Madden 24: Release Date, Platforms, How to play Early Access & EA Play Trial

July 31, 2023

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EA has confirmed when football fans can get their hands on Madden 24 with the launch of early access and the EA Play trial.

Madden 24 Release Date

The official release date for Madden 24 is set for August 18th. However, eager players won’t have to wait until then to dive into the action. Early access to the game will begin on August 15th, allowing players to get a head start on the competition.

Madden 24 Platforms

Madden 24 will be available on PlayStation, PC, and Xbox, but Electronic Arts isn’t ready to abandon last-gen consoles just yet. The game will still be playable on PS4 and Xbox One, ensuring that players on these platforms can enjoy the latest Madden experience.

However, as with last year’s installment, Madden 24 on PS5 and Xbox Series X/S will offer enhanced graphics, animations, and gameplay features like FieldSense gameplay, taking full advantage of the capabilities of these next-gen consoles.

Can you play Madden 24 offline?

Yes, there are game modes within Madden 24 that can be played offline. Some modes will not allow this. As an example, Superstar Showdown can’t be played offline because it requires other players (and it can be cross-played).

How to Access Madden 24 Early Access

To get early access to Madden 24, players must pre-order the Madden 24 Digital Deluxe edition. This grants them three days of early access, starting from August 15th.

For PC players, an alternative way to access the Deluxe edition for free is by subscribing to EA Play Pro for £14.99/$14.99 a month or £89.99/$99.99 a year. Unfortunately, EA Play Pro is not available on consoles, so PlayStation and Xbox users will need to purchase the Deluxe edition for £99.99/$99.99.

What’s Included in the Deluxe Edition

The Deluxe edition comes packed with exciting bonus content, including:

  • AKA Player
  • 4600 Madden Points
  • Josh Allen Elite Player Item
  • Choice of 2 Strategy Items
  • NFL Marble Bills Gear

EA Play 10-Hour Trial: An Extended Preview

For players who want to try out the game before committing, the EA Play 10-hour trial for Madden 24 will be available starting on August 15th, coinciding with the early access Deluxe edition.

EA Play subscription holders can access the 10-hour trial for £3.99/$4.99 per month or £19.99/$29.99 per year. Unlike previous titles like F1 23, this trial will provide a generous 10 hours of gameplay.

Exciting New Feature: Cross-Platform Multiplayer

One of the most significant highlights of Madden 24 is the confirmation of cross-platform multiplayer for PC, PS5, and Xbox Series X/S players. This exciting feature will be available in online Head-to-Head, Madden Ultimate Team, Superstar KO, and Superstar Showdown modes, allowing players to challenge each other across different platforms.

With early access and the EA Play trial on the horizon, Madden fans have plenty of reasons to be excited about the forthcoming release of Madden 24. Prepare to immerse yourself in the action and experience football like never before in this highly anticipated installment.