NFL 2K3

 GameCube
User Score
6.5

Mixed or average reviews- based on 15 Ratings

User score distribution:
  1. Positive: 8 out of 15
  2. Mixed: 3 out of 15
  3. Negative: 4 out of 15
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  1. LostNexusGamer
    Jan 3, 2014
    8
    Looking back 12 years ago, This game was a good successor to NFL 2K1 & 2K2. This game still sets some standards for football games today. One thing for sure is classics like these are better than new ones today. If you are looking for some old-school, retro football game on Game Cube: plug in 2 controllers, buy the game, enter the disk, and prepare for some chaotic fun.
  2. PhilipV.
    Aug 14, 2002
    9
    For any Xbox owner preparing to own the Xbox Live service, this is head over heels yours over madden. If your not going to purchase the Xbox live service you may want to rent each and make your own decision. Both games offer some variety, and due to the ever growing competition between sega sports and ea sports they are pushed to make them better and better, NfL 2k3 is a solid presentation.
  3. BradS.
    Aug 16, 2002
    10
    This is the must have for any true xbox enthusiast. This game is true to life in its player details and its gameplay. When xbox goes live this is the game to have, don't miss out on this one.
  4. MatC.
    Dec 14, 2002
    6
    Sorry to burst the bubble, but this game isn't *that* good. I dare you to play a full 15 minute game! 120-113? Sorry - there's this thing called a playclock. Anyone at sega, look at EA's college game. Grab a chip, and you'll see your self with a delay of game thinking too long. Flow of gameplay is crucial, and NFL misses that. Shame, too. It's beautiful. If you Sorry to burst the bubble, but this game isn't *that* good. I dare you to play a full 15 minute game! 120-113? Sorry - there's this thing called a playclock. Anyone at sega, look at EA's college game. Grab a chip, and you'll see your self with a delay of game thinking too long. Flow of gameplay is crucial, and NFL misses that. Shame, too. It's beautiful. If you like 3-minute quarters, this is your game. =)… Expand
  5. neojotic
    Aug 26, 2020
    8
    This was a pretty good run at Madden and this is Sega continuing the momentum from the Dreamcast.

    It's a standard football game for the time it was released. There's nothing over the top about the title. Gameplay was good and it was entertaining. A solid game. Not sure I would say it's a must play but it is for any hardcore football fan looking to play the games from the early 2000s.    This was a pretty good run at Madden and this is Sega continuing the momentum from the Dreamcast.

    It's a standard football game for the time it was released. There's nothing over the top about the title.

    Gameplay was good and it was entertaining. A solid game. Not sure I would say it's a must play but it is for any hardcore football fan looking to play the games from the early 2000s.

    If you're looking for the Mid 2000s NFL games Madden would be the go to.    … Expand

Awards & Rankings

2
#2 Best GameCube Game of 2002
64
#64 Most Discussed GameCube Game of 2002
10
#10 Most Shared GameCube Game of 2002

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Metascore
92

Universal acclaim - based on 24 Critic Reviews

Critic score distribution:
  1. Positive: 24 out of 24
  2. Mixed: 0 out of 24
  3. Negative: 0 out of 24
  1. Xbox Nation Magazine
    90
    If you're looking for a pure sim with plenty of extras, plunk down the cash for "Madden." If you're looking to smash it up with your buds over Xbox Live, then NFL 2K3 is your best bet this year. [Fall 2002, p.106]
  2. GMR Magazine
    90
    Compares nicely to the firmly entrenched Madden juggernaut, and even beats it in some areas. [Feb 2003, p.95]
  3. Game Informer
    95
    Beyond Net play, 2K3 simply can't be ignored for the new depth within its Franchise mode and the series' evolving commitment to football that smacks you upside the head. [Sept 2002, p.89]
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