As with every Madden release since ‘99, Franchise Mode features a unique way to enjoy some pigskin, with you taking control as either a Head Coach, a Star Player, or a Team Owner, and micromanaging decisions to get your team to the top. Madden 23 changed the formula a little bit with Franchise Mode, so we’ve got a few tips and tricks to get you settled in.
First off, the key differences between the game modes:
- Head Coach – The standard Franchise mode. Draft and call plays, make trades, conduct negotiations and scouting attempts, and more.
- Player – You only control one Player on one Team. This differs from Face of the Franchise a little bit, but the similarities are close enough.
- Owner – You manage and coach your team, as well as set prices and micromanage feedback. The key distinction is if you ever plan to relocate your team anywhere, you must be an Owner to do so. You will not be able to relocate if you are a Player or Head Coach.
Once you load in and select a team to represent, you choose either Staff Builder or Team Builder, which confer bonuses to either your Staff selection or your Team selection talent trees. You can choose whichever one you feel comfortable with.
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Now that you’re in Franchise mode good and proper, here are some tips for getting the most out of your game: