This madden is definitely above the rest. The motion, tackling and computer a.i. are off the charts good. Pat White is fun to play with as well as the recent update with the dog killing vick.Some things I have personally not liked are these: On online franchise mode, you can't edit players from say lolb to a de or such. Also, there is no salary cap from what I can see and you can't practice with your team or even export the roster. The ratings on some players that I feel are decent in the league to average are set at like a 60 overall. My biggest hate of the game comes from Microsoft/Madden in which you can PURCHASE cheats and things like that to make your players better...Talk about a scam. All in all though, I'm glad that the online franchise mode is back, rookie ratings aren't overly high, and the game in my opinion has taken a step forward...but still has a ways to go. I still love the madden franchises though and will continue to purchase them.Read full review
I have already seriously considered pawning this game and getting an earlier version.The presentation is unbelievable, however, I had to turn off the commentary after 2 days due to repitition. Custom soundtracks are a lie, you can only reorder the in-game tracks which are better than ever, but still not great. You can't save and quit in the middle of a game. Big plays are worse than ever no one can catch up to one another even when they have better rated speed. Running the ball is almost as hard as passing the ball on anything other than a crossing route. The controls have been reworked and are not only hard to adjust to, but the confuguration is unchangable. I bought this game because I wanted the new rosters, but I won't buy a game before I have played it again. They have removed the "gameplan"aspect and training camp, which in my opinion were 2 of the finer points of this franchise. There is so much wrong with this game I can scarcely remember all of it. The instant replay feature is shorter than ever, and unsavable. On several occasions the football has passed through a defenders hand or head for a completion. This game does not compare to the 08 madden. Coaching options are minimal, subs must be done in game and on the clock. They didn't change the "incomplete pass instead of a sack or a fumble or grounding" aspect which is terrible. I have had opposing QB's throw away when I clearly had a sack. They changed too many things at once and not the bad things they kept the worst features and glitches and got rid of the best ones. I will pawn this edition and buy last years or 2008. I saw very little improvement in actual gameplay. The presentation is better, but that accounts for a very small percentage of the game. the menu music has to be muted because only a handful of tracks are any good. This game is a frightful disappointment and not worth the amount of money I paid. I expect more from the most popular franchise. The inaccurate officiating has caused me to quit more games than I have finished, if I stop the ball carrier a yard short of the first down marker and he is awarded the first down anyway I will restart the game on principle alone. As usual play challenges are useless and difficulty settings only dumb down your players i.e. DB's dropping interceptions and opposing D-linemen intercepting tipped passes. The gamers QB invariably gets sacked instead of throwing an incompletion at the last second unlike the CPU QB. This edition is for the most part a huge step in the wrong direction. This game is nothing like it's predecessors and doesn't have the EA sports feel. In writing this review, I have more or less talked my self into pawning this game, the new 09 rosters are hardly worth hearing the same menu tracks over and over or listening to cris colinsworth for an hour at a time. My ears have no where to hide. If this is what Madden has to offer I think I might shop around for a better NFL video game. Don't buy this game if you like Madden there will be no end to your complaining and no onw will listen, trust me. Play an older version for another year and rent Madden 11 before you buy it just in case. I plan to get Madden 08 since they have yet to improve on it. Playability and gameplay is far superior even on the original XBOX version, if all they can offer is better graphics and presentation, I will go with the better game play at least I won't pull my hair out after playing for an hour. This game was all hype.Read full review
For Madden 10, Ea Sports decided to make it more realistic for the NFL fan. The new features are fight for the fumble, better graphics, larger range of stats, Presentation, gang tackling, how to handle injuries, and co op online. However some features have been toned down. Superstar mode is very basic. All you pretty much do now is play the games. You can't practice to increase depth chart spot, no movie deals, etc. Franchise mode still lacks depth. In my opinion, I would like to see better create a stadium, be able to hire QB coaches etc, be able to fire coach during the year, and just make the role of the GM / Owner more important. I would also like to see the Owner Mode back with setting ticket prices(be able to set season and game tickets). Well back to what's in the game. Free Agency is better but still needs improvement. The draft and scouting took a step back this year. The ratings in Madden aren't good and some should be fixed(roster update). The main thing I do not like about this version is you have to buy stuff online(PS3 network or Xbox live). Just more cost. I think it's just an average Madden. Graphics - 9/10 need to make it better in snow and rain Presentation - 8/10 better but halftime show you can't skip Modes(franchise / superstar) - 3.5/10 AI - 5/10 Overall - 6.5/10Read full review
Love the changes they made to this game. The fact that the first time you hit someone they don't just fall down and be tackled is GREAT!! Also love to play defensive line and actually fight you way to the quarterback/halfback is a lot of fun using the sticks!! I mainly play franchise mode and love what they did with the coaching staff and how they can influence your team. BEST football game ever. Now, is there room for improvement. I would say yes but not much. I think they could do some of the things I saw in the demo for NFL Head Coach. I'm gonna buy that game to get that full experience which is my favorite part of the game. Well that AND actually playing out all my choices on the field. (Which you cannot do in NFL Head Coach) Keep up the good work guys over at EA Sports. What a homage to such a wonderful ex NFL Coach and announcer! He wanted people to understand the game better is why is started doing Madden Football way back when and I'm here to tell you it has changed the way I watch games now and feel it has taught me so much about the game.Read full review
The game is fair, however, is geared more toward young boys and teenagers. This game isn't near as good as the older PC versions that gave you much better control and MUCH better graphics even if you had a Mid-Range computer. EA Sports misses the boat again in my opinion by delivering only a fair game targeted specifically to young arcade style gamers and leaving out the PC crowd and older, more sophisticated, players. I truly feel EA, the company, has been delivering sub par releases for the past few years and they don't impress me at all. Perhaps the lack of competition is one of the reasons? Don't buy this game new...wait until someone gets bored, which they will, and sells it for a reduced price. I believe the game should have been priced at the $29.99 range since it's mediocre at best. It's definitely NOT worth $59.99....Not even close!Read full review
I usually buy the Madden every 2 years because I don't really think it is necessary to buy one yearly. That being said though, this game is really different. Alot more realistic with the gameplay. I have so far tried 6 different teams with different ratings good ok to bad and they all are very accurate with player stats. I wish they could show more personality when they do face closeup of the players. Either way the game is good and so the soundtrack if it matters to anyone. The only thing i would change on the game would be... the reaction time it takes to do a play action pass. Sometime it takes a lil too long to pass.
This is my first Madden game period. I love it because you can play one of your favorite teams or even create a new one from scratch. This game is mostly (as I have been informed) like the other Madden games. There are some new details to make it more like the real game. However, some of the details like the chain gang and the half- time report cause some annoyances during the game. It is a great game for any football fan, however, if you have a Wii also, buy it for the Wii because you have to use the control stick to throw the ball and it is more interactive this way.
Experience first-hand what it's like to "Fight for Every Yard" in Madden NFL 10. With the all-new Pro-Tak animation technology, players have more control over the outcome of each play. Whether driving a receiver towards the first down, or battling for a fumble at the bottom of a pile, the play won’t end until the whistle blows. Add to that the most immersive broadcast presentation and online innovation to date, and Madden NFL 10 captures the authenticity and emotion of the NFL like never before. Special Features # The animation technology provides unprecedented control over the outcome of every play. Drag defenders towards the first down marker, including up to 9-man gang tackles, fight for a fumble at the bottom of the pile, and evade the rush with all-new quarterback avoidance actions Enhanced play at the line of scrimmage features a new blocking system that allows the quarterback to step into the pocket and gives the defensive line more control over the rush # Referees peeling players off a fumble pile, the chain gang rushing in to measure for a key first down, and all-new player equipment ensure that if you see it on Sunday, you'll see it in Madden NFL 10 # Delivering the most comprehensive online offerings in franchise history, Madden NFL 10 includes various modes to satisfy the competitive and cooperative football gamer # TV broadcast-style presentation and cinematic cameras bring the suspense and intensity of the NFL to your living room # Run each aspect of an NFL franchise: draft players, sign free agents, manage the salary cap - just like a real GM. Enjoy all of the action throughout the league via a new, network inspired highlight show # Alter gameplay options to adjust the experience to your liking. A revamped play calling system and menu takes you to kickoff faster than ever before. Speed up online matches with accelerated clocks, streamlined presentation and more. If you like madden games, this one will not disappoint! I really enjoyed this game!Read full review
Madden NFL 2010 is now out and is available in stores now! Madden 10 is the most high-tech advanced NFL video game available now for purchase. The game is complete, xbox live capable, the graphics, the rosters, and the features! The graphics to start out are outstanding! The players look real and they do not walk through eachother like in Madden 08 and 09! The loading time is quick and the game picture is nice, bright, and clear. The graphics alone make it a great video game to buy. The rosters, the most up-to date rosters possible for download pretty much every single time there is a roster move! Once a player is traded or a coach hits a milestone, Madden NFL tech shoot out a complete up to date roster within 48-72 hours after the moves! Fast saves and loading times and the features are great! There is a franchise mode, a rookie (become a star) mode, there is training, practice, videos, and much more. This game is complete and is the most elite game out for purchase. This game is a perfect buy and is worth all the retail $60.00!! I own the game myself and love it! It is fun, addictive, and everyone loves to compete to reach the top of the charts! If I were you and you had the money and didn't know what to spend it on, I highly recommend you to keep Madden 10 in your mind! Once you get it, you will love it, and will play it.. constantly!! A+++++ 5 STARS, Perfect! If you buy it, feel free to tell me what you think about the game, I love to hear comments about games and about items I do reviews on, I guarentee you'll love it! Its the most elite xbox 360, PS3, and Wii game out there, ENJOY it!! Madden NFL 2011 Release Date: August 27st, 2010 -catlover0405Read full review
By far the most realistic Football experience in a video game yet. Visuals are great. the new gang tackling system really adds to the realism. I don't like that they make you pay for "accelerators" which are basically cheats that used to be earned through madden cards. Also, if you plan on creating more than a handful of players you are SOL. The limit is about 11. (4 if you update the roster). Wish you could turn off the half-time show thing because even if you try to skip through it, you have to push 'a' like 5 times and wait for the stupid transition animation to finish each time. but now I'm just nitpicking. Superstar mode lacks the depth of previous years. (no silly little movie deals and texts from your mentor, which i kinda liked) The bottom line is it's all about football, and Madden 10 delivers. Excellent graphics, excellent game play. Definitely worth the purchase.Read full review
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