When does Madden 25 come out? Release date, trailer, new features & more to know for 2024 game

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The 2024 NFL schedule release has football fans itching for more.

EA Sports is here to feed your fix, providing the NFL's audience with a surprise update on the highly anticipated release of Madden 25.

Even though Madden 25 won't be released until the middle of August, a new snippet of information was revealed along with a major announcement for the return of College Football 25.

The two games will coincide with each other, just as they did back in the day before the NCAA had to do away with college video games.

How does Madden 25 tie into the release of College Football 25? The Sporting News has you covered with everything you need to know below.

MORE: Who is on the cover of EA Sports College Football 25?

Madden 25 release date

  • Date: August 16

Madden 25 will release on Friday, Aug. 16, around the same time the game is normally dropped. Those who purchase the "MVP Bundle" — which allows three-day early access to the game —will be able to play the game as early as Aug.13.

Madden 25 trailer

Madden released its trailer on Thursday, June 20, hinting at a number of new and refined features, including its new gameplay system and game engine, as well as a revamped franchise mode.

Madden 25 price and College Football 25 'MVP Bundle'

  • MVP Bundle (Madden 25 & College Football 25 deluxe editions): $149.99
  • Madden 25 deluxe edition price: $99.99 (not yet confirmed for Madden 25)
  • Madden 25 standard edition price: $69.99

For several years, Madden has released two editions of its product — a standard and deluxe edition.

The standard edition is the cheapest of the two, giving the consumer the game in its simplest form. The deluxe edition is an extra $30 but gives players early access to the game, as well as some virtual currency and collectibles for those who play the Madden Ultimate Team or Madden Superstar game modes.

With the return of College Football 25, EA Sports is offering an "MVP Bundle" that gives football video gamers the deluxe edition of both games for the price of one at $149.99.

The "MVP Bundle" comes with three-day early access for both games, along with a checklist of create-a-player items and Ultimate Team advantages.

MORE: Explaining edition prices for EA Sports College Football 25

Madden 25 player ratings

Madden 25 player ratings will not be revealed until the summer. EA Sports typically does a big rollout for the latest ratings, taking place in mid-July for the last few years.

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Madden 25 new features

This year's iteration of the game comes equipped with Boom Tech, a new gameplay system that EA Sports claims gives players more control over their avatar's actions while also mimicking real-life players' tendencies.

EA Sports also heralded the game's revamped franchise mode and a new broadcast team which features Mike Tirico, Greg Olsen, Kate Scott and Brock Huard.

Additional features should be delved upon in the coming few weeks.

What consoles is Madden 25 on?

Gamers who have yet to update their system are in luck, because EA hasn't pulled Madden from older consoles yet.

Barring a surprise, these consoles are expected to support Madden 25:

  • Xbox Series X | S
  • Xbox One
  • Xbox One X | S
  • PlayStation 5
  • PlayStation 4 
  • PlayStation 4 Pro | Slim
  • Windows

Madden 25 cover

The cover athlete for Madden 25 has not been revealed.

Last year, EA Sports announced Bills star quarterback Josh Allen as the cover athlete on June 7. Expect an announcement around the same time for Madden 25.

MORE: Full list of Madden covers by year

How to play Madden 25 early

EA Sports has announced that anyone who purchases the "MVP Bundle" will get three-day early access to both Madden 25 (Aug. 13-15) and College Football 25 (July 16-18).

Full details have not been announced, but Madden also typically allows early access for gamers who pre-order the deluxe edition of the standalone game.

Last year, anyone who purchased the deluxe edition was able to play three days before the release date.

In addition, fans who subscribe to EA Play traditionally receive 10 hours of early access with their progress carrying over after the full game is released. EA Play currently costs $4.99 per month or $29.99 for a year.

Check back for more information on how to play Madden 25 early when the release date and trailer are announced.

Kyle Irving

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You read that wrong – not Kyrie Irving. From Boston, graduated from the University of New Hampshire. Sixth season as a content producer for NBA.com's Global editions. Covering the NBA Draft has become his annual "dream come true" moment on the job. Irving has a soft spot for pass-first point guards, with Rajon Rondo and Steve Nash being two of his favorite players of all time.