I adore the concept of “unlimited.” I pay for unlimited data with my mobile carrier. My college dining hall offered unlimited meals at a flat rate. All-you-can-eat sushi is a crucial part of my existence. But there are some unlimited plans I remain wary of, and EA’s recent announcement of unlimited access to its games on Xbox One is one of them.
The plan, officially named “EA Access,” will run gamers $4.99 per month, and will start with a beta of four games: FIFA 14, Madden NFL 25, Peggle 2, and Battlefield 4. According to EA’s statement, there are “more titles being added soon.”
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In addition to unfettered access to the company’s “vault” of titles, the program will also award subscribers 10% discounts on all EA digital purchases, as well as advanced access to new titles before they’re released. The early access may be up to a week in advance, game saves will carry over, and the 10% discount will still apply to said titles. Games currently slated for early access include Madden NFL 15, NHL 15, FIFA 15, NBA Live 15, and Dragon Age: Inquisition. That’s the second time I’ve typed a list of sports games with one blockbuster at the end.
If EA Access appeals to you, then you can head to Xbox Live or your local GameStop to check it out. I’ll admit, for people who buy every new edition of each EA Sports title, the program is a compelling offer. Otherwise, there won’t be too much time to mull it over — the service launches in North America and Europe “soon.”
Via: GameSpot
