Madden NFL 08

 PlayStation 2
Metascore
78

Generally favorable reviews - based on 11 Critic Reviews

Critic score distribution:
  1. Positive: 8 out of 11
  2. Mixed: 3 out of 11
  3. Negative: 0 out of 11
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  1. Official Playstation 2 Magazine UK
    90
    A stonking package that will keep fans and fresh faces busy until Madden 09. [Oct 2007, p.98]
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  2. PSM3 Magazine UK
    87
    Much better than on PS3. [Oct 2007, p.79]
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  3. Gamer 2.0
    80
    Madden NFL 08 was made with the PlayStation 3 and Xbox 360 in mind, so it's no surprise if you end up finding these versions of Madden to be lackluster.
  5. GamesRadar+
    80
    The biggest on-field addition is the Weapons feature, a nifty little option that makes it easy to spot mismatches and exploit or avoid them.
  6. PSM Magazine
    80
    Way more than a bargain bin-worthy roster update from last year's game. [Nov 2007, p.81]
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  7. IGN
    79
    The weapon system, which is obviously carried over from the newer consoles, doesn't deliver the kind of experience that you'd hope it would, and the adjustments to the older gameplay doesn't do enough to radically improve the title. While Madden 08 is still an enjoyable title, it isn't nearly as impressive as last year's game.
  8. Play.tm
    78
    If you already own previous Maddens then take a moment to think before buying this one, if you haven't dipped your toe into the Madden lagoon for a while then now is as good a time as any to take the plunge.
  9. GameSpot
    75
    The older console versions of Madden 08 offer a few control upgrades and a couple of bizarre new modes, but otherwise, this might as well be last year's game.
  10. Jolt Online Gaming UK
    74
    It’s Madden, which is no bad thing, but it’s a case of same stuff, different year.
  11. GameDaily
    70
    Not much has changed in the gameplay, outside of enhancements to the Hit Stick and the distribution of "weapons".
  12. Game Revolution
    58
    The special teams AI, however, remains consistent with the PS2 version (read: it’s horrible) so there is still room for improvement.

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#15 Best PS2 Game of 2007
16
#16 Most Discussed PS2 Game of 2007

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User Score
8.8

Generally favorable reviews- based on 28 Ratings

User score distribution:
  1. Positive: 23 out of 28
  2. Mixed: 4 out of 28
  3. Negative: 1 out of 28
  1. MinePlay512
    Jul 27, 2020
    10
    This is one of the best maddens of all time, I played this back past in this past and to this date, It's ready to be fired up.
  2. UnderrateXposer
    Nov 16, 2012
    10
    If you are from Europe and yet love American Football, this game is great for you because it includes some special teams and stadiums from Europe :D
  3. sandspeedruns
    Feb 25, 2023
    9
    Though the formula for PS2 Maddens had not changed for many years at this point, Madden 08 is still a great game. The best way to describeThough the formula for PS2 Maddens had not changed for many years at this point, Madden 08 is still a great game. The best way to describe this game is "if it ain't broke, don't fix it". This was released at the tail end of the PS2's lifespan (the PS3/Xbox 360 had already been out for a couple of years at this point), and therefore, nothing really had to change. I have both Madden 06 and Madden 08, and of the two, I would actually say 08 is better due to its Superstar mode (and better kicking mechanics). Classic!… Full Review »
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