- 5-star Coach
- Manager Live Challenge content
- Clubs perks:
- 1 Archetype Unlock Consumable
- 2 Archetype AXP Consumables
These bonuses will be automatically applied to your account once you log into FC 26 for the first time.
What you get immediately in FC 25:
If you preorder before August 26, you’ll also get:
- A 93+ untradeable ICON player item
- A Player Evolution item that can be activated from the Evolutions > Rewards & Cosmetics tab in Ultimate Team™
Both rewards will be found in Unassigned Items, where you can either send them to your club or quick sell.
Note: FC 25 bonuses are not available for Nintendo Switch and Switch 2 players.
FC 26 Standard Edition preorder rewards
The Standard Edition of FC 26 is also offering preorder incentives, but at a smaller scale than the Ultimate version. However, it still includes benefits for all three major modes and some solid extras for FC 25.
What you get in FC 26 (Standard Edition):
- Full access to FC 26 on launch day (no early access)
- Season 1 Premium Pass access for Ultimate Team™, Clubs, and Career Mode
- Career mode perks:
- 3 ICON players for Manager Career
- 5-star Youth Scout
- 5-star Coach
- Manager Live Challenge content
- Clubs perks:
- 1 Archetype Unlock Consumable
- 2 Archetype AXP Consumables
There’s no FC Points or bonus Evolution slot with the Standard Edition.
What you get immediately in FC 25:
Preordering the Standard Edition before August 26 also grants:
- A 92+ untradeable ICON player item in Ultimate Team™
This will also appear in your Unassigned Items and can be added to your club or sold.
How FC 26 preorder rewards work on Nintendo Switch
If you’re playing on Nintendo Switch or Nintendo Switch 2, there are a few restrictions to be aware of. Switch users do not receive the ICON or Evolution rewards for FC 25. Instead, Ultimate Edition preorders on Switch will receive:
- 4,500 FC Points (1,500 delivered per month over 3 months)
Career Mode and Clubs content like ICONs, coaches, scouts, and archetype consumables will still be included in the Switch versions of both Standard and Ultimate Editions.
All Switch bonuses will be visible in-game when you first log into FC 26.
For full info and troubleshooting, visit the official EA SPORTS FC website or EA Help.
Breakdown: FC 26 preorder rewards by edition
| Feature | Standard Edition | Ultimate Edition |
|---|---|---|
| 7-day early access | ❌ | ✅ |
| FC Points | ❌ | ✅ (6,000 total) |
| FC 25 ICON | ✅ (92+) | ✅ (93+) |
| FC 25 Evolution | ❌ | ✅ |
| Season 1 Premium Pass | ✅ | ✅ |
| 2 active Evolutions | ❌ | ✅ |
| Career Mode ICONs | ✅ | ✅ |
| 5-star Coach & Scout | ✅ | ✅ |
| Clubs Archetypes | ✅ | ✅ |
When do FC 26 preorders start and end?
EA SPORTS opened preorders for FC 26 on July 16th, 2025. You have until August 26th, 2025, to qualify for the Early Bird rewards such as the ICON in FC 25 and the Player Evolution bonus.
After that deadline, Ultimate Edition preorders will still include the 6,000 FC Points, Premium Pass, and other FC 26-only perks, but you’ll miss out on the FC 25 bonuses.
How to activate your rewards
- Preorder the edition you want on your console store or via EA’s website
- Once FC 25 launches, log in to Ultimate Team to access your ICON or Evolution reward under Unassigned Items
- When FC 26 goes live, log in and check each mode (Ultimate Team, Career, Clubs) to claim the corresponding bonuses
- For Evolutions, head to Evolutions > Rewards & Cosmetics to activate extra slots or bonuses
If your rewards don’t appear, restart the game or check EA’s help pages for resolution steps.
FAQ: FC 26 preorder rewards guide
Can I still get rewards if I preorder after August 26?
Yes, but you’ll miss the FC 25 ICON and Evolution bonuses.
Do I get FC Points with the Standard Edition?
No, only the Ultimate Edition includes up to 6,000 FC Points.
Where do I find the FC 25 ICON and Evolution item?
In your FC 25 Ultimate Team under Unassigned Items.
Is the Premium Pass included in all editions?
Yes, both editions give Premium Pass for Season 1.
Can Switch users get ICON rewards?
No, FC 25 ICON and Evolution rewards are not available on Switch or Switch 2.
