Madden 24 Release Date & Features: 10 Things to Know

The Madden 24 release date is finally here and the game is available to play right now. Here’s everything you need to know about EA’s latest entry in the long-running series.

With Madden 24 now live for the PS5, Xbox Series X, and other platforms, we can now outline the important things potential Madden 24 buyers should know about the game.

In this guide we’ll walk you through what you need to know about Madden 24’s features, cover athlete, release date, editions, pricing and more.

Madden 24 Release Date

The Madden 24 release date is confirmed for August 18th. This is the release date for all platforms.

There is also an early Madden 24 release date. If you buy the Deluxe version of the game, you can start playing right now. Same goes for those with an EA Play subscription.

EA Play is $4.99 a month or $29.99 for a year and you save 10% on games and in-game purchases. EA also offers Play Pro which is $14.99 per month or $99.99 for the entire year.

For more about how to play Madden 24 early, check out our guide.

Madden 24 Cover

Madden 22 used two cover athletes: Kansas City Chiefs quarterback Patrick Mahomes and former quarterback Tom Brady. It did something different with Madden 23 and put legendary Hall of Famer John Madden on all of the game’s covers. This year, the cover features just one athlete.

Buffalo Bills star QB Josh Allen appears on the standard and Deluxe versions of Madden 24. Allen is the first Bills player to appear on the cover of the game.

Madden 24 Editions

As of right now, there are three versions of Madden 24: a standard edition, a Deluxe edition and an EA Play Pro edition that’s only available via an EA Play Pro subscription and the EA app.

The standard edition is a no-frills version of the game while the Deluxe edition comes with some extras aimed at players who plan to spend a ton of time playing the game. Note that both games provide Dual Entitlement (PS4/PS5, Xbox One/Xbox Series X/S).

Here’s what you get if you buy the Madden 24 Deluxe edition:

• 4600 Madden Points
• 3 Day Early Access

Those who pre-ordered the Madden 24 Deluxe edition or EA Play Pro edition by July 22nd will also receive a player item from the AKA Ultimate Team Program.

As for the EA Play Pro edition, you get everything from the Deluxe edition minus the 4600 Madden points. However, you will get 500 Madden points with each monthly login from August 2023 to July 2024.

For more about the Madden 24 editions, check out our guide.

Madden 24 Pre-Orders

As expected, EA’s provided some enticing pre-order bonuses. These apply to all versions of the game. Here are Madden 24’s pre-order bonuses:

Madden 24 Consoles

Unlike some recent games, Madden 24 doesn’t drop support for older consoles.

EA has a long history of supporting older consoles so it might take a few more years for Madden to skip the PlayStation 4 and Xbox One. Madden 24 supports the following platforms:

• Xbox Series X
• Xbox Series S
• Xbox One
• Xbox One X
• Xbox One S
• PlayStation 5
• PlayStation 4 Pro
• PlayStation 4
• PlayStation 4 Slim
• Microsoft Windows

The Madden series still hasn’t come to Nintendo Switch and we haven’t heard any news about a release for the portable console in 2023. Barring a huge surprise, don’t expect Madden 24 to land on the Switch.

As a reminder, Madden 24 won’t come to PS3 or Xbox 360 so if you still own one of those consoles you’ll need to upgrade in order to play.

Madden 24 Price

Unsurprisingly, EA is using tiered pricing for Madden 24.

The base version of Madden 24 for Xbox One and PS4 is $69.99, up from $59.99, while the base version for PS5 and Xbox One Series X stays at the usual $69.99.

The Madden 24 Deluxe edition costs more than the base game. The Deluxe edition will run you $99.99 without a deal.

We’ve seen some Madden 24 deals popup. If you pre-order Madden 24 through Best Buy will get a $15 e-gift card. And if you have an EA Play account, you’ll be able to save the usual 10%.

It’s also worth noting that Madden 23 players who lost save files will get a 50% discount on a copy of Madden 24.

Madden 24 Features

Here’s a rundown of Madden 24’s features.

FieldSense has been improved in Madden 24 though keep in mind, these features are limited to the PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X/S, and Windows PC:

• Hit Everything 2.0 – Hit Everything expands with new contested catch tackle types that provide more control and tackle variety on defense. Tackle animations are selected more dynamically, which unlocks new and more fluid tackle interactions like Wrap and Scoop tackles.
• Skill-Based Passing 2.0 – Dive for a winning one-hander with improved catching AI, thread the needle with surgical accuracy using new throw animations, and anticipate more authentic defensive reactions with enhanced DB behavior introduced in Skill-Based Passing 2.0.

The company has made improvements to the game’s AI and they include:

• AI Enhancements – Smarter AI enables smoother and more realistic player action and reaction to the plays you call, providing more confidence your AI teammates will execute your game plan the way you intend.
  • QB awareness and behavior
  • Ball carrier AI and pathfinding
  • Blocking AI and open field targeting
  • DB awareness & Pass Coverage
  • Post Play Emotion enhancements

The game introduces a new feature called Sapien Technology which are “new anatomically accurate NFL player skeletons on PlayStation5, Xbox Series X/S, and PC versions that are more responsive and represent true-to-life player motion.”

You can learn more about all of EA’s gameplay enhancements if you head over to the company’s deep dive. It expands on many of these features and highlights others.

And yes, there is Crossplay support which means you can play against players on other platforms. There are a few caveats you need to know about though.

EA says cross-play will only be available for players on PC, PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X, and Xbox Series S. If you buy the game for another platform, you’re out of luck.

Cross-play will be available in the following game modes: online Head-to-Head, Madden Ultimate Team, Superstar KO, and Superstar Showdown.

Here are some of the other highlights from Madden 24’s features:

Superstar: The League (PS5/Xbox Series X/S, Windows PC only)

• Achieve greatness in your NFL career with game-changing control thanks to FieldSENSE. Customize your avatar and build your legacy, progressing from the combine to draft pick to 99 OVR.  Navigate all-new mini games and live player grading across a variety of positions.

Superstar: Showdown (PS5/Xbox Series X/S, Windows PC only)

• Show off and show out in this all-new atmosphere. Progress your avatar and play with and against friends in 3v3 matchups. Call your plays on the fly like a dominant superstar, get real-time player grading, and do it in style sporting the hottest gear in the game.

Franchise

• Upgrade your team with fan favorite mini-games returning to Madden NFL 24. Test your skills with dozens of new mini-games including moving obstacles and destructible targets in Franchise training camp or weekly strategy.
• Utilize a streamlined team relocation feature with new cities, logos  and uniforms to create your own Franchise story.
• Build your future using Free Agency 2.0 by restructuring contracts and making counter offers to cornerstone playmakers.
• Acquire and retain superstars using 50 new unique draft generators, new trade logic tuning, six trade slots and new talent trees for coaches.
• Use new commissioner tools to customize your experience in online and offline connected leagues.

You can learn more about Franchise Mode’s improvements in the video above and in EA’s deep dive.

Madden Ultimate Team

• Develop and progress your dream fantasy roster of current NFL stars and Hall of Fame legends faster with new seasons of content throughout the year. Always have something to play for with Field Pass challenges that unlock rewards in Madden Ultimate Team and help you build the strongest team possible.

You can learn more about the improvements EA’s made to Madden Ultimate Team in EA’s latest deep dive.

EA’s released the Madden 24 playbooks which covers many of the game’s 500+ new plays, 70+ new offensive formations, and pass concepts.

EA’s also confirmed artists on the Madden 24 soundtrack and it includes names like A$AP Ferg, Jay Rock, Marshmello, and Wiz Khalifa.

Madden 24 Ratings

As for the game’s player ratings, EA’s released them on its website. Highlights include a 99 rating for Minnesota Vikings star wide receiver Justin Jefferson and a record seventh appearance in the 99 rating club from Los Angeles Rams defensive lineman Aaron Donald.

Donald, who is in the 99 Club for the seventh consecutive year, surpasses quarterback Peyton Manning who was in the 99 Club six times throughout his career.

Kansas City Chiefs tight end Travis Kelce also joins the 99 Club for the fourth time in his career. This is a record for the tight end position.

Here are the top Madden 24 player ratings:

• Aaron Donald – 99
• Justin Jefferson – 99
• Patrick Mahomes – 99
• Travis Kelce – 99
• Zach Martin – 99
• Lane Johnson – 98
• Myles Garrett – 98
• Nick Bosa – 98
• Trent Williams – 98
• Tyreek Hill – 97
• Davante Adams – 97
• Jalen Ramsey – 97
• Micah Parson – 97
• Nick Chubb – 97

Madden 24 Mobile

EA has brought Madden 24 to iPhone, iPad, and Android. Madden 24 Mobile arrived on August 10th.

The mobile version of Madden, while robust, is a toned down version of the game. However, unlike the full blown version of Madden, it’s free to play on these platforms.

Madden 24 PC Requirements

If you plan to play Madden 24 on a Windows PC, take note of the minimum and recommended system requirements:

Madden 24 Minimum Requirements

• 64-bit Windows 10
• Processor (AMD): AMD Ryzen 5 1600 or Equivalent
• Processor (Intel): Intel Core i5 6700k (4-cores; 8-threads) or Equivalent
• Memory: 10GB RAM
• Graphics card (AMD): AMD Radeon RX 570 or Equivalent
• Graphics card (NVIDIA): NVIDIA GeForce GTX 1050 Ti or Equivalent
• DirectX: DX12 Compatible video card or equivalent
• Online Connection Requirements: Broadband
• Hard-drive space: 50GB

Madden 24 Recommended Requirements

• OS: 64-bit Windows 10
• Processor (AMD): AMD Ryzen 7 2700X or Equivalent
• Processor (Intel): Intel Core i7 8700 (6-core; 12-thread) or Equivalent
• Memory: 12 GB
• Graphics card (AMD): AMD Radeon RX 5600 XT or Equivalent
• Graphics card (NVIDIA): NVIDIA GeForce GTX 1660 or Equivalent
• DirectX: DX12 Compatible video card or equivalent
• Online Connection Requirements: Broadband
• Hard-drive space: 50 GB

If your computer doesn’t meet the minimum requirements, you’ll need to make some upgrades to your computer’s hardware in order to play.

EA’s also confirmed some great news for those who plan to play the game on Windows PC.

The Windows PC version of Madden 24 will be on par with the PS5 and Xbox Series X versions of the game. That means better graphics and gameplay.

Pre-Order Madden 24 for These Bonuses

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If you pre-order a copy of Madden 24 for your console or Windows PC, you'll get some bonuses with your purchase. If you pre-order a copy of the Madden 24 Standard edition, Madden 24 Deluxe edition, or the EA Play Pro edition you'll get the following items: Josh Allen Elite Player Item Choice of 2 Strategy Items NFL Marble Bills Gear If you pre-ordered the Madden 24 Deluxe edition or EA Play Pro edition by July 22nd, you will also receive a player item from the AKA Ultimate Team Program. If you plan to invest time into Madden 24's Ultimate Team, you might want to pre-order a copy of the game today.

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