The boxing game enthusiasts may soon have reason to cheer, as rumors suggest that Electronic Arts (EA) is working on reviving its acclaimed Fight Night franchise. However, according to industry insiders, it may be a while before fans get to see any substantial details about the new game.
Insider Gaming’s Mike Straw reached out to sources within EA and received some valuable insights about the company’s plans for the Fight Night series. Here’s what he uncovered:
The idea to bring back the Fight Night franchise gained momentum after the release of EA Sports UFC 5 in 2023.
However, the sources Straw spoke to do not expect any major announcements or reveals about the new Fight Night game this year.
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Sources Tell Us That EA Is Planning To Announce A Fight Night Game THIS YEAR! Boxers Like Jaron Ennis and Raymond Ford Are Already On Board😳 pic.twitter.com/akMoH7QsaA
— Combat eSports Media (@CombatESportsM) April 9, 2024
EA seems to be taking a cautious and measured approach to the Fight Night revival, similar to how they handled the return of their college football video game franchise.
The sources indicate that if any news about the new Fight Night title is shared, it will likely be done in a manner akin to the announcement of EA Sports College Football 25, which was a gradual and controlled reveal.
Based on the information gathered, Straw believes that Fight Night fans shouldn’t expect to see or hear much about the new game until at least 2025.
The sources suggested that while the game is in development, EA is not planning any major showcases or updates about it in the near future.
UPDATE: I reached out to a couple sources at EA and here's what I got back:
– Things around the series return picked up after UFC 5, which was to be expected
– Though possible, no one I spoke with expected anything major to be shown this year, if at all.
– IF ANYTHING gets… https://t.co/BbwYPZ6iUV
— Mike Straw of Insider-Gaming.com (@MikeStrawMedia) April 15, 2024
The Fight Night series, known for its realistic and immersive boxing gameplay, was last seen in 2011 with the release of Fight Night Champion. Since then, the boxing landscape has changed dramatically, with new stars like Tyson Fury and Naoya Inoue emerging as potential headliners for the revived franchise.
While the wait for more details may be frustrating for eager fans, the cautious approach taken by EA suggests that the company is committed to delivering a high-quality boxing experience that can capture the attention of both longtime Fight Night enthusiasts and newcomers to the genre.
