EA’s Madden 26 has arrived, and the biggest question, as always with annual sports games, is does the latest entry justify spending $70 for what often feels like little more than a roster update in a slightly shinier package

Right off the bat, if you’re happy with last year’s Madden 25, then you don’t need to spend the money to upgrade. The classic flaws are still there. Blocking gets finicky, and the game occasionally makes insane decisions, especially when simulating games.

Madden NFL 26, the latest title in the long-running professional football franchise from EA Sports, offers a number of upgrades that justify picking it up. Including improved graphics, new mechanics, and a great Superstar mode.View Deal

I’ve seen reports from some day-one players of game-breaking bugs or poor AI (n

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