After more than a decade-long hiatus, EA Sports is finally ready to give fans what they’ve eagerly waited for — a full reveal of *College Football 25*. The upcoming resurrection of the beloved college football video game series was teased Monday in a nostalgic, late-night post on EA’s official X (formerly Twitter) account, featuring a picture of a Waffle House menu with the caption: “Coming to a Waffle House near you 🔜.”
While cryptic, the post was quickly decoded by fans and insiders alike as a reference to *College Football 25*, the franchise’s long-anticipated return following its last release, *NCAA Football 14*, in 2013. EA followed up shortly after with an official announcement confirming that the full reveal is scheduled for this week, though a specific date and time has yet to be disclosed.
The timing isn’t coincidental. EA has been building momentum for the game since announcing its development in 2021. Now, with NIL (Name, Image, and Likeness) regulations finally allowing real college athletes to appear in video games, anticipation for the title has reached a fever pitch. EA confirmed earlier this year that over 11,000 athletes had opted into the game, suggesting a robust roster of real player likenesses for the first time in franchise history.
While details about game modes, features, and release platforms remain under wraps, fans are hoping for a modern overhaul of Dynasty Mode, robust online play, and faithful recreations of iconic college stadiums and traditions. Previous entries were beloved for their deep customization and immersion in the uniquely passionate world of college football — aspects many hope return in *College Football 25*.
If the Waffle House teaser — a classic post-game hangout spot for many college football players — is any indication, EA is leaning heavily into the cultural details and traditions that made the original franchise a fan favorite. With the full reveal imminent, gamers and college football diehards alike are counting down the hours until EA finally takes the lid off what could be one of the most exciting sports game releases in years.