PSN Review – Madden NFL Arcade
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There is no doubt that Madden is the king of football, though at times it may be overly complicated to people that just want to pick up and play. This is the premise behind Madden NFL Arcade: to offer that quick pick up game of football. The question is, is simpler better?
The first thing you will notice is the players on the field, who look like cartoon versions of their real-life counterparts. Offensive linemen are really bulky, while cornerbacks are skinny. Madden NFL Arcade embraces this stylistic choice as a true arcade game. It is meant to be over the top, with non-realistic, over the top plays and players, and while it may lack the depth of a full-fledged Madden title, Arcade is extremely addictive and will keep you coming back for more.
The gameplay features a 5-on-5 game rather than the typical 11 on 11. Offensively, you have a quarterback, runningback, wide receiver, tight end, and an offensive lineman. Defense consists of a safety, two cornerbacks, a linebacker, and a defensive lineman.
It takes time for those used to Madden to adjust to the gameplay and speed of this title. It is meant to be quick and fun. When on offense, you will begin on your 20 yard line and have 4 downs to make it down the field and score. The entire field isn’t 100 yards though, it’s only 60, and the first player to make it to 30 points is the winner.
The game requires you to rethink your strategies, considering it’s only 5-on-5. One false move, and if you have a quarterback like Vince Young, it will be an easy touchdown as he runs past you. While the frenzied action is a lot of fun at times, it can also be a huge drawback for those that are still adjusting to the game when they jump online.
The gameplay isn’t the only thing that is simplified; so is the playcalling. The plays are chosen by picking either run, short pass, medium pass, or long pass on offense. When on defense, the choices are blitz, short coverage, medium coverage, and long coverage. While this may seem overly simplified, it works well in the game.
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December 1st, 2009 at 5:14 PM
YAWN
December 1st, 2009 at 5:23 PM
I loved EA’s 3 on 3 hockey so this looks right down my ally.
December 1st, 2009 at 8:02 PM
Who says Yawn on a review of a game? That’s like me going to Best Buy knowing they sell electronics and going Yawn because I am over electronics altogether. Anyway, good review Pete. I might have to pick this game up.
December 1st, 2009 at 8:13 PM
Looks like fun.
December 1st, 2009 at 10:36 PM
sounds like a lot of fun to me, I wish Sony would 50% it for a week.
December 2nd, 2009 at 12:24 AM
I’ll be picking this one up when the price is more interesting.
December 2nd, 2009 at 9:18 AM
@Gator
wasn’t yawning at the reveiw, just the game
December 2nd, 2009 at 10:34 AM
I know. You totally missed my point. lol.
December 2nd, 2009 at 2:07 PM
looks fun to jam on while drinking it up with buddies … only prob. with the sim Madden is games take so long when your chilling and waiting to play … for sure purchase!
December 2nd, 2009 at 7:34 PM
Madden is the “king” of football games because it’s the ONLY football game.