Why EA College Football 25 won’t have Enter Sandman, Jump Around and more iconic songs

The atmosphere at college football stadiums is unmatched. All over the country, venues fill with diehard fans, ready to bring energy to their favorite football team.

That environment isn’t just limited to reality, either. With the return of an NCAA football video game on the horizon, that means that gamers can get hyped up as well for their virtual experience playing college football.

EA College Football 25 is bringing back plenty of what made the series a smash hit over a decade ago. Every program’s fight song is set to be included in the latest edition of the game, creating a realistic aura for its users.

It’s not just the tunes belted out by marching bands, either. There are certain songs that are staples in the college football world that are set to be included in the game — and a couple of iconic jams that unfortunately are not going to be heard.

When you’re talking about the best college football entrances, there are not many that can top Virginia Tech. The Hokies use Metallica’s 1991 song “Enter Sandman” to get the stadium rocking as the football team races onto the field.

Unfortunately, the licensing for Metallica songs is quite expensive, according to The Athletic’s Chris Vannini. Instead, a generic rock tune is played that sounds somewhat similar, but let’s face it — nothing will hit the same as the original.

Jump Around – House of Pain

Badgers fans are going to be disappointed in the omission of one of their favorite tunes. House of Pain’s “Jump Around” is a staple at Camp Randall Stadium, with Wisconsin fans taking the title of the song and putting it into action by, well, jumping around.

Like “Enter Sandman” the rights to the song are just too expensive, so the tune isn’t included in the video game.

What songs are in EA College Football 25?

Kernkraft 400 – Zombie Nation

“Kernkraft 400” by Zombie Nation can be heard at venues all across sports. It’s the celebration song for a number of clubs, including the Boston Bruins of the NHL.

When it comes to the NCAA, Penn State is tied closely to it. It’s played multiple times during football contests at Beaver Stadium, with the crowd shouting out, “We are Penn State” in unison with the beat.

Another techno song that frequents the sporting scene is “Tsunami,” the 2014 hit by Dvbbs and Borgeous.

At Army games, the massive wave of Army Cadets can be seen jumping up and down in unison with the song blasted over the speakers.