Product Details

• Amazon Sales Rank: #5698 in Computer & Video Games
• Brand: Electronic Arts
• Released on: 2006-09-08
• Platform: Xbox 360

Manufacturer's Description
Control the running game like never before with Madden NFL 07. For the first time ever, step up as the lead blocker to create a hole, then take control of the tailback and smash through, overpower, or slash away from would-be tacklers as you fight for every yard. Innovative rushing controls give you a game-breaking ground attack featuring all-new jukes, cutbacks, and the distinct running styles of your favourite backs. Between the tackles or in the open field, run to daylight with Madden NFL 07.

Key Features:
Lead Block Through the Lanes
For the first time ever, control the lead blocker on running plays. Throw the perfect block to create a running lane, then take control of the tailback and rip off the big gain.

NFL Superstar: Hall of Fame Mode
Play your way to the Pro Football Hall of Fame by taking complete control of any position on the field. Your actions on and off the field determine your impact on the game.

Run Like the Players Run
Use the all-new Highlight Stick to evade defenders with new jukes, cutbacks, and power moves. Smaller backs escape and break tackles, while bigger runners bowl over defenders in the open field.

New Franchise Mode Additions
Scout collegiate prospects with the all-new NFL Draft Scouting System and during the College All-Star Game, or watch players impact their teams with the new Franchise Player Roles feature.

Team-Specific Defensive Playbooks
For the first time, use actual plays from your favourite team's defensive playbook to shut down the running game, pressure the quarterback, or force key turnovers.

Customer Reviews

Well worth buying if you don't have other Madden games
Many of the reviews I have read here and elsewhere revolve around the fact that this version is not as good as previous versions of the Madden franchise. Whilst I largely agree with that, as a game in it's own right I think this is still a great game with plenty of options and most importantly a lot of fun. Well worth the attention of the casual sports fan although perhaps not a Madden purist.

Beware
Firstly, I'm a huge Madden fan.

I just want people to know a few issues there will be with this game-

-Madden doesn't do commentary in this, it's some EA guy!
-no owner mode for the 360! PS2 has it though?Go figure
-no editible rosters
-Legends show up in current teams. You're facing the Colts for the Superbowl and suddenly they have Barry Sanders at RB? Not realistic at all
-american players are reporting huge problems with the online play have lags of up to 30s which means your opponent can score against you and you see it in replay and have no chance to stop it.

Think hard what you want from this before you buy it. Read the forum at EAsports.com on the Madden page. EA are getting nothing but hate for this game fro the american fans.

No word on EA releasing a patch to improve the issues for the game either.

Why would the next gen 360 game have less features than the PS2?

Ignore the bad reviews
Madden 07 may not be the deepest game, but the graphics on a HD tv will blow you away. Throw in customised commentary to your team, unbelievable stadiums, and a fantastic superstar mode where you go from zero to hero and the game is a fantastic representation of american football.