Madden NFL 08

 DS
Metascore
71

Mixed or average reviews - based on 11 Critic Reviews

Critic score distribution:
  1. Positive: 4 out of 11
  2. Mixed: 7 out of 11
  3. Negative: 0 out of 11
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  1. GameSpot
    80
    Madden NFL 08 is a solid, feature-rich football game. Furthermore, all of the various minor improvements make it the best Madden to hit the DS yet.
  2. Nintendojo
    78
    Football is finally good on DS. Madden NFL 08 is solid where it counts, and the small problems that do exist aren't bad enough to pull the game down.
  3. NintendoWorldReport
    75
    Assuming you've got the patience to work through these infrequent but recurring gameplay issues, Madden 08 DS is a tough deal to ignore.
  5. Nintendo Power
    75
    But even with its faults, this is the best DS Madden title. [Oct 2007, p.87]
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  6. IGN
    74
    In the future we'd of course love to see drawn plays with the stylus, as well as a more in-depth friends system online (as it stands you simply select "random" or "friend play" and are connected automatically to any eligible player), but this is by far the most playable version of Madden we've seen on DS thus far.
  7. Game Almighty
    71
    A huge improvement over previous versions. It's obvious EA wanted to treat the DS platform as a unique entity and not a place to dump a half-assed port. While the graphics won't be winning any awards, it's at least passable now and won't make your eyes bleed.
  8. GameDaily
    70
    It has improved better than anyone could've expected. A step forward always beats a step backward. Players left with no choice but their cherished portable should definitely check it out, especially for some paper wedge-flicking action.
  9. Pocket Gamer UK
    70
    It's not without faults but thanks to an excellent multiplayer mode and a vast number of gameplay options, this takes the series to a new high on DS.
  10. MEGamers
    66
    One thing you have to adjust to this year however is the increased difficulty of the passing game.
  11. GamesRadar+
    50
    Handheld Madden shines brightly this season, just not on the DS. If you're ready for some portable football, the PSP version is by far the best choice.
  12. Thunderbolt
    50
    If this is the only version of Madden NFL 08 that you have access to, then you should still play it, but you’re not going to get the same enjoyment out of it as someone who has the 360 version is going to. But, despite the flaws, it is clear to see that there’s potential here.

Awards & Rankings

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#54 Best DS Game of 2007
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#68 Most Discussed DS Game of 2007

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User Score
8.2

Generally favorable reviews- based on 9 Ratings

User score distribution:
  1. Positive: 7 out of 9
  2. Mixed: 1 out of 9
  3. Negative: 1 out of 9
  1. Fortnitebad69
    Jul 3, 2019
    10
    Nintendo taught me it's okay to be self conscious about my appearance as they obviously were with the 3ds after changing it like 12 times
  2. Yaboygraham
    Jan 13, 2019
    10
    Simply put, this is the best game of all time. It really redefines the Madden 08 genre. Hopefully we get an HD remake someday. I mean, whatSimply put, this is the best game of all time. It really redefines the Madden 08 genre. Hopefully we get an HD remake someday. I mean, what other game lets you play on PSP, PS2, DS, GCN, Wii, XB360, XB, PC, and Mac? Overall I'd give it a solid 08/08. A must-have for anyone with a soul.
    Edit: Oh no. I forgot to say it's on PS3. Hopefully the Madden 08 for PS3 community won't get mad.    … Full Review »
  3. tomplaysgames_
    Dec 24, 2018
    10
    Game of the year, EVERY YEAR! John would be very proud of this work of art. It's awesome baby!
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