Fifa Rivals season 3

Editor’s Take

Season 3 rolled out on November 6, centering on national pride with players like Haaland and Son Heung-Min tied to international call-ups. The key change: Legendary Chase items are now event-only, not sold in bundles. It’s a move toward rewarding playtime over purchases on the Mythos chain, though it may add grind for top cards. Since its June launch, FIFA Rivals has kept a steady arcade rhythm, and Called Up will test whether events can sustain real engagement.

What’s Actually Happening

  • Launched November 6 on iOS and Android.
  • Theme: representing nations, loyalty, and legacy.
  • Event-only Legendary Chase players: Son Heung-Min, Alexis Mac Allister, Gabriel, plus a hinted extra Mythical later in the season.
  • Full squad refresh across tiers, from Mythical (Erling Haaland) to Commons (Brereton Díaz).
  • NFTs remain tradable on Mythical Marketplace (Mythos / Polkadot). See official announcement: https://x.com/FIFARivals/status/1986465674877608072

Why This Matters

Event Locks Favor Time Over Spend

Putting top cards behind events encourages active play instead of direct spending. It rewards dedication but could test patience for casuals.

National Theme Broadens Appeal

Tying progress to real football identities connects mobile gameplay to global fandom. Our view: it widens the audience without complicating core matches.

Monthly Cadence Builds Trust

Three consecutive monthly seasons show Mythical’s commitment to consistent updates, a rare trait in Web3 gaming.

NFT Layer Stays Optional

Collectible trading adds a secondary loop for invested players, while gameplay remains fully accessible without blockchain interaction.

Our Verdict

Events now gate three Legendary cards and hint at one Mythical to come. The full squad spans fifty-plus players, deepening the collectible pool. Players should dive into events early to avoid missing exclusives. Our take: the earn-focused approach can boost short-term retention if pacing and fairness hold. A balanced step that keeps FIFA Rivals competitive in the Web3 sports space.