After more than a decade of anticipation, EA Sports is gearing up to revive the iconic College Football video game, with a rumored release date of July 12 for the much-awaited College Football 24 (NCAA 24). While the gaming community eagerly awaits confirmation from EA Sports, the potential return of the beloved series has already stirred excitement among fans.
Florida Gators reporter David Waters initially leaked the release date, stating that College Football 24 is expected to hit gaming platforms on July 12. Fans wasted no time expressing their enthusiasm, with one gamer humorously filing work PTO forms and others jokingly notifying friends and family about their impending gaming commitments.
Despite the initial wave of excitement, college football reporter Matt Brown threw a bit of uncertainty into the mix. Brown, having spoken to sources at EA Sports, stated, “Just talked to 2 people at EA with direct knowledge, and both said ‘we have not shared a direct date with anybody’ and would not confirm this date.” However, he acknowledged that July is the target for the game’s publication, leaving room for the rumored release date to be accurate.
The history of the College Football video game is marked by a hiatus that began in 2013 due to a legal dispute over player likeness. The recent changes in Name, Image, and Likeness (NIL) rules in college sports have provided an opportunity for the franchise’s revival. EA Sports officially announced the re-launch in February 2021, sparking speculation that a major update would coincide with the College Football Playoff final between Michigan and Washington.
Despite the Wolverines securing a decisive victory over the Huskies with a score of 34-13, no new information about College Football 24 emerged after the championship game, leaving fans eager for updates and a concrete confirmation of the highly anticipated game’s return.