MLS players will join the game as fully playable characters, each featuring original FreeStyle Moves
Seoul, South Korea — Sept. 14, 2026 — JOYCITY Corp, the MLS Players Association (MLSPA) and OneTeam Partners (OneTeam), today announced an official licensing partnership that will bring MLS players to FreeStyle Football 2.
Through the agreement, JOYCITY has been granted rights to feature the names, numbers, images and likenesses of MLSPA players in FreeStyle Football 2. Select players will be introduced as fully playable characters created specifically for the game.
Rather than appearing solely as part of a traditional team roster, participating players will be reimagined in the distinctive style of FreeStyle Football 2. Each playable character will feature original FreeStyle Moves, inspired by the game’s fast-paced action and expressive approach to football.
“FreeStyle Football 2 is built around personality, creativity and the freedom for every character to make an impact,” said Jay Park, Head of Publishing at JOYCITY. “Working with the MLSPA and OneTeam gives us an exciting opportunity to introduce professional players in a way that feels authentic to our game. We look forward to transforming MLS players into original, fully playable FreeStyle Football 2 characters.”
“The MLSPA is always seeking to create new opportunities to showcase players’ personalities both on the pitch and off,” said Dan Jones, Chief Operating Officer, MLSPA “This partnership with JOYCITY provides a new platform to connect with soccer fans around the world in an imaginative, engaging new way,”
OneTeam facilitated the partnership on behalf of the MLSPA as its group player licensing representative. OneTeam specializes in connecting game developers and other partners with the collective name, image and likeness rights of professional athletes.
“Gaming creates powerful new ways for athletes to build their brands and connect with fans,” said Ashwin Desai, SVP, Games, Experiences, New Franchises at OneTeam. “JOYCITY is going beyond simply adding players to a roster, reimagining MLS players with their own moves and style in a way that makes this an exciting use of player IP.”
Additional details about the participating MLS players, along with character artwork, gameplay details and their original FreeStyle Moves, will be announced at a later date.
For the latest information about FreeStyle Football 2, visit the game’s official website and follow its official social-media channels.
About FreeStyle Football 2
FreeStyle Football 2 is a team-based action football game from JOYCITY and WOORE that combines competitive football with colorful characters and individualized abilities. Players take direct control of a character and work together to create plays, score goals and express their personal style on the pitch. The game is planned for PlayStation 5, Xbox and Steam.
About the MLS Players Association
The Major League Soccer Players Association (MLSPA) is the labor union and exclusive bargaining representative for all Major League Soccer (MLS) players, ensuring the protection of their bargained-for rights. Established in 2003, the MLSPA serves to promote players’ collective best interests, amplify their voices, and represent them in their group commercial and licensing activities. The MLSPA is a democratic organization, run by and for players. To learn more please visit www.mlsplayers.org.
About OneTeam Partners
OneTeam is a global leader in sports licensing, marketing, sponsorship, and media, specializing in commercializing group licensing rights for professional athletes. Established in 2019, OneTeam is a joint venture between the NFLPA, MLBPA, WNBPA, MLSPA, USWNTPA, and NWSLPA, with backing from HPS, General Atlantic, and Morgan Stanley Tactical. OneTeam represents the exclusive group rights for thousands of professional and collegiate athletes worldwide.
About JOYCITY Corp.
JOYCITY is a premier developer and publisher of online games, renowned for delivering outstanding gaming experiences across console, PC, and mobile platforms. The company has built a strong reputation in sports gaming with the global success of 3on3 FreeStyle, while also achieving acclaim with popular titles such as Gunship Battle: Total Warfare and Pirates of the Caribbean: Tides of War. For more information, visit https://corp.joycity.com/en/game.
About WOORE
WOORE is a game development studio founded by CEO Myungsu Kim and CTO Insoo Song, the original creators of FreeStyle Basketball and FreeStyle Football. Established in 2021, WOORE is led by a team of experts with vast console and online gaming experience, with the studio’s debut effort inspired by a deep passion for football.
