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EA Sports College Football 26 confirms launch with new MVP Bundle

EA Sports has announced the return of Madden NFL 26 and College Football 26 with an early access bundle.

Update: Apr 25th, 2025 01:51 CEST

Football is almost back! The 2025 NFL Draft in Green Bay, Wisconsin, marks the beginning of a new era for many college players who dream of making it to the big leagues. Seizing this pivotal moment for the sport, EA Sports has officially announced the return of two of its most significant franchises: Madden NFL 26 and EA Sports College Football 26. They are offering a special package to provide the full experience.

According to an announcement on its official website, EA Sports has confirmed that the College Football series will continue this year following its successful return in 2024 after an 11-year hiatus. This time, fans won’t have to wait long, as College Football 26 is set to release on July 10. Along with the announcement came a trailer narrating a player’s journey from high school to the NFL, culminating in the reveal of the EA Sports MVP Bundle.

What does the EA Sports MVP Bundle include?

Although the cover athletes, new mechanics, and release date for Madden NFL 26 have not yet been revealed, EA Sports has unveiled this special bundle, which will be available starting April 29. The bundle includes College Football 26 and Madden NFL 26, offering three days of early access to both games. Purchasers will also receive 4,600 Madden Points, elite items for Madden Ultimate Team and College Ultimate Team, and skill points for Dynasty and Road to Glory modes. All of this is available for $149.99 USD. EA College Football 26 will arrive for PlayStation 5 and Xbox Series X|S.

Last year, EA Sports successfully revived the College Football franchise, attracting nearly two million players during early access and overwhelming the servers on launch day. Will College Football 26 have the same impact?