EA Sports College Football 26 recently received a significant update just days after its July 10 launch. This update specifically aims to resolve lingering issues affecting game performance, notably an issue that hindered linebacker effectiveness on the field.
The College Football series marked its return with the earlier release of EA Sports College Football 25 after a hiatus of over a decade. Concerns about whether the series would continue were quelled when EA confirmed EA Sports College Football 26 back in January.
Following its launch, the game garnered a positive critical response, achieving an 85 Metascore on Metacritic. However, players faced several technical challenges, prompting EA to implement various updates to enhance the gaming experience.
The latest update was issued on July 15, featuring patch notes that detail numerous bug fixes and gameplay adjustments. Key improvements include enhanced online stability and specific corrections to gameplay mechanics.
For instance, the issue causing linebackers to run slower during defensive plays has been rectified, along with a fix for a bug that prevented blocked kicks from being executed with left-footed kickers. Additionally, a previously noted speed boost for wide receivers during certain Reverse Pass plays has also been addressed.
Moreover, the timing window for “Perfectly Timed” stiff-arms has been reduced, and EA is exploring further fixes to balance this mechanic. They have also increased interception catch probabilities and are working on improving catch drop rates in future updates.
In terms of game mode adjustments, the update modifies team and user Per Play Grading events within Road to Glory, impacting how players and teams are evaluated. EA Sports aims to continue refining the game with ongoing updates to ensure a balanced and engaging experience for fans.