Summary
- EA teases new features for College Football 26, assuring players that there’s still room for improvement.
- The studio mentioned content that had to be left out of the previous game and is expected to make its way into College Football 26.
- EA reaffirmed its commitment to listening to fans and incorporating their feedback into the next installment.
EA executive Daryl Holt has commented on EA Sports College Football 26, teasing new features and assuring players that there is plenty of room for improvements and new content that had to be left out of the previous game. Following the massive success of EA Sports College Football 25, fans may be wondering what’s next for the popular franchise, and EA seems to have something interesting in store.
EA Sports College Football 25 ended the franchise’s 11-year hiatus by introducing players to a revamped experience that became an immediate success. One of the game’s standout features is its realistic immersion, thanks to mechanics like the composure system and wear-and-tear effects. Player reception has been overwhelmingly positive, with EA Sports College Football 25 achieving the jaw-dropping milestone of becoming the best-selling sports game in U.S. history. With such numbers, EA now has a high bar to clear with College Football 26, though the studio remains optimistic.
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Speaking to The Athletic, EA Sports executive Daryl Holt revealed that despite College Football 25’s success in 2024, there were many things the team couldn’t add to the game, meaning there are plenty of ideas for the next entry in the franchise. Without disclosing details, Holt assured fans that EA has a lot in store for College Football 26. He also commented on the studio’s approach, explaining that the team is aware of what worked well and what needs improvement, and is ready to roll up its sleeves and make it happen.
Holt seems well aware of the uphill battle College Football 26 will face, but he remains confident in the studio’s vision, describing it as “a game for fans built by college fans ourselves.” He reaffirmed his commitment to listening to players and shaping the game based on what matters most to them. On top of that, Holt also teased the potential launch of College Football 26 on PC, saying that, in addition to PlayStation and Xbox, EA is considering other opportunities—though he didn’t provide further details.
EA Sports College Football 26 was officially confirmed in January through a Twitter post revealing that the game would drop in the summer. EA is still keeping details under wraps, and fans have been expressing their hopes for the next entry on social media. Although the next game has some big shoes to fill, players should be excited to know that EA is listening.
- Released
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July 19, 2024
- ESRB
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E For Everyone Due To Alcohol Reference
- Developer(s)
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EA Orlando