Pull off new combo moves by stringing together multiple actions in succession or direct receivers? routes when scrambling out of the pocket with your quarterback. An enhanced gameplay system also features the QB Avoidance Stick, allowing your quarterback to avoid pressure while in the pocket by quickly scrambling away in four different directions
Three new league champions with unique special abilities have joined the fray with one goal in mind - knocking you from your championship run. Defeat each champ in the new Champions Stadium at the end of each league and you'll advance to the next tier.
Use points earned in practice to improve your skills and overtake players ahead of you on the depth chart, then do whatever it takes to meet your team's expectations by reaching key incentives that are written in your contract.
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 and gamers will benefit from their authentic football knowledge. 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, customized tips, and in-game options
Celebrating 20 Years of Innovation, Madden NFL 09 delivers its most complete football package ever for the PlayStation 2 and Xbox, combining a more authentic gameplay simulation experience and deeper game modes for the hard core fans with all-new EA SPORTS Family Play, featuring an easy-to-use control system that help rookies master the game. With the new QB Avoidance Stick and new combo moves, plus an enhanced Fantasy Challenge and all-new SuperSim, the franchise takes its next leap in bringing you the ultimate football experience with Madden NFL 09, the most authentic and adaptable. Anybody can dominate the game like a pro with EA SPORTS Family Play. An all-new playcalling system features simplified one-button controls and assisted player movements, making Madden NFL 09 the most accessible football game ever. Take full control over the pace of a game by simulating a single play, a quarter, a half, or an entire game. Take the field or take plays off, it's entirely up to you.
Customer Reviews:
Avg. Customer Rating: 4.0 / 5.0
Awesome!!!!:
I really enjoyed this game. The graphics are awesome. I would highly recommend this game to others.
Good Game:
I've been a 2K fan for a while now (I still play NFL 2K5) but this is a great game. I'm glad they released it for the original Xbox, its nice to be able to get a new game for my old system.
Thank You Electronic Arts for making my Christmas Special...:
1st I want to thank Electronic Arts for not forgetting the XBox player; you did a fine job in getting this game out. I just hope you never forget us with coming editions. The game play for this game is great, I love the new features. This game has not disappointed me and I play daily. Keep us in your future decisions and we will not be afraid to buy.
Parents BEWARE - this is for the original XBox, not the XBox360!:
Stupid me.... I bought my son an XBox 360 for Christmas and just discovered this game is for the original XBox - hence, the price. This might seem obvious to all the gamers out there, but for those of us who don't have a clue about these games and only supply the credit card to purchase items as gifts, beware! They really should publish a "Buying Video Games for Dummies (aka Moms)" for all of us out there trying to buy gifts for gamers.
