Nexon has announced a new partnership with Electronic Arts. The Korean publisher will bring FIFA Online 3, currently being developed by EA Seoul, to PC later this year in its home country.

“The EA Sports FIFA series is the absolute gold standard for soccer games and we are thrilled that the new game will be published through Nexon,” said Nexon CEO Min Seo. “We think EA Sports FIFA Online 3 will ignite the sports genre in Korea, offering fans a truly authentic gameplay experience. We look forward to providing the latest version of one of the industry’s most storied and successful titles to both new and longtime players and ensuring that people who love playing EA Sports FIFA Online today are recognized in the new game.”

“We are pleased to partner with Nexon, a worldwide leader, to bring this title to our fans in Korea,” added Savannah Hahn, general manager of EA Korea. “The agreement leverages the strength of Nexon’s global platform and the power of the EA Sports FIFA franchise to deliver the highest quality service and game experiences to one of the largest and most loyal markets in the world.”