Madden NFL 22 has today launched its January 14 update, so here’s the full list of changes and fixes with this patch. Today’s update is a smaller one in comparison to previous updates for the game, but it’s still split into both current-gen and next-gen. As such, we’ll be making that distinction below. You can expect a heap of bug fixes and minor changes to help improve the game’s quality, though that’s about all there is. Those that appreciate the nitty-gritty details though will have a few things to look forward to. Without further adieu, here’s everything new with Madden NFL 22 in its January 14 update!
Madden NFL 22 January 14 Update Patch Notes – Next-Gen
Key Highlights
- Gameplay tuning around Run Commit and RPO Peek Plays
- Various Franchise issues addressed
Gameplay Updates
- Addressed an issue when using Run Commit with 3 or fewer rushers on defense
- Updated functionality of RPO Peek plays so the ball will be handed off automatically when the QB does not throw the ball within the provided window.
- DEV NOTE: RPO Peek plays will now function like every other type of RPO play call, where the ball will be automatically handed off if the ball isn’t thrown. Players will be unable to scramble with the QB now unless they call RPO Read plays.
- Fixed a ‘Spike’ Touchdown Celebration animation where the ball would be in the wrong hand and the scoring player would do the spike with an empty hand.
- Addressed an issue with the Film Study Ability where the opponent’s play art was not being displayed in online games after meeting the requirements
Franchise Updates
- Fixed an issue where scenarios were incorrectly awards a development trait upgrade even though they failed reaching the goal when simming
- Fixed an issue where some scenarios were not tracking properly due to a bug with the stat type
- Fixed an issue where users would rarely hit a soft lock in the Training Recap screen
- Fixed an issue where users would occasionally soft-lock when exiting Franchise before the draft
- Fixed an issue where users would soft lock after exiting a game
In December, we reiterated our commitment to continuing to improve Franchise as a part of our ongoing Madden NFL 22 live service and beyond. This includes two upcoming Franchise updates that we’ll deliver in Madden NFL 22. We will have more detail on those updates in an upcoming Gridiron Notes, thank you!
Madden ID Updates
- Minor Stability Updates
Current-Gen
Key Highlights
- Gameplay tuning with RPO Peek plays
- Various Franchise issues addressed
Gameplay Updates
- Updated functionality of RPO Peek plays so the ball will be handed off automatically when the QB does not throw the ball within the provided window
- Addressed an issue with the Film Study Ability where the opponent’s play art was not being displayed in online games after meeting the requirements
Franchise Updates
- Fixed an issue where scenarios were incorrectly awards a development trait upgrade even though they failed reaching the goal when simming
- Fixed an issue where some scenarios were not tracking properly due to a bug with the stat type
- Fixed an issue where users would rarely hit a soft lock in the Training Recap screen
- Fixed an issue where users would occasionally soft-lock when exiting Franchise before the draft
- Fixed an issue where users would soft lock after exiting a game
In December, we reiterated our commitment to continuing to improve Franchise as a part of our ongoing Madden NFL 22 live service and beyond. This includes two upcoming Franchise updates that we’ll deliver in Madden NFL 22. We will have more detail on those updates in an upcoming Gridiron Notes, thank you!
Madden ID Updates
- Minor Stability Updates
Madden NFL 22 and the January 14 update are available on PC, PlayStation 4, PlayStation 5, Xbox One, Xbox Series X|S, and Google Stadia. For more information regarding this update, check out the official website.
