- Madden 26 officially releases on August 14, 2025, with early access starting August 11 for Deluxe and MVP Edition pre-orders.
- The game offers Standard ($69.99), Deluxe ($99.99), and MVP Bundle ($149.99) editions, each with varying bonus content.
- Gameplay improvements include new quarterback traits, throwing styles, enhanced weather effects, and updated physics.
The official release of College Football 26 has dropped, so fans can now play the second edition of EA Sports’ returning franchise.
That game also serves as a reminder that the NFL version is not far behind. Madden 26 is scheduled to be released on Aug 14. Similar to College Football 26, Madden 26 can be played three days early if the game is pre-ordered.
With multiple updated features and an updated roster, EA looks to bring college football and NFL fans together through video games.
When is Madden 26 releasing?
Official release date: Aug. 14, 2025
Pre-order release date (deluxe and MVP editions): Aug. 11, 2025
How much is Madden 26?
The Standard Edition of Madden 26 will cost $69.99. The Deluxe Edition costs $99.99, and the MVP Bundle, which includes the Deluxe Edition of both College Football 26 and Madden NFL 26, is $149.99.
What is the difference between the video game editions?
When you pre order the deluxe edition or MVP Bundle of Madden 26, you receive more in-game bonus features than those who purchase the standard edition. You also can access the game three days early than all players who did not buy the game or did not pre-order the deluxe or MVP edition. Here is a look at the different benefits of each edition:
Standard Edition: Base game. No special bonus features
Deluxe Edition: Three days early access (Aug. 11-14), 4600 Madden points, early access solo challenges (Aug. 11-14), cover athlete elite player item, superstar legendary XP boost, franchise coach ability points and player card exclusive item. You also can receive a Season 1 elite player item if you pre-order by July 24.
MVP Bundle: Receive all the deluxe edition bonuses and a copy of the deluxe edition of College Football 26.
What has been released so far?
Deep Dive gameplay trailers were released for fans to know what is new within the newest version of the video game franchise. New quarterback traits and throwing styles, weather conditions and physics are just a few gameplay features EA wanted to highlight.
EA release a franchise deep dive on July 2 and stated it was the “biggest update in years.” Their major bullet points seemed to be the “head-to-toe coach customization,” “halftime shows, weekly recaps” and “custom weekly strategies and playsheets.”
EA also provided updates to the game’s presentation by adding “new NFL mascots,” “over 40 NFL stadium songs” and “authentic stadium art.”
