Netflix and FIFA team up on a new game dropping before the 2026 World Cup

Attention, gamers and football fans! The alliance that could change how we play before the next World Cup has just been confirmed. Netflix has announced the launch of a new FIFA football simulation video game, which will be available to its subscribers just before the 2026 World Cup kicks off. This exclusive title reinforces the streaming platform’s commitment to the video game sector, now positioning itself in the world’s most popular sport.

The news is doubly exciting: not only will the game arrive to ignite the World Cup fever, but it will be accessible directly through the Netflix Games platform.

The challenge: Creating the most accessible football game

The development and publication of the game are handled by the company Delphi Interactive. The studio’s executives have made it clear that their goal is not just to compete, but to redefine the experience:

“Our goal is clear: to create the most fun, accessible, and international football video game ever,” stated Casper Daugaard, Founder and CEO of Delphi Interactive.

This focus on accessibility is key, seeking to reflect “the greatness of the planet’s most popular sport,” as highlighted by Andy Kleinman, President of Delphi Interactive.

Access: No consoles, just your mobile and Netflix

This new FIFA title promises to be inclusive and user friendly, eliminating the traditional barriers of video game consoles. To access it, all that will be required is an active Netflix subscription and a mobile device (cell phone or tablet) which will function as the game controller. The most innovative aspect is that the game will be available directly from the TVs where the streaming platform is already watched, allowing users to play individually or with friends in the simplest way possible.

With this launch, Netflix not only adds another game to its catalog but integrates high demand football and video games into its regular offering of series and movies. Although precise details about the game and its official launch date will be announced throughout 2026, the promise already has our community ready to warm up their thumbs.