Madden NFL 2003

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7.2

Mixed or average reviews- based on 22 Ratings

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  • Summary: The game of football just got more real with Madden NFL 2003. This year's installment of the Madden NFL Football series features more depth, new animation, realistic player AI, and in-depth play modes. Hop on John Madden's Cruiser Tour Bus and travel to all NFL cities to complete skilledThe game of football just got more real with Madden NFL 2003. This year's installment of the Madden NFL Football series features more depth, new animation, realistic player AI, and in-depth play modes. Hop on John Madden's Cruiser Tour Bus and travel to all NFL cities to complete skilled tasks in the all-new Mini-Camp mode. The improved graphics and presentation now show sidearm QBs, gang-tackling, stand-still receiver catches, and more than 300 realistic player faces. Madden NFL 2003 gives you more control than ever before, with faster game speed, a more finely tuned passing game, and independent audibles for defensive line, linebackers, and defensive backs.… Expand
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Critic Reviews

Score distribution:
  1. Positive: 13 out of 13
  2. Mixed: 0 out of 13
  3. Negative: 0 out of 13
  1. Play Magazine
    100
    Above all, a better feeling and playing game, boosted by subtleties that you may not even recognize until you've made it to the playoffs.[Sept 2002, p.72]
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  2. GamePro
    100
    Even beyond the football gameplay, you have to appreciate the wealth of extras and activities that make Madden NFL 2003 such an entertaining and complete package.
  3. Nintendojo
    100
    Marshall Faulk is the perfect cover spokesperson for this instalment as he embodies what 2003 is for Madden: steady, reliable, accurate, excellent, abnormally good… need I go on?
  4. XenGamers
    91
    Armchair quarterbacks will find plenty to like here, from the extremely deep, almost sim-like gameplay to the ability to develop a custom playbook, to the new mini-camp, which lets you unlock hidden features and teams as you play.
  5. Nintendophiles
    90
    It’s franchise mode is deeper than ever, and gameplay more solid than ever. Once again, EA and Tiburon have topped themselves in all categories.
  6. Gamers' Temple
    90
    A lot of gameplay modes and some pretty darn good football to boot; you can't go wrong with Madden NFL 2003.
  7. Gamestyle
    80
    The blend of presentation, visuals, sound, animation and commentary combines to create a believable and hugely enjoyable experience.

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Score distribution:
  1. Positive: 11 out of 13
  2. Mixed: 1 out of 13
  3. Negative: 1 out of 13
  1. Bob
    Aug 18, 2002
    10
    Not a big step up from Madden 2002, but the graphics are amazing and the controls are good.
  2. Blockaye
    Apr 10, 2021
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. First madden game I ever played and also the reason I fell in love for madden games, the soundtrack is awesome, but there isn’t very many songs though. But I still love the game and will forever have a home in my heart.… Expand
  4. [Anonymous]
    Dec 22, 2002
    10
    It's awesome, the best part is the training camps!
  5. Smoove_criminal
    Jul 5, 2003
    10
    This game is the shit. can't get enuff of it. can't wait for madden2004!!!!
  6. Mattyice
    May 22, 2012
    10
    Classically great graphics, better than Madden 09 graphics for the wii. Gameplay is obviously great madden gameplay. A great classic GC game.Classically great graphics, better than Madden 09 graphics for the wii. Gameplay is obviously great madden gameplay. A great classic GC game. Only thing that i didnt like was the music… Expand
  7. SportsReviews
    Mar 22, 2022
    9
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. This is probably one of the best madeen's ever. Fun gameplay, nice graphics, every team is fun to play with and everything else, highly recommend… Expand
  8. MattE.
    Nov 28, 2002
    1
    This game sucks! Only because my name is not in the game.

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Awards & Rankings

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#4 Best GameCube Game of 2002
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#25 Most Discussed GameCube Game of 2002