Overview

• EA Sports has scheduled NHL 26 for release on September 12, 2025, exclusively on PlayStation 5 and Xbox Series X|S.
• Standard and Deluxe editions carry price tags of $69.99 and $99.99 respectively, with the Deluxe Edition granting early access beginning September 5.
• Pre-orders unlock seven days of early access; they include NHL Points, Hockey Ultimate Team starter packs, World of Chel rewards.
• ICE-Q 2.0, powered by NHL EDGE data, introduces more authentic player animations and on-ice dynamics.
• Be a Pro receives its most significant update since NHL 21 with new storylines, challenges and cutscenes; Matthew Tkachuk tops the cover.