June 18 marks the start of theMadden NFL 26Closed Beta, and players across PCs and consoles can test out the upcoming features early.

While this beta isn’t like the final product, it offers plenty of new features and more for the players to explore. Let’s look at how you can participate in this beta, followed by what’s on offer.

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How to play the NFL 26 Closed Beta?

To participate in the program, you’ll need a Closed Beta key. This is awarded randomly, but you may increase your chances by completing the following steps.

Note that this doesn’t automatically guarantee you will get a beta access code. There are additional rules that you need to follow.

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If you’re selected for the beta, you’ll receive a code in your registered email. This code is non-transferable and can only be used with your account.

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Madden NFL 26 Closed Beta dates

The beta went live onJune 18at 12:00PM ET/10:00AM CT/9:00AM PST. It will continue until 11:59PM EST/9:59PM CT/8:59 PST onJune 26.

All Madden NFL 26 Closed Beta features

Here are all the available modes in the Closed Beta.

Madden Ultimate Team will have plenty of features available, but not all of them.

Any playbook, ratings, and further details in the beta are subject to change in the final versionon August 14.

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