The official release date forMadden NFL 25is August 16. However, as with a lot ofother video game releasesthese days, it’s possible to start playing long before then, with Early Access players gaining access to the game a full three days before everybody else.
Sadly, those hoping to start playingMadden NFL 25early will need to pay for the privilege, with Early Access tied to some of the more expensive editions of the game. This guide will provide information on how it all works, as well as some of the other rewards that players will get alongside Early Access.
How to Start Playing Madden NFL 25 Early
To start playingMadden NFL 25early, players will need topurchase either the Deluxe edition of the game or the MVP Bundle, the latter of which includes the Deluxe editions of bothMadden 25and the recently releasedCollege Football 25. Those who do so will be able tostart playingMadden NFL 25up to 72 hours early, with Early Access already available as of the time of writing.
What’s Included in the Deluxe Edition of Madden NFL 25?
In addition to3 Days of Early Access, anyone who buys the Deluxe edition ofMadden NFL 25will get aHall of Fame Player Item,Early Access Challenges, and4,600 Madden Points, the latter of which can be used inthe Madden Ultimate Team game mode. Assuming they pre-order it, they’ll also gain access to the same pre-order bonuses that come with the Standard edition, which include aChristian McCaffrey Elite Player, aChoice of 2 Strategy Items, someSuperstar Drip Gear(next-gen and PC only), and aLegendary XP Boost(next-gen and PC only).
Is The Deluxe Edition Worth the Extra Money?
Players can expect to pay an extra $30 forthe Deluxe edition ofMadden NFL 25, which is quite a lot for those who only really want the early access. However, anybody who plans on spending time in the Ultimate Team game mode may find value in this version, as the 4,600 Madden Points that come with it will cost a lot more than $30. 2,800 Madden Points will set players back $24.99 ($22.49 with an EA Play subscription) so 4,600 would work out somewhere in the region of $41.
