EA Sports NHL 26 is set to arrive on Game Pass and the EA Play List on April 16, giving subscribers on Xbox Series X|S and PlayStation 5 a chance to jump in without needing to purchase the game. Members with Xbox Game Pass Ultimate or EA Play will be able to download and start playing as part of their subscription once it becomes available, adding to the growing list of titles included in the service.
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Get ready to take to the ice and play like a superstar when NHL 26 joins EA Play on April 16. Experience Ice Q 2.0 powered by NHL Edge data, a reimagined Be A Pro mode, and HUT seasons. Also, Game Pass Ultimate subscribers will be able to grab an EA Play Supercharge Bundle for NHL 26 until May 16 and enjoy a 10% discount on EA digital purchases as part of their subscription.
EA released patch 1.6 a couple of weeks ago, addressing an issue in Be A Pro where camera views could become obstructed at the Delta Center. Outside of that fix, there were no other gameplay changes noted in the update. It also includes several updates and additions for World of Chel. Check out the full patch notes here.
Published: Apr 7, 2026 08:59 pm