Game Modes

College Football 26 Dynasty

Assemble an elite staff, navigate the modern-day world of recruiting, upgrade your abilities, then lay it all out on the field. This is your chance to etch your Dynasty into history, coach.

In game screenshot of Coach Ryan Day and the football team from Ohio State University heading out of the tunnel with red spotlights

In-game screen showing an assortment of College Football trophies, including the National Championship trophy and the Heisman Trophy.

Trophy Room

Preserve your Dynasty legacy with the all-new Trophy Room, where you can showcase every trophy, title, and individual award won throughout your coaching career and see what else there is to achieve in the future.

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Transfer Portal

We've revamped the Transfer Portal to create more realistic player movement – especially among 4 and 5-star players. Up to 3500 athletes can enter the portal each season, giving you more options for roster-building every season.

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Team Management & Recruiting

Managing your roster has never been more important, with new location-based visits that have the potential to give your program an advantage in recruiting as you face new dynamics in every recruiting battle.

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Player Progression

New Dynamic Development Traits have a bigger impact on player growth, and you can now spend skill points to upgrade ratings and physical abilities. More abilities have been added across 59 player archetypes provide better variety among athletes.

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Features

Gameplay

Prove your program belongs at the top with enhanced college football gameplay featuring new offensive and defensive mechanics. Experience new stunts and twists, then make dynamic substitutions when it counts. With over 2,800 new plays, 10,000 players, and over 300 real-world coaches with true-to-life schemes, this is the most authentic college football experience yet.

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Road To Glory

The ultimate student-athlete journey starts here. Rise from high school recruit to Heisman glory, with every decision shaping your career. Build your highlight tape to earn an offer from your dream school. Rise in class rankings and secure scholarships before other recruits. Earn Coach Trust, build team chemistry, and navigate the competitive recruiting process. Commit early if you've found the perfect fit or enter the portal if a better opportunity arises. Your path to the NFL Draft is yours to define.

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Presentation

Immerse yourself in ultimate game day atmospheres with more electrifying sights, sounds, and traditions. Feel the energy of new situation and stadium-specific music, fight songs, and dynamic commentary. Experience new presentation that reflects the importance of each game in the context of your season. Saddle up in Stillwater, hoist The Golden Egg, and raise the sword as the King of Turnovers at Coastal Carolina. We’re surrounding you with authentic, unrivaled school spirit so you always feel right at home.

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College Football Ultimate Team

Build your dream roster with Legends from the past and current college stars. Lead your Ultimate Team to greatness by taking on the competition in H2H matchups and themed challenges meant to put your skills to the test.

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Kickoff Bundle

Rise from campus legend to NFL star with the Kickoff Bundle. Includes the Standard Editions of both Madden NFL 27 and EA SPORTS™ College Football 27.

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