When rumors began that Electronic Arts would drop the name FIFA in his popular soccer franchise, many of us refused to believe that they would materialize. It seemed more like a pull and loosen for economic issues than a real concern. However, the parties did not reach an agreement and FIFA 23 It will be the last with the seal of EA Sports. This has opened the door to endless speculation about who will be the next ally of the mother house of world football to face this new stage, as expected. But there is a name that stands out from the rest and that is Take-Two Interactivevia 2K.
If we analyze it carefully, it makes sense that this is the case. It is probable that today there is no other company with the economic power and the necessary experience to face a project of these characteristics. And being completely honest with you, the mere fact that this possibility is being talked about I am very excitedAnd I don’t think I’m the only one who feels this way. is that a FIFA 2K It could be the answer to bring freshness back to a franchise that has captivated us for years, but has gradually lost its magic.
And I think there’s every reason to be convinced that Take-Two Interactive and 2K are up to the task in this test. After all, they already know what it’s like to work with sports video games and turn them into long-running franchises. The most notorious case is that of the saga NBA 2K, but he’s not the only one; they have also taken the reins with successful bets such as the now extinct NHL 2K, PGA 2K, WWE 2K and his future NFL-licensed football game.
The idea of a FIFA 2K makes a lot of sense
As we have already said before, any study that takes the post of FIFA You will have to be prepared to come under very heavy scrutiny. Furthermore, the first FIFA not developed by Electronic Arts will have to compete with EA Sports FC, the next big bet from the firm from San Mateo, California. And to that we must add an impact on a much larger scale, due to the global significance of football as a sport and of the FIFA as a video game.
And since dreaming is free, let’s go a little further into the field of assumptions…
If Take-Two Interactive and 2K could translate all the good things about their basketball games into a hypothetical FIFA 2Ksuccess would be assured.
The franchise NBA 2K It is not only acclaimed worldwide for its gameplay, graphics quality and level of detail, but also for its variety of game modes, with some being unique to certain installments. This has allowed to see special content, historical players and other features very well received by the public.
This is not to say that everything they do is perfect or free from criticism, but the foundations are set for 2K to have its own soccer game with the coveted title. FIFA.
The other point that favors Take-Two Interactive over potential competitors is the great bet it has made to expand into mobile gaming. Recall that earlier this year the company bought Zynga for 12.7 billion dollars, a firm that, according to Strauss Zelnick, CEO of T2, had “a highly talented and deeply experienced team.”
Perhaps in that talent and experience could be the key to definitively strengthen the presence of FIFA in the mobile world. Although it is true that the versions for smartphones and tablets by Electronic Arts have improved considerably in recent years, fans have been waiting for something more.
sheer caution
Logically, at Take-Two Interactive they know that the vast majority of eyes have fallen on them as hypothetical continuators of the FIFA saga, through 2K. However, so far they have preferred caution so as not to take a false step.
“We are definitely interested in expanding our opportunities in esports, and FIFA has a great brand and incredible influence, but we have no current plans to discuss.”
Strauss Zelnick, when asked
For now we can only wait for news, which will surely arrive in the second half of this year. Personally, my heart is with the historical saga FIFA of Electronic Arts, but the possibility of a FIFA 2K —however remote, at least for now— generates a great illusion.