EA College Football 25 trailer: Here's a first look at new NCAA video game after 10-year absence

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The wait is almost over.

After 10 years without an NCAA football video game, EA Sports is one step closer to the highly anticipated release of its latest college football title.

EA Sports revealed the official trailer for College Football 25 on Friday. The hype video served its purpose, getting football-loving gamers fired up with several hyperspecific nods to some of the greatest traditions in college football.

Between those Easter eggs and the appearances of college football stars — including Texas quarterback Quinn Ewers, Colorado defensive back and wide receiver Travis Hunter and Michigan running back Donovan Edwards — fans are thrilled about the idea of competing with their favorite teams and players.

Check out the full College Football 25 trailer and more information about the game below.

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EA Sports College Football 25 trailer

Stadium noise and college fight songs quickly turn to the Guns N' Roses hit "Welcome to the Jungle" as College Football 25 flexes its new graphics and attention to detail in the official trailer.

Key nuggets from EA Sports College Football 25 trailer

The College Football 25 trailer helps fans understand the level of detail that went into the creation of this game.

Each school's specific traditions are part of what makes college athletics so great. EA Sports ensured college football fans and teams felt seen with an ode to several pregame and in-game traditions.

The video starts with Boise State's famous blue turf and ends with reigning champion Michigan hoisting the College Football Playoff trophy. In between, there are plenty of nods to different schools' traditions to build up the excitement of playing as your favorite team or alma mater.

You can find a list of the highlights below:

  • Boise State's blue turf
  • Clemson's "Howard's Rock"
  • Notre Dame's "Play Like A Champion Today" sign
  • Boston College's Eagle statue
  • Florida's Gator head statue
  • LSU's "Win Bar"
  • Wyoming's Cowboy statue
  • Texas' live mascot "Bevo"
  • Wake Forest's Demon Decon mascot on his motorcycle
  • The USC Trojan planting his sword at the 50-yard line
  • Iowa's "Hawkeye Wave" to the children's hospital
  • Alabama's Turnover Belt
  • Michigan hoisting the College Football Playoff trophy

And that's just to name a few.

EA Sports College Football 25 cover

There are two covers for College Football 25.

Both covers feature Texas' Ewers, Michigan's Edwards and Colorado's Hunter. The deluxe edition also shows Alabama quarterback Jalen Milroe, Georgia quarterback Carson Beck and Ohio State running back Quinshon Judkins.

You can find both covers below.

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EA Sports College Football 25 release date

  • Date: July 19, 2024

EA Sports College Football will be released on July 19, 2024. Fans who pre-order the deluxe edition of the game will also receive three-day early access beginning on July 16, 2024.

You can pre-order copies of the game now.

EA Sports College Football 25 price

  • Standard Edition: $69.99
  • Deluxe Edition: $99.99
  • MVP Bundle Deluxe Edition (including Madden 25 Deluxe Edition): $149.99

There are three editions of College Football 25 that vary in price.

The standard edition is solely College Football 25 with no added bonuses.

The deluxe edition comes with a variety of rewards for game modes like Road to Glory and Ultimate Team.

The MVP Bundle is for those who plan on purchasing both College Football 25 and Madden 25, giving the most diehard football gamers both copies for one discounted price. You can read more about the features of the MVP Bundle here.

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Kyle Irving is an NBA content producer for The Sporting News.