Electronic Arts says that they saw 2.2 million unique players hop into College Football 25 during its three-day early access release period. This means that 2.2 million people picked up a pre-order of the Deluxe Edition of the game for $99.99.
In addition to those 2.2 million Deluxe Edition early access players, another 600,000 accessed the game during the same period via the EA Play trial.
The Deluxe Edition of College Football 25 granted access to the game on July 16 on Xbox Series X|S and PlayStation 5. The general availability occurred today, July 19. Today's release is for those that purchased the regular version of the game for $70.
“From the moment we decided to make EA SPORTS College Football 25, the passionate college football fans out there were our team’s north star. This game is for the fans, and the response we’ve seen from across the collegiate landscape, athletes, creators, celebrities and the core community has been nothing short of spectacular,” said Daryl Holt, SVP and Group GM, EA SPORTS. “Every team is someone's favorite, and College Football 25is a testament to the passion and dedication of our developers to build the most authentic college football experience possible for our fans. We couldn’t be more excited to welcome millions more into the game with today’s launch.”
College Football 25 is only available on PlayStation 5 and Xbox Series X|S.
Already being lauded during early access for “fantastic graphics and a ridiculously realistic feel for every school” by The Athletic and gameplay powered by CampusIQ™ that “is fun, befitting of the college level” by Bleacher Report, College Football 25 delivers the deepest and most immersive college football video game experience to-date throughout its presentation and modes.
- Explosive College Gameplay: CampusIQ™ delivers wide open, fast-paced gameplay that matches the explosiveness of college football game days. The Wear and Tear System makes every hit count as you manage your players’ health, Pre-Snap Recognition makes the decision behind every snap matter more, and game-altering homefield advantages rattle your rivals in college football's toughest places to play.
- Iconic Atmospheres: The most iconic settings, stadiums and traditions of college football are showcased in College Football 25, as the sights, sounds, fight songs, mascots, commentators, bowl games and unique touches that make up game days and the College Football Playoffs come to life.
- Chase College Greatness: Set a new standard for college football greatness by leading your program to the Natty as a created coach in fan-favorite Dynasty Mode, balance student-athlete life and take home the Heisman as a player in Road to Glory, or get competitive online in the college football experience of your choice in Road to the College Football Playoff and College Football Ultimate Team™.
- Also, fans who want to listen to the sounds of college football wherever they go, including 167 college fight songs and an original theme song by GRAMMY-nominated composer Kris Bowers, can stream the official EA SPORTS College Football Fight Songs soundtrack on their favorite music streaming service today.
