NCAA Football 09

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NCAA Football 09 brings all-new football action to the PS3. The game unveils the Break Away Animation Engine, which allows gamers to break in and out of...
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8
very good
 
 

Game Overview

NCAA Football 09 brings all-new football action to the PS3. The game unveils the Break Away Animation Engine, which allows gamers to break in and out of moves giving the user more direct control as well as instant influence and responsiveness on the field. NCAA Football 09 also focuses on wide-open collegiate style gameplay featuring unique animations that you will only find on college football Saturdays

The Good

Online Dynasty mode supports 12 players, Great college atmosphere, Home-field advantage is effective but doesn't feel cheap, Custom rosters can be shared online.

The Bad

Lots of missed tackles, Recruiting gets old quick, Campus Legend is more of the same, Icing the kicker works way too well.

The Bottom Line

NCAA Football 09 brings all-new football action to the PS3. The game unveils the Break Away Animation Engine, which allows gamers to break in and out of moves giving the user more direct control as well as instant influence and responsiveness on the field. NCAA Football 09 also focuses on wide-open collegiate style gameplay featuring unique animations that you will only find on college football Saturdays.

Game Screenshots

Expert Reviews

GameSpot review logo
75/100
score

The addition of the Online Dynasty mode will please many, but the lack of significant improvements to other key modes of NCAA Football 09 will disappoint many others.

GameZone review logo
80/100
score

This year's iteration feels a little more streamlined and designed to get you into the gaming experience faster.

IGN review logo
84/100
score

The improvement of jukes and ballcarrier moves adds depth to your offense, while the inclusion of features like the Quarterback Quiz and Icing the Kicker makes the overall gameplay stronger. The Online Dynasty is an excellent addition to this series, but

Game Features

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Controller Functions

GENERAL CONTROLS

Directional Button
Move

Left Analog Stick
Move

Square Button
Call Audible

 

R3 Button
Show/Hide Preplay Help

Start Button
Pause Menu

Select Button
Timeout

 
 
NCAA Football 09 Cover
 
Game Info
Platform:Sony Playstation 3
Release Date:7/15/2008
Publisher:Electronic Arts
Developer:Tiburon
Genre:Sports
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Game Quality Ratings
Overall
8
Gameplay
7.5
Graphics
8
Sound
8
Concept
7.8
Difficulty: Medium
OVERALL
8/10
 

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