Electronic Arts made a bold move by offering college football fans the chance to play EA Sports College Football 25 three days before its official release. Surprisingly, the Deluxe Edition, priced at $99.99, was pre-ordered by 2.2 million players. Some players even opted for the pricier MVP Bundle edition, priced at $149.99, which includes early game access, 4600 College Football points, Madden NFL 25: Deluxe Edition, and other bonuses.
For many, the idea of paying such a high price for early access to a game may seem extravagant, especially considering the regular version costs $69.99. However, fans of the popular series had been waiting a decade for a new installment, making the Deluxe Edition a tempting offer.
Critical Acclaim and High Ratings
The return of the game after ten years has been well-received, with critics praising EA Sports College Football 25. The game has received high ratings on Metacritic, with the PS5 version averaging 88/100 and the Xbox Series X/S edition averaging 83/100.
Interestingly, Electronic Arts decided not to release the game on PC, sparking speculation among fans and journalists. While the reasons for this decision remain unknown, theories suggest it may be related to player image rights and concerns about unauthorized modifications on the PC version.
Despite the absence of EA Sports College Football 25 on PC, the game has been met with enthusiasm from fans and critics alike. Released on July 19, the game is now available for purchase on the Xbox and PlayStation stores.
