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4.5

EA Sports College Football 26

Jul 15, 2025 1:20 AM

Pro
  • Incredible gameplay improvements with realistic running dynamics and better AI.
  • Stunning graphics with enhanced lighting and body type diversity.
  • Deep and engaging Dynasty mode with improved recruiting and coaching systems.

Con
  • Lack of character customization options and inability to save draft classes to Madden.
  • Some glitches and bugs, such as issues with snapping the ball.
  • Defensive mechanics and animations may need further refinement.

Review

EA Sports College Football 26 successfully builds upon its predecessor, providing an authentic and immersive collegiate football experience while improving gameplay mechanics and graphical fidelity. The running game feels especially refined, with significant updates to AI and physics that elevate the gaming experience. The revamped Dynasty mode enhances the recruiting loop, making it more strategic and engaging for players. However, limitations in character customization and technical glitches slightly detract from an otherwise stellar game. Yet, the game's strengths clearly outweigh these flaws, solidifying its place as a top-tier sports simulation.

Background information

Reviewers across various platforms have praised College Football 26 for its iterative improvements, with GamesRadar+ declaring it the best sports game of 2025. Game Informer and PlayStation Universe note that while it builds on an already strong foundation, it adds enough new content to keep fans engaged. However, not all players were pleased, with some expressing disappointment over certain gameplay mechanics and technical issues that need addressing.

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