Madden NFL 2003

 GameCube
Metascore
92

Universal acclaim - based on 13 Critic Reviews

Critic score distribution:
  1. Positive: 13 out of 13
  2. Mixed: 0 out of 13
  3. Negative: 0 out of 13
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  1. 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?
  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. 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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  5. GameNow
    100
    The most well-rounded, option-rich football game in history. [A+: Sept 2002, p.51]
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  6. Game Informer
    93
    The GameCube version seems to hamper players a little bit just because of the odd configuration of the controller, but everything else is smooth and silky. [Sept 2002, p.85]
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  7. Armchair Empire
    91
    I’m going to assign Madden 2003 the same score that I gave "Madden 2002." The changes are nice, but none of them mark a truly great leap over last year’s game.
  8. 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.
  9. 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.
  10. 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.
  11. IGN
    88
    A can't miss because it accurately simulates NFL gameplay, NFL commentary, NFL uniforms, NFL stadiums and NFL players and that's what football gamers are looking for.
  12. GameSpot
    86
    There's a lot to like about Madden 2003...the few small problems its gameplay does have really prevent from it being the top football game on the GameCube.
  13. Nintendo Power
    84
    The Madden games are closing in on perfection. [Sept 2002, p.161]
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  14. Gamestyle
    80
    The blend of presentation, visuals, sound, animation and commentary combines to create a believable and hugely enjoyable experience.

Awards & Rankings

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

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User Score
7.2

Mixed or average reviews- based on 22 Ratings

User score distribution:
  1. Positive: 15 out of 22
  2. Mixed: 2 out of 22
  3. Negative: 5 out of 22
  1. SportsReviews
    Mar 22, 2022
    9
    This review contains spoilers, click full review link 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… Full Review »
  2. Blockaye
    Apr 10, 2021
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click full review link 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.… Full Review »
  3. 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… Full Review »
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