Rumblings within the EA Sports FC 25 community suggest a significant change may be on the horizon for Ultimate Team. Whispers of a paid Season Pass, previously only speculated, are now gaining traction thanks to credible leaks.

Paid Season Pass: Following Industry Trends?

The introduction of a paid season pass in FC 25 would align EA with a growing trend in the gaming industry. The success of paid battle passes in games like Fortnite has seemingly influenced others, with titles like NBA 2K25 recently incorporating similar systems. While FC 25 began with a completely free-to-play season pass model, the landscape might be shifting.

Credible Leaks Fuel Speculation

Reputable leakers Fut Sheriff and Asy Fut Trader have brought these rumors to the forefront, indicating that a paid season pass could arrive as early as next week, coinciding with the highly anticipated Team of the Season (TOTS) launch. It's crucial to remember that these are still leaks, and official confirmation from Electronic Arts is pending. However, Fut Sheriff's consistent accuracy with past FC 25 leaks lends considerable weight to these claims.

Season 7 Launch and Team of the Season Timing

According to these leaks, the paid season pass is anticipated to debut with Season 7, expected to start on April 24th – just one day before the Team of the Season event commences. Seasoned FC 25 players recognize TOTS as a premier promotional period, often marking a time when EA experiments with new Ultimate Team features as the game cycle nears its end and the focus shifts to the next iteration.

What to Expect in the Paid Season Pass?

Details regarding the contents of the rumored paid season pass remain scarce. Many anticipate that powerful new Evolutions could be a key component, but EA has not officially disclosed any information. This lack of specifics makes it difficult to assess the potential value and appeal of the pass.

Pricing and In-Game Currency Options

Pricing details are also currently unknown. For context, NBA 2K25 offers two paid pass tiers: a $9.99 Pro Pass and a $19.99 Hall of Fame Pass. However, leaks suggest a potentially player-friendly feature for the FC 25 pass: the possibility of purchasing it with in-game Coins in addition to real-world money. This would offer players who have accumulated substantial in-game currency a way to access the paid pass without further financial investment. The exact Coin cost, however, is still unknown.

Team of the Season and Warm-Up Campaign

The paid season pass is rumored to launch ahead of Team of the Season, which kicks off on April 25th. The initial TOTS week will spotlight players from Ligue 1, the Arkema Premier League (Women's Ligue 1), and the Eredivisie. This promo is set to run for seven weeks, featuring various major leagues. While player voting for Ligue 1 is not available, fans can currently vote for the Premier League TOTS squad. Voting for Bundesliga, Serie A, and La Liga squads is also expected in the coming weeks.

In the meantime, players can take advantage of the ongoing TOTS Warm-Up campaign in FC 25. This campaign offers opportunities to earn numerous packs, which can be saved for the TOTS promo and potentially increase your chances of packing top-tier players – and maybe even amass enough Coins to consider the new paid season pass, should the leaks prove accurate.