How to play Madden 23 early

The launch of Madden 23 is slated to take place on August 19. With this being a tribute to the game’s namesake, you’re likely eager to try out the installment’s newest features and check out updated player ratings. Fortunately, there are a few methods that you can use to play the game almost a week early.

Playing Madden 23 early on EA Play

EA Play is the subscription service that caters to all things Electronic Arts, and the newest Madden release is no exception. EA is offering members of this service a ten-hour demo of Madden 23, allowing them to try the game before they buy. This trial period becomes available on August 16, putting the game in your hands a full three days early.

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All members of EA Play qualify for this offer, including the $4.99-per-month standard users. As such, this deal is best for those who are unsure about buying a full-price version of the game on release. Unlike something like Xbox Game Pass, the full version of Madden 23 won’t be available on EA Play at launch. In previous years, Madden eventually made its way to the service after a few months of being live. At the earliest, we would guess it will come to EA Play in January 2023.

Playing Madden 23 early with the All Madden Edition

The All Madden Edition of Madden 23 is the deluxe bundle of the game, coming with plenty of extra in-game goodies. If you’re passionate enough about Madden to pre-order this bundle, then part of your pre-order bonus includes full access to the game starting August 16, with no limits placed on how much or how often you can play. This deal is intended for those willing to pay the full $100 price tag of the All Madden Edition up front, so only pre-order this version if you truly expect to make the most of your early play.