EA has released Madden NFL 24 update 1.010 on PS5 and Xbox Series X|S this November 16 and this is the second patch released today, and this seems to be for Season 3. Read on for the Madden NFL 24 Season 3 rewards, patch notes and more.
Madden NFL 24 Update 1.010 Patch Notes | Madden NFL 24 Season 3 Patch Notes, Rewards:
Update: EA has revealed the complete patch notes.
GRIDIRON NOTES
X-Factor Mid Season Shuffle:
New X-Factor Players and Added Abilities
DEV NOTE: New abilities shown here are not available on PlayStation®4 and Xbox One versions. However, changes to X-Factor and Superstar players will be available on all platforms for Play Now and Regular Games.
- Jets – Ahmad “Sauce” Gardner
- Shutdown (X-Factor)
- Cowboys – DeMarcus Lawrence
- Run Stuffer (X-Factor)
- No Outsiders
- Instant Rebate
- Edge Threat
- Saints – Marshon Lattimore
- Shutdown (X-Factor)
- Bench Press
- Falcons – Jessie Bates III
- Shutdown (X-Factor)
- Pick Artist
New Superstar Players and Added Abilities
- Rams – Puka Nacua
- Short Out Elite
- Mid In Elite
- Texans – CJ Stroud
- Lofting Deadeye
- Cowboys – Tony Pollard
- Reach For It
- Jukebox
- Falcons – Bijan Robinson
- Jukebox
- Energizer
- Eagles – DeVonta Smith
- Runoff Elite
- Mid Out Elite
- Dolphins – Tua Tagovailoa
- Sideline Deadeye
- Fearless
- 49ers – Brock Purdy
- Gutsy Scrambler
- Inside Deadeye
- Vikings – T.J. Hockenson
- Mid Inside Elite
- Short Inside Elite
- Jaguars – Foyesade Oluokun
- Tackle Supreme
- Flat Zone KO
- Seahawks – Kenneth Walker III
- Arm Bar
- Matchup Nightmare
- Eagles – Jalen Carter
- Unpredictable
- Reach Elite
- Jaguars – Josh Allen
- Edge Threat
- Strip Specialist
- 49ers – Brandon Aiyuk
- Mid In Elite
- Deep In Elite
- Eagles – D’Andre Swift
- Balance Beam
- Energizer
- Lions – Aidan Hutchinson
- Edge Threat
- BOGO
Downgraded X-Factor Players
- Dalvin Cook
- DeForest Buckner
- Joe Burrow
- Joey Bosa
Downgraded Superstar Players
- Chandler Jones
- Alvin Kamara
- Calais Campbell
- Tee Higgins
- Fletcher Cox
GAMEPLAY:
- Re-Fixed the issue causing the kick meter menu to move after a pause and sometimes cover up the kick meter.
- DEV NOTE: Due to an integration issue merging the two previous title updates, a specific UI package did not reload appropriately in the latest patch and re-introduced this kicking menu issue.
- Fixed an issue with avoidance logic sometimes causing receivers to stop their route when running a slant route.
- Fixed an issue sometimes causing a user-controlled defender to attempt an effort-catch instead of an actual catch attempt.
- Fixed an issue causing the ‘Poor Visibility’ Dynamic Gameday modifier to impact the QB on the home team.
- Fixed an issue causing the kick returner to sometimes warp/slide when catching a kickoff.
- Fixed several issues preventing safeties in man coverage from aligning appropriately to split out running backs in the Dime 2-3 formation.
- Fixed an issue causing the tight end to align offsides when using an audible to go from Gun Empty HB Wide to Gun Empty Chips Quad.
- Fixed a rare issue preventing the ball carrier from being ruled down correctly after falling from a trip/stumble resulting from a low dive tackle from behind.
- Fixed an issue causing a player to freeze after attempting an early lunge tackle out of bounds.
- Tuning to increase interception catch-chance.
Blocking
- Fixed an issue preventing the right tackle from targeting the defensive end when next to a block-and-release tight end.
- Fixed an issue preventing the defensive end from getting targeted after using a hot route to put a tight-split receiver in a block-and-release assignment into a streak route.
- Fixed an issue causing defensive linemen to sometimes get stuck in certain blocking animations for the entire play.
- Fixed an issue causing an elite edge rusher engaged in a double team to shed to the inside, allowing the QB to easily escape the pocket.
- Fixed an issue causing the center and guard to run into each other on the RPO Pin Alert Bubble play.
- Fixed an issue causing the pulling guard to stutter-step after coming out of his stance when running Gun Slot Offset RPO Counter Read.
- Fixed an issue allowing the blitzing nickelback to be unblocked on Dollar DB Fire 2 vs. I-Form Slot Close.
Post Play
- Added new signature walks, stances, gestures, and facial animations for:
- Bills QB Josh Allen
- Vikings WR Justin Jefferson
- Cowboys LB Micah Parsons
- Jets CB Sauce Gardner
- Fixed the chest-pound celebration for 49ers RB Christian McCaffrey so he places the ball in the correct hand.
- Fixed an issue causing Cardinals QB Kyler Murrary’s feet/body to sometimes twitch after the whistle.
- Fixed an issue causing the ball to flip/warp in the QB’s hands when transitioning into a Pocket-idle animation from an under-center 5-step dropback.
FRANCHISE MODE:
DEV NOTE: The following changes are exclusive to the Playstation 5, Xbox Series X/S, and PC.
- Updated Franchise Superstar/X-Factor abilities to align with Front End.
- Reworked Franchise Tag Selection Logic for AI Controlled Teams.
- DEV NOTE: AI controlled teams will look into using the Franchise Tag based on a variety of new factors. The AI will factor in the player’s development trait which helps make up his overall player value. They will also look at the player’s desired contract and compare that to the Franchise Tag salary for their specific position as another factor into who they will tag.
- Desired Contract Earnings will now scale relative to the Salary Cap Growth at the end of each Season.
- DEV NOTE: Previously as you would get further along in your Franchise, the overall Salary Cap would go up, but players’ desired contracts at their position would not go up equally.
- Fixed a handful of Franchise News text bugs.
- DEV NOTE: This update is implemented on all platforms.
MADDEN ULTIMATE TEAM:
- Fixed an issue where Event specific currencies would randomly disappear from the screen and reappear later.
- Fixed an issue in SSKO that would auto-select the second pick.
- Fixed an issue that caused field passes in the Live Events tab to not have filled progress bars even if the field pass was complete.
- Fix an issue that caused the archetype text on cards to turn gray and become difficult to read.
- Fixed an issue that caused the point balance to visually display 0 after attempting to purchase a field pass level without enough points.
- Fixed an issue where the direct purchase panel on the play tab was not updating how many packs had been purchased.
- Fixed an issue that caused the timer on champions events to disappear after starting a champions game.
- Fixed an issue that caused stats not to populate when comparing players in a field pass.
- Fixed an issue that caused the field pass bar not to update after purchasing a field pass level until the user re-entered MUT.
- Updated Headliners XP items to display proper rarity.
- Removed the sets menu tile if there are no sets present.
- Fixed an issue that caused an error in squads when trying to view a teammate’s lineup.
- Added Rank icons to the Champions leaderboard.
SUPERSTAR MODE:
- Fixed an issue where incorrect stats were showing for my CAP during Off Season flow.
- Fixed an issue where the “Lions Roar Back” news portrait had a Panthers player in the background.
- Fixed an issue where Get 2+ Hitsticks progress was shown as 0/1 in game.
- Fixed an issue where the Washington Football Team jersey was being used for Commanders.
- Fixed an issue where Patrick Mahomes’ logo appears as the Raiders on “Opposites Attract” news.
- Fixed various script loss and crash issues related to stability.
- Fixed an issue where REP appeared instead of XP in the Booster Description on the Customize screen.
- Fixed an issue where the 3D avatar was not displayed in the Booster screen.
- Fixed an issue where animations appeared locked after purchase if not equipped during the purchase flow.
- Fixed an issue in Showdown Mode where the player was taken to the hub screen after returning from an event.
- Fixed an issue in Showdown Mode where player hud was overlapping the EGF screen after leveling up in an SD match.
- Fixed an issue causing a broken gameplay camera when attempting to use hurry-up offense on 3rd down.
NFL AUTHENTICITY:
- Fixed multiple gloves with logo-mirroring issues, specifically Jordan and Adidas branded gloves.
- Fixed multiple issues around generic head hair/skin areas.
- Fixed Patriots warning label color on helmet.
- Fixed Melvin Gordon’s skull cap placement.
- Fixed Broncos White helmet side logo to be accurate.
- Fixed issue with Browns front number placement on their 2017 uniforms.
- Fixed issue with Vapor Edge Elite 360 2 cleat appearing black on one side.
- Fixed a number of small clipping issues on coach and player heads.
- Updated Derek Carr’s hair and beard.
PRESENTATION:
- Fixed text for wipe in pregame at international stadiums.
- Fixed post play camera appearing inside the edge wall near midfield at MCS stadium.
- Fixed out-of-focus post play camera of head coach on the sideline.
UI:
- Various stability updates.
- Various player portrait updates.
- Various UI polish updates.
AUDIO:
- Fixed the issue with player spotlight audio being cut off during pregame.
EA has not revealed the patch notes just yet, though we’re expecting that to change soon. In the meantime, go read up on the rewards, the upcoming event and more.
ULTIMATE TEAM PROGRAMS
HARVEST
There’s plenty to be thankful for during Ultimate Team Harvest this season. Fill your plate with 92 OVR Champions, Thanksgiving Day Players that get upgraded if they play well on Turkey Day, and Hungry Harvest Players that upgrade even more when fed a Turducken collectible.
BLITZ: PREM1ERE
Earn dominant rookies in a class of their own during Blitz: PREM1ERE, starting November 23. Chase 92 OVR Champions equipped with a speed rating boost, pick up an upgradable player item at login, and play the fast-paced “Blitz OT” House Rules mode for more rewards.
FIELD PASS PLAYER ITEMS
Work your way up the Season 3: Run It Back Field Pass to earn storied NFL playmakers like Michael Vick, Darren Woodson, and Barry Sanders, all equipped with brand-new abilities. Note: PS4™ and Xbox One users can earn these weekly player items but they will not have the new abilities.
- Michael Vick | QB | 93 OVR
- Earn Vick by logging in to Ultimate Team during Season 3.
- Starting OVR is 85, can be upgraded to a 93 OVR with collectibles earned at various levels of the Field Pass (Level 10, 20, 30, 40 and 50).
- Vick will unlock a new superstar ability, Backyard QB, once fully upgraded.
- Backyard QB description: Passers with this ability have access to four extra hot routes during preplay adjustments and receive more immediate playmaker reactions from WRs.
- Vick will also receive his own special X-Factor, ‘04 Vick.
- ‘04 Vick description: Run it back with Vick! The ultimate cheat code will have improved scrambling speed leaving the pocket.
- Activation Requirements: Rush 1+ yards 8 times
- Deactivation Requirements: Don’t get tackled for a loss
- Note: QB scrambles on passing plays or designed QB runs will count towards the activation
- ‘04 Vick description: Run it back with Vick! The ultimate cheat code will have improved scrambling speed leaving the pocket.
- Bruce Matthews | LG | 92 OVR
- Earnable at Level 45.
- Matthews comes with a new superstar ability, Omniscient.
- Omniscient description: Players with this ability can detect user-controlled defenders before the snap; as well as 3rd and 4th down blitzers. Can be bluffed.
- Darren Woodson | SS | 91 OVR
- Earnable at Level 35.
- Woodson comes with a new superstar ability, Deep Zone KO.
- Deep Zone KO description: Defenders with this ability force more catch knockouts and react quicker in deep zone coverage; 20+ yards from the LoS.
- Barry Sanders | HB | 90 OVR
- Earnable at Level 15.
- Starting OVR is a 90 and can be upgraded to a 91 OVR with a collectible earned at Level 55 (note: the collectible earned at Level 55 can only be applied to either Sanders or Hendricks. The collectible is interchangeable and can be applied to either player at any time depending on team fit.)
- Sanders comes with a new superstar ability, Backyard HB.
- Backyard HB description: When lined up at running back; players with this ability have access to four additional hot routes during preplay adjustments; and react more promptly to playmaker inputs.
- Ted Hendricks | LOLB | 90 OVR
- Earnable at Level 5.
- Starting OVR is a 88 and can be upgraded to a 90 OVR with a collectible earned at Level 25. Hendricks can be upgraded even further to a 91 OVR by applying a collectible to his item earned at Level 55 (note: can only be applied to either Sanders or Hendricks. The collectible is interchangeable and can be applied to either player at any time depending on team fit.)
REWARD PATH
Level 2: Gold Player Pack
Level 3: 10,000 Coins
Level 4: Gold Player Pack
Level 5: 88 OVR Ted Hendricks Player Item
Level 6: 10,000 Coins
Level 7: Random Strategy Item
Level 8: Playmaker Pack
Level 9: 10,000 Coins
Level 10: Michael Vick Upgrade Token
Level 11: Gold Player Pack
Level 12: 10,000 Coins
Level 13: Uniform Item
Level 14: Max Fantasy Pack
Level 15: 90 OVR Barry Sanders Player Item
Level 16: 10,000 Coins
Level 17: Random Strategy Item
Level 18: Playmaker Pack
Level 19: 10,000 Coins
Level 20: Michael Vick Upgrade Token
Level 21: Uniform Pack
Level 22: Random Strategy Item
Level 23: Max Fantasy Pack
Level 24: 10,000 Coins
Level 25: Ted Hendricks Upgrade Token
Level 26: Playmaker Pack
Level 27: 10,000 Coins
Level 28: Pro Playmaker Pack
Level 29: 10,000 Coins
Level 30: Michael Vick Upgrade Token
Level 31: 10,000 Coins
Level 32: Max Fantasy Pack
Level 33: 10,000 Coins
Level 34: Uniform Pack
Level 35: 91 OVR Darren Woodson Player Item
Level 36: 10,000 Coins
Level 37: Max Fantasy Pack
Level 38: 10,000 Coins
Level 39: Star Elite Pack
Level 40: Michael Vick Upgrade Token
Level 41: 10,000 Coins
Level 42: Pro Max Fantasy Pack
Level 43: 10,000 Coins
Level 44: Playmaker Pack
Level 45: 92 OVR Bruce Matthews Player Item
Level 46: 10,000 Coins
Level 47: Star Elite Pack
Level 48: 10,000 Coins
Level 49: ProPlaymaker Pack
Level 50: Michael Vick Upgrade Token
Level 51: 20,000 Coins
Level 52: Season 4 XP Collectible
Level 53: Star Elite Pack
Level 54: 20,000 Coins
Level 55: Ted Hendricks/Barry Sanders Choice Upgrade Token
Level 56: 20,000 Coins
Level 57: Epic Strategy Fantasy Pack
Level 58: Star Elite Pack
Level 59: 20,000 Coins
Level 60: Triumph Elite Pack
SUPERSTAR SHOWDOWN LIVE EVENT: SNICKERS FUM-BOWL
GAMEPLAY ELEMENTS
- Don’t drop the ball in the all-new SNICKERS FUM-BOWL live event featuring a SNICKERS arena takeover coming soon.
- RULES
- Players will almost always fumble the ball when hit.
- Try to avoid defenders on your way to the end zone.
- Standard Showdown scoring rules apply.
REWARDS
- SNICKERS gear for your avatar
- Win during the live event to earn the new Superstar Showdown ability, Safeguard. The new ability, once applied to your avatar, will prevent fumbles on later downs.
- The new ability only works on your avatar in Superstar Showdown.
That’s about it. Once more info has surfaced, we’ll update the article. Don’t expect a lot of changes though, as we did get Title Update 4 earlier this month.
Update: Full patch notes added.
Source: EA