Madden NFL 24 has rolled out its latest title update, featuring the Franchise Crossplay Live Beta, Season 4 content for Ultimate Team, and various gameplay enhancements. The Franchise Crossplay Live Beta now enables players from Xbox, PlayStation, and PC to compete in the same Cloud Franchise league.
The previous title update on December 6 brought significant gameplay and stability improvements, addressing issues such as unfair bonuses for blockers and incorrect pass rush situations. However, the latest update not only addresses existing bugs and gameplay adjustments but also brings in an exciting new feature.
One of the standout additions in Madden NFL 24's Title Update 7 is the introduction of the Franchise Crossplay Live Beta. This feature allows friends playing on different platforms to engage in the same Cloud Franchise league. However, it's important to note that this feature is currently available only on current-gen consoles and PC. Users are advised to consider starting a new Franchise file to experience this new feature seamlessly.
Moreover, Madden NFL 24's latest update includes Season 4 content for Ultimate Team, offering new Field Pass rewards featuring Ray Lewis, Jerry Rice, Joe Montana, and Ty Law. The update also encompasses a range of bug fixes, stability improvements, and gameplay adjustments.
What's New in Madden NFL 24's Title Update 7?
- Franchise Crossplay Live Beta
- Ultimate Team's Season 4 content
- Bug fixes
- Stability improvements
- Gameplay adjustments
Madden NFL 24's new Franchise crossplay feature allows users to manage NFL teams in need of a rebuild while competing with players previously separated by different platforms. Additionally, potential streaming by LeBron James could bring a significant boost to the franchise's popularity on streaming platforms.
As for other football gaming news, anticipation is building for the release of EA's college football game, targeted for a Summer 2024 launch, while rumors around the game's showcase during the National Championship turned out to be false.
Madden NFL 24's Title Update 7 Patch Notes
GAMEPLAY
- Fixed an issue preventing defenders equipped with ‘Edge Threat’ from using non-engaged pass rush moves.
- DEV NOTE: The tolerances for non-engaged pass rush moves have been adjusted, allowing pass rushers to trigger moves before engaging with a blocker.
- Fixed an issue with the Conductor Ability not granting the user 2 adjustments as the QB was walking to the line.
- Tuned fatigue logic for defenders not dedicated to pass rushing, resulting in a more severe fatigue penalty when facing significantly larger blockers.
- DEV NOTE: Defenders not primarily pass rushers engaging in blocking mismatches will now suffer a significant fatigue penalty.
- General Stability fixes
FRANCHISE MODE
- The Franchise Crossplay Live Beta now allows Cloud Franchise leagues to include users of all supported Crossplay platforms. Crossplay is available on Xbox Series X|S, PlayStation®5, and PC platforms.* Internet connection, all game updates & EA account required. Check the League Settings to enable Crossplay* today!
- DEV NOTE: The feature is in live beta and can be implemented in any league. Starting a new Franchise file for Crossplay is strongly recommended in case the feature needs to be temporarily disabled during the live beta.
MADDEN ULTIMATE TEAM
- Resolved a crash occurring when the user clicked the “Show Quicksell” button on a locked pack in the New Item Flow.
- Fixed an issue causing some users to become stuck on the archive tab in field pass.
- Fixed leaderboards not updating data when switching between this week and the previous week.
- Corrected playbook discrepancies in MUT Practice Mode.
- Addressed various visual bugs and text overlaps.
- Enhanced performance of many UI transitions.
SUPERSTAR MODE
- Various stability updates
UI
- Over 600 player and generic portrait updates
- Various stability updates
CONTENT SHOWCASE
Season 4 goes live today. Let's take a look at some of the Field Pass Players you can begin earning and upgrading!
- Ray Lewis
- Ty Law
- Joe Montana
- Jerry Rice