Madden 26
- Aug 14, 2025, Worldwide
Sports games don’t get much bigger than Madden, as it is one of the most famous video games in the world.
The Madden NFL series started in 1998, and it is named after the iconic NFL coach James Madden.
Since then, a game has been released annually, allowing gamers to replicate an NFL season on various platforms, as they can manage teams, trade players, make calls, and, of course, play NFL games.
If you love the series, you will be happy to know Madden 26 will arrive in August 2025, offering brand-new features and gameplay.
Here is everything you need to know about Madden 26, including its release date, editions, compatible platforms, and potential features.
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What is the Madden 26 Release Date?
Football fans will be excited to learn Madden 26 is scheduled for release on August 14, 2025.
Play the game three days earlier on August 11 by pre-ordering the Deluxe Edition or the MVP bundle.
How Many Editions Are There?
Gamers will have three Madden 26 editions to choose from, and each provides specific bonuses for players to enjoy.
You can take your pick from:
- Standard Edition (bonuses include a cover athlete elite MUT player item, franchise coach ability points, and a superstar legendary XP boost)
- Deluxe Edition (You’ll receive the above standard edition bonuses, as well as 4,600 Madden points, three-day early access, a season 1 elite player item, a player card exclusive item, early access to ultimate team solo challenges, and more.)
- MVP Bundle (All the deluxe bonuses, Madden NFL 26 and College Football 26 deluxe editions, advanced access solo challenges, an exclusive MUT elite player item, and more.)
What Platforms Are Compatible with Madden 26?
Madden 26 will be compatible with various platforms, such as PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X/S, and PC via the EA App, Epic Games Store, or Steam.
Also, Madden 26 will have a simultaneous release with the Nintendo Switch 2. It will mark the game’s first release on a Nintendo console since Madden NFL 13 arrived on the Wii U 10 years ago.
Can Madden 26 be Played on the PS4?
Unfortunately, Madden 26 won’t be compatible with the PlayStation 4, as EA is no longer creating games for last-generation consoles.
What Can I Expect from the Game?
EA hasn’t officially released any information about Madden 26’s features or gameplay. As always, you can expect a wide variety of coaching options combined with greater controls for specific athletes. Plus, you can likely integrate it into a detailed franchise mode to build your own football team.
Madden 26’s official website has provided a handful of hints about what to expect from the game, causing many to believe the game will have a greater focus on more explosive gameplay, greater quarterback authenticity, and elevated coaching.
Screen Rant recently predicted the game may “readjust the way you coach your team during a game, adding more mechanics or options into playcalling.” However, the above is merely speculation, and fans won’t know for sure until Madden 26 is released this August.
Who Will be the Madden 26 Cover Athlete?
Many talented NFL stars could be chosen as the Madden 26 cover athlete, helping a player earn a place in the game’s history.
BEO betting odds are showing that Saquon Barkley is most likely to be this year’s cover athlete, as the Philadelphia Eagles running back is seemingly at the peak of his career, as he’s the current Offensive Player of the Year.
If he is selected, Barkley will become the first Philadelphia Eagles player to don the cover since 2005.
However, other NFL players are in the running for the cover, such as Philadelphia Eagles’ Jalen Hurts, Buffalo Bills’ Josh Allen, Minnesota Vikings’ Justin Jefferson, or Cincinnati Bengals’ Joe Burrow, to name a few contenders.
