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DBAckattack
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2 months ago

Superstar Mode Hurry-Up Offense Bug – Locked in Spike Formation With No Controls

I want to report a major gameplay issue in Madden 26 Superstar Mode that affects the hurry-up offense. When running a hurry-up with no timeouts remaining, the game automatically puts my QB into the spike formation — but then completely locks out all controls.

 

When this happens:

 

  • I cannot snap the ball
  • I cannot audible
  • I cannot change the play
  • I cannot motion players
  • I cannot spike the ball
  • I cannot run a normal play
  • The play clock and game clock continue running
  • The drive usually ends because I’m stuck and can’t take any action

 

 

This effectively breaks the two-minute offense and prevents realistic late-game situations. It’s especially frustrating in Superstar Mode where every drive impacts stats, progression, and game results.

 

Why this is a problem:

 

  • The QB is frozen in spike formation with no ability to snap or run the play
  • Players lose control during the most important moments of the game
  • This can cost wins, playoff berths, and statistical milestones
  • It prevents realistic football strategy in hurry-up situations
  • It happens consistently whenever you have no timeouts remaining

 

 

Requested Fix:

Please update the Superstar logic so that:

 

  • The QB can snap the ball in spike formation
  • Or, the game does not force spike formation unless the user chooses it
  • Hurry-up offense works the same way it does in Play Now or Franchise
  • The player always maintains control of audibles, snaps, and play selection

 

 

This is a core gameplay issue that directly affects the flow and realism of Superstar Mode, and fixing it would greatly improve end-of-game scenarios.

 

Thank you for reviewing this issue.

1 Reply

  • I  hate when this happen to me destroys an epic moment. Than I have to restart because I have 1 minute left and I can’t hike the ball or do nothing 

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