Key takeaways:
- NFL Rivals launches its second season on September 5, coinciding with the NFL Kickoff.
- New features include multiplayer mode, an expanded Synergy System, and the “Road to the Playoffs” reward system.
- A new partnership with Super Bowl LVIII champions, the Kansas City Chiefs, enhances the game’s connection to NFL fans.
NFL Rivals introduces exciting updates for Year 2
NFL Rivals is the officially licensed mobile game of the National Football League (NFL) and the NFL Players Association (NFLPA). They are launching its second season, known as Year 2, on September 5, 2024. This release aligns with the NFL Kickoff, making the game follow a successful first season that saw over 5 million downloads and 115 million games played.
Year 2 of NFL Rivals promises to build on its initial success by offering players an even richer gaming experience. New gameplay modes, distinctive pack drops, and exclusive partnerships are set to enhance player engagement. A refreshed community platform will also provide fans with novel ways to interact with their favorite sport.
“As we enter the second year of our partnership with Mythical Games, we look back at the incredible first year of NFL Rivals and the success the game achieved worldwide. Leveraging that momentum, Y2 will draw fans further into the realm of being a general manager of an NFL team with improved arcade-style gameplay and updates that continue to provide fans with ownership over their gaming experience.”
—Ed Kiang, vice president of video gaming at the NFL
Sophie Gage, VP of Business & Legal Affairs at NFL Players Inc, highlighted that the success of NFL Rivals is deeply tied to how it brings fans closer to the sport they love, with NFL players at the core of this connection. Their skills and authenticity are what make the game engaging and enjoyable for millions of fans worldwide. This unique relationship fuels the game’s growth and continues to attract more fans as it evolves.
This season, NFL Rivals has announced a notable partnership with the Kansas City Chiefs, the reigning Super Bowl LVIII champions. This collaboration is part of NFL Rivals’ ongoing efforts to strengthen the connection between the game and the excitement of NFL football.
“Year 2 of NFL Rivals is going to be a game-changer. With the upcoming release of our multiplayer mode, and the expansion of our Synergy System, fans have new and fun ways to play; and with the introduction of the ‘Road to the Playoffs’ and its season-long ‘reward road’, during the 2024 NFL season, we’re raising the bar and setting a new standard for sports gaming as a whole.”
—Billy Schautz, the executive producer of NFL Rivals
NFL Rivals is available for download on the App Store and Google Play Store, with more details available on the official NFL Rivals website.
The bottom line
As NFL Rivals enters its second season, the game continues to evolve, offering fans innovative features and fresh partnerships that deepen the connection to NFL football. With new gameplay modes and an emphasis on community engagement, Year 2 aims to set a new benchmark in mobile sports gaming.
