Madden NFL 08

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Feel what it’s like to be a field general making key personnel decisions on both sides of the ball during the game’s biggest moments in Madden NFL 08...
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7.8

good

CRITICS SCORE

7.5

(3 ratings)

GAMER SCORE

8.1

(67 ratings)

Game Overview

Feel what it’s like to be a field general making key personnel decisions on both sides of the ball during the game’s biggest moments in Madden NFL 08. Quickly identify your strongest players on the field before every snap then move them into position to make game-changing momentum-altering plays. Play to your team’s strengths by immediately reading your opponent’s schemes and reacting to the action as soon as the ball is snapped. Create mismatches and exploit weaknesses as you read and react with Madden NFL 08.

The Good

Enjoyable gameplay, New defensive-control upgrades are worthwhile additions, Fantasy challenge is a neat, if bizarre, new mode.

The Bad

Skill drills are kind of lame, A lot like last year's game across the board, Franchise mode is actually missing some features from last year's game, Presentation is stale.

The Bottom Line

Feel what it's like to be a field general making key personnel decisions on both sides of the ball during the game's biggest moments in Madden NFL 08. Quickly identify your strongest players on the field before every snap then move them into position to make game-changing momentum-altering plays. Play to your team's strengths by immediately reading your opponent's schemes and reacting to the action as soon as the ball is snapped. Create mismatches and exploit weaknesses as you read and react with Madden NFL 08.

Expert Reviews

75/100

score

The older console versions of Madden 08 offer a few control upgrades and a couple of bizarre new modes, but otherwise, this might as well be last year's game.

76/100

score

The weapon system, which is obviously carried over from the newer consoles, doesn't deliver the kind of experience that you'd hope it would, and the adjustments to the older gameplay doesn't do enough to radically improve the title. The lack of importing

Game Features

All-New Read and React System: New player skill icons identify on-field strengths and weaknesses, providing an immediate read on what your opponent is giving you. Quickly react, create mismatches, and exploit opponent weaknesses before every play.

All-New Skill Drills: Take on an army of tackling dummies in an all-new skill drills mini-game designed to teach you the game of football. A progressive learning system teaches you how to use game controls under pressure, while advanced and multiplayer modes allow you to fine-tune your skills or challenge a friend to a head-to-head competition.

New Fantasy Challenge Mode: Leverage your fantasy football knowledge by drafting the ultimate NFL dream team. Play through four competition levels with your fantasy squad in hope of winning challenges, increasing your salary cap, and adding new superstars to your team.

Madden Unmatched: All-new player moves, including auto-motion and low-hitting tackles, plus ultra-smooth gameplay provide the most realistic NFL gaming experience ever.

Controller Functions

GAMEPLAY CONTROLS

Control Stick
Move Player

A Button
Sprint

B Button
Cancel Audible

Game Info

Platform:	Nintendo Gamecube
Release Date:	8/14/2007
Publisher:	Electronic Arts
Developer:	Tiburon
Genre:	Sports
ESRB Rating:	--
Gamesite:	--

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