The Dynasty Mode is confirmed to be in NCAA Football 24, exciting many fans who were immersed into the experience in past NCAA Football games. In this article we detail the mode, updates, and any changes we expect when NCAA Football 24 releases.
What is the Dynasty Mode?
The Dynasty mode is a game mode that allows a player to take control of an FBS College Football team and guide them through multiple seasons as either a Head Coach, Offensive Coordinator, or Defensive Coordinator. Regardless of role, the players are responsible for managing their chosen team’s roster, recruiting new players to the program, setting up player’s training, and competing against other programs for the hope of a national championship.
Recruiting
One of the most unique features of the Dynasty Mode is the recruiting process, which allows players to look at thousands of high school players and choose to pursue them for their program. This involves scouting prospective players, offering scholarships, and competing against other teams for the top recruits.
The last iteration of the franchise, NCAA Football 14, featured a toned-down version of recruiting to save player’s time and effort. We expect much of the same in NCAA Football 24 as developers hope to draw players to the on-field aspects of the game.
Coaching
As a head coach, players have the opportunity to make strategic decisions during games, such as choosing plays, making substitutions, and managing timeouts. Even if you are not privy to playing every game, you can choose the system of the offenses and defenses your team will run, the run v. pass breakdown, and several other ways to run your team from the sidelines.
One of the most fascinating parts of coaching is reaching goals. These goals decide whether you keep your job or get the boot, and figure to be a big part of the coaching experience in NCAA Football 24. As a head coach, you will receive goals for all aspects of the game, including on-field performance and recruiting
Your role as an Offensive or Defensive Coordinator is much of the same. Although you only run the side of the ball you choose (including goals), you are still responsible for recruiting for both sides of the ball. Usually it is easier to start as an OC or DC, and sustained success in these positions will lead to a job as a Head Coach at another program.
Choosing a Team
Players are given the opportunity to choose any FBS team to take over. Of course, some programs will be easier to run than others, but many see the difficulty of some opportunities as an enjoyable experience. As of writing the majority of Division 1 FBS teams have opted into NCAA Football 24.
However, 12 teams are still waiting for the final stages of the Name, Image, and Likeness Agreements (NIL) to be finalized. These programs include Air Force, Arizona State, Army, Clemson, Georgia State, Kentucky, Navy, New Mexico, Notre Dame, Pittsburgh, Troy, and USC. Although we have hopes these teams will reach an agreement before release date, nothing is guaranteed.
College Football Playoff and Bowl Games
Another unique feature of the Dynasty Mode is the postseason, which only featured Bowl Games in NCAA Football 14. For 24, we expect the full 12-team College Football Playoff and all of the branded Bowl Games that go along with it. This will give players the utmost opportunity to compete for the #1 spot in the rankings at the end of the season.