Madden NFL 2005

 Game Boy Advance
Metascore
79

Generally favorable reviews - based on 9 Critic Reviews

Critic score distribution:
  1. Positive: 7 out of 9
  2. Mixed: 2 out of 9
  3. Negative: 0 out of 9
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  1. GameZone
    85
    Playing a complete season with the option to make trades, sign players and call the plays the way you see fit makes this a pretty impressive portable experience that might not be as fulfilling as the big boys version but still does a great job of representing the game.
  2. Armchair Empire
    85
    In the age of the fantasy sports league craze, football fanatics with time to play their GBA during their daily on-the-go activities will want to get Maddened, especially with the addictive Season Mode.
  3. Gamers' Temple
    84
    Pales in comparison to its console cousins, but it does a good job of providing NFL fans with football action on the go.
  5. Nintendojo
    83
    The additional game modes, new game engine, and great new interface make this game so much better than last year’s.
  6. GameSpot
    81
    Much more than just a cosmetic rehash of Madden NFL 2004. It's a complete overhaul, with better artificial intelligence, customizable skill settings, and a greater degree of control over play calling.
  7. IGN
    80
    Tons of features, as well as the addition to the Madden Challenges, keep the action going and going and going well into the NFL season.
  8. Cheat Code Central
    80
    With more options, more control, better graphics and user-friendly menus, especially the playbook, there is more depth to this game than any N64 football game.
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  9. Game Informer
    70
    This game works best as a memory of things past. [Sept 2004, p.118]
  10. Nintendo Power
    66
    With more depth in graphics and gameplay than ever, the Madden NFL franchise for the GBA takes a giant leap toward realism in its 2005 edition. [Oct 2004, p.125]
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Awards & Rankings

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#14 Best Game Boy Advance Game of 2004
59
#59 Most Discussed Game Boy Advance Game of 2004

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User Score
7.8

Generally favorable reviews- based on 6 Ratings

User score distribution:
  1. Positive: 5 out of 6
  2. Mixed: 0 out of 6
  3. Negative: 1 out of 6
  1. RandyB.
    Feb 21, 2005
    9
    This is a great game... I have all the Madden series, and this one, with the hit stick and defensive additions has made this a game more than This is a great game... I have all the Madden series, and this one, with the hit stick and defensive additions has made this a game more than .....bomb diggity...… Full Review »
  2. BradB.
    Aug 17, 2004
    10
    Rocks!
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