NHL 26 Release Date, Price, and Pre-Order Bonuses Revealed Ahead of Official Announcement

by Salal Awan

EA Sports’ upcoming hockey title NHL 26 has had its key details leaked ahead of the official reveal, courtesy of reliable insider @billbil_kun. The next installment in EA’s long-running hockey franchise is set to arrive on September 12, 2025, for PlayStation 5 and Xbox Series X|S, with both physical and digital editions priced at $69.99 USD.

Pre-ordering the Standard Edition will grant players several in-game bonuses, including:

  • 500 NHL Points
  • HUT NHL Player Pack
  • World of Chel (WOC) Battle Pass XP Boost (x2)
  • Instant Reward in NHL 25: Matthew Tkachuk 99 OVR card (digital pre-orders only)

While the official trailer and full details are expected later today, these early leaks provide a clear picture of what fans can expect. The reveal trailer is set to premiere on EA Sports’ official channels, offering a first look at gameplay enhancements, new features, and potential upgrades for the latest generation of consoles.

NHL 26 continues EA Sports’ commitment to delivering an authentic hockey experience under licenses from the National Hockey League (NHL) and the National Hockey League Players’ Association (NHLPA), ensuring real teams, players, and arenas return once again for the upcoming season.

The official announcement will likely include details on game modes, technical improvements, and whether any cross-play or next-gen enhancements will be added this year. Stay tuned for the trailer, which you can watch here: EA Sports NHL 26 Reveal Trailer.

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