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REDWOOD CITY, Calif. - Electronic Arts Inc. (NASDAQ:EA), currently trading near its 52-week high of $168.50, announced Wednesday that EA Sports NHL 26 will launch on September 12, 2025, for PlayStation 5 and Xbox Series X|S, featuring the Tkachuk family on its deluxe edition cover.
The cover will showcase Florida Panthers forward Matthew Tkachuk, his brother Brady Tkachuk of the Ottawa Senators, and their father Keith Tkachuk, a five-time NHL All-Star, marking a unique multi-generational hockey family presentation.
According to the press release, NHL 26 will incorporate NHL EDGE positional data (NHL Puck and Player Tracking) to enhance gameplay authenticity. The game will feature an updated ICE-Q 2.0 system that uses real-world sport data to inform player attributes and personal tendencies, including skating speed, shot power, and signature moves.
The game will also include a revamped Be A Pro mode with new storylines, characters, and cutscenes that allow players to experience a career path from rookie to NHL superstar. Additional features include a new Goalie Crease Control System and expanded X-Factors that highlight superstar abilities.
"NHL 26 is the most true-to-life experience we’ve ever built," said Mike Inglehart, Creative Director at EA Sports, in the statement.
Players who pre-order the Deluxe Edition will receive up to seven days of early access and additional in-game content. EA Play members can access a 10-hour trial starting September 5, 2025.
The game will also introduce HUT Seasons with new team-building mechanics, ranked matches, and an offline mode called HUT Cup Chase.
Electronic Arts reported GAAP net revenue of approximately $7.5 billion for fiscal year 2025, maintaining a robust gross profit margin of 79.14%. According to InvestingPro analysis, EA is currently trading at premium valuations with a P/E ratio of 39.76, suggesting the stock may be slightly overvalued relative to its Fair Value. Investors seeking deeper insights can access 12 additional exclusive ProTips and comprehensive valuation metrics through InvestingPro’s detailed research reports, which are available for over 1,400 US stocks including EA.
In other recent news, Electronic Arts reported strong financial results for the first quarter of fiscal year 2026. The company exceeded analyst expectations, posting an earnings per share (EPS) of $0.79 against the forecasted $0.63. Revenue also surpassed projections, with Electronic Arts reporting $1.3 billion compared to the anticipated $1.24 billion. Following these results, TD Cowen raised its price target for Electronic Arts from $172 to $183, maintaining a Buy rating on the stock. This adjustment was driven by the strong performance in the EA Sports division. Benchmark also reiterated its Buy rating and $180 price target after Electronic Arts exceeded its Q1 FY26 guidance, reporting net bookings of $1.298 billion and an adjusted EPS of $0.25. Additionally, Electronic Arts announced the launch of Battlefield 6 on October 10, 2025, featuring enhanced gameplay for new gaming platforms. Benchmark expressed increased confidence in the game’s commercial potential after attending the reveal event.
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