Madden 10 review video (Xbox 360, PS3)

15 August 2009

Posted by:Ferry

Madden NFL 10 promises, with the all-new Pro-Tak animation technology, to give players more control over the outcome of each play. Whether driving a receiver towards the first down, or battling for a fumble at the bottom of a pile, the play won’t end until the whistle blows. Add to that the most immersive broadcast presentation and online innovation in the series to date, and Madden NFL 10 captures the authenticity and emotion of the NFL like never before. Check out our Madden 10 cheats and tips page for more info on the features.

For the first time in the Madden NFL series, the cover features two players: Troy Polamalu of the Pittsburgh Steelers and Larry Fitzgerald of the Arizona Cardinals. Both players participated in Super Bowl XLIII.

The running and tackling are better than ever, but does the rest of the game hold up? Find out in this Madden NFL 10 review video.

Main features include:
* Pro-Taks’s all new animation technology provides unprecedented control over the outcome of every play. Drag defenders towards the first down marker, including up to 9-man gang tackles, fight for a fumble at the bottom of the pile, and evade the rush with all-new quarterback avoidance actions. Enhanced play at the line of scrimmage features a new blocking system that allows the quarterback to step into the pocket and gives the defensive line more control over the rush.
* Authenticity – Referees peeling players off a fumble pile, the chain gang rushing in to measure for a key first down, and all-new player equipment ensure that if you see it on Sunday, you’ll see it in Madden NFL 10.
* Fight for Online Dominance – Delivering the most comprehensive online offerings in franchise history, Madden NFL 10 includes new modes to satisfy the competitive and cooperative football gamer. New TV broadcast-style presentation and cinematic cameras bring the suspense and intensity of the NFL to your living room.
* Enhanced Franchise Mode – Run each aspect of an NFL franchise: draft players, sign free agents, manage the salary cap – just like a real GM. Enjoy all of the action throughout the league via a new, network inspired highlight show. The most customizable version of Madden NFL to date. Alter gameplay options to adjust the experience to your liking. A revamped play calling system and menu takes you to kickoff faster than ever before. Speed up online matches with accelerated clocks, streamlined presentation and more.

To quote the GT video review: “Reviewing Madden NFL 10 is difficult. On the one hand you have pro-tak, which completely changes the fundamentals and makes every run unpredictable. On the other, the game still has its share of issues with varying mileage depending on your perspective. The online franchise is the final piece of the design puzzle fans have been waiting for, and little tweaks add up to make a bigger, better whole. It’s hard to argue with the general direction the series has taken, and most players will be happy with the end result, but if you’re hoping for a game where true skill always determines the winner there is some disappointment to work through.”

Design — 9.5
Gameplay — 8.1
Presentation — 9.0
Overall — 8.8