Key features:
Football game officially licensed by the NFL,
Incredibly realistic visuals,
Authentic gameplay,
Many different game modes,
Single-player and online game modes.
Dominate the league how you want
Madden NFL 26 is the next installment in a series that needs no introduction. Join the big league and enjoy fully licensed teams and carefully recreated players. As usual, Madden NFL offers a wide selection of game modes. As a result, you can have a great time as a brilliant coach with a plan for any scenario, a manager building a Super Bowl-winning dynasty, or a footballer on the road to the Hall of Fame. Moreover, the fan-favorite MUT (Madden Ultimate Team) returns to task you with a mission to create a team consisting of your favorite players from the past and present.
The real game
Whether you choose to step onto the field as a player or strategize from the sidelines, Madden NFL 26 delivers an unparalleled, lifelike experience. With extensive gameplay options that put you in complete control and stunning visuals that rival a live TV broadcast, this game is designed to immerse you in every moment of the action.
Who’s on the cover?
The reveal of the Madden NFL cover athlete is always met with excitement and speculation, and this year was no different. On June 3, EA Sports ended the suspense by announcing Saquon Barkley of the Philadelphia Eagles as the cover star for Madden NFL 26. The Pro Bowl running back appeared on both the standard and deluxe editions of Madden NFL 26.
Platforms and release
Madden NFL 26, developed by EA Orlando and published by EA Sports, was released on August 14, 2025. The game is available on PlayStation 5, Xbox Series S|X, PC, and Nintendo Switch 2, marking a historic return to Nintendo consoles.