Game update18 May 2026New Hotfix Now AvailableUpdate: The previous version of these notes included a few changes that are currently in testing and not available in the live build. They have been updated to reflect what is live. What’s up, Maximum Football fans! We’ve been closely following the feedback and conversations surrounding our latest update. We know there’s a lot of passion for the future of Maximum Football. Our immediate priorit…
We’re gearing up for the launch of MPL 2.0. To make sure Tuesday's rollout is as smooth as possible, we’re taking the servers offline for maintenance starting Sunday, May 3rd at 6pm PDT . Servers will remain down until the update drops at 9am PDT on May 5th . We know it’s a long window, but we’re using this time to prep the backend so you can jump straight into the new season without the typica…
From day one, Maximum Football has been about one thing: giving you a blank canvas to Build Your Ultimate Football Universe. Today, we’re taking the biggest leap yet in that journey. Welcome to MPL 2.0. In the old world, you were at the mercy of the draw. If you wanted a specific playstyle, you had to pray to the RNG gods for the right card. That era is over. In MPL 2.0, we’re shifting the powe…
Hi, Maximum Football fans - We’ve been tracking your reports since the Pre-Season 6 update, and the first set of fixes are here. We just pushed a hotfix to resolve the issues with custom logos. Good news: your save files are safe. You don’t need to redownload anything; your logos should be right where you left them. Here is what’s under the hood: · Logo Persistence: Fixed the bug that caused cu…
What’s up Maximum Football fans, and welcome to Pre-Season 6: Training Camp! Today’s update and pre-season launch is a foundational moment for Maximum Football as we prepare for a new era with our new development partner, Open Ocean Games. Here’s what’s inside the latest update available on all platforms today! Pre-Season 6: Training Camp As we gear up for brand new MPL systems (more on this ne…
Hi Maximum Football fans, The end of 2025 gave you Franchise mode and a fresh season of content. Now, we’re working toward the future. Our goal is simple: a faster, tighter, more rewarding football experience. The New Team In 2026, Maximum Football hits a new gear. We’ve partnered with Open Ocean Games to lead development. This is a team of experts in building online, persistent experiences. Th…
A small patch is live with fixes and improvements across Franchise and stability. What’s included. · Fixed Franchise coach contracts failing to update when replaced or rehired. · Fixed draft offers allowing the same picks to appear multiple times. · Fixed sporadic crashes reported across modes. · Added more items from The Golden Era Season Pass to the in-game store. · Fixed a UI issue on the ne…
Maximum Football fans, Happy Holidays! Get ready to kick off the festive season with the launch of our brand new, Season 5: Holiday Blitz . This holiday-themed season features a 50-tier progression pass offering both free and premium rewards. Players can unlock some of our most creative cosmetic items yet to truly deck the halls in style. These include fun items like reindeer antlers for helmet…
Franchise Mode arrives today, and it opens up a whole new part of the Maximum Football universe. Dynasty has given players the chance to build their own college programs, recruit stars, and shape careers from the ground up. Now you get to carry those stories forward and create new ones in the pros. Franchise is Available Now! Try your hand at managing a pro team by building your roster from fre…
Franchise Mode arrives on December 9, and we know many of you have been waiting for a peek behind the curtain. You sent in a ton of great questions, so we pulled together answers to help you get a clearer picture of what to expect on day one. If you missed our Franchise Deep dive last week , you should check it out here! Now, on to the questions. What attributes do coaches and other staff have?…
We’re closing out the year with something special for our wonderful community: the Winter Classic Showcase ! This is a community contest for Maximum Football fans to design and submit their own custom team for a chance to have it added to the game . Whether you build a team rooted in gridiron tradition or dream up something completely out of left field, this is your opportunity to make your mar…
Maximum Football’s Franchise mode delivers a fully customizable pro football experience that puts the power directly in your hands. Rulesets, roster moves, every detail of your league is yours to control. But let’s not bury the lede. We know what you came here for: the release date. Franchise mode arrives December 9, 2025. That’s when you’ll officially be able to expand your football universe i…
It’s been one year since Maximum Football first launched into Early Access on Steam, and what a year it’s been. The game has grown tremendously thanks to your feedback, support, and passion for the gridiron. Free Gift Available Now! To celebrate this milestone, we’re giving every player a special thank-you gift ! Simply log into the game anytime between now and December 7th to claim it. Franchi…
What’s up, Maximum Football fans! It’s hard to believe it’s been almost a year since Maximum Football first launched into Early Access. Since then, we’ve shipped a ton of updates—many of them shaped directly by your feedback. From the start, we’ve said this is a game we’re building with the community, and today we’re taking another step to make that connection even stronger. We’re excited to in…
What’s up Maximum Football fans! New month, new dev blog! September has been a big month for Maximum Football. From a new season to gameplay improvements on the field, the team has been hard at work building on the foundation we launched earlier this year. This blog is your behind-the-scenes look at what’s new, what’s coming soon, and how we’re continuing to push the game forward with your feed…
What’s up, Maximum Football fans! Season 4 of Maximum Football is now live, bringing a mix of new features, gameplay improvements, and expanded customization. This update introduces the Hard Hitting 80s Season Pass, smarter CPU playcalling with the first iteration of PlaySense, 10 new offensive playbooks, and the debut of option plays with run-pass options. You will also find new number customi…
What’s up, Maximum Football fans! It’s the most wonderful time of the year — the bands are playing, the turf is flying, and football season is officially here. To go along with the kickoff of the new football season, we’ve got a brand-new developer blog that dives into what the team has been working on and what’s in store for the future. Our Next Update The road to 1.0 was a big milestone, and…
Hi Maximum Football Fans, We’ve just rolled out a new hotfix to address several issues introduced in last week’s title update. Thank you for your patience while we worked to get these fixes into your hands. Here’s what’s included: · Fixed an issue where MPL playbooks could be incorrectly swapped between home and away teams in multiplayer matches. · Fixed an issue where the MPL depth chart did n…
What’s up, Maximum Football fans! We are excited to publish our first major update to Maximum Football since launching into 1.0 last month. This update includes a number of bug fixes, gameplay improvements, and feature updates designed to address some of the main points of feedback we’ve been hearing from the community since 1.0 launch. In our most recent Dev Blog, we shared that a new CPU play…
Hey, Maximum Football fans! Luke here with a brand new look behind the curtain at what the team is working on in Maximum Football. It’s been about a month since we released Maximum Football on PlayStation 5 and we’ve seen new teams created, new MPL records set, and a ton of new faces join our community. Thanks so much for the support and feedback you’ve shown through this first month of 1.0 and…
A new hotfix is now live for Maximum Football ! This update primarily focused on improving stability and performance across all platforms, as we prepare for a larger update to Maximum Football later this month. We also wanted to make the players aware, that the team knows about an issue some players are encountering where logos, teams, and dynasty saves can sometimes fail to appear when loading…
We’ve got a new hotfix rolling out that tackles several bugs, quality of life issues, and clarity improvements across multiple areas of the game. From customization quirks to gameplay tuning, here’s what’s included in the latest update: 🛠 Patch Highlights · Team Customization Clarity · Team selection menus now correctly show your Team avatar , not the best player — avoiding confusion when Play…
The wait is over: Maximum Football 1.0 officially launches today on Steam, Xbox Series X|S, and, for the first time ever, PlayStation 5. Over the past year, we’ve worked hand-in-hand with the community through Beta to Early Access and Game Preview. Your feedback has helped shape the game through dozens of updates and improvements, from brand new features like Coach Mode and full Dynasty spectat…
Mark your calendars: Maximum Football officially launches into 1.0 on June 17 After launching into Steam Early Access and Xbox Game Preview last year, we’ve delivered over a dozen updates and hotfixes to improve gameplay, enhance quality of life, and expand the game's core features. From Coach Mode and couch multiplayer to invite-based online play and full Dynasty spectating, many of the most i…
The wait is almost over — Maximum Football hits 1.0 on June 17! Check out our brand-new 1.0 Release Date Trailer to see what’s in store as we take the next big step in our journey: 👉 Watch the trailer now And that’s not all — tomorrow at 9 AM PDT, we’re dropping a full Developer Blog that breaks down everything coming in 1.0, from new gameplay improvements to customization updates and more. Se…
What’s going on, Maximum Football crew! Luke here from the Maximum Football team, kicking off a new regular check-in series where we break down what we’re working on—and what you can look forward to in Maximum Football. These check-ins are a way for us to pull back the curtain and bring you deeper into our development process. Maximum Football is a game being shaped by its community, and we wan…
We’ve just released a hotfix that addresses two key issues reported by the community: · Fixed a bug that could duplicate cards in MPL inventories · Resolved an issue where players' MPL depth charts could get scrambled If you were affected by either of these, a quick restart after updating should set things right. Thanks as always for your feedback and patience!
Hey everyone! We’ve just released a new hotfix for Maximum Football that addresses several issues reported by our community across Discord and social media. Here’s what’s been fixed: · 🕒 Resolved multiple clock-related bugs where the game clock would stop or run unexpectedly. · 🏈 Fixed a bug where calling a timeout before halftime could still let the half expire and incorrectly charge you a t…
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