News Summary
- To mark the FIFA World Cup 2026, Netflix is set to release a new video game titled ‘FIFA World Cup: Launch Edition’ starting June 11.
- FIFA President Gianni Infantino described the collaboration as a significant step towards reaching billions of football fans worldwide.
- The game requires a Netflix subscription and a mobile phone to play.
May 22, Kathmandu – As the FIFA World Cup 2026 approaches, Netflix is preparing to launch a new video game called ‘FIFA World Cup: Launch Edition’ specifically for football enthusiasts.
Developed and published by Delphi Interactive, the game will be exclusively available to Netflix subscribers from June 11. According to FIFA, this game will deliver the excitement, thrill, and competitive spirit of the World Cup in a simple yet entertaining way.
The game is designed to be easy to learn but challenging to master. Players can engage in single-player mode or compete online with friends. A Netflix subscription and a mobile phone will be required to play.
FIFA President Gianni Infantino described the partnership with Netflix and Delphi Interactive as a significant milestone in FIFA’s innovation efforts in football gaming.
He said, “This collaboration is an important step toward reaching billions of football fans across the globe. This reimagined game will mark the beginning of a new era in digital football. Netflix members will get to play it for free, which is a historic achievement for FIFA.”
How to Play?
In ‘FIFA World Cup: Launch Edition,’ a mobile phone will function as the controller, while the television will serve as the stadium.
To begin, users need to navigate to the Games tab on their television, select the game, then scan the displayed QR code with their mobile phone to set up the controller and start playing.
This game is included with all Netflix subscription plans.
Netflix Games Head Allen Taşkın described the 2026 World Cup as one of the biggest cultural events of the year, stating that fans can experience the excitement of the tournament right from their homes through the game.
What Does the Game Include?
Launching on June 11 alongside the World Cup, the game features all 48 participating teams, 1,248 players, and 16 stadiums. The visuals of the game are based on the World Cup venues in the United States, Mexico, and Canada.
In Which Countries Will the Game Be Available?
A limited beta version of the game has been available since June 4 in Brazil and Germany.
The full version will be accessible from June 11 in countries including the United States, Canada, the United Kingdom, France, Italy, Mexico, Spain, and Australia. FIFA plans to expand service to additional countries in the future.
What Does ‘Launch Edition’ Mean?
According to FIFA, the ‘Launch Edition’ is an initial release emphasizing quick-play, energetic, and entertaining gameplay.
As the World Cup progresses and the player community grows, Netflix plans to introduce more features, greater complexity, technical enhancements, and new updates.
