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EA executive Daryl Holt has commented onEA 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 ofEA 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 25ended 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, withEA Sports College Football 25achieving the jaw-dropping milestoneof becoming the best-selling sports game in U.S. history. With such numbers, EA now has a high bar to clear withCollege Football 26, though the studio remains optimistic.
Speaking toThe Athletic, EA Sports executive Daryl Holt revealed that despiteCollege 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 forCollege 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.
EA Sports Exec Teases a ‘Lot of Things Still to Come’ for College Football 26
Holt seems well aware of theuphill battleCollege Football 26will 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 ofCollege Football 26on 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 26was officially confirmedin 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.
