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EA Sports College Football 25 sets a new standard, topping U.S. sports game sales charts. Discover how it reshaped gaming history.
EA Sports College Football 25 has raced past giants, securing its spot as the best-selling sports game in U.S. history. After an 11-year break, the return was spectacular, outperforming expectations and leaving rivals like NBA 2K21 in the dust. It’s not just about football; it’s a story of a comeback, of student athletes making the virtual gridiron alive again.
With over 10,000 players saying “yes” to having their likenesses in-game, EA’s latest release isn’t just a game—it’s a phenomenon. Surpassing legends, setting records, and rewriting the playbook on player compensation
College Football 25 Is No. 1
EA Sports College Football 25 has taken the gaming world by storm, breaking records left and right. In less than five months since its release in July 2024, it has become the best-selling sports video game in U.S. history, surpassing the mighty NBA 2K21.
But the milestones don’t stop there. According to analytics firm Circana, College Football 25 has also entered the top 50 best-selling video games of all time based on dollar sales. Even more impressive, it’s the best-selling video game of 2024, outpacing juggernauts like Call of Duty: Black Ops 6.
EA College Football 25 is the best-selling sports video game in U.S. history—and one of 2024's top-selling games overall.
— Front Office Sports (@FOS) December 19, 2024
The game's success against others as a sports game has shocked the industry:
“For it to be the top game of the year so far in the U.S. is pretty stunning."
At $69.99 for the standard version, $99.99 for the Deluxe, and $149.99 for the MVP edition, the game has raked in revenue at every price point. Smart pricing promotions in November pushed it back into the Top 10 monthly U.S. charts, where it climbed to fourth place, just behind Madden NFL 25 and Call of Duty.
This remarkable success underscores the anticipation and excitement surrounding the return of EA’s beloved college football series after an 11-year hiatus. Nostalgia played a massive role in driving sales, but College Football 25’s appeal extends beyond that. It marked the first time real student-athletes were featured in the game, thanks to Name, Image, and Likeness (NIL) deals.
Over 10,000 players opted into the agreement, each receiving a flat $600 payment and a free copy of the game. While this compensation sparked debates, it didn’t deter fans from celebrating the series’ return. The game also benefited from frequent updates and patches, ensuring a polished experience that kept players coming back.
EA Sports College Football 25 is more than just a game—it’s a cultural phenomenon. By blending nostalgia with modern innovation, it didn’t just revive a franchise; it created history.
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