The Rolling Stones Collaborate with EA Sports FC 24 for In-Game Vanity Kit

by Frank McDougall
in *FR, *IT, News
on 20 November 2023

Iconic rock & roll band The Rolling Stones has partnered with EA Sports FC 24 to design a unique in-game vanity kit, confirming a collaboration that merges music, fashion, and the world of gaming. Alongside The Rolling Stones, DJ Michaël Brun and afropop star Obongjayar have also contributed artist-designed outfits to the game.

Expressing his excitement, Brun stated, “I’ve been an EA Sports fan my whole life, so to be able to create my own kit in EA Sports FC 24 is honestly a dream come true. Being able to merge my culture, my love of football and fashion in one collaboration is a true honor. I hope people enjoy it!”

Players can now access the three new vanity kits in EA Sports FC 24. While Brun and Obongjayar’s kits are available for purchase in the game, The Rolling Stones’ kit can be unlocked by completing a series of objectives, adding an element of challenge and achievement to the collaboration.

In addition to the vanity kits, the game’s soundtrack has been enhanced with the inclusion of eight new tracks. These tracks have been carefully curated to represent the diversity and global nature of football and music. Genres like Afrobeats, Reggaeton, and Grime contribute to creating an international soundscape that mirrors the exciting fusion of different football styles.

“The premiere of EA Sports FC 24 delivers a definitive global soundtrack that builds on innovation and authenticity like never before,” announced Steve Schnur, worldwide executive and president of music for Electronic Arts. “We’ve curated a player experience that celebrates diversity and discovery via new music and artists that defies genres, erases borders, creates football culture, and powers football life.”

As fans eagerly await a possible 2024 tour by The Rolling Stones, the band continues to captivate audiences with their music and collaborations. Their recent partnership with FC Barcelona for a new football kit accentuates their influence across various realms.

In other gaming news, South Korea’s president Yoon Suk Yeol congratulated the SKT T1 team on their victory at the League of Legends Worlds, highlighting the global appeal and excitement surrounding professional gaming.

FAQ:

1. What is the collaboration between The Rolling Stones and EA Sports FC 24?
– The collaboration merges music, fashion, and gaming, with The Rolling Stones designing a unique in-game vanity kit for EA Sports FC 24.

2. Who else contributed artist-designed outfits to the game?
– DJ Michaël Brun and afropop star Obongjayar also contributed artist-designed outfits to the game.

3. How can players access the new vanity kits?
– Players can purchase Brun and Obongjayar’s kits in the game, while The Rolling Stones’ kit can be unlocked by completing a series of objectives.

4. What is the new addition to the game’s soundtrack?
– Eight new tracks have been added to the game’s soundtrack, representing the diversity and global nature of football and music.

5. What genres contribute to the international soundscape of the game?
– Genres like Afrobeats, Reggaeton, and Grime contribute to creating the international soundscape of the game.

6. Who curated the player experience in terms of music?
– Steve Schnur, worldwide executive and president of music for Electronic Arts, curated the player experience in terms of music.

7. What recent partnership did The Rolling Stones have?
– The Rolling Stones partnered with FC Barcelona for a new football kit.

8. What did South Korea’s president congratulate in gaming news?
– South Korea’s president congratulated the SKT T1 team on their victory at the League of Legends Worlds.

Key Terms / Jargon:

1. EA Sports FC 24: This refers to a specific game developed by EA Sports, possibly a football (soccer) game, named EA Sports FC 24.

2. Vanity kits: These are in-game cosmetic items that allow players to customize the appearance of their characters or avatars in a game.

3. Genres (Afrobeats, Reggaeton, Grime): These are different styles or categories of music, with Afrobeats being a fusion of African music genres, Reggaeton originating in Latin America, and Grime originating in the UK.