Madden NFL 27 Early Access: Launch Schedule
A record of Madden NFL 27 early-access timing for MVP+, EA Play, Deluxe Edition, MVP Bundle, and EA Play Pro.
Madden NFL 27 is now available worldwide. Its early-access periods were part of the August 2026 launch window and have ended.
Launch access schedule
| Access path | Start time | What it provided |
|---|---|---|
| MVP+ on PS5 and Xbox Series X | S | August 6, 2:00 PM ET |
| EA Play on PC, PS5, and Xbox Series X | S | August 6, 2:00 PM ET |
| Deluxe Edition and MVP Bundle | August 10, 2:00 PM ET | Full game, three days early |
| EA Play Pro on PC | August 10, 2:00 PM ET | Full game access |
| Worldwide launch | August 13, 2:00 PM ET | Standard access |
Early access is no longer a reason to choose an edition. Check the store listing for your platform to see which edition and account-bound content are currently available.
See EA's launch guide for the original launch timing and platform eligibility.
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