Take a break with EA this holiday season

The holiday season is a precious moment in our lives—a chance to relax and spend much-needed time with friends, family, and loved ones. Whether that’s gathering together under one roof, cooking food and exchanging gifts, or simply finding time to share, connect, and play with the people who mean the most to us. No matter your preferred method to celebrate the holidays, there is bound to be magic and joy in the air, and an opportunity to recharge our brains and our hearts.

At EA, we hope you all have a chance to come together to share in entertainment with your best friends and make everlasting memories. From entertaining yourself and your friends with the best sports action titles on the planet, to cozy life-simulations, to blockbuster storytelling, and much more.

Here’s how our games can help warm your holiday spirit this winter.

Experience unforgettable moments

Just in time for the holiday season is Dragon Age™: The Veilguard. This new chapter in the iconic Dragon Age franchise lets you step into the rich world of Thedas, filled with adventure, magic, and an unforgettable cast of characters. It’s the perfect game for those who want to lose themselves in a truly epic fantasy adventure. The game also features a best-in-class set of accessibility features, opening the game up to as many people as possible.

It also just released a brand new character creator tool, which anyone can get for free! Build, create, and realize your best self, available for download now on your preferred platform.

Play together

Experience the historic introduction of the 4 Nations Face-Off, a first-of-its-kind competition launched in recent weeks. Dive into the debut of the Professional Women's Hockey League (PWHL) and hit the ice like never before. And old fans and new alike can rejoice at the return of the fan-favorite Arcade mode! Truly, EA SPORTS™ NHL 25 is here to deliver the ultimate hockey experience.

Apex Legends™, on the other hand, is bringing the heat with exciting events and limited-time modes, including its newest season From the Rift.

Whether you’re dropping into the action with your squad or going solo, Apex is all about the fast-paced action with its growing roster of authentically crafted Legends. Plus, with millions of players around the world, you can easily join up with others and curate your own social hub, connecting with people who share your love for the game. The battle royale isn’t just about competition—it’s about community too! Make sure to check out the year-end events and take advantage of seasonal rewards while they last.

Challenge your best friends

As we await the historic, first-ever 12-team College Football Playoffs kicking off on Friday, December 20, you can start the festivities now by choosing your favorite team on EA SPORTS College Football 25 and playing against your best buds! 

Or, with the NFL playoff race heating up, there’s no better time to jump into EA SPORTS Madden NFL 25 and see which team you take to the Super Bowl.

However, if your definition of “football” stretches more globally, then there’s always the latest entry in the iconic franchise, EA SPORTS FC™ 25. Team up with friends across your favorite modes with the new 5v5 Rush and manage your club to victory as FC IQ delivers more tactical control than ever.

No matter your football of choice, you are sure to have a blast as we continue our mission to bring people together and  grow the love of sports around the world. But if running around the gridiron or the world’s game isn’t your cup of tea, we certainly have a cozier option available in The Sims™ 4.

Get cozy this winter

Looking for a cozy experience this holiday season? The Sims 4 lets you create and live out your dreams, from decorating your virtual home to throwing the ultimate holiday party. The game’s customizable nature allows you to shape every aspect of your characters' lives, making it a delightful way to spend time with friends or just get lost in a cozy, festive world.

Constantly updated with new content and expansions, The Sims 4 is always offering new ways for you and your loved ones to play. You can expect nothing less than great times from a studio dedicated to creating the most authentic worlds possible!

To 2025 and beyond

If you're already part of these amazing communities, that's fantastic! We can't wait to connect with you this winter break.

But if you want to jump into one of these incredible experiences for the first time, there’s no better moment than the present, as we have some of the year’s best deals for you.

And, as we say goodbye to 2024, don’t miss our Year in Review story—celebrating all the incredible moments our community has shared. From amazing user-generated content to epic in-game moments, we couldn’t have asked for a better year.

From all of us at EA, have an amazing holiday season. We’re looking forward to 2025 where we’re going to offer even more fun, more excitement, more competition, more unrivaled sports action, and more ways to connect with family and friends.

Happy Holidays!