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ELECTRONIC ARTS (EA) has officially unveiled Madden NFL 26, the next evolution of the legendary football franchise, set to launch on August 14, 2025. This marks a major milestone: Madden NFL 26 is the first title in the series to be fully built for the current generation of consoles, leaving behind the PlayStation 4 and Xbox One entirely.
The game will be available on:
Pre-order the Deluxe Edition by July 24, 2025 to unlock a three-day early access window starting August 11, along with exclusive in-game rewards:
For die-hard fans, EA offers the MVP Bundle, which includes:
This bundle is perfect for fans of both pro and college football, with exclusive content across both titles.
In a related announcement, EA College Football 26 will launch on July 10, 2025, exclusively on PlayStation 5 and Xbox Series X|S — continuing the return of the beloved college football series after a long hiatus.
With Madden NFL 26, EA Sports confirms it’s fully committed to the PS5 and Xbox Series X|S era, offering enhanced graphics, deeper gameplay mechanics, and next-gen features. The removal of PlayStation 4 and Xbox One support signals a definitive shift to modern hardware, ensuring the franchise stays at the forefront of sports gaming innovation.
"Madden NFL 26 isn’t just a new season — it’s a new era of football gaming."
— EA Sports
Stay tuned for more updates, athlete reveals, and gameplay previews as Madden NFL 26 approaches its August 14, 2025 launch.
🏈 The future of football is here.
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