We knew this day would come, and the confusion that would ensue. Madden NFL 25 is the second game in the long-running American Football series to bear this title. The first Madden NFL 25 was released in 2013 to celebrate the series 25th anniversary. I will try not to confuse the two here. Anyways, Madden NFL 25 – the second iteration – is out today for those who purchased the Deluxe Edition on Xbox, PlayStation and PC.
New Madden, new features?
This time, Madden NFL 25 2 features Christian McCaffrey as the cover star, the first RB to feature on the cover since 2013. Yes, that was Madden NFL 25 1, and that featured either Barry Sanders or Adrian Peterson, depending on which console generation you were playing that game on. You know, just in case things weren’t confusing enough.
In terms of new features for Madden NFL 25 Part 2, the FieldSENSE technology introduced in Madden NFL 23 has had another improvement. On current gen consoles, BOOM Tech has added further improvements to ball carrying, the Hit Stick and the tackling animations. These improvements should hopefully make things feel less scripted and give the player more control.
Also on current generation hardware only is improvements to the overall immersion of game day itself. Brand-new commentary crews, changes to Franchise mode and even new 3D turf, these improvements aim to bring you closer to the action than ever before.
Speaking of Franchise mode, this has had yet another revamp as well. The NFL Draft has had the biggest changes, attempting the recreate the excitement that only a first-round pick can bring. You can now also meet Roger Goodell after choosing your picks, if that sort of thing interests you.
Finally, the new Team Builder website allows you to fully create your own NFL team. Design your own logos, kits and field and then upload it for use in Madden NFL 25 (the new version, not the old one) and Franchise Mode.
And of course, all your other favourite modes like Superstar, Ultimate Team and all the online modes make a welcome return.
Delicious Deluxe Deliveries
The Deluxe Edition of Madden NFL 25 also comes with:
- 3 Day Early Access
- Early Access Ultimate Team Challenges
- 4600 Madden Points
- Includes Xbox Series X|S & Xbox One versions of the game (Progress does not transfer between platforms)
- Christian McCaffrey Elite Player Item
- Choice of 2 Strategy Items
- Superstar Drip Gear (Xbox Series X|S only)
- Legendary XP Boost (Xbox Series X|S only)
For those eager to get on the gridiron, Madden NFL 25 is out now on the Xbox Store priced at £99.99.
The standard version follows a few days later and is priced at £69.99. Or, you can wait for our review and then decide which version is for you. Stay tuned, that will be coming very soon.
Game description
Experience how the new physics-informed dynamic tackling system unlocks realistic collisions & new gameplay animations on both sides of the ball. With a reengineered Hit Stick, perfect hit indicator, a new Ball Carrier Balance System, and physics-driven dives, trucks and stiff arms, timing has never been more important as each interaction reflects true-to-life motion and physical outcomes. (Xbox Series X|S only) FRANCHISE IMMERSION Recharged Franchise mode provides a rebuilt NFL Draft experience featuring Roger Goodell, team and rookie records, new environments, personalized storylines, more ways to customize your NFL team and season, a fresh Super Bowl celebration experience, and Franchise Central with simplified league creation tools and more information at your fingertips so you can drive your Franchise to victory. (Xbox Series X|S only) LIVE UPDATES IN ULTIMATE TEAM & SUPERSTAR New rewards, feature releases, themed programs, and the ability to customize your style and skills in Superstar bring refreshed experiences across Ultimate Team™ and live game modes. (Superstar mode and new content described here available on Xbox Series X|S only) PLAYBOOK EXPANSION Evolve your strategy with a brand new set of featured plays, from some of the game’s most inventive team playbooks. (Updated playbooks on Xbox Series X|S only) TEAM BUILDER Create your own NFL franchise using Team Builder, a web-based customization tool that allows you to design a team that perfectly matches your style. (Content usable in-game on Xbox Series X|S only) Team Builder content can be used in Franchise mode on Xbox Series X|S. Internet connection & EA account required. Applicable platform account may be required. Age restrictions may apply. This game includes optional in-game purchases of virtual currency that can be used to acquire virtual in-game items, including a random selection of virtual in-game items. ***BOOM Tech, FieldSENSE™, Superstar mode, and certain updated features described here only available on Xbox Series X|S.
