Madden NFL continues to be the crown jewel of American football video games, and despite its yearly controversies and gameplay debates, it remains a commercial juggernaut for EA Sports. Now, thanks to a reliable leaker, early information about Madden NFL 25 has surfaced—including the official release date, expected early access windows, and Madden 25 coins even Nintendo Switch 2 compatibility news.

For those eager to get their hands on the next gridiron installment—or hoping for meaningful improvements—this is everything you need to know about Madden 26 ahead of its official reveal.

Madden NFL 25 Leaked Release Date: August 14, 2025
Renowned leaker billbil-kun, known for accurately predicting game announcements and release dates across the industry, has revealed that Madden NFL 25 is scheduled to release on August 14, 2025. This aligns with EA’s historical pattern of releasing Madden titles in mid-August, perfectly timed for the NFL preseason hype cycle.

Key Dates for Madden 26:
Standard Edition Release: August 14, 2025

Deluxe Edition Early Access: August 11, 2025 (3-day early access)

EA Play 10-Hour Trial: Also begins on August 11, 2025

Just like in previous years, fans who pre-order the Deluxe Edition or subscribe to EA Play (which is included in Xbox Game Pass Ultimate) will get a head start on building their squads and diving into the game.

Official Reveal by April 25, 2025
According to the leak, EA will reveal Madden 26 no later than April 25, 2025. Historically, Madden games are often teased in late April or early May with a cinematic trailer, cover athlete announcement, and a roadmap for feature deep-dives in the months leading up to launch.

The reveal will likely include:

First gameplay footage

Franchise mode upgrades

Madden Ultimate Team (MUT) previews

New Superstar Mode or Face of the Franchise details

Cover athlete announcement (Could Patrick Mahomes or C.J. Stroud return?)

With fan pressure mounting for franchise innovations and improved gameplay physics, the reveal will be under heavy scrutiny—especially after the lukewarm reception to Madden NFL 25 in 2024.

Will Madden 26 Be on Nintendo Switch 2? Here's What We Know
Alongside the release date leak, speculation around Madden NFL 25 launching on the upcoming Nintendo Switch 2 has also gained traction.

While EA has largely ignored the cheap Mut 25 coins  original Nintendo Switch for Madden releases—citing hardware limitations—things could change with the next-gen successor. Insiders suggest that EA is "in talks" to bring core sports franchises, including FIFA/FC and Madden, to the Switch 2 due to its enhanced CPU, GPU, and memory specs.