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Great NFL Fun
4
Rating: 4,
Useful: 0 / 0
Date: April 03, 2001
Author: Amazon User
This game is great. Of all the PS2 titles I've played, it's the best by far (I haven't played SSX, though, cause I don't like the idea, even though it has gotten good ratings).
I'm not a huge fan of sports games, and I've never really liked football games (I don't even like watching it on tv) but I've spent hours and hours and hours playing this game, both alone and with/against friends.
The game, like most games, does cheat at times (for me quite a bit, but for the computer a lot more), but in general it's quite balanced. I'm not a fan of the music, but I don't like rap that much. Otherwise the sound is good...you can hear the stadium announcers in the background telling about cars with their lights on, or parked illegally, and sometimes they say funnier things. Also, Madden has his usual stupid comments (just like a real football game) but they do get old after playing a few games. The graphics are amazing, easily the best on the PS2. Just about everyone has heard the stories of people passing by assuming you're watching a game on tv...the first time I played the game, there was a scene I initially thought was live-action footage, even though I knew it wasn't. Also, the controls are very good and intuitive. And the Madden Card system is like giving you an additional game to play alongside the football game itself.
If you like football and video games, you'll probably like this game. If you like football games, you'll LOVE this game, so buy it now.
It Could Go All The Way!!
5
Rating: 5,
Useful: 0 / 0
Date: March 31, 2001
Author: Amazon User
This Game is the best!! One of the game's most interesting aspects is the Create-a-Player mode. There's so much of a verity. The thing that bugs me the most is like no matter what Quarter Back you're facing he'll complete over 25 passes. But the thing I would like to see on the next Madden is all of the players actual picture of all of the players and have a thing that could update the rosters from the internet.
The good, the bad and the ugly
4
Rating: 4,
Useful: 0 / 0
Date: March 29, 2001
Author: Amazon User
The good: Creating your own players. Put your friends on your favorite NFL team and take them all the way to the Super Bowl and the Pro Bowl. Sacking the QB 25 to 50 times a game with your linebackers. Your QB throwing bombs. Your backs breaking for 80-90 yard TD's. Your kicker kicking a 60 yard field goal.
The bad: The pass defense. Try stopping the CPU's QB...whoever it is. I played a game where the opposing QB threw for over 800 yards. Has an NFL QB EVER done that?! NO. Not the most realistic game on the planet, is it?
The ugly: Don't expect a big deal when you win the Super Bowl. You play the whole long season for what? A two minute video clip and the words SUPER BOWL CHAMPIONS on the screen at the end. At least with NHL 2001 you can see your team celebrating their Stanley Cup Win.
Madden 2001 is a complete package
5
Rating: 5,
Useful: 0 / 0
Date: March 29, 2001
Author: Amazon User
This game has everything I could have ever wanted in a football game. Yes, the Rookie level is easy. Yes the All-Madden level is extremely difficult. But this game has so much depth and strategy and requires so much skill at the higher levels, it's flat out one of the most addicting games I've ever played on any game system. I haven't even touched franchise mode, yet, but from what I see, it's really fun. A must-have for any PS2 owner, unless you're holding out for Madden 2002.
Best game for ps2, period.
5
Rating: 5,
Useful: 0 / 0
Date: January 07, 2001
Author: Amazon User
Madden 2001 is ps2's finest. The graphics are breathtaking, the best ever for a football videogame. The controls are great, however running with qb is difficult. What makes this game the best for ps2 is its replay value. The franchise mode is packed and will keep you playing for months. The madden challenges and cards are a pretty good addition to the series. You earn tokens by accomplishing in-game challenges. Then, you can buy a pack of madden cards when you have 100 tokens. A pack contains 15 cards. There are in total about 235 cards to collect. You can also risk cards when you play with a friend, adding more incentives to beating your best friend. Don't believe SSX's hype, Madden 2001 is the best game for the ps2 right now.
A solid football game
5
Rating: 5,
Useful: 0 / 0
Date: January 19, 2001
Author: Amazon User
There are many reasons for this game being great, and each one is a good one. First of all, the graphics are stunning and has great semi-unique player models (so whatever a football player wears in real life like turf tape, etc., is on the game). Also the play control is great, with a good balance between the running and passing game. The computer AI is good and the motion captured moves look very realistic. I have seen NFL2k1 and Madden played by eachother and Madden looks better graphics wise. But the only reason I would see NFL2k1 prevailing is in online capabiliy. But if you own a PS2 you must buy this game!
Amazing
5
Rating: 5,
Useful: 0 / 0
Date: January 06, 2001
Author: Amazon User
Madden was the first game I picked up for the PS2. After reading several reviews and looking at screenshots, I was impressed. These however failed to prepare for just how real this game looks and plays. At times it seems like your watching a real game unfold. Madden 2001 is far and away the best PS2 game out there right now.
Great Game!
5
Rating: 5,
Useful: 0 / 0
Date: January 06, 2001
Author: Amazon User
If you have a PS2 this is a must! The graphics are simply outstand and so is the sound. There are millions of options! If you know the rules of football you must get this game!
Best sports game ever!
5
Rating: 5,
Useful: 0 / 0
Date: December 19, 2000
Author: Amazon User
Madden 2001 rocks! The graphics are unbelievable,and so is the gameplay! Even if your not a football fan you should give this one a try,but if you are a football fan, or even just a sports fan, this is a must-buy title!
Madden Scores a touchdown
5
Rating: 5,
Useful: 0 / 0
Date: December 24, 2000
Author: Amazon User
Madden 2001 is an incredible game which has realistic football graphics.Its like your sitting in the stadium when you play the game.The feature I really like is when you can play all of the past good teams especially the All-Madden team which features the best players from 2000.
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