Product Description

Celebrating 20 Years of Innovation and counting, Madden NFL 09 delivers its most complete NFL football package ever. Whether you're a seasoned veteran or picking up the game for the first time, players of all skill levels will enjoy a unique, yet challenging experience with the innovative Adaptive Difficulty Engine, which tailors the game to match your playing style. Instantly improve your game with the all-new virtual Training Centre or incorporate feedback with EA Sports BackTrack, allowing you to learn from your mistakes on the fly. With a new broadcast presentation and online leagues, plus more than 85 new features and enhancements, Madden NFL 2009 is the most authentic and adaptable game in sports videogame history.

• Level the Playing Field: An all-new Adaptive Difficulty Engine assesses your proficiency in the core skills areas of football, then tailors the experience to match your playing style. An innovative, all-new Virtual Training Centre allows you to fine-tune your game in a holographic environment, while EA Sports BackTrack provides customised feedback, giving you a chance to learn from your mistakes. Then, take what you've learned and run the play again with EA Sports Rewind.
• Beyond Broadcast Presentation: Set your sights on the Vince Lombardi Trophy in an all-new network television-style broadcast as Cris Collinsworth and Tom Hammond call the action from the booth. A more immersive and visually stunning presentation package also includes a new Options OnDemand Picture-in-Picture playcall window giving you access to a wealth of stats, customised tips, and in-game options - all at your fingertips without having to pause the game.
• Online Leagues 2.0: Make a run for the post season for the first time online. Featuring trades and statistical tracking for Online Leagues, up to 32 teams can battle it out using all-new flex scheduling.
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Product Details

• Amazon Sales Rank: #2104 in Computer & Video Games
• Brand: Electronic Arts
• Released on: 2008-08-15
• Platform: Xbox 360

Manufacturer's Description
Celebrating 20 Years of Innovation and counting, Madden NFL 09 delivers its most complete NFL football package ever. Whether you're a seasoned veteran or picking up the game for the first time, players of all skill levels will enjoy a unique, yet challenging experience with the innovative Adaptive Difficulty Engine, which tailors the game to match your playing style. Instantly improve your game with the all-new virtual Training Center or incorporate feedback with EA SPORTS BackTrack, allowing you to learn from your mistakes on the fly. With a new broadcast presentation and online leagues, plus more than 85 new features and enhancements, Madden NFL 09 is the most authentic and adaptable game in sports video game history.

Customer Reviews

The game I've Been Waiting For
It's been a long time since the heady days of ESPN Football 2k5, and Madden has lagged since that great game, especially on the xbox 360. However now Madden has retaken its throne as the best NFL game ever.

For one thing we have real commentary, which for some stupid reason has been omitted in previous 360 incarnations. The commentary is both atmospheric and great at teaching you some of the subtleties of the game.

Next the graphics seem to have improved drastically. Different famous NFL players actually look different in this game. Also there is some sweet animation at the beginning of each game which shows the outside of the stadium, which again adds tons of atmosphere.

You can finally have all 11 of your players be displayed as weapons, which is great if you spend your time grinding through mini-games to improve your players; as you will see them on the pitch.

There are a few small points to nit-pick, but there is no point, because overall this game is great. If you are a series fan: buy it!

And last but not least, Raiders for the Superbowl!!!

The traditional small step forward, complete with a new focus on rookies
Here EA deliver the most accessible version of Madden yet. Basically the same engine as '08 with a few nice additions, the real value comes in a focus on the new player, with reasonably intelligent tutorials and a real time IQ that alters according to your skill level. If you're new to the franchise, this is the version to start with - it's never been so open to rookies.

So what are the negatives? Obviously if you don't like American Football, or don't have at least a basic understanding of the rules, you're going to have a tough time. But if you're buying this game, this probably isn't going to apply to you. The music can be annoying - it's a combination of pointless nu-metal and the standard awful hip-hop. Fortunately there's an option to get rid of the songs track by track, which is a welcome addition. And the new 'superstar' mode could use some work... personally I don't much see the point in controlling your superstar as he does bench presses or 60 yard dashes. Some will appreciate the addition - it's not something that has any interest for me.

So in summary, best Madden yet? Probably. Certainly the most accessible for the casual player.

IMPORTANT : - You'll see some other reviewers complain about 'freezes'. It's important to understand that without exception this is down to their respective boxes. Despite what some have said, this is not an issue with the game, per se. Some games, for a variety of reasons, push your box a little harder, or in different ways, and the build quality of the 360 is famously as variable as it gets. On my machine it plays perfectly.

Good enough, but.....
If you are new to the Madden Series and have always fancied an American Football game, then i suggest you get this. Its excellent.

BUT

If you have Madden 08, 07, 06 etc etc and arnt that bothered about having the lastest players in the right teams with the right Head Coaches etc etc then, stay clear.

I dont think that there is enough difference to warrent shelling out your cash.

The Yanks got the 20th Anniversary Version which came with the Original Sega Mega drive version + NFL Coaches club which allows you to create your own play book.

I think that 09 should have been bundled with theses too, as i want to create my own plays (sad, i know) , but i could do it on the '05 version on the PS2, so why not on the 2009 version on the Xbox??

Still.....its a good game. Just now enough new stuff in it for me.