Updated 18:08 27 Sep 2022 GMT+1Published 18:06 27 Sep 2022 GMT+1

FIFA 23 servers go down during early access launch

Error message appeared.

Nasir Jabbar

EA is investigating reports of some players being unable to connect to its servers amid the early access for FIFA 23.

FIFA 23 launched its early access period today for those who bought the Ultimate Edition.

But gamers are getting an error message that is preventing them from playing the game.

Image: EA Sports

"The FUT service is currently experiencing a high volume of server traffic. Please try again later," the message reads.

EA addressed the servers going down, issuing a statement on Twitter.

"We are investigating reports of some players being unable to connect to EA Servers and will provide an update in this thread when available," the statement read.

Gamers took to social media to vent their frustration over the servers going down.

FIFA 23 is set to launch for all players on Friday, September 30.

Featured Image Credit: EA Sports

Topics: EA Sports, FIFA 23, Football

Nasir Jabbar

Nasir Jabbar is a journalist at SPORTbible. He graduated from Bath Spa University with a BA in Media Communications. He's a combat sport aficionado and has contributed to MMA websites AddictedMMA and CagePotato. Nasir has covered some of the biggest fights, while interviewing the likes of Conor McGregor, Anthony Joshua, Tyson Fury and Darren Till. He's also an avid Bristol City fan.

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FIFA 23 servers go down during early access launch

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