FIFA has been preparing to migrate its NFT platform to a different, Ethereum-compatible blockchain. This thrilling change will take effect no sooner than May 20. This transition will allow their platform to better innovate and expand their reach in the gaming community. FIFA will share the exact date and issue further instruction for NFT holders to allow for a safe and simple migration process.
The migration coincides with growing anticipation for FIFA Rivals, a free-to-play soccer game for iOS and Android developed in partnership with Mythical Games. Scheduled for release in November 2024, FIFA Rivals is expected to lure more than 100 million gamers. It’s the developer of FIFA Rivals that is creating the most buzz. Its NFL Rivals mobile game has signed up more than 6 million players so far! CEO of Mythical Entertainment, John Linden.
FIFA leaped into this mutable digital frontier through a partnership with Modex to cut an exhilarating exploratory collection. This announcement came right before the 2023 edition of the Club World Cup in Saudi Arabia. The move to an Ethereum-compatible blockchain is a massive indicator of FIFA’s commitment to using blockchain technology to enrich user experiences and engagement.
At this stage, no immediate action is required. When the migration process begins, we will provide clear, step-by-step instructions on what (if anything) you need to do. - FIFA
As a result, NFL Rivals has had incredible success, onboarding over 6 million players. This exciting new milestone illustrates the power of FIFA Rivals, complemented by its broader appeal. The new blockchain infrastructure will be welcoming a tsunami of new players and transactions. This new focus will develop a more versatile, efficient and user-friendly platform accessible to NFT art lovers and gamers alike.
