Madden NFL 25’s cover athlete was revealed earlier this week, and today, EA has provided new details on what fans can expect from this year’s Madden, including Boom Tech, this year’s one big feature.
In a press release, EA revealed that Boom Tech is a new “dynamic physics-based” tackling system and the newest iteration of Maddens FieldSense technology that “unlocks the re-engineered Hit Stick” and should provide better ball carrier control. With Christian McCaffrey as this year’s cover athlete, the description of Boom Tech aligns with EA’s theme of trying to pick cover athletes that best fit the new editions coming to Madden in a given year.
Additional upgrades to FieldSense, thanks to Boom Tech, are needed to “deliver increased authenticity” in offense, defense, and special teams. This includes a reloaded hit stick that will now be a skill-based mechanic, with playing ratings influencing the impact of the hit stick.
To increase offensive immersion, EA notes that Ball Carrier will introduce new jukes, spins, and hesi releases. The new NFL kickoff rules will be added when the game is released this August. In addition to new branching catches, there will be new pass block strategy mechanics.
“It’s been incredibly rewarding to grow with the Maden NFL experience alongside our players the past two years, and we’re excited to deliver even more of the control, depth, and immersion they’re looking for in Madden NFL 25,” Madden NFL Senior Production Director Mike Mahar wrote in a press release. “Boom Tech has been multiple years in the making and represents the most impactful FieldSense improvement yet, and combined with a new audio and visual experience across the game, plus deepened modes and increased customization, Madden NFL 25 will look, feel, and sound different.”
Madden NFL 25 is out on August 16th and is now available for pre-order. Those who buy the $100 Deluxe Edition get access to Madden NFL 25 three days early. Those planning to buy Madden NFL 25 and College Football 25 could also buy the MVP Bundle, which retails for $150 and includes the Deluxe Editions for both games.
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