Madden NFL 26 – Fix Crashes, FPS Drops, MUT Bugs & Franchise Mode Issues (Community Fixes & EA Tracker)

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Madden NFL 26 dropped on August 14, but as with every big sports release, fans quickly discovered the game has its fair share of launch-day problems. From PC stuttering and console crashes to Franchise save corruption and MUT pack glitches, the community has been hard at work sharing fixes that actually work while EA rolls out patches.

If you’re stuck with lag, freezes, or broken modes, this guide pulls together community-tested solutions, EA-confirmed workarounds, and known bug trackers so you can get back on the field without waiting for a patch.

๐Ÿ”ง PC Players: Performance Boosts That Actually Work

  • Shader Cache Reset (NVIDIA)
    Many users report deleting shader cache under NVIDIA Control Panel > Manage 3D Settings > Shader Cache Size clears stutter and shader compilation lag.

  • DX12 vs DX11
    If DX12 is causing constant crashes, try forcing DX11 through launch options.
    ๐Ÿ‘‰ Reddit user quote: “Forcing DX11 gave me stable 90fps instead of random drops to 40.”

  • AMD Users – Disable Anti-Lag/NIS
    These features sometimes conflict with Madden 26’s anti-cheat, leading to black screens or stutter.

Madden NFL 26 – Fix Crashes, FPS Drops, MUT Bugs & Franchise Mode Issues
๐ŸŽฎ Console-Specific Fixes Players Swear By

  • PS5 – Database Rebuild Trick
    Community members suggest running a weekly database rebuild if you’re deep into Franchise Mode. It reduces the risk of corrupted saves.

  • Xbox Series X|S – Quick Resume Warning
    Don’t just avoid Quick Resume—disable it in system settings. Players report corrupted saves and desync issues when it’s left on.

๐Ÿˆ Franchise Mode Crash Workarounds

Franchise fans are reporting a high crash rate when scouting or simming. Here’s what’s helping:

  • Turn off auto-saves and use multiple manual save slots.

  • Avoid scouting and advancing weeks in the same session—players say this almost always triggers a crash.

๐Ÿ’ณ MUT Pack Opening Bug (Confirmed by EA)

  • Workaround until patch:

    • Open packs one at a time.

    • Wait a few seconds before confirming.

    • Don’t skip animations.

EA Community Managers have confirmed a hotfix is coming for “mass pack opening crashes.”

๐ŸŒ Server & Connection Fixes Beyond the Basics

  • Change DNS
    Switch to Google DNS (8.8.8.8 / 8.8.4.4) → many players report fewer server disconnects.

  • Port Forwarding
    Opening Madden’s default ports has solved login errors for some:

    • TCP: 3659, 10000–20000

    • UDP: 3074, 3659

๐Ÿž Known Issues Tracker (Updated)

Here’s a running list of EA-confirmed bugs + community-tracked issues:

  • Face of the Franchise progression resets → EA acknowledged, no ETA.

  • Commentary looping bug (“Touchdown!” spam) → harmless, but immersion-breaking.

  • Custom Playbook disappearing online → workaround still pending.

๐Ÿ”ฅ Pro tip: Update the post weekly with EA patch notes + top Reddit fixes. Readers will keep coming back (and sharing) because it doubles as both a troubleshooting guide and a community-driven tracker. 

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