MADDEN 23 PATCH DETAILS
March 9, 2023 Patch Notes and Update:

​End of Season Superstar X-Factor Updates:
​NEW X-FACTORS
  • Josh Jacobs
  • Additional Abilities:
    • Backfield Master
    • Backlash
    • Closer
  • Dexter Lawrence
  • Additional Abilities:
    • Inside Stuff
    • El Toro
    • Unpredictable
  • Ja’Marr Chase
  • Additional Abilities:
    • Mid-In Elite
    • Mid-Out Elite
    • Runoff Elite
  • Patrick Surtain II
  • Additional Abilities:
    • Outside Shade
    • Short Route KO
    • Tip Drill
  • Roquan Smith
  • Additional Abilities:
    • Tackle Supreme
    • Flat Zone KO
    • Deflator
  • Jaire Alexander
  • Additional Abilities:
    • Outside Shade
    • Acrobat
    • Short Route KO
NEW SUPERSTARS
  • Sauce Gardner
    • Acrobat
    • Inside Shade
DEMOTED X-FACTORS
  • Khalil Mack
  • Cam Jordan
  • Aaron Rodgers
  • Jonathan Taylor
  • Darius Leonard
  • Chandler Jones
DEMOTED SUPERSTARS
  • Ryan Ramczyk
  • Rodney Hudson
  • Eric Kendrics
  • Joe Mixon
  • Russell Wilson
  • Myles Jack
  • Xavien Howard
Gameplay Updates:
  • Fixed an issue where the user controlled Quarterback could not snap the ball after a specific ID the Mike animation would trigger.
  • Addressed an issue where RPO Alert and RPO Read plays out of certain formations would cause weak box logic to trigger resulting in multiple pancake blocks occurring all over the field.
  • General stability fixes
Madden Ultimate Team Updates:
  • Updated Auction House and Trade Block logic restrictions for Legends program items
  • Stability & General Fixes
Presentation & UI:
  • Privacy & Cookie Policy updated.


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February 7, 2023 Patch Notes and Update:

Gameplay Updates:
  • Modifications made to QB Contain logic to mitigate pass rush exploit known as the ‘Loop Blitz’:
    • Only defenders on the line of scrimmage will be able to be assigned QB Contain
    • If there is a pass rusher aligned outside of the contain defender, the Contain Defender will rush the C Gap to avoid putting multiple rushers in the same gap
    • DEV NOTE: These changes are meant to bring balance to the ‘Loop Blitz’ exploit, while also offering more authentic rush lanes - specifically by trying to avoid putting multiple rushers in the same gap, or getting a contain player inside of an adjacent rusher. We will continue to monitor these changes in the live game and will continue to make tuning adjustments if necessary.
  • Fixed an issue causing the ball to appear in the wrong hand during the Stefon Diggs signature touchdown celebration
  • Addressed an issue causing the WR’s route to change from a streak to a goal-line fade after sending the receiver in motion
  • General stability improvements
Face of the Franchise Updates:
  • Fixed an issue showing the incorrect number of remaining drills in the Flood Pass Concept side activity
  • Fixed issue showing the teams reversed in the Stats/Ranks widget on the League Hub
  • Fixed several instances of improper scaling on some 4K TVs
  • Fixed a rare instance that could cause a non-QB position save file to revert randomly, switching to the QB position during a career. 
    • DEV NOTE: This fix is intended to prevent a random position-change for active and newly-created careers after the update; it will not update save files that have already been impacted because doing so could wipe out an active career in the original position save-slot. We will continue to monitor this issue in the live game and look to address any other instances that may occur.
Madden Ultimate Team Updates:
  • Fixed several instances of improper scaling on some 4K TVs.
  • Remedied an issue where kicker active abilities would deactivate during Halftime Adjustments
  • Fixed the sets filtering on the New Item Screen
  • Fixed an issue where User-Skill Based Passing settings would reset after entering a MUT Squads or Co-Op Game
  • Fixed an issue where users were not able to refresh when entering Featured Opponent in Solo Battles.


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January 12, 2023 Patch Notes and Update:

Gameplay Updates:
  • Fixed an issue causing the ball to be in the wrong hand on some first down celebrations and some TD celebrations
  • Fixed an issue causing a defensive preplay fidget animation to move a defender into the neutral zone and cause an offsides penalty at the snap
  • Tuning to the angles and distances at which oncoming defenders will be detected as applying pressure on the QB during the throw
    • DEV NOTE: The tuning done to pressure detection is with the intent of decreasing the likelihood of getting an ‘Under Pressure Inaccurate’ pass when attempting to throw the ball quickly vs. blitz.
  • Tuning to reduce catch-chance for non-ability receivers attempting aggressive catches in traffic
    • DEV NOTE: This tuning is meant to decrease the frequency of successful aggressive catches in traffic when using receivers without aggressive-catch abilities
  • Tuning to reduce catch chances for defenders attempting to catch throw-out-of-sack passes behind the LOS
  • Fixed an issue that was heavily penalizing defenders when attempting to catch tipped passes in traffic
    • DEV NOTE: Defenders’ catch chance is globally reduced when considered to be ‘in traffic’ to reflect the difficulties of securing a catch alongside other players. This change will reduce the amount of penalty applied when the ball has already been tipped or knocked up into the air to give defenders a better chance at intercepting tipped balls.
  • Fixed a rare issue leading to an incorrect spotting of the ball when a player would perform a standing celebration following an interception
  • General stability improvements
Face of the Franchise Updates:

  • Fixed an issue preventing the ‘Player of the Week’ Legacy Goal from completing correctly after winning a ‘Player of the Week’ award
  • Fixed a typo in the name of the ‘Shot Play Concept Drill’ side activity


Franchise Mode Update:Our team is continuing to work on the Franchise Cloud Save issue from 12/28, alongside this Title Update. Further analysis has determined that this issue affected around 2% of all leagues created since launch.

Our team has made progress on restoring backups and we are targeting early next week to restore the leagues that could be recovered. However, the current recommendation is for players to start a new league, as not all leagues will be recoverable.

Play Now Live Update:
Our Franchise Team has added an additional starting point of Week 17 for players starting new Franchises via the “Play Now Live” option. This update will go live via a server side update around the Title Update. There is also a previously scheduled Wild Card update coming next week.
Note: Please ensure your EA Account is up-to-date with your current email address.
Madden Ultimate Team Updates:
  • Stability Updates
  • General Fixes 
NFL Authenticity Updates:
  • New Face Scans added
    • Jaquan Brisker - Bears - S
    • Tyquan Thornton - Patriots - WR
    • Skyy Moore - Chiefs - WR
    • Desmond Ridder - Falcons QB
    • James Cook - Bills - HB
    • Brian Asamoah - Vikings - LB
  • Fixed logos on following White gloves:
    • Nike Superbad 6
    • Jordan Superbad 6
    • Jordan Vapor Jet 7
  • Added Nike Alpha Menace Pro 3 cleats
Presentation and UI Updates:
  • Various stability updates
  • User Agreement updated
December 8, 2022 Patch Notes and Update:
Gameplay Updates:
Mid Season X-Factor Superstar Updates
NEW X-FACTOR PLAYERS
  • Ravens - Mark Andrews
  • Eagles - AJ Brown
  • Eagles - Darius Slay
  • Giants - Saquon Barkley
  • Raiders - Maxx Crosby
  • Saints - Demario Davis
NEW SUPERSTAR PLAYERS
  • Eagles - Jalen Hurts
  • Ravens - Roquan Smith
  • Broncos - Patrick Surtain II
  • Falcons - AJ Terrell
  • Packers - Aaron Jones
  • Packers - Rashan Gary
  • Ravens - Justin Tucker
  • Falcons - Younghoe Koo
  • Raiders - Daniel Carson
  • Lions - Amon-Ra St. Brown
  • Dolphins - Jaylen Waddle
DEMOTED X-FACTOR & SUPERSTAR PLAYERS
  • Saints - Tyrann Mathieu
  • Rams - Bobby Wagner
  • Packers - Jaire Alexander
  • Saints - Alvin Kamara
  • Broncos - Russell Wilson
  • Raiders - Darren Waller
  • Cowboys - Ezekiel Elliot
  • Vikings - Adam Thielen
  • Saints - Michael Thomas
  • Patriots - Devon McCourty
  • Rams - Mathew Stafford
Play & Playbook Fixes
  • Houston Texans Live Playbook - Fixed play-art issue on the I-Form Pro: HB Toss plays
  • Kansas City Chiefs Playbook - Fixed the alignment on the Gun Deuce Close: RPO Read Flat Wheel, causing a WR to line up beyond LOS resulting in a false start penalty
  • Arizona Cardinals Live Playbook - Pistol Wing: RPO Alert Smoke, has been converted to a Power O play
  • New Orleans Saints Live Playbook: Gun heavy formation was removed from the playbook
  • MUT Alternate Offense Madden NFC playbook - Pistol Ace: Jet Sweep - Fixed an issue where after the snap the QB would not hand the ball off to the receiver running the sweep and stood frozen.
Catching
  • Fixed an issue giving a catch-chance that was way too high for lower rated receivers on contested high-ball catches
  • Fixed an issue allowing receivers to catch tipped passes when they shouldn’t have
Pass Coverage
  • Tuning to man-coverage positioning for defensive backs when covering slower receivers, decreasing the amount of cushion so that the defender can better make plays on the ball
  • Fixed an issue allowing user-controlled defenders to automatically trigger interception catches without any user input
General Fixes
  • Fixed an issue where the backside offensive tackle would not pick up the defensive end on run plays especially when facing formations like Dollar
  • Modified the Deep Out Elite ability so receivers would not get a 100% catch chance when the receiver is in double coverage
  • Fixed an issue where the Focused Kicker ability was not working on PATs.
  • Addressed an issue where the Receiver Route Play Art would not appear for certain routes after the offense would do a No Huddle
  • Fixed an issue preventing receivers from beating outside shade when running short in-breaking routes
  • Fixed an issue causing receivers to beat the press to the outside instead of the inside vs. outside shade defenders when running post routes
Franchise Updates:
  • Dev Note: Since Title Update 4 launched, we have been working hard to improve Franchise Mode. Since then we have fixed two of the highest priority issues: the 32 User Online Franchise Bug and the Draft Revert Bug. Rest assured we are not done and are working towards more fixes for you in the future. 
Face of the Franchise Updates:
  • Tuning to REP to better align the rewards between the LB and CB positions for defensive actions and achievements, including teammate sacks, assisted tackles and defensive touchdowns.
    • DEV NOTE: Through progression and gameplay data, we were seeing differing rewards for the same actions across the LB and CB positions. This tuning will align the rewards for defensive-position progression closer to offensive-position progression that began in the last title update. 
  • Stability improvements
Madden Ultimate Team Updates:
  • MUT Practice Mode - We are happy to announce that this title update will be including one of the top requested features from our players with Practice Mode. Players will now have a purpose built environment to test out their lineups and strategies before they take them into the competitive arena.
    • This mode will include the standard settings that are available to players in our regular Practice Mode with the addition of a hot button to take you directly to your lineup. This means players can change players and playbooks without having to back out of the screen.
    • Additionally, players can set their Practice Type, Skill Level and Game Style to simulate any kind of challenge they might face in MUT.
    • Superstar X-Factors and Superstar Abilities are enabled so users can easily test and experiment with all abilities available in Ultimate Team.
    • X-Factors will function as normal in MUT Practice mode. Players will be able to complete the activation steps and power up, then completing the deactivation criteria will turn the X-Factor off.
    • At this time, this feature does not include 2nd controller support, but we are aware how important that functionality is to our players and we are investigating adding it.
  • 4K UI scaling fixes across various MUT features
  • Variety of Server Error fixes
  • Fixed an issue where Player Item stats would temporarily show 0’s after an auction or trade
  • Variety of fixes related to overlapping text on various screens
  • Fixed Pack Opening animations not playing after pressing “Open Next”
  • Fixed and issue where some Set filters caused Sets to lose functionality
The Yard Updates:
  • Various Stability and Bug Fixes
Superstar KO Updates:
  • Various Stability and Bug Fixes
NFL Authenticity Updates:
  • Updated the Giants color rush helmet to make it have a metallic finish
  • Fixed a team-color issue with newly added Adidas gear, adjusting the shade to better match team uniforms
  • Updated Rams Field art
  • Fixed an issue with Texans Home jersey
  • Fixed an issue with Packers CB Eric Stokes likeness
  • New Player Face Likenesses added:
    • Asante Samuel - CB - Chargers
    • Javonte Williams - RB - Broncos
    • Justin Madubuike - DL - Ravens
    • A.J. Epenesa - DE - Bills
    • Mitch Wishnowsky - P - 49ers
    • Christian Kirksey - LB - Texans
    • Mack Wilson - LB - Patriots
    • Amani Hooker - S - Titans
    • DaVon Hamilton - DT - Jaguars
    • Jawaan Taylor - OT - Jaguars
    • Germaine Pratt - LB - Bengals
    • Jerry Tillery - DL - Raiders
    • Sione Takitaki - LB - Browns
    • Nick Allegretti - OL - Chiefs
    • Dawson Knox - TE - Bills
    • Alec Pierce - WR - Colts
    • Jakobi Meyers - WR - Patriots
    • Dre Greenlaw - LB - 49ers
Presentation and UI Updates:
  • Various stability updates
  • Various polish updates to UI


November 17, 2022 Patch Notes and Update:

From the Developers:
Since last title update, the franchise team has delivered multiple server side fixes for key issues like the 32nd User not being able to join. Our team has also identified and implemented a fix for the “Draft Revert” bug.
Below is a detailed breakdown of what’s included in today's title update.

Gameplay Updates:
  • Added Jaylen Waddle signature celebration, which can be used by Waddle and teammates via the Team Celebration selection after a TD
  • Fixed an issue allowing players to exploit defenders by using pump fake and throw-away at the same time, leading to zone coverage defenders ignoring the QB scrambling past the line of scrimmage
  • Fixed an issue causing Running Back streak hot-routes to run straight through the line instead of stemming to the outside first
  • Fixed an issue preventing QB throw styles from updating correctly in Ultimate Team
  • Fixed an issue with Mac Jones’ passing animation trajectory
  • Fixed an issue preventing man coverage from covering a tight end wheel route on RPO plays, such as Gun Deuce Close RPO Read Flat Wheel
  • Fixed an issue allowing a receiver to be uncovered by sending him in motion on Gun Deuce Close RPO Read Flat Wheel
  • Fixed an issue preventing man coverage from covering a tight end when the offense would audible out of the play Wing Slot PA Double Dig
  • Fixed an issue preventing play-art from updating appropriately to reflect adjustments made to blocking in pre-play; players will not have to reset the formation anymore to view the blocking adjustments.
  • Fixed an issue causing the ball to stick to the player’s hand during the ‘Fireman’s Carry’ TD celebration
  • Fixed an issue causing issues with the football during some first-down celebrations, such as the ball stuck to a player’s wrist, or not holding the ball on celebrations requiring the ball
  • Fixed an issue in the Kick Blocking tutorial inside Skills Trainer causing the kick arrow to display incorrectly
  • Fixed an issue causing receivers to sometimes run whip routes in the wrong direction after getting pressed.
  • Fixed a rare issue that could result in the offense getting the ball back incorrectly when a penalty would be called on the offense and accepted, after a turnover on a 2-point conversion attempt 
  • Fixed an issue with a specific swat animation that allowed it to trigger from too far away, causing warping
  • Fixed an issue allowing deep third and deep quarter zone defenders break too quickly vs. comeback routes
  • Fixed a typo in the play name of Inside Zone in the LA Rams offensive playbook
NFL Live Playbook Update:
  • Added I Form Close Flex to Bears and Steelers
  • Added I Form Pro and Slot Close to Broncos
  • Added Strong Slot to Buccaneers
  • Added I Form Slot Close to Chargers
  • Added Pistol Strong, Wing, Wing Slot, Tight Slots, Y-Off Trips, Full House to Falcons
  • Added Wildcats to Giants
  • Added I Form Close to Rams
  • Added I Form Slot, Pistol Y-Trips, Gun Heavy Saint to Saints
  • Added Pistol Full House to Seahawks
  • Added Singleback Wing Tight Z, Doubles Off close, Y-Trips; I Form Pro, Slot; Strong Z Close to Texans
  • Added I Form Close and Slot Close to Vikings
Franchise Updates:DEV NOTE: The team was able to fix multiple high priority issues via server side fixes since the last Title Update. There is also an attempted fix going live today for the draft revert bug. The Draft Revert Fix is a server side fix, and while it is deploying at a similar time to TU4, it is not part of the TU4 fix specifically. 
  • Fixed an issue where difficulty settings were carrying over from the front end and changing within leagues
  • Fixed an issue in the league history screen where the Commanders were appearing as Washington Football Team
  • Fixed an issue where some teams were not prioritizing the right archetypes at QB
  • Fixed an issue where some players with abilities were not appearing in the X-Factor database
  • Fixed an issue where the season goal was displaying in the post-game goals screen after preseason games
  • General Stability Improvements
Face of the Franchise Updates:
  • Fixed an issue causing the Cowboys practice uniforms to be the same for both offense and defense when playing practice drills
  • Fixed an issue causing players on the sideline to appear non-palletized inside of practice drills for the Cowboys, Jaguars and Falcons
  • Fixed an issue sometimes causing the Drive Goal banner and the Goal Total banner to overlap
  • Fixed an issue causing Legacy Goals to repeat in the rewards flow when completing a game
  • General Stability improvements
    • DEV NOTE: There have been reports of some players not being able to advance to a second season inside of Face of the Franchise. In our 2nd title update in early October, we fixed an issue with the second contract signing that could prevent players from successfully signing the contract and therefore, being stuck unable to advance to season 2. This fix allows players to sign their second contract and advance to season 2 if they were blocked from advancing prior to the October update.
Madden Ultimate Team Updates:
  • Various stability updates
  • Fixed an issue with filters on Halftime screen
  • Fixed an issue with custom currency display
  • Several issues with 4k display have been fixed
  • Fixed a tab issue in New Items flow on PC
The Yard Updates:DEV NOTE: We are excited to bring to you Nickelodeon’s Fantasy Football Movie Players Bobby Coleman and Anderson Fisher exclusive to the game! These players will be available in the Superstar KO Draft and showcased during a featured live event in The Yard!
  • Fixed an issue with hair in H2H Ranked menus
  • General Stability Improvements
  • Fixed Avatar inconsistencies in menu
Superstar KO Updates:
  • General Stability Improvements
NFL Authenticity Updates:
  • Fixed an issue with gloves and cleats not working properly
  • Fixed the spats on some Adidas cleats
  • Updated Bengals to new stadium Branding
  • Fixed an issue with the logo on Alpha Menace 3 Cleats
  • Fixed multiple players neck clipping issues
  • Fixed Visor Placement and Visor clips on new Vicis helmets
  • New Cleats and gloves added:
    • Nike Super Bad 6.0
    • Nike Vapor Jet 7.0
    • Jordan Vapor Jet 7.0
    • Jordan Super Bad 6.0
    • Jordan 7 Mid
  • Added the following likeness updates:
    • Tress Way - P - Commanders
    • Bradley Pinion - P - Falcons
    • Nick Bolton - MLB - Chiefs
    • Alexander Mattison - RB - Vikings
    • Eric Stokes - CB - Packers
    • Dalton Risner - G - Broncos
    • Chris Lindstrom - G - Falcons
    • Jack Fox - P - Lions
    • Odafe Oweh - OLB - Ravens
    • Justin Britt - C - Texans
    • Creed Humphrey - C - Chiefs
    • Trey Smith - G - Chiefs
    • A.J. Cann - G - Texans
    • Maliek Collins - DT - Texans
  • Updated the following teams field art:
    • Broncos
    • Titans
    • Rams
    • Eagles
    • Colts
Presentation and UI Updates:
  • Fixed an issue where the Press Start video was missing a shot of Coach Madden from Madden 94
  • Fixed issues with specific camera angles on kick returns and punt returns in Munich stadium
  • Fixed issues with unnatural lip movement and eye movement in specific sideline shots
  • Added exterior stadium shot for the Steelers’ Acrisure Stadium
  • Various stability updates
  • Fixed issue where Belly Size slider in Create a Player was reversed
  • Fixed issue in gameplay where player-triggered celebration caused Quick Chat wheel to appear and get stuck on screen
Avatar Updates:
  • Tuning to increase REP rewards for defensive actions and achievements, including tackles, tackles for loss, assisted tackles, sacks, interceptions, touchdowns and safeties.
    • DEV NOTE: Through gameplay data, we are seeing that it's more difficult to compile defensive stats than offensive stats so we are increasing the amount of rewards given so that the difficulty is paid off more appropriately.
October 13, 2022 Patch Notes and Update:


DEV NOTE: Today’s Title Update is our largest yet for Madden NFL 23 and improves many aspects of the game such as; Franchise, MUT, Gameplay, Authenticity, and Player Likeness. This update also addresses many of the reported issues we have had since launch. While not every issue has been resolved today, more fixes are coming with future updates as we continue to actively work to bring you the best possible experience. We value and appreciate your feedback. Our team is consistently taking it into consideration and working on delivering updates all season long.



Key Updates:Gameplay Updates:Blocking
  • Fixed an issue with pass block targeting resulting in an interior pass rusher being left unblocked when the defense would use a specific pre-snap set-up in the 4-3 Even 61 formations.
  • Fixed an issue with pass block targeting that would allow edge rushers to be unblocked when pinching the defensive line and bringing down the safety on Nickel Over Storm Brave vs. a pass-blocked running back.
  • Improved Block and Release logic for tight ends so they don’t release so quickly in scenarios where there is a rusher for him to block; also improved blocking animations so they are better at engaging or impact blocking rushers on collision.
  • Fixed an issue with pass block targeting allowing an unblocked rusher when the defense would pinch their linebackers and sit a linebacker in a gap in the Dollar 3-2 Spinner play.
  • Changed QB Contain assignment logic so second level defenders, stack linebackers and defenders lined up in those positions will not be able to be assigned QB Contain.
  • Fixed an issue with pass block targeting allowing a defensive end to be unblocked out of Nickel Over Blitz.
Catching
  • Fixed an issue causing multiple mid-air interaction animations to trigger before the ball arrived, causing the receiver to miss the ball. 
  • Tuning to catching for Wide Receivers to catch less tipped balls.
  • Fixed an issue preventing the Interception Gameplay Slider from significantly impacting the catch frequency for defenders.
  • Fixed a catching animation issue causing running backs to turn the wrong way on a catch coming out of the backfield. 
  • Fixed a catching animation preventing receivers from attempting a catch asking for a RAC catch on a smoke screen.
  • Fixed a catching animation issue causing the receiver to use an effort catch on a catchable pass.
  • Fixed a catching animation issue causing the receiver to sometimes use a possession catch when requesting a RAC catch.
  • Fixed an issue preventing defenders from playing a knockout in some situations where one was being requested.
Ball Carrier & Tackling
  • Fixed an issue sometimes causing ball carriers to juke in the incorrect direction when holding the ball in their left hand.
  • Fixed an issue allowing ball carriers with no stamina remaining to engage in Stand Up Tackles.
  • Updated Stand Up Tackle indicators to provide feedback in more appropriate locations based on the mode and camera view being used; also updated Stand Up tackle indicators in Skills Trainer.
  • Tuning to the Juke-Hurdle combo animations to ensure the height and speed of the animations is appropriate.
  • Tuning to pursuit when using the Strip-Ball mechanic to reduce over-steering the defender away from the ball carrier.
Pre & Post Play
  • Fixed an issue sometimes causing the ball carrier to point in the wrong direction during some first down celebrations.
  • Fixed a rare issue causing a player to sometimes be frozen after the play.
  • Fixed an issue causing players to improperly switch positions before the play in Online SSKO games when using audibles or play-flipping.
  • Fixed an issue allowing the offense unlimited hot routes without the QB playing the corresponding animations while sending a receiver in motion.
  • Fixed a stadium issue causing media members on the sidelines to clip through the stadium walls in specific stadiums.
General Fixes
  • Fixed an issue causing the "Roar of the Crowd" Dynamic Gameday modifier to force a route to go backwards.
  • Fixed an issue sometimes allowing the offense to see the defensive zone art during the play in Online Head-to-Head games.
  • Fixed a rare issue causing the offensive coach-cam art to persist on the field during the play.
  • Fixed an issue sometimes causing fade routes to break after a long press animation by the defender.
  • Fixed an issue causing the safety in a Curl-Flat assignment to motion out wide with a halfback motioned to an outside receiver position instead of the Outside-Deep Third cornerback.
  • Fixed an issue causing the rushing averages shown in the Next Gen Stat presentation to be incorrect.
  • Fixed an issue preventing sacks from being counted correctly in the Medium NFL Blitz Drill in the Gauntlet.
  • Fixed an issue preventing pass conditions from tracking correctly in the Skills Trainer Gauntlet Pass Leading challenges.
Franchise Updates:
  • Fixed a disconnect issue that was impacting a high volume of users in Franchise and Face of the Franchise.
    • Dev Note: This was leading to issues with losing progress due to being disconnected, and users unable to progress in face of the franchise at contract negotiation points
  • Fixed an issue where CPU teams would immediately end negotiations with a player if they don’t have the cap space to negotiate with them.
    • Dev Note: If the CPU team does not have enough Cap Space to make an offer on a player during in-season re-signing, they will now wait to make a final decision until the offseason Re-Sign period. This waiting period will allow for additional opportunities in Cap movement to occur that may result in a team gaining enough Cap Space to make an offer at a later date.
  • Fixed an issue where CPU teams weren’t targeting players during re-sign as expected
    • Dev Note: A new set of player targeting logic was developed for CPU controlled teams to improve decision making when determining who they should attempt to re-sign each year. The logic better differentiates between elite, developing and depth players resulting in the CPU making more of an effort to first secure their starters and developing young players before looking to fill any depth or hold on to aging veterans. 
  • Fixed an issue where using a skill point on the Playmaker archetype was not increasing the correct attributes
    • Dev Note: Using a skill point on this archetype will now give your player the greatest likelihood of increasing their Juke Move, Break Tackle and Ball Carrier Vision. Other top attributes that can potentially improve include but are not limited to Awareness, Catching, Catch in Traffic, Medium Route Running and Short Route Running.
  • Fixed an issue where the Top Threat was sometimes a player that didn’t make sense
  • Fixed an issue where a player’s name and position would appear as a macro in the goals hub after completing a scenario goal
  • Fixed an issue where goals were sometimes incorrectly showing as completed in the end of game flow
  • Fixed an issue where some players abilities did not match what they had on the front end
  • Fixed an issue where the Rams NFC and Super Bowl Championships were doubled
  • Fixed a crash that would occur when loading into Formation Subs without a head coach
  • Fixed an issue where players on IR were able to be used to get trade offers
  • Fixed an issue causing the wrong name to be shown on the player jersey in some Franchise scenario scenes
  • Fixed an issue causing all team gear in scenarios to appear as the Buccaneers after relocating a team, retiring and then taking control of the same team
Face of the Franchise Updates:
  • Fixed an issue preventing calfs from updating when using the morph sliders in player customization
  • Fixed an issue causing the Avatar Level and OVR rating UI containers to overlap
  • Added pip indicator to the Upgrade Player menu item when upgrade points are available
  • Fixed an issue preventing Pro Bowl uniforms from appearing correctly in the post-game locker room
  • Fixed an issue sometimes preventing passing and pass coverage ability perks from triggering appropriately
  • Various UI improvements made to the Side Activities screen
  • General Stability improvements and fixes
Madden Ultimate Team Updates:

  • Fixed issue causing crash on Field Pass Reward
  • Improved Field Pass XP total and level display
  • Consolidated Rewards Flow display
  • Various Player Images updated
  • Fixed issue causing disconnect within Field Pass
  • Fixed issue causing soft lock in Squads
  • Removed scaling issues throughout screens 
  • General stability improvements
  • Fixed issue within Sets that was causing a crash
The Yard Updates:
  • Most Feared Vanity Capsule
  • Nike SC High Trainers added
NFL Authenticity Updates:
  • New Face Scans added to these players:
    • Christian Barmore – DT – Patriots
    • Elijah Mitchell – RB – 49ers
    • Pat Freiermuth – TE – Steelers
    • Andrew Booth Jr. – CB – Vikings
    • Willie Gay – LB – Chiefs
    • Trent McDuffie – CB – Chiefs
  • Uniform Updates
    • Black Helmet Added for Eagles Alternates
    • Jets Black Helmet Added for Jets Alternate
    • Cowboys White Helmet added for Color Rush
  • Helmet fixes to Vicis Zero2 and Trench to allow proper positioning
  • New Cleats added
    • Adidas Primeknit
    • Adidas Freak Ultra 22
    • Adidas Freak
    • Adidas Adizero
    • Nike Alpha Menace Elite 3
  • Stadium Updates
    • Steelers Stadium Rebrand
    • Browns new field art
    • Rams field goal pad updated
    • Bears tarps updated
    • Bengals Edgewall and tarps updated
    • Giants Edgewalls updated
Presentation and UI Updates:
  • Shortened the end-of-drive flow in Face of the Franchise
  • Reduced the blind spots in Cinematic version of Player Lock Camera
  • Fixed an issue with players disappearing from huddle when timeout was called
  • Fixed the incorrect wipe in Superstar KO postgame flow
  • Various stability fixes
  • Various polish updates to the User Interface
  • Fixed issue where difficulty setting in Team Select Pre Game that was not matching difficulty in Game Options from the Pause Menu
  • Fixed issue where Visual Feedback settings were not loaded in Play Now
  • Fixed issue where Tug-o-War graphic stays on screen the entire game
  • Removed non-inclusive language around vision settings



September 8, 2022 Patch Notes and Update:

Key Highlights:
  • Gameplay - General Blocking Updates (Both Run & Pass Blocking) 
  • Franchise - Fix for User to User Trades in Online Franchise 
  • Authenticity - New Alternate Helmets + Rookie Likeness Updates
  • General Stability Fixes across Modes. (MUT, FOTF, Franchise) 
Gameplay Updates:
  • Tuning to pass-block ‘handoff’ logic to allow pass blockers to handoff rushers to adjacent pass blockers during a defensive shed move attempt when targeting a separate rusher
  • Fixed an issue allowing a specific shed-move to be too powerful and too frequent by user-controlled pass rushers
  • Fixed a run-block targeting issue where the right tackle wouldn’t block the defensive end on Gun Spread Y-Slot Wk HB Base vs. specific defensive alignments
  • Fixed a run-block targeting issue leaving the DE unblocked on Singleback Bunch Quick Pitch vs. specific defensive alignments
  • Tuning to run-blocker pursuit to improve the blocking path against user-controlled defenders to better pick up user-LB’s stacking behind DL’s and shooting gaps
  • Tuning to pass-block movement to make pass blockers commit sooner to rushers moving near the line of scrimmage at the snap
    • DEV Note: This tuning should reduce lineman from taking themselves out of position to block blitzers and provide better prediction for the movement direction of the rushers.
  • Tuning to improve pass-block prediction to better anticipate the direction of the rusher when coming out of their stance and/or moving very slowly
  • Fixed an issue allowing the TE to be assigned incorrect hot-routes after using specific pre-snap motions in Bunch formations
  • Tuning to reduce match-distance on ‘Blow-Up Blocker’ interactions for user-controlled defenders
  • Tuning to Ball Carrier skill-moves to reduce drastic changes in speed
  • Tuning to reduce fumble chance for WR’s playing in the HB position
    • DEV Note: In playbook packages where a WR is intentionally placed at the HB position, such as those found in the 49ers and Rams playbooks, the risk of fumbling was too high. Playing out of position will still carry a higher fumble chance than not, but it will no longer be as significant of a risk based on these real-life playbook packages utilizing players like 49ers WR Deebo Samuel.
  • Fixed a rare issue causing a player to warp off the ground after a sideline catch
  • Tuning to Cover 4 Quarter CB’s to better cover outside streak routes in Trips formations
  • Fixed an issue causing receivers to sometimes step out of the back of the end zone while running their routes, leading to illegal touching penalties
  • Tuning to give elite receivers more separation vs. defensive backs in man-press
  • Tuning to better conserve momentum of WRs during mid-air collisions with defensive backs
  • Fixed an issue allowing HB wheel routes to beat Cover 1/Man Coverage too frequently
  • Tuning to reduce the catch-chance on tipped passes
  • Tuning to make the AI QB’s target user-controlled CB’s & LB’s more often in Face of the Franchise player-locked gameplay
  • Variety of animation updates for first-down celebrations pointing in incorrect directions
  • Updated nickel alignment position in Nickel and Dime Cover 2 Man plays vs. bunch formations
  • Updated the Detroit Lions NFL Live Playbook to be a 4-3 Defense book, and added three 4-3 formations to the Lions default defense book.
Franchise Updates:
  • Fixed an issue where user-to-user trades in online leagues were not working
  • Fixed an issue where CPU teams were not correctly using the franchise tag
    • DEV Note: While significantly improved, there will be rare instances where players right below what is perceived as “Elite” will be tagged.
  • Tuned QB Simulation Stats to reduce the number of plays run in games to lower overall player and team stats league wide
  • Tuned QB Regression
    • DEV Note: We noticed that as seasons progressed, there would be far too many highly rated QB’s across the league when compared to the base rosters. To combat this we slightly increased QB regression as they get older. This paired with the QB Sim Stats tuning should result in a distribution similar to base rosters as you get deeper into Franchise.
  • Tuned Contract Acceptance Factors/Rates
    • DEV Note: This tune was to address some edge case exploits; this should not have a major impact on Re-Sign or Free Agency in general.
  • Fixed an issue where the Free Agency offer bars were displaying out of order
  • Fixed an issue where sections of the Free Agency offer bars would sometimes appear white
  • Fixed an issue where the Free Agency offer bars would sometimes not display after offering a contract
  • Fixed an issue where the front-end difficulty wasn’t carrying over into Franchise
  • Fixed an issue where news stories were incorrectly referencing injuries suffered during practice as season-ending injuries
  • Fixed an issue where injured players were sometimes being included in trade packages
  • Fixed an issue where completed goals were appearing as incomplete
  • Fixed an issue where the reorder pop-up would stay on screen after reordering prospects on your favorites list
  • Fixed a crash when attempting to withdraw an offer during Re-Sign
  • Fixed an issue where the background would turn gray when navigating menus, rather than the team color
  • Fixed an issue where long user names were overlapping in the score ticker
  • Added text to player card for player’s with no tags
  • Fixed an issue with Snapshots where it would default to Week 1 rather than the current week
  • Fixed an issue where users were unable to sim past the 2051 Pro Bowl
  • Fixed an issue where if a commissioner advanced the week at the same time as a user joined, the commissioner would be locked out and the newly joined user would be able to advance the league
  • Fixed an issue causing Kansas City Chiefs assets to appear in the ‘QB Check In’ scenario after a Fantasy Draft.
Face of the Franchise Updates:
  • Fixed an issue causing duplicate versions of a coach to appear in a practice drill via Side Activities.
  • Fixed an issue causing duplicate helmets to appear in practice drills via Side Activities.
  • Fixed an issue sometimes preventing text message scenarios from appearing in the ‘Leadership’ Side Activity scenario.
  • Fixed a rare issue causing the apartment environment to appear inside of the team facility scenario.
  • Fixed an issue sometimes preventing the Level Up animation from showing the correct level in the flow when exiting a game.
  • Fixed an issue showing weekly goals under the incorrect difficulty tag for the Wide Receiver position.
  • Fixed a rare issue causing the avatar to reset to default visual settings after starting a second save file.
  • Fixed an issue preventing REP from updating on the Level widget after exiting Side Activities.
  • Fixed an issue causing the FOTF League menu to appear over the Main Menu after a long soak.
  • Fixed an issue sometimes causing drive goals to not appear in the correct state in the Super Sim screen.
  • General Stability improvements
Madden Ultimate Team Updates:
  • Rewards earned from completed Objectives in a Field Pass will now continue to appear in the UI rather than disappearing.
  • Addressed issue where the wrong art would visually display in the Field Pass rewards track.
  • Background art for Ultimate Challenges should now be displayed.
  • Numerous fixes when trying to Compare items.
  • Using “Reset all Filters” will now clear out “Search by Name”
  • Addressed issue where the focus state inside the Field Pass would show incorrectly when tabbing through categories.
  • Numerous alignment, scaling, font, and other misc. UI fixes.
  • Numerous improvements to overall stability.
The Yard Updates:
  • Fixed a rare issue causing users to be removed from online games for excessive delay incorrectly in Yard games
NFL Authenticity Updates:Lots of new content here for the start of the season and happy to share the following updates!
  • Uniform degradation improvements for Xbox Series X|S & PlayStation 5
  • Fixed an issue causing the Bengals field art to be flipped
  • Updated Bears field art
  • Updated colors on both Lions pants
  • Updated logos and art for Patriots Current Alternate Classic uniform set
  • Added the following new Alternate Helmets:
    • Texans
    • Saints
    • Bears
    • Cardinals
    • Bengals
    • Panthers
    • Giants
      • DEV Note: The 3 remaining teams that have new alternate helmets, the Cowboys, Jets and Eagles, will be included in an upcoming Title Update.
  • Vicis Zero 2 and Vicis Trench helmets and Facemasks added
  • Added the following  player likeness heads/faces:
    • Travon Walker | Jacksonville Jaguars - OLB
    • Derek Stingley Jr | Houston Texans - CB
    • Ahmad Gardner | New York Jets - CB
    • Kayvon Thibodeaux | New York Giants - OLB
    • Ikem Ekwonu | Carolina Panthers - OT
    • Evan Neal | New York Giants - RT
    • Drake London | Atlanta Falcons - WR
    • Charles Cross | Seattle Seahawks - LT
    • Chris Olave | New Orleans Saints - WR
    • Quay Walker | Green Bay Packers - MLB
    • Kaiir Elam | Buffalo Bills - CB
    • Tyler Smith | Dallas Cowboys - OT
    • Tyler Linderbaum | Baltimore Ravens - C
    • Jermaine Johnson | New York Jets - DE
    • Devin Lloyd | Jacksonville Jaguars - MLB
    • Devonte Wyatt | Green Bay Packers - DE
    • Cole Strange | New England Patriots - G
    • George Karlaftis | Kansas City Chiefs - DE
    • Daxton Hill | Cincinnati Bengals - S
    • Lewis Cine | Minnesota Vikings - S
    • Christian Watson | Green Bay Packers - WR
    • Zion Johnson | Los Angeles Chargers - G
    • Kyle Hamilton | Baltimore Ravens - S
    • Jameson Williams | Detroit Lions - WR
    • Jordan Davis | Philadelphia Eagles - DT
Music:
  • 2 Music Tracks
    • Cordae & Hit-Boy - CHECKMATE
    • Money Man, Babyface Ray, Key Glock feat. BLEU - NO LIMIT
Presentation and UI Updates:
  • Fixed an issue where end of game highlights were starting halfway into the play
  • Fixed an issue where players were wearing helmets in Super Bowl trophy celebration shots
  • Fixed an issue with broken camera during crowd shot in John Madden Legacy Game
  • Fixed an issue where kickoff camera could be obstructed by edge wall at Hard Rock Stadium
  • Fixed an issue where defensive player on-field was appearing in sideline celebration shot
  • Fixed an issue where the road team would do tunnel runout through the Cardinals’ props in pregame
  • Fixed an issue where player’s hand was clipping through teammate’s torso during Super Bowl celebration shot
  • Fixed an issue where coach’s chin would clip through chest in sideline shot
  • Fixed an issue where crowd member’s hand would clip through jacket in crowd shot
  • Fixed an issue where trainer wasn’t properly holding Gatorade bottle in injury shot
  • Fixed an issue where broadcast wipe was missing after the conclusion of a turnover replay
  • Fixed an issue where broadcast wipe was moving in slow motion after certain replays
  • Tuned frequency of player-specific walkback shots
  • Added functionality for jumbotrons at international stadiums to authentically show home team’s content
  • Fixed issue preventing users from seeing player stamina when going in and out of Formation Subs UI
  • Fixed issue where users cannot change play call tempo when VoIP is active
  • Gen4 - Fixed issue where VoIP window is blocked during first kickoff in MUT Squads or MUT Draft
  • Various stability fixes