EA Sports has reportedly added a big update to their game, taking after Madden’s X-Factor system in the recent update to the College Football 26 game. According to content creator Bordeaux (@bordeauxyoutube), players can experience in-game boosts as they “start to cook.”
According to this new system, a player holding a Platinum tier will be boosted to the Heisman Tier. Moreover, the gamer will get to know about the same through a green flash, which indicates an upgrade in tier. A red downward arrow appears if they drop a tier due to poor performance.
The maximum a player can move during a game is two tiers. Platinum tier will be the highest tier for others, while Heisman is available only to those already in the Platinum tier.
The creator revealed his feelings on this new update as he said:
“I never liked the idea of X-Factors in a game, but I was told that even at the Heisman tier it doesn’t guarantee a specific result, so we’ll see.”
There’s a new ability tier that sounds similar to X-Factor coming to College Football 26
When a player starts to cook, their physical abilities receive substantial boosts
If the player already holds a Platinum-tier ability, it automatically upgrades to the new Heisman tier… pic.twitter.com/aMBnsIm0XT
— Bordeaux (@bordeauxyoutube) June 20, 2025
Along with the post, Bordeaux also attached a screenshot from the LSU offense in-game highlights. A “HEISMAN TIER” label is shown beside a star player, who’s surrounded by a bright glowing indicator and directional arrows.
Everything There is to Know About EA Sports College Football 26 Game
After enjoying success with the return of the college football game last year, there is already anticipation building for the upcoming EA Sports College Football 26 Game.
The official launch date of the game is on July 10, with a 3-day early access starting July 7 for Deluxe/MVP bundle pre-orders. PS5 and Xbox Series X|S are the only way players can experience the new game. Sadly, this game won’t be available for legacy consoles or PC.
The cover of the game includes two standout athletes who turned heads with an impressive showing in the 2024 season. Ohio State’s Jeremiah Smith and Alabama’s Ryan Williams feature on the cover of the game.
Meanwhile, in the Deluxe edition of the cover legends, mascots and current coaches, including Kirby Smart, Reggie Bush, Tim Tebow, and more, feature. Moreover, over 300 real FBS coaches, including Texas’s Steve Sarkisian and Houston’s Willie Fritz, are fully integrated with distinct playbooks.
The standard edition of the game will cost players $69.99, while the Deluxe edition, costing $99.99, comes with early access. The MVP bundle, which comprises Madden 26 Deluxe and early access, comes at the price of $149.99.
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