Overview
- Madden NFL 26 is scheduled to launch on August 14, 2025, across PC, PS5, Xbox Series X|S and Nintendo Switch 2, with three-day early access for deluxe and MVP edition pre-orders starting August 11.
- Coach DNA uses AI-driven insights from a decade of NFL data to mirror real-life coaching tendencies in playcalling for both CPU opponents and player teams.
- On-field physics have been revamped to deliver faster, more explosive gameplay supported by over 500 new quarterback animations and 50 additional player traits.
- Game modes gain depth through nearly 1,000 new playbook entries, Dynamic Substitutions for seamless roster changes and a Wear & Tear system that impacts player performance.
- Available in standard, deluxe and MVP editions, pre-orders grant bonuses such as Madden Points, exclusive items and the option to bundle College Football 26 with the MVP pack.