NCAA March Madness 2005

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8.3

Generally favorable reviews- based on 13 Ratings

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  • Summary: Lead one of 320 NCAA Division 1 Schools to the Big Dance with the most strategic basketball game ever developed. Use scouting reports and locker room videos from many of the nation?s top college coaches to create the ultimate game plan that takes you to the top. College Classics ? RecreateLead one of 320 NCAA Division 1 Schools to the Big Dance with the most strategic basketball game ever developed. Use scouting reports and locker room videos from many of the nation?s top college coaches to create the ultimate game plan that takes you to the top. College Classics ? Recreate many of college basketball's most memorable games with the greatest teams of all-time. Build a Dynasty ? With all new revamped EA Sports Dynasty Mode, build a powerhouse and run your program for up to 30 years. EA Sports Ask The Coach ? Several top Division I college basketball coaches join NCAA March Madness 2005 to provide scouting reports, strategies, and other unique advice. School Spirit ? New authentic fight songs, student-section crowd chants, mascots, and cheerleaders, deliver the sights and sounds that give college basketball its unique flavor. Ball against the Nation ? EA Sports Online allows users to play online against opponents from anywhere in the country. [Electronic Arts]… Expand
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Critic Reviews

Score distribution:
  1. Positive: 14 out of 19
  2. Mixed: 5 out of 19
  3. Negative: 0 out of 19
  1. GamePro
    90
    Maybe the option that tips the scales for you is Madness's all-mascot teams. [Jan 2005, p.106]
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  2. IGN
    86
    It definitely feels more like a standalone college game now with more of the atmosphere, gameplay and extras that make NCAA hoops so endearing. The sticky dynasty mode is well on its way to becoming one of my favorite features too.
  3. GameZone
    84
    Has solid features but graphically falls a little short of the championship.
  4. GMR Magazine
    80
    With great presentation and a fantastic dynasty mode, this is the premier college hoops game this season. [Jan 2005, p.118]
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  5. Sports Gaming Network
    79
    The recruiting systems are addicting and there is enough glitz and glamour to establish a college environment. The gameplay, in both of EA's college games, needs some more work, especially with A.I.
  6. Play Magazine
    75
    Although EA's game lacks the spark and depth that Sega's "College Hoops 2K5" provides, it's still a great game that deserves props for some pretty cool and innovative gameplay additions. [Jan 2005, p.81]
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  7. Cheat Code Central
    50
    There may not be many games that can deliver the college experience like NCAA March Madness but there are plenty of better basketball games out there that deliver a better game.
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Score distribution:
  1. Positive: 4 out of 4
  2. Mixed: 0 out of 4
  3. Negative: 0 out of 4
  1. TimB.
    Jan 7, 2005
    10
    Great game. very in depth.
  2. RyanT.
    Jan 25, 2005
    10
    Good game. Love the dynasty mode.
  4. WinfordL.
    Mar 1, 2005
    10
    A fun game, if not completely crappy.
  5. EricJ.
    Jan 7, 2005
    9
    Game is good, but I like NBA live better.

Awards & Rankings

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#62 Best PS2 Game of 2004