Madden NFL 2005

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Madden returns for another season of big hits, amazing plays, dramatic comebacks and in-your-face football action with Madden NFL 2005. Pick your team and...
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8.9
very good
 
CRITICS SCORE
9
(29 ratings)
GAMER SCORE
8.8
(673 ratings)
 

Game Overview

Madden returns for another season of big hits, amazing plays, dramatic comebacks and in-your-face football action with Madden NFL 2005. Pick your team and begin a quest for the Super Bowl. Build the ultimate team and hold it together for many seasons to make a NFL dynasty. Develop players in training camp, pick up playmakers in free agency, or make your own stars with create-a-player. Do whatever it takes to dominate your opponents and take home a Super Bowl ring in Madden NFL 2005.

The Bottom Line

Force the action on defense in Madden NFL 2005. New defensive tools allow you to make more plays and be in on all of the action. The all-new Hit Stick lets you lay the big hit to turn the momentum of the game in your favor. By giving players the ability to turn a game around with a crucial tackle, the Hit Stick delivers the power to take control of the game from the defensive side of the ball like never before. Along with all-new defensive pre-play controls and defensive AI enhancements, the defense now has a diverse arsenal of weapons available. With the new Storyline Central, you get the inside scoop around the league from radio host Tony Bruno, along with local and national newspapers, to help you make critical franchise decisions.

Expert Reviews

GameSpot review logo
88/100
score

In many ways, Madden 2005 is just a bit too much like last year's Madden for comfort--but it's still a truly excellent game of football all around.

GameZone review logo
88/100
score

Madden 2005 doesn't disappoint, but it clearly doesn't improve a whole lot from last year's stellar version. It is still the best playing football game on the market however, and seems cemented in the idea of the "If it ain't broke, don't try

IGN review logo
94/100
score

ESPN might have plenty of sizzle, but Madden is still the steak...The defensive improvements alone are worth the price of admission, but when you add to that the expanded franchise mode and all of the online improvements, you realize just how different th

Game Features

The Only Complete Game: Madden NFL 2005 is the only pro football video game that lets you play both sides of the ball. New Hit Stick: Change the momentum of a game by using the right analog stick to make a huge hit or force a turnover. New Defensive Playmaker Control: You are now in complete control on "D". Modify pre-snap assignments, including double teams and player-specific match ups, for any defensive player on the field. New Storyline Central: Now your games are impacted by the stories that surround your team. New Fan Presentation: Your team's crowd is now customizable with new Create-a-Fan. New EA SPORTS Online: Take on the best Madden players online. Improved EA SPORTS Fair Play keeps the playing field level.
EA Sports' Chip Lange and Nathan Fahrenthold Discuss the Premium Pass Package for Madden NFL 2005 "It's a great extension of the Madden product"

Game Specs

Audio/Video
Progressive Scan

Memory
167 blocks

 

Modes
Franchise, Mini-Games, MultiPlayer Co-Op, Practice, Tournament, Versus

 

ESRB Game Ratings

ESRB Rating of "E"
This game is Rated: Everyone
Content is most suitable for children ages 6 and up. This game may contain some cartoons or fantasy characters and potentially mild violence or language.
Content Descriptors:
Suitable for Persons Ages Six and Older
 
Madden NFL 2005 Cover
 
Game Info
Platform:Nintendo Gamecube
Release Date:8/10/2004
Publisher:Electronic Arts
Developer:Tiburon
Genre:Simulation
ESRB Rating:E
Gamesite:--
 
Game Quality Ratings
Overall
8.8
Gameplay
9.5
Graphics
8.8
Sound
8.5
Concept
7
Difficulty: Medium
OVERALL
8.8/10
 

Recent Customer Reviews

Student Review - Madden 2005

Madden has produced yet another great game. The game play and graphics are awesome.
Published 3027 days ago by j_luebbers05

Madden NFL 2005 for GameCube
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