Hey Madden fans!

Welcome back to Gridiron Notes! This season, our developers will be sharing all the information about your favorite modes and new features in Madden NFL 24. This will include Deep Dives into what’s coming in Gameplay, Franchise, Ultimate Team AND the return of Superstar Mode! 

Today we are excited to showcase what is coming in Madden NFL 24,. Including high level details around new features and modes, pre-Order information, and the official reveal trailer for Madden NFL 24. 

While we have so much to talk about with Madden NFL 24, let’s start with the official Madden NFL 24 reveal trailer first: 

GAMEPLAY

FieldSENSE™:  INCREASED CONTROL AND REALISM (only on PS5™, Xbox Series X|S, & PC)

The newest iteration of FieldSENSE™ provides an enhanced gameplay foundation giving you greater control and delivering realism to all the ways you play. Here are some of the gameplay features you can experience on the PS5™, Xbox Series X|S, and PC versions:

• Hit Everything 2.0 - Hit Everything expands with new contested catch tackle types that provide more control and tackle variety on defense. Tackle animations are selected more dynamically, which unlocks new and more fluid tackle interactions like Wrap and Scoop tackles.
• Skill-Based Passing 2.0 - Dive for a winning one-hander with improved catching AI, thread the needle with surgical accuracy using new throw animations, and anticipate more authentic defensive reactions with enhanced DB behavior introduced in Skill-Based Passing 2.0. 

FOUNDATIONAL FOOTBALL

• AI Enhancements - Smarter AI enables smoother and more realistic player action and reaction to the plays you call, providing more confidence your AI teammates will execute your gameplan the way you intend.
  • QB awareness and behavior
  • Ball carrier AI and pathfinding
  • Blocking AI and open field targeting
  • DB awareness & Pass Coverage
  • Post Play Emotion enhancements 

Dev Note: Our team is excited to show you even more upgrades to Foundational Football in the Gameplay Deep Dive and we can’t wait to get feedback from participants in our Closed Beta starting on June 8th.

SAPIEN TECHNOLOGY

A leap forward in character technology introduces new anatomically accurate NFL player skeletons on PlayStation®5, Xbox Series X|S, and PC versions that are more responsive and represent true-to-life player motion.

CROSSPLAY

(only on PS5™, Xbox Series X|S, & PC)  

PLAY WITH FRIENDS
Connect with players across PlayStation®5,  Xbox Series X|S, and PC, then show them what electrifying talent looks like in competitive modes like Online H2H, and more. Check out our crossplay guide for more info.

THE RETURN OF SUPERSTAR

SUPERSTAR: THE LEAGUE

(only on PS5™, Xbox Series X|S, & PC)

YOUR STARDOM. YOUR STORY.

• Achieve greatness in your NFL career with game-changing control thanks to FieldSENSE. Customize your avatar and build your legacy, progressing from the combine to draft pick to 99 OVR.  Navigate all-new mini games and live player grading across a variety of positions.

SUPERSTAR: SHOWDOWN

(only on PS5™, Xbox Series X|S, & PC)

SHOW ‘EM HOW IT’S DONE

• Show off and show out in this all-new atmosphere. Progress your avatar and play with and against friends in 3v3 matchups. Call your plays on the fly like a dominant superstar, get real-time player grading, and do it in style sporting the hottest gear in the game.

Superstar League and Superstar Showdown not available on PlayStation®4 and Xbox One versions. Face of the Franchise and The Yard are only available on PlayStation®4 and Xbox One versions.

FRANCHISE

LEAD YOUR LEGACY
Set the stage to be a Super Bowl powerhouse. We’ve got some exciting updates to Franchise mode that are only available on PS5™, Xbox Series X|S, and PC versions, such as:

• Upgrade your team with fan favorite mini-games returning to Madden NFL 24. Test your skills with dozens of new mini-games including moving obstacles and destructible targets in Franchise training camp or weekly strategy.
• Utilize a streamlined team relocation feature with new cities, logos  and uniforms to create your own Franchise story.
• Build your future using Free Agency 2.0 by restructuring contracts and making counter offers to cornerstone playmakers. 
• Acquire and retain superstars using 50 new unique draft generators, new trade logic tuning, six trade slots and new talent trees for coaches.
• Use new commissioner tools to customize your experience in online and offline connected leagues.
  

Dev Note: Mini-Games are also playable from the main menu and are a great way to have fun on the couch while learning how to master Madden NFL 24. With dozens of new mini-games available at launch, fans will have a variety of high scores to set across offense, defense and special teams.

MADDEN ULTIMATE TEAM

NEXT LEVEL TEAM BUILDING
Develop and progress your dream fantasy roster of current NFL stars and Hall of Fame legends faster with new seasons of content throughout the year. Always have something to play for with Field Pass challenges that unlock rewards in Madden Ultimate Team™ and help you build the strongest team possible.

PRE-ORDER INFORMATION

Don’t miss our limited time offer for players who pre-order by July 22nd, 2023. Get all the details you need from our Madden NFL 24 Pre-Order Information Gridiron Notes and be ready to call your number in Madden NFL 24. 

GRIDIRON NOTES

Thank you for checking out the new ways to play in Madden NFL 24, along with exciting new gameplay features launching on August 18th. We will be back all summer long with deep dive information on your favorite modes and more, so make sure to follow us on our social media channels below.

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