Sorare has officially launched its Winter 2025 event, introducing the Quick Play mode for football for the first time. The event, which began on December 1 and runs through January 1, 2026, allows players to compete for a shared $20,000 prize pool using new Winter Edition cards. The mode is designed for fast-paced gameplay and streak-based challenges, marking a new approach compared to Sorare’s standard leagues.
Sorare Holiday Event Offers $20k Prizes
Sorare is a fantasy sports platform that combines digital collectibles with real-world player performance. Users collect officially licensed digital player cards, which are also NFTs, meaning each card is unique and tradeable. Players create lineups from these cards, and points are awarded based on the actual performance of the footballers or basketball players in real matches. Success in competitions can yield rewards in cash, ETH, or other digital assets.
To participate in Winter Quick Play, users need Winter Edition cards, which feature a frozen visual design and are available for all European leagues in Sorare 26. Some cards include animated ICE BREAKER versions that show players in action with frost effects. These cards are available for purchase on the Sorare Marketplace until January 1, 2026, at 11:59 PM CET and are also used in crafting and the daily Frozen Wheel feature.
Winter Quick Play and Market Credits
Winter Quick Play operates through two streak windows: December 2–15 and December 16–January 1. Players select between one and three Winter Edition cards and aim to reach a target score for each level. The target is set 10 points above the player’s last 15-match (L15) average, with a minimum threshold of 45 points for players with an L15 of 35 or lower. Completing a level successfully moves the player to the next stage, while missing the target resets the streak to Level 1.
Rewards increase progressively with each level, starting at $2 in Market Credits at Level 1 and reaching $200 in cash by Level 4. Players who complete Level 5 qualify for a share of the $20,000 grand prize, which is divided among all eligible participants. If no one completes the streak in the first window, the prize pool rises to $30,000 for the second window. Final scores are locked five minutes after real-life matches end.
Cash, XP, and Essence
Participants must be at least 18 years old and hold a Sorare account, along with at least one Winter Edition card that is free to use. Cards cannot be in lineups, missions, listed for sale, or sealed while in play. All scarcity types, including Limited, Rare, Super Rare, and Unique, are eligible. Once a card is used in a level, it is locked until the level is completed or failed, and it cannot be used elsewhere. The mode allows players to start levels at any time, offering flexibility to progress at their own pace.
Players holding Rare, Super Rare, or Unique Winter Edition cards can participate in the Rare Winter Colosseum during specific December Game Weeks. This event requires three Winter cards and two Classic cards for entry, with prizes including cash, XP, and Essence. Unlike Quick Play, entries must be submitted before the standard Sorare deadline.
The Frozen Wheel and Golden Spin
The Frozen Wheel, available until December 25, provides a daily free spin for rewards such as Market Credits, XP, crafting clues, or player jerseys. Every tenth spin grants a Golden Spin with enhanced rewards. Additionally, the Snowglobe Shuffle allows players to reshuffle crafting options to receive Winter Edition cards, though this feature is temporarily unavailable on iOS.
The full Winter Quick Play event spans from December 1, 2025, to January 1, 2026, with two streak windows of approximately two weeks each. Players can participate multiple times within each window, and all gameplay, scoring, and progress are tracked through the Sorare website.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
What is Winter Quick Play in Sorare?
Winter Quick Play is a streak-based football mode where players use Winter Edition cards to reach target scores and advance through levels to earn rewards.
How do I get Winter Edition cards?
Winter Edition cards can be purchased on the Sorare Marketplace until January 1, 2026, and are also available through crafting and event rewards.
What are the prize rewards for Winter Quick Play?
Players earn Market Credits and cash for each level, with Level 5 qualifying them for a share of the $20,000 grand prize.
Do card scarcity or level upgrades affect Quick Play scoring?
No. All card types—Limited, Rare, Super Rare, and Unique—perform the same, and scoring bonuses like card levels or collection boosts do not apply in Quick Play.
Can I play Winter Quick Play on mobile?
Yes. Quick Play is available on both web and mobile, though some crafting features like the Snowglobe Shuffle are temporarily paused on iOS.
When does the Winter Quick Play event end?
The event concludes on January 1, 2026, with two separate streak windows running through December and early January.
