Madden NFL 26 was released on August 14, 2025. For those who preordered the Deluxe Edition, early access began on August 7, 2025, allowing players to start playing a full week before the worldwide release. The game was made available on multiple platforms including Nintendo Switch 2, PlayStation 5, Windows, and Xbox Series X/S. The early access and worldwide launch times are staggered by time zones but the official general release date remains August 14, 2025.
