Madden NFL 06

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  • Summary: With enhancements to the passing game, defensive improvements, and expanded online options, Madden NFL 06 takes you onto the field and into the locker room like never before. The new "QB Vision Control" lets you scan the field, look off defenders, and make perfect throws withing yourWith enhancements to the passing game, defensive improvements, and expanded online options, Madden NFL 06 takes you onto the field and into the locker room like never before. The new "QB Vision Control" lets you scan the field, look off defenders, and make perfect throws withing your quarterbacks unique field of vision. "QB Precision Placement" allows you to put the ball exactly where you want it. Lead the receiver to an open area, throw it behind him so he can come back to it or throw a jump ball and let him go get it. [Electronic Arts]… Expand
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Score distribution:
  1. Positive: 29 out of 29
  2. Mixed: 0 out of 29
  3. Negative: 0 out of 29
  1. GamePro
    100
    Kudos to EA Sports for not being afraid to juice the complexity factor of an already complex game. Rookies will have to pay their dues, but veterans get treated to a brand-new challenge. [Sept 2005, p.82]
  2. Stuff
    95
    Once again, EA and Madden manage to do the impossible: They made us fall head-over-cleats in love with this frigging game all over again.
  3. Armchair Empire
    91
    This is definitely a great football game, even though it could reach a hall-of-fame level of excellence with better presentation values (particularly in the announcing booth and by possibly using the ESPN license it confiscated from 2K Sports and replicating the ESPN studio analysis that was part of ESPN 2K5).
  4. Da Gameboyz
    90
    More innovation than in the last few years, gameplay is as solid as ever.
  5. GameSpy
    90
    Although it's true that the QB Vision system changes the game dramatically, it's not always for the better, especially when you're still trying to learn how to use it properly. If you can get over the steep learning curve (and trust me, it's a doozy), you'll probably learn to love it, as it makes the game feel much more realistic.
  6. eToychest
    87
    There are hundreds of hours of gaming wrapped up into 2006, and even more if you get a group of friends who know how to play.
  7. Play Magazine
    75
    Why risk changing an already perfect passing sytem? I guess when you're the only game in town, you can do what you want. [Oct 2005]
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Score distribution:
  1. Positive: 41 out of 73
  2. Mixed: 20 out of 73
  3. Negative: 12 out of 73
  1. Opie&AnthonyFan
    Aug 9, 2005
    10
    Awesome.
  2. Donkay
    Aug 11, 2005
    10
    So Complex & So Addicting. For all you complainers that the QB Vision is too hard to learn, etc. you need to go back to playing Atari. So Complex & So Addicting. For all you complainers that the QB Vision is too hard to learn, etc. you need to go back to playing Atari. Superstar mode is the best new feature and really lets you grow with your player. Best sports game this year by far. I've only slept 5 hours in the first 2 days since I've got this game!… Expand
  4. SIPPIO
    Aug 11, 2022
    10
    Madden on PS2 from 2004-2008 is hands down the GOLDEN ERA..
    Same with NHL hockey 2002-2006..
    ***remember,,Madden dropped on Xbox360 couple    Madden on PS2 from 2004-2008 is hands down the GOLDEN ERA..
    Same with NHL hockey 2002-2006..
    ***remember,,Madden dropped on Xbox360 couple years b4 PS3 and was
    AWFUL...The 1st 3 years of Madden on that next gen is LEGENDARY
    for missing sooo many features.. The Tony runo show,,music,,coin/cards
    And player stats etc....
    —So for those old school gamers like me who miss old Madden and NHL
    DO-NOT think Xbox360 or PS3 because it will be easier to hook up HDMI or it will look prettier...
    It’s not as fluid with gameplay either...

    —-Side Note~~ my younger brothers both told me to return to Madden 2006-2012 on PS2
    Because myself & Most weren’t playing on PS2 anymore but the developers had super mastered their craft by this point and when I played the one with Fabre on cover(2009 iirc) it was soo epic on PS2.....
    PS2 Madden~Long Live The King LLTK!!!    … Expand
  5. MArcL.
    Aug 9, 2005
    9
    Outstanding update...although you might need a PHD in Maddenomics to fully grasp everything in the game now...
  6. CK
    Sep 1, 2005
    7
    The major problems still return, such as the complete and udder inability to block guys on punts. For those complaining that the cone is The major problems still return, such as the complete and udder inability to block guys on punts. For those complaining that the cone is "dumb" because you have to turn the QB's head, HELLO, do you watch real games, the QB doesn't just do no look passes. (I could imagine it now, Jason Kidd at QB, D-fenses screwed because he can throw a pass without looking.) Yes, being a game, the game can and does still still cheat. However, it is not nearly as blatant as in years past. I also agree that the game is nearly the same that they have produced the last three years. EA really needs to start cutting out the complete fluff that they keep adding, Create-A-Fan, Superstar mode. (I have no idea how people like Superstar. It is completely unrealistic. I don't think players just ask to be traded multiple times and the teams are just happy to oblige. It seems like it was added as an afterthought.) What EA really needs to focus on is the basics of the game. For example, a D-lineman directly over the tackle on a run play should be picked up by the tackle, the tackle should not let him D-lineman tackle the runner while he runs to block the linebacker. I also agree that the cone is completely annoying if the player has low awareness, but don't forget, there is a reason that Chad Hutchinson just got cut and it had nothing to do with his awareness. Try playing the Bears in the game with Hutchinson as your starter. You want to hate the game forever. I dare you. I also agree that they need to fix the defense. Even on All-Pro difficulty, I was picking 6 or 7 times a game. While this is really cool and fun, can you remember that last time that a real team had more than 3 picks? All in all, they NEED to update and revamp the features that people use most, like Franchise and the actual gameplay. Please EA, we beg of you, don't become the exclusive owner of junk.… Expand
  7. MatthewWhite
    Aug 8, 2005
    6
    That is soo stupid how the QB can look only one way and you have to turn his head to look the other way.
  8. RickSantos
    Jul 28, 2005
    0
    Different year same old Madden yo. Not worth the money this year. The graphics are still bad, and its the same game as last year with theDifferent year same old Madden yo. Not worth the money this year. The graphics are still bad, and its the same game as last year with the unoriginal and uninspired superstar mode. Do yourself a favor and wait and save for Madden on the 360 for all the game engine improvements.… Expand

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#10 Best PS2 Game of 2005
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#13 Most Discussed PS2 Game of 2005