# Madden NFL 27 Coming to Apple Arcade EA's football simulation series makes its debut on Apple Arcade. - **Source:** [Engadget - Technology News & Expert Reviews](https://brifing.si/source/16dd2da6-3eea-4d1e-b34f-45e846cdf037) - **Published:** 2026-07-14 - **Topic:** [Business](https://brifing.si/c/business) - **Original article:** - **On Brifing:** https://brifing.si/s/e355be09-3270-48ac-8955-cfe083c329e4 ## A New Football Experience on Apple Arcade EA Sports' famous football simulation series, Madden NFL, will appear on Apple Arcade for the first time. Madden NFL 27 Arcade Edition will be playable on iPhone, iPad, Mac, and Apple TV starting August 7. This move marks the game's expansion into a mobile and subscription-based platform. ## Launching Before Console and PC Versions The Apple Arcade version will release six days before the console and PC editions. Players can enjoy different experiences thanks to both touch controls and controller support. Dynamic player ratings based on real-life performances are also a highlight. ## Franchise Mode and Quick Play Options In addition to Quick Play, players can take on the role of a team's general manager in Franchise mode, strategizing to win a Super Bowl. However, the Ultimate Team mode will not be included in the Apple Arcade version. ## Return to Mac After 19 Years The Madden NFL series is returning to the Mac platform after a 19-year absence. The last Mac game in the series was NFL Madden 08, released in 2007. This move aims to strengthen Apple's presence in the gaming market. ## Alongside Other Sports Titles Madden NFL 27 Arcade Edition will join popular sports games like NBA 2K26 Arcade Edition and Football Manager 26 Touch on Apple Arcade. Additionally, another football game, Retro Bowl College+, will launch on August 6. ## Subscription Model and the Gaming Industry Apple Arcade's subscription model eliminates in-app purchases and ads, offering a new business model for major franchises like Madden NFL. The growth of the mobile gaming market is transforming traditional gaming platforms. ## Sources covering this story - https://www.engadget.com/2214777/madden-nfl-27-apple-arcade-edition-arrives-on-august-7/ — --- _Summary written by Brifing from the original reporting. Copyright in the original article belongs to its publisher; read the full piece at the link above._