The next iteration of EA Sport’s much loved Madden NFL franchise is set for a 2025 release date.
Madden NFL 26 will welcome players back to the fray with pre-order bonuses and multiple new editions to choose from.
The game will see all the usual gamemodes and features returning, including franchise mode which allows players to manage their own football dynasty, and ultimate team, allowing players to pick their favourite players and create their own dream team.
New Gameplay Features and Fan Rumours
Madden NFL 26 will welcome back the impressive player control mechanics and a wide range of coaching options, while also fine-tuning the in-game physics and movement graphics.
For example, the game will now factor in the weight, speed, and acceleration of the ball carrier based on their physical characteristics, meaning you must account for more than just your inputs.
According to Screen Rant, the developers are also looking to implement the following details, adding further depth to the game: “next-level coaching”, “QB authenticity”, and “explosive gameplay”.
Explosive gameplay suggests EA may be turning around from the fine-tuned physicality of Madden 25, and shifting towards some sort of momentum mechanic to give the game even more intensity in the contact area.
The concept of QB authenticity is also bound to excite avid football fans, potentially hinting at new gameplay features or abilities for quarterbacks with more freedom of movement, improved passing options and mechanics and chances to make scrambling moves.
While little is known of what these may actually entail, it sounds like Madden NFL 26 will be revolutionising the way you coach your team and set out plays on the pitch.
Madden NFL 26: Release Date, Special Editions and Consoles
In line with EA Sport’s usual sport titles, fans can expect various special editions with varying levels of in-game rewards available to them.
There are currently three options available to pre-order: Standard, Deluxe and the MVP Bundle.
Pre-ordering the standard edition will cost $69.99 and give eager players a superstar legendary XP boost, a cover athelete elite MUT player item, and some franchise coach ability points.
The deluxe edition will set players back $99.99 and offer various incentives including 4,600 Madden points (in-game currency), three days of early access, and all the bonuses offered in the standard decision.
The MVP bundle brings the Madden deluxe edition as well as the deluxe edition of EA’s upcoming College Football 26, alongside all the pre-order bonuses of the two games.
The game is set for an August 14 release, with early access opening on August 11.
Madden NFL 26 will be available on PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X/S, PC, and Nintendo Switch 2, however the MVP bundle is only available on Xbox and PlayStation.
