Amazon's product listing for Madden NFL 18 provides the community's first information regarding the game.

The standard version of the game will release on August 25, with those who pre-order the 'g.o.a.t.' version able to play on August 25.

Among the early game info/features revealed: M18 will be powered by the Frostbite Engine and Play Now Live will allow users to play that week's NFL match-ups.

Gameplay improvements include target passing, three play style options (Arcade, Simulation, Competitive), coverage assignment options, and coach adjustments.

Continue on to see the official game info and description courtesy Amazon.


  • Powered by Frostbite - Madden Like You've Never Seen Before
  • Play Now Live - Play the best real world NFL match ups each week
  • Target passing; Play Styles: Arcade, Simulation, Competitive; Coverage Assignment, Coach Adjustments
  • Favorite Ways To Play MUT and Franchise



"Madden nfl 18 takes a significant visual leap with the power of the Frostbite engine. See stunning new stadium exteriors surrounded by vast cityscapes and watch the spectacle of nfl game day come to life in the most photorealistic game to date. Play each matchup to your specifications by selecting from three new Play Styles or play the best real world match ups each week in Play Now Live! With the introduction of even more ways to play, coupled with your favorite modes, Madden Ultimate Team and Franchise, this is Madden like you've never seen before. Pre-order today and receive up to $50 in additional value including three days early, full game access to Madden nfl 18: g.o.a.t. Edition. Start building your dynasty on day one with one of five Elite g.o.a.t. players, an Elite Player from your favorite nfl team, 12 Squad Packs, 2500 contracts and one uniform pack in Madden nfl 18 Ultimate Team, the complete nfl team-building mode where you build, play and win with your ultimate team of today's nfl superstars and legends."