Madden NFL 25 release date, countdown, and launch time

Amy Chen

Amy Chen

Read on for the release date and time, cost of the game, and more.

EA SPORTS' Madden NFL 25 is now available for folks on the PlayStation5, XBox Series X|S, and PC. Read on for everything to know about Madden NFL 25, including the release date details, cost, what to expect, and more.

Madden NFL 25 screenshot (Image via Electronic Arts)
Madden NFL 25 screenshot (Image via Electronic Arts)

Madden NFL 25 release date

The game kicked off on Aug. 15 or Aug. 16 depending on your time zone. However, folks who had either Madden NFL 25 Deluxe Edition or the MVP Bundle alongside College Football 25 got access to the game on Aug. 13.

Madden NFL 25 screenshot (Image via Electronic Arts)
Madden NFL 25 screenshot (Image via Electronic Arts)

Can I play Madden 25 now?

Yes. Madden NFL 25 released on Aug. 15 at 9 p.m. PT. Below are more release times and dates. Simply look for your time zone or use a free time zone converter to figure out the game's exact launch time for your specific location.

Time Zone
Date
Time
Pacific Time (PT)Aug. 159 p.m.
Mountain Time (MT)Aug. 1510 p.m.
Central Time (CT)Aug. 1511 p.m.
Eastern Time (ET)Aug. 1612 a.m.
Brazil Time (BRT)Aug. 161 a.m.
Greenwich Mean Time (GMT)Aug. 164 a.m.
Central European Time (CET)Aug. 166 a.m.
Japan Standard Time (JST)Aug. 161 p.m.
Australian Eastern Time (AET)Aug. 162 p.m.

How much does Madden NFL 25 cost?

In terms of the game's cost, the Standard Edition requires $69.99 USD. Meanwhile, the Deluxe Edition is $99.99 USD. Finally, the MVP Bundle costs $149.99 USD.

Edition
Cost
Standard Edition$69.99 USD
Deluxe Edition$99.99 USD
MVP Bundle$149.99 USD

What to expect in Madden NFL 25

According to EA SPORTS, Madden NFL 25 features over 900 new plays, two additional commentary teams, Franchise mode, Superstar mode, online H2H, and more. Below is a table with more details.

Feature
Details
Foundational Football900+ new plays, NFL hybrid kickoff, new pre/post-snap animations, and updated skill mechanics for ball carriers, receivers, and defenders.
PresentationNew commentary teams (Mike Tirico and Greg Olsen plus Kate Scott and Brock Huard), fresh pre-game montages, camera angles, Super Bowl celebrations, and immersive audio.
Franchise ModeRebuilt NFL Draft night with Roger Goodell, redesigned Franchise Central, dynamic storylines, and strategic insights.
Superstar ModeNew avatar customizations, The League, Showdown, year-round live events, and seasonal experiences.
Ultimate TeamRosters with more customization, new challenge types, Solo Seasons, fresh playbook content, plus year-round rewards and events, including a 6v6 arcade-like experience.
Online H2HRedesigned leaderboards, competitive seasons, and new ranked structure in head-to-head divisions.

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