FIFA 23
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- End of Official Support: EA Sports officially ceased live service and major content updates for FIFA 23 shortly after the launch of EA Sports FC 24 in September 2023. This means no new seasons, no new promotional events in Ultimate Team, and no major gameplay patches from the developer.
- Player Count Decline: Unsurprisingly, the active player base for FIFA 23 has dwindled significantly. According to Steam Charts, FIFA 23 saw a peak of around 2,709 players in the last 30 days leading up to June 2025, with a 24-hour peak of only 2,024. This is a stark contrast to its all-time peak of over 110,000 players at launch. The vast majority of players have migrated to EA Sports FC 24 (which averaged over 10,000 players in May 2025 on Steam, with a peak of 96,314 in May 2025 for EA FC 25) or are now anticipating EA Sports FC 25.
- Community-Driven Updates (Mods): For PC players, the life of FIFA 23 continues through its robust modding community. Websites like Nexus Mods host numerous fan-made updates. As recently as February 2025, there were “Squads Updates for FIFA 23” to reflect real-world transfers, and other mods to update themes, kits, and even add new leagues (like the Brasileirao). This shows a dedicated niche keeping the game alive, particularly for those who prefer specific features or the final “FIFA” branding.