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Madden NFL 26 Pre-Order Details

April 24, 2025

Hey Madden fans!

Welcome back to Gridiron Notes! Your home for all the important Madden information, straight from our developers. 

Today, we are going to share details about pre-ordering Madden NFL 26 and what comes with each edition. We will be back in June for a full reveal of Madden NFL 26! For now, let’s take a look at the pre-order offers! 

Madden NFL 26 and College Football 26 pre order bonuses "On the Clock" details for what items to receive if ordered by Apr 29th.

EA SPORTS™ Madden NFL 26 Release Dates

  • 3-day Early Access (Deluxe Edition): August 11, 2025
  • Worldwide Launch: August 14, 2025

Platform Availability

Madden NFL 26 will be available on the following platforms:

  • PlayStation®5 
  • Xbox Series X|S 
  • PC via EA app for Windows, Steam, & Epic Games Store
  • & For the first time ever Nintendo Switch 2!

EA SPORTS™ MVP Bundle (Madden NFL 26 Deluxe Edition & EA SPORTS™ College Football 26 Deluxe Edition) - Digital Only

The MVP Bundle is back! (Madden NFL 26 Deluxe Edition & College Football 26 Deluxe Edition ) - Digital Only - available on PlayStation® and Xbox platforms.

A detailed breakdown of exactly what early pre order benefits each game(Madden or College Football) entails you once you purchase the game.

Pre-order Incentives

Pre-order* the MVP Bundle today and receive: 

  • Madden NFL 26 Deluxe Edition (PS5® & Xbox Series X|S only)
    • 3 Day Early Access (Aug 11-14)
    • 4600 Madden Points
    • Early Access Ultimate Team™ Solo Challenges
    • Season 1 Elite Player Player Item (Pre-order before July 24th to receive this.)
    • Cover Athlete Elite MUT Player Item
    • Superstar Legendary XP Boost
    • MUT Exclusive Elite Player Item (Bundle Only - not included in standalone Deluxe Edition)
    • Player Card Exclusive Item
    • Franchise Coach Ability Points
    • MVP On the Clock Pack Madden NFL 25 Item available on PlayStation® 5 and Xbox Series X|S (Pre-order before April 29th to receive this.)**
  • College Football 26 Deluxe Edition (PS5® & Xbox Series X|S only)
    • 3 Day Early Access (July 7-10)
    • 4600 College Football Points
    • Early Access Ultimate Team™ Solo Challenges
    • CUT Top Prospect Pack 
    • CUT All Hands Pack 
    • Dynasty Coach Points
    • CUT Exclusive Elite Player Item (Bundle Only - not included in standalone Deluxe Edition)
    • Road to Glory Skill Points
    • MVP On the Clock Pack College Football 25 Item available on PlayStation® 5 and Xbox Series X|S (Pre-Order before April 29th to receive this.)**

EA SPORTS™ Madden NFL 26 Deluxe Edition Pre-Order

Madden NFL 26 deluxe edition specific pre order benefits listed out in an infographic.

Pre-order* the EA SPORTS™  Madden NFL 26 Deluxe Edition and receive the following:

Madden NFL 26 Deluxe Edition

  • 3 Day Early Access (Aug 11-14)
  • 4600 Madden Points
  • Early Access Ultimate Team™ Solo Challenges
  • Season 1 Elite Player Player Item (Pre Order before July 24th to receive this.) 
  • Cover Athlete Elite MUT Player Item
  • Superstar Legendary XP Boost
  • Player Card Exclusive Item
  • Franchise Coach Ability Points

EA SPORTS™ Madden NFL 26 Standard Edition Pre-Order

Pre order benefits for standard edition madden nfl 26 and its specifics.

Pre-order* EA SPORTS™ Madden NFL 26 and receive:

  • Cover Athlete Elite MUT Player Item
  • Superstar Legendary XP Boost
  • Franchise Coach Ability Points

A comparison table for Madden NFL 26 deluxe and standard edition highlighting the difference in early pre order benefits.

For full Pre-Order terms and conditions, please visit our Game Information page.

Community Questions

Q: If I played Madden NFL in previous years, will there be a loyalty offer?

A:  Players in Madden NFL 25, Madden NFL 24, or Madden NFL 23 can purchase the Madden NFL 26 Deluxe Loyalty Edition on PlayStation and Xbox platforms by selecting the pre-order option on the in-game menu to receive 10% off‡ their purchase, and a 99 OVR Player Pack, which grants a choice of 1 player item to use in Madden NFL 25 Ultimate Team on Xbox Series S/X , PlayStation® 5 and PC (Madden NFL 25 on applicable platforms, internet connection, and all game updates required), plus all other Deluxe Edition pre-order bonuses. EA account required. Please visit our Game Information page for full Pre-Order loyalty offer terms and conditions.

Q: Will the MVP bundle also have a loyalty offer?

A: Yes! You will be able to receive the same 10%‡ offer on the MVP Bundle & receive a 99 OVR Player Item for use in College Football 25 and Madden NFL 25 on Xbox Series S/X , PlayStation® 5**. You can do this by selecting the pre-order option on the in-game menu if you played Madden NFL 23, Madden NFL 24, Madden NFL 25, or College Football 25. 

Q: Can you tell me more about the On The Clock Pack for Madden NFL 26?

A: When you Pre-Order the MVP Bundle by April 29th, you will receive an “On The Clock” pack in Madden NFL 25 on Xbox Series S/X , PlayStation® 5 and PC that will contain a Token. You will then be able to redeem that token starting on April 25th targeting 1:30pm ET that will reward you with a 99 OVR Travis Hunter.

Q. What if I am on the EA app or Steam?

Players playing Madden NFL 25, Madden NFL 24, or Madden NFL 23 on EA App and Steam platforms can purchase the Madden NFL 25 Deluxe Loyalty Edition by selecting the pre-order option on the in-game menu to receive 10% off‡ as well as the Deluxe Edition pre-order bonuses. EA account required. Please visit our Game Information page for full Pre-Order loyalty offer terms and conditions.

Q: If I am an EA Play Member, will there be any unique content for Madden NFL 26?

A: If you are an EA Play Member, you will receive and be eligible for the following content and access:

EA Play Members

  • Early Access Trial starting August 11, 2025.
  • Get 10%† off your pre-order, Madden Ultimate Team Packs, and more.
  • Score a Launch Welcome Pack in Madden NFL 26 Ultimate Team.
  • Claim monthly Ultimate Team Pack and Vanity rewards tied to in-game seasonal programs.

†For conditions, limitations, and exclusions, see EA Play Terms for details.

EA Play Pro Members

  • Full access to the Madden NFL 26 EA Play Pro Edition beginning August 11, 2025.
  • 500 Madden Points with each monthly Madden NFL 26 log-in from August 2025 – January 2026*
  • Score a Launch Welcome Pack in Madden NFL 26 Ultimate Team.
  • Claim monthly Ultimate Team Pack and Vanity rewards tied to in-game seasonal programs.

For EA Play Pro Edition terms and conditions, please visit our Game Information page.

Q: How can I Pre-order Madden NFL 26?

A:  You will be able to pre-order the Standard, Deluxe Edition, or the MVP Bundle of Madden NFL digitally on your platform’s online store, or at any local or online retailers that sell Madden NFL 26. See our website for more information.

Q: How can I pre-order the MVP Bundle? 

A: You can view the pre-order information of the MVP Bundle on our website and then be directed to your preferred platform’s online store.

Madden NFL 26 launches worldwide on August 14, 2025. Pre-order the Madden NFL 26 Deluxe Edition and play early*. Conditions and restrictions apply. See disclaimers for details. Stay in the conversation by following us on Facebook, Twitter, Instagram, YouTube, and Answers HQ.

*Conditions & restrictions apply. See https://www.ea.com/games/madden-nfl/madden-nfl-26/game-disclaimers for details.

‡Requires Madden NFL 25 and EA Sports College Football 25 [each sold separately], all game updates, internet connection & EA account.