Is FC 27 down? How to check EA server status

EA Sports is launching FC 27 into early access today (Friday 18th September), and it's only logical to wonder if this big launch could have caused some stress on the EA servers.

If you're wondering why FC 27 is down right now, and what the official server status is saying currently, you've come to the right place to be pointed in the right direction.

So, let's crack on and answer your important questions.

At the time of writing, FC 27 is working just fine.

Of course, like a tricksy midfielders, these situations can turn on a sixpence. Server issues can strike at any time, so it's worth knowing how to check the official sources.

It's also worth taking a moment to consider whether your Wifi at home could have dropped out. After all, sometimes the problem is closer to home than you might think.

How to check FC 27 server status explained

If you want to check the FC 27 server status for yourself, the best place to look is EA's official Server Status page.

As well as keeping you abreast of FC server situations, that page also cover other EA titles like Apex Legends, Battlefield 6 and EA Sports College Football, so it's a handy resource to familiarise yourself with.

For FC specifically, another handy resource is the EA Sports FC Direct Communication account on X (formerly known as Twitter). If anything major is going on with the servers, it should be announced or acknowledged there!

So, if you're having trouble, there are a couple of things you can check to see if it's just you, or a wider problem. Down Detector is another handy one, as other players will file reports there if they're struggling to log in.

Read more on FC 27:

• FC 27 player ratings confirmed: Top-rated players
• FC 27 soundtrack
• Is AFC Richmond in FC 27?
• FC 27 age rating explained: Why is it PEGI 16?
• FC 27 Web App and Companion App
• FC 27 editions: What's included in the Standard, Ultimate and Ultimate Plus Edition?

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