Madden NFL 19

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Generally unfavorable reviews- based on 265 Ratings

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  1. HellaSavageX
    Mar 27, 2019
    10
    Just ignore all of the bad reviews, if you're a die-hard Madden fan then you'll love this game! Each year Madden just gets better and better, though the music is a bit lackluster this year that doesn't take away from the exciting hard hitting action! Get in the game!!!
  2. Brianoforris
    Aug 8, 2018
    10
    I’m absolutely in love with this game. Haters are already hating, but that always happens. The addition of the following positions with their own unique ratings has really improved the experience: power halfback, slot wide receiver, rush left end, rush right end, rush defensive tackle, sub package linebacker and one or two others that I can’t think of at the moment. The graphics and playerI’m absolutely in love with this game. Haters are already hating, but that always happens. The addition of the following positions with their own unique ratings has really improved the experience: power halfback, slot wide receiver, rush left end, rush right end, rush defensive tackle, sub package linebacker and one or two others that I can’t think of at the moment. The graphics and player animations are completely overhauled. Strategy is upgraded. If you like football, and you aren’t a negative Nancy, buy this game.… Expand
  3. BigGuyKnowsMen
    Feb 4, 2023
    10
    Madden NFL 19 is the latest iteration of the hugely popular American football simulation video game franchise from EA Sports. It is a great representation of the sport, delivering a comprehensive and authentic football experience for both casual and hardcore fans. One of the most notable aspects of Madden NFL 19 is its improved graphics and animations, which bring the game to life likeMadden NFL 19 is the latest iteration of the hugely popular American football simulation video game franchise from EA Sports. It is a great representation of the sport, delivering a comprehensive and authentic football experience for both casual and hardcore fans. One of the most notable aspects of Madden NFL 19 is its improved graphics and animations, which bring the game to life like never before. Players look and move realistically, and the stadiums are beautifully rendered, with weather effects adding to the atmosphere. Another major technological advancement in this game is the introduction of Real Player Motion (RPM) technology, which revolutionizes player movement and control. The animations are now smoother and more fluid, making the game feel more responsive and immersive. The game also features an updated franchise mode, with new tools and features that allow players to create and manage their own NFL dynasty. The mode is well-designed, and offers plenty of customization options, giving players the freedom to build the team of their dreams. Overall, Madden NFL 19 is a fantastic addition to the franchise and a true testament to the technological advancements made in the gaming industry. It's a must-play for any football fan and a great representation of the sport.… Expand
  4. Ticonz
    Aug 8, 2018
    9
    I haven't played Madden since Madden 10 and this game feels great so far.

    I really enjoy how franchise mode plays out and the overall feel of the game is much better than the previous one I played on xbox 360. The player motion feels great and the AI seems much smarter.
  5. T-Dubbs
    Sep 3, 2018
    9
    Madden 19 is a big improvement from madden 18 across the board except for long shot. The gameplay, especially competitive online play, is much better, your receivers don’t need 10 feet of space around them to catch the ball, however you won’t see cheese one handed catches. Running the ball is a bit more difficult this year but if it feels a lot more fun. MUT isn’t as pay to win (for theMadden 19 is a big improvement from madden 18 across the board except for long shot. The gameplay, especially competitive online play, is much better, your receivers don’t need 10 feet of space around them to catch the ball, however you won’t see cheese one handed catches. Running the ball is a bit more difficult this year but if it feels a lot more fun. MUT isn’t as pay to win (for the time being), which makes a solo grinder budget guy like me happy. The power system in MUT this year is way better than last years power up system. Franchise mode is better but still not great. It’s harder to build a dynasty this year on account of realism, you can import custom draft classes, and the new archetype system paired with schemes increases the immersion. However, the sim stats in franchise seem a bit unrealistic, with edge rushers consistently getting nearly 20 or above 20 sacks, among other statistical issues. For the bad, Longshot I’ve heard was meh, but that’s not what I play the game for. Online, the strip ball mechanic can be overpowered at times. The commentary is pretty bad and doesn’t capture the excitement of the game. Finally, the running animation is really awkward and weird. Overall, Madden 19’s much improved gameplay and franchise make it a worthy buy.… Expand
  6. dontsniffpaint
    Aug 8, 2018
    8
    It's interesting that last year kp70724 scored Madden '18 a 4/10, and this year it is a 2/10. Is the game twice as bad? Has kp70724 even spoken with the games creator, John Madden, and asked about why he made the design decisions he did? Common, let's have some integrity people!!

    8/10 for another amazing game from the all time great gaming whiz and all around great guy John Madden.    It's interesting that last year kp70724 scored Madden '18 a 4/10, and this year it is a 2/10. Is the game twice as bad? Has kp70724 even spoken with the games creator, John Madden, and asked about why he made the design decisions he did? Common, let's have some integrity people!!

    8/10 for another amazing game from the all time great gaming whiz and all around great guy John Madden.

    P.S. Keep an eye out for kp70724, it looks like he is being paid by Metacritic to make sure game has a fair and balanced overall user score and is paid to bring down game scores that are too high. Some people would sell their soul for a steak sandwich!! 2/10 for a game as amazing as Jonathan Madden, you've gotta be MAD to think that's a fair score!! 8/10 is the only fair score. 7/10 is too low because clearly the graphics are incredible, but not a 9/10 because graphics alone don't make a game amazing. I pray to my lord that Jonathan Madden doesn't pass away before Madden '20 and he can release his next masterpiece.    … Expand
  7. Phillygamer
    Aug 7, 2018
    8
    Madden 19 is noticeably better than 18 when you play it. It is not perfect but it is more fun to play. The player movement is more responsive. Seeing the entire field when passing is better, they must have improved the cameras a bit because now when my QB is in the pocket, I just feel more comfortable seeing which receiver to throw to. The running is tougher but I like that. The A.I. isMadden 19 is noticeably better than 18 when you play it. It is not perfect but it is more fun to play. The player movement is more responsive. Seeing the entire field when passing is better, they must have improved the cameras a bit because now when my QB is in the pocket, I just feel more comfortable seeing which receiver to throw to. The running is tougher but I like that. The A.I. is much more intelligent now as now teams really do play more like their real life counterparts. I played against Steelers and they ran the ball much more than the pass happy Patriots. Also the DBs in this game for the first time ever in a Madden game, do not drop the ball. Now if a QB makes a bad throw more than likely DB will come down with Interception. Graphics are significantly better. Most importantly, Madden 19 does not feel repetitive like 18. I feel like this will be a game even 6 months from now, you will still want to play.… Expand
  8. a5stargoldengod
    Nov 1, 2018
    8
    This is the first time i've played a Madden game, so I don't have anything to compare it against, and i am spending all of my time i Ultimate Team, so cannot speak of the game as a whole. But I am loving this game from what I have been using it for. Every single day there seems to be new Ultimate Team content, and I am quite frankly overwhelmed by the number of things to do within thisThis is the first time i've played a Madden game, so I don't have anything to compare it against, and i am spending all of my time i Ultimate Team, so cannot speak of the game as a whole. But I am loving this game from what I have been using it for. Every single day there seems to be new Ultimate Team content, and I am quite frankly overwhelmed by the number of things to do within this mode alone. For a completionist, this would be quite irritating that you cannot keep up with the challenges, but that's a good problem to have in a game like this.

    Tried playing multiplayer twice and was murdered both times - this is in the initial league, but hopefully you can get relegated from there and i'll be pitted against people more at my level.

    Beautiful graphics, satisfying challenges, tons of content, solid game!    … Expand
  9. Hughishness
    Aug 10, 2018
    7
    The fact that they FINALLY did something with franchise mode is a welcomed change. The new scheme fit and player progression system makes you stop and assess your teams strengths and weaknesses especially with the Fantasy Draft feature and Rookie Draft which they had the foresight to indicate which players fit your scheme. It's a nice wrinkle for those of us that have been autopilot forThe fact that they FINALLY did something with franchise mode is a welcomed change. The new scheme fit and player progression system makes you stop and assess your teams strengths and weaknesses especially with the Fantasy Draft feature and Rookie Draft which they had the foresight to indicate which players fit your scheme. It's a nice wrinkle for those of us that have been autopilot for the past few years. Still no real customization for team relocation which is a big disappointment and the soundtrack is inexcusably bad (one Pusha T song with a collection of bottom of the barrel trap garbage). The In-Game graphics, sound and commentary have all been given a shiny coat of paint as they do every year. The other shining bright spot is overall control responsiveness. These controls are tighter than they've ever been and add to the experience overall. Good and meaningful improvements.

    MORE THAN A ROSTER UPDATE THIS YEAR. Is it worth 60$?...eh that's debatable but still a good game overall.    … Expand
  10. tinopreld
    Jan 7, 2019
    7
    A decent game, better than FIFA. Franchise is fun. Of course I haven't played Madden for a long time so I don't know how it compares to previous ones, unlike FIFA
  11. jon_king
    Nov 5, 2020
    7
    tem alguns probleminhas mas a gameplay ainda é super divertida oq na minha opinião é o principal em um jogo de esporte
  12. Johnsonsteed91
    Mar 25, 2023
    7
    Classic madden installment. Longshot mode is aggravating for the trophy hunting community in the way of long cut scenes you can’t skip. Unfortunately the servers are now closed for this game.
  13. cody1
    Aug 17, 2018
    6
    If you've been playing Madden for 4+ years, I would hope that you're playing on at least all-pro if not all-madden difficulty. If so, you're playing this game for competitive ultimate team or online head to head mode because you've outgrown franchise. Therefore I'm rating this game based on just those two modes.

    The effectiveness of popular offensive plays from previous versions due to    If you've been playing Madden for 4+ years, I would hope that you're playing on at least all-pro if not all-madden difficulty. If so, you're playing this game for competitive ultimate team or online head to head mode because you've outgrown franchise. Therefore I'm rating this game based on just those two modes.

    The effectiveness of popular offensive plays from previous versions due to the poor game engine have been nerfed due to how rigged some of those plays were. CPU blitzing is also more effective in this years version. In ultimate team, the ranked MUT draft still gives above average players a good opportunity to earn rewards without having to grind through the solo challenges. However, I do wish at some point they'll release all-pro or all-madden solo challenges that don't require us to grind out so many rookie and pro challenges.

    Overall, Madden has been consistent in making slight improvements at best year to year. No one should be purchasing this game unless they plan to play online competitive modes because everything else is pretty trash and way to easy. This game is still great for online competitive play. The improved computer blitzing and nerfing plays that have been way too effective year after year due to poor game engine/mechanics will make online more competitive, which will continue to challenge online players in a new way.    … Expand
  14. jay_caspian
    Aug 7, 2018
    6
    Madden NFL 19 is a game that I have a love hate relationship with. On the one hand, it's graphics are beautiful. The animations recieved a much needed upgrade, and crowds look the best they've ever been in a madden game. Some modes, like Franchise mode recieved some nice upgrades (the ratings upgrade system is significantly improved), but was largely left ignored. I'm biased in sportsMadden NFL 19 is a game that I have a love hate relationship with. On the one hand, it's graphics are beautiful. The animations recieved a much needed upgrade, and crowds look the best they've ever been in a madden game. Some modes, like Franchise mode recieved some nice upgrades (the ratings upgrade system is significantly improved), but was largely left ignored. I'm biased in sports games because these mods are my favorite in sports game, but Madden has largely left these modes ignored for the fifth year in a row. That said, there's still plenty of good. The commentary is improving, the sounds on the field are realistic, and the overall presentation is solid, with the execption of replays, which often times leave you on an awkward angle where you can't even see the play.

    Without question, the most infuriating mode is Home Coming. The mode is absoletely a joke, lasting a mere 3 hours without completing an NFL season (again). This mode is an embarrasement to sports gaming and needs to be done, from the ground up.    … Expand
  15. bradysknee
    Aug 7, 2018
    6
    It doesn't meet what I'd expect a football game in 2018 to be. Gameplay is improved over Madden 18 but still flawed, franchise mode is a joke. Story mode is just a crappy movie and personally doesn't interest me at all. EA has gone all in to MUT, because guess what that makes more $$$$$$$$$$.

    It's a damn shame they have a monopoly on the NFL game license because they continually spew    It doesn't meet what I'd expect a football game in 2018 to be. Gameplay is improved over Madden 18 but still flawed, franchise mode is a joke. Story mode is just a crappy movie and personally doesn't interest me at all. EA has gone all in to MUT, because guess what that makes more $$$$$$$$$$.

    It's a damn shame they have a monopoly on the NFL game license because they continually spew out mediocre products with 'features' that are mostly recycled from years past.    … Expand
  16. jellowiggler
    Aug 17, 2018
    5
    The actual gamesplay and features seem janky and not finished.

    This game I just have to say "Huh?". After so many years of iteration this thing should be next to perfect. If you are going to profit to the 800 of million through micro-transactions alone (not including the purchase price) you should have a damn awesome, tuned products. The features are being taken out. The replay    The actual gamesplay and features seem janky and not finished.

    This game I just have to say "Huh?".

    After so many years of iteration this thing should be next to perfect.
    If you are going to profit to the 800 of million through micro-transactions alone (not including the purchase price) you should have a damn awesome, tuned products.

    The features are being taken out. The replay system is broken.

    Why isn't there a player look customization tool with facial features, body type, etc?
    Why isn't there a team customization?
    Why isn't there a management game?
    It just crazy....

    They do this because the millions just buy it, then throw tons of money at Ultimate Team after that. This is why having one company with the pro license is really bad. Nobody pushes the genre forward.

    I think NFL needs to open the license for competition again. I think that games should either be free platforms with microtransactions, or pay one price and play with all features. No mixing the two.

    The NFL games, and EA sports gaming in general are getting worse the longer they go on with exclusive rights. They make hit games by buying the licenses. The sitting on them and adding Ultimate team microtransactions. They are hit games because they are the only choice for the given sport. (At least FIFA has PES to compete with. But look at PGA, it got tons of competition and then EA gave up. Look at basketball, NBA2k is now the dominant franchise. It is possible to compete with them, so much so that when someone else innovates EA crumbles.)

    I would like to see NFL19 sell 20-30% less and have EA actually have to really dig and make a great game again to draw players. Or for the NFL to allow multiple publishers make competing games.
    Then we'd see some great things happen.    … Expand
  17. SinceDa90s
    Aug 12, 2018
    5
    Bring 2k football back! It sucks that Madden is the only choice gamers have but thats the world we live in today smh
  18. Faced8821
    Aug 26, 2018
    5
    It’s Madden. Was it worth the money if you own the previous years version? No, however.... it’s Madden. Small tweets to franchise, MUT and controls that are hardly noticeable. The background screens are pretty cool but hardly innovative. Every year I say I won’t buy madden and every year I buy it and get about 2 hours of satisfaction before regret kicks in.... this year was no different.It’s Madden. Was it worth the money if you own the previous years version? No, however.... it’s Madden. Small tweets to franchise, MUT and controls that are hardly noticeable. The background screens are pretty cool but hardly innovative. Every year I say I won’t buy madden and every year I buy it and get about 2 hours of satisfaction before regret kicks in.... this year was no different.

    HTTR!    … Expand
  19. proneisntsupine
    Nov 18, 2018
    5
    It's really about what you'd expect from a Madden game. There's nothing really new or revolutionary about it, and it delivers the expected experience. I'm personally not a fan of Madden Ultimate Teams, and the story was rather painful to slog through, but franchise mode and exhibition mode have always been the bread and butter of the Madden franchise, and they continue to deliver theIt's really about what you'd expect from a Madden game. There's nothing really new or revolutionary about it, and it delivers the expected experience. I'm personally not a fan of Madden Ultimate Teams, and the story was rather painful to slog through, but franchise mode and exhibition mode have always been the bread and butter of the Madden franchise, and they continue to deliver the mindless entertainment of Maddens past.… Expand
  20. tjwinn9
    Dec 23, 2018
    5
    Madden 19 is an average game. The speed is too slow the ball carriers are in slow motion. The soundtrack isn’t good, it’s all trash. The wide receivers are unrealistic, you get lightly hit and drop it but get blown up and make a one handed catch. In franchise mode trade logic is bad, it’s easier to trade for Luke Kuechly than it is to get Andre Hal. Homecoming is cheesy and boring.Madden 19 is an average game. The speed is too slow the ball carriers are in slow motion. The soundtrack isn’t good, it’s all trash. The wide receivers are unrealistic, you get lightly hit and drop it but get blown up and make a one handed catch. In franchise mode trade logic is bad, it’s easier to trade for Luke Kuechly than it is to get Andre Hal. Homecoming is cheesy and boring. Franchise mode is stale and repetitive, there is nothing different from last year other than player uprgrades. The positives are that I enjoy gameplay and some of franchise mode features but overall it needs A LOT of improvements.… Expand
  21. drewbrees9
    Nov 12, 2020
    5
    CONTENT: 5
    GRAPHICS: 5
    GAMEPLAY: 5
    There is one single reason to buy this product: it's the only football game on the market.
  22. opertinicy
    Nov 19, 2018
    4
    Probably the last game I'll purchase from EA Sports. It's like a web of advertisements to give them more money that it ruins the game. I like to play games to escape being hounded by money at every turn. Already paid ~$80 for the pre-release, and wish i could have it back. This business model is bad for games, and won't support it.
    On a happy note, it's fun to play against my friends.
  23. blkdeath75
    Aug 8, 2018
    4
    No idea why all these Madden titles get big reviews. Some people are just programmed to write the same thing every year. Video game football should be about playability and smooth reaction of controls. Madden doesn't hit either of these marks. The game has literally been the same since Madden 2010 only the graphics and animations get a bit better. You seriously could HB toss right and leftNo idea why all these Madden titles get big reviews. Some people are just programmed to write the same thing every year. Video game football should be about playability and smooth reaction of controls. Madden doesn't hit either of these marks. The game has literally been the same since Madden 2010 only the graphics and animations get a bit better. You seriously could HB toss right and left your way to victory in every single game because the AI never learns.
    I like to play D-line when I play and the linemen all have this ability to get magnetically drawn to the O-line. This has been like this since the Madden 90's era. Forcing the lineman to butt heads. Also the offense is just as bad. When a dime zone defense lines up on a fake punt offense and the pass completes for 40 yards it is almost as bad as a goaline blitz 90 rated defense watching a 62 rated HB run up the middle untouched from 15 yards out for a touchdown.
    The only reason Madden gets the reviews it does is because of team/player licensing and nobody else wants to try and get in the business of football games because EA has cornered the market since the early 90's.
    All in all just another EA game with purchase options to boost your Madden Ultimate Team(MUT) to whatever your wallet can handle to blow away single purchase players online with booster pack players.
    As far as the "haters will hate" posts, there is nothing else out on the market to duke it out with EA. Nothing to hate about other than nobody else will try.    … Expand
  24. SaintJames012
    Aug 11, 2018
    4
    In it's current state as of this review (August 11th), Madden is a bug riddled mess. While some bugs are comical in nature, such as the LB turning and staring at the referee which makes me think of some humorous situations where such an action would happen in the middle of a play, others are not so funny, annoying, or downright infuriating. One of the most common bugs that is fairlyIn it's current state as of this review (August 11th), Madden is a bug riddled mess. While some bugs are comical in nature, such as the LB turning and staring at the referee which makes me think of some humorous situations where such an action would happen in the middle of a play, others are not so funny, annoying, or downright infuriating. One of the most common bugs that is fairly annoying but not too bad is the injury notification that flashes every other play when no injury occurs. This will pop up several times in a game when noone gets hurt and will scare you a little the first time it occurs but will become annoying once you realize it is just a hoax. Another glitch involves the use of coach mode, in which the offense will run on autopilot as the mode intended, but the defense will not. This isn't even a situation where not touching the controller will put autopilot on, as if no action occurs, then the player will stand idle. The game soft locks if you spectate a field goal attempt regardless of you kicks it. LBs will stop in place to allow CPU RBs to break off for big yardage. CPU LBs will phase through linemen to tackle your runner behind the line of scrimmage on All-pro and All-Madden difficulty. on harder difficulties, QBs can break off multiple sacks in order to make a big play even if your defense plays flawless. If you use the 3rd person camera for defense, the game does not autoflip the control stick for tackles, so when you go to tackle, your guy will dive away from where you want to since the game is reading the stick in the opposite direction. During the pre-snap, the QB will sometimes wonder toward the sidelines and rarely , though quite infuriatingly enough, not come back resulting in a delay of game. If you call an audible on offense and also a hot route before snapping the ball, the game will sometimes not allow you to snap the ball unless you reset the play to the one you originally called. The player lock-on focuses on the player, but does not position the camera to where you can see the ball, so you are for the first couple seconds playing blind to what the offense is doing. And last but not least, Leveon Bell can teleport across the field, don't believe me look it up.In its state as of writing this, this game is annoying to play really needs to be ironed out.… Expand
  25. hokido
    Sep 1, 2018
    4
    This years iteration of Madden feels like yet another step back for the franchise, with Longshot failing to improve and build on last years release, gameplay wise the game feels no different, and the even more insidious microtransactions that have infested Madden make this a game that should be avoided.
  26. nicktwum
    Sep 10, 2018
    4
    Longtime Madden fan and has been waiting for more than a decade waiting for an Actual customization option and they give us this copy and paste a piece of **** I'm disappointed in EA first you ruined star wars and Mass Effect (I platinumed all the 3 mass effect games on my ps3) games for me, then you ruin the franchise I love ever since I was a kid... You fill it with ****Longtime Madden fan and has been waiting for more than a decade waiting for an Actual customization option and they give us this copy and paste a piece of **** I'm disappointed in EA first you ruined star wars and Mass Effect (I platinumed all the 3 mass effect games on my ps3) games for me, then you ruin the franchise I love ever since I was a kid... You fill it with **** microtransactions as though it was a mobile game...Screw this game I'm done with you EA I'm done with your games, the only game I may give a chance is anthem..knowing you, you will probably flop the **** out of it like ME: A… Expand
  27. ThePeoplesVoice
    Oct 26, 2018
    4
    At this point it's all kind of the same. There is no real innovation anymore.
  28. HellraiserGames
    Aug 15, 2018
    4
    This Game Sucks. Franchise update is a fail, still no assistant coaches, no training staff, no stadium or facilty upgrades, stat tracking is out of date. Bugs and glitches everywhere. Create a player is the same garbage it has been. Mut is pay to win football for dummys. Its just a Roster update Don't be like me Don't buy this game.
  29. jaxsuperstar
    Aug 27, 2018
    4
    I am playing on PC. The PC controls suck so you have to use a controller but when i use my controller the buttons are a mess. The game frequently crashes and save files corrupt easily. The game was a slight improvement than 18 but it still has a long way to go.
  30. Connorcox1997
    Feb 16, 2019
    3
    Remember when EA used to be a good company during the PS2/Xbox days before they didn't bought the whole NFL exclusive license to destroy there competitor. I missed those times. Today EA is definitely the worst company in America. There hasn't been a great Madden game since Madden 12. Back when Madden 18 use the frostbit 3 engine I thought it was going to look way better, but apparently, IRemember when EA used to be a good company during the PS2/Xbox days before they didn't bought the whole NFL exclusive license to destroy there competitor. I missed those times. Today EA is definitely the worst company in America. There hasn't been a great Madden game since Madden 12. Back when Madden 18 use the frostbit 3 engine I thought it was going to look way better, but apparently, I wish EA didn't use the frostbit 3 on Madden. Madden 19 is even worse than last year, its the same thing as the previous madden. The sequel to the Longshot story mode is a bit better than last years game, but the story is so cheesy. The Longshot hasn't been that good, and I bet Madden 20 is going to have the same thing to the story mode, cutscenes, cheesy dialogue, and a little bit of gameplay. At least with Fifa's the Journey you get to play as many games instead of watching cutscenes, and the Journey as fun to play. Madden Ultimate Team mode has been fun to play if it didn't have any of those stupid microtransactions. The game is still fun to play with your friends. The franchise mode it better than last year with the addition of draft classes in the game. EA is nothing but a terrible company that doesn't listen to there fans, makes the game worst, and lastly ruins everything that made Madden great in the first place. If EA didn't have to buy the whole license in the first place, there still would have been NFL 2k vs. Madden today. Imaging if NBA 2k decides to obtain the entire NBA exclusive license to destroy there competitor NBA Live and NBA 2k would still be the exact same thing year after year, and people would hate the game even more. That what Madden is today. I think it's about time that EA finally gives up the whole NFL exclusive license so we can have NFL 2k vs. Madden again, and make sports games great again.… Expand
  31. LinkinAmsterdam
    May 18, 2019
    3
    I am going to be as objective as possible with this review. I was going to give this game a 0 but to be fair there are some aspects which are not that terrible, but let me explain.

    Franchise mode: - There is absolutely nothing new about Franchise mode as opposed to last years game. The only difference is that now you are able to choose what aspect of your player you want to upgrade    I am going to be as objective as possible with this review. I was going to give this game a 0 but to be fair there are some aspects which are not that terrible, but let me explain.

    Franchise mode:
    - There is absolutely nothing new about Franchise mode as opposed to last years game. The only difference is that now you are able to choose what aspect of your player you want to upgrade after each game, that is, if they received enough points for improvement.
    - The draft class upload is the only feature that is really nice. You can upload draft classes from online all the way up to 2023, if enough people have created these draft classes online.
    - If you want to relocate your team or upgrade your stadium, there is no need because the stadiums, team names, and relocation cities have stayed the same since 2012.

    Let us move on to other things:

    Gameplay:

    The gameplay offline is alright, but the one thing I absolutely hate is the animations this year. What I mean by this is that if you have a receiver wide open and you tell your QB to throw high, the linebacker or whoever will jump about 10 feet high to intercept it. That is my review on offline gameplay, which is not that bad...

    Then I decided to try the online gameplay...holy **** a disgrace, let me explain:

    I don't know what it is about these animations this year but whenever you try to tackle somebody online with the hitstick they decide to spin off the tackle like a ballerina. I am not saying I am using a CB to tackle a FB, rather, I am using a DT to tackle a QB while he is running, and no it is not Michael Vick, it was Dan Marino. In addition, whenever you try to tackle someone online (MUT Squads against computer) the computer doesn't just spin off 1 tackle but off several.

    Anyway enough of that aspect...let us move towards MUT squads:

    MUT squads is not bad, but if you are not willing to spend the coins, then there will have to be countless hours put into the challenges if you want to get a team to compete against others online or even against the computer online. The standard you have to have in order to compete online is an average of an 88overall team. Even that may not be acceptable. But that is my benchmark and then most of the time, people will use "Money plays" every single time.

    "Money plays" are plays that work everytime because the computer (AI) is unable to actually respond to the same play that is being chosen. There used to be a time where Madden actually took skill to play such as Madden 1998-2013 (roughly) but now it is all dependent on "Money plays".

    Let me go back to gampelay for a second:

    - Pre-snap issues:
    - If you tell your defense to base align, they do the complete opposite. If you tell them to watch overtop, they will get beat overtop. So those pre-snap calls are absolutely useless.

    - Half-time show attempt:
    - Congratulations! Madden has ESPN or whoever now, but is unable to make anything of it because the halftime show during your game is just scores being recorded throughout the league by Jonathan Coachman. This is not needed as I can see this while playing the game.
    - God forbid you skip the halftime show, because then Madden personally attacks you with stupid phrases like: "well alright then, I guess I won't take a break"... so funny...maybe it is just because I heard it so often that it gets annoying when they keep saying sly sayings when you decided to skip the halftime show.

    The Story mode:
    - The story mode is not even worth playing because it is just a movie. It is a nice feature but all it is, is that is a mode for new people coming to madden or even football and just want to be interactive in a playable (partly) movie.
    - I did not even complete the story mode because it is not worth my time.

    Conclusion:
    - The same game as Madden 16 pretty much with updated rosters and a new story mode.
    - MUT squads is a decent mode if you actually invest time into it, however, do not expect to win much if you plan to go online. Also if you play MUT squads online against the computer with a friend, always go into a regular defense if the computer is on 4th and less than 10 yards. It is a guaranteed fake every time.

    - Franchise mode is nothing new, and I have played the entire 15 seasons, so trust me it just gets repetitive after the first 3 seasons as every team just get's the same generic stadium because they want to have the newest stadium. I literally played 9 teams in the same stadium in my 7th season.
    - Gameplay is terrible and needs a complete makeover to the point where it takes skill again and the animations aren't something out of a Michael Bay film. 10 feet jumps from the AI, while your player is having a seizure when you tell him to jump up for a ball.

    Save yourself and dont buy this game, although it is May so this review is probably not worthy to anyone. Anyway, Madden 20 won't be much different but I will buy it, cuz what else am i gonna play    … Expand
  32. Saintsday89
    Aug 8, 2019
    3
    It’s a minor update to 2019. It even has the same commentary. The superstar X factors are a terrible addition and the gameplay is actually worse this year. I am so disappointed. If I had bought a physical disc I would have already resold it.
  33. Sartagis
    May 19, 2019
    2
    I have played many versions of Madden NFL over the years. However, the version 4 years prior was the only one of the last decade other than 19.

    Game is very scripted. I have played 5-6 seasons and had one where I lost 8 games in the final defense of a drive. I have a running back that has got worse each season as he almost never breaks tackles. First and second year he had about the    I have played many versions of Madden NFL over the years. However, the version 4 years prior was the only one of the last decade other than 19.

    Game is very scripted. I have played 5-6 seasons and had one where I lost 8 games in the final defense of a drive.

    I have a running back that has got worse each season as he almost never breaks tackles. First and second year he had about the same number and the third year was half the number, per run. He was rated about 80 average the first year, upper 80s the second, and about 94 the third.

    MUT (Ultimate Team)

    The solo battles which is equivalent to FIFA's squad battles requires an online subscription, while FIFA does not. Also, you have to wait days to get a new set of games. The rewards are also quite poor compared to other game modes. The solo challenges can be fun but can also be very frustrating as they seem to be far more scripted. I just played 7 of the training challenges and NEVER stopped a team on 3rd down in 9 (Played last one 3 times) challenges, except once. In that game I had a 3-point lead and the computer threw into double coverage. The deep man kept running deeper while the pass was angled to the sideline so he was too far from the receiver. The Front defender just dropped to a walking speed allowing the receiver to catch the ball for a first down and this was on 4th and long. They get a touch down later so I had to get one to win. I march down field and score a TD with 12 seconds left. No return on the kickoff so they start at their 25. I run a 3 man line with deep zone defense and they pass. Single defender can't make the tackle and the deep defenders let him get 30 yards more before he is taken down for a 58 yard gain with 2 seconds to go. They kick a field goal to tie the game. I win the toss and get to where I can kick a 44-yard field goal. I have not missed under 50, even in high wind with my kicker. I kick the field goal and it hits the bottom bar and bounces out. I eventually intercept the ball and stop a team for the first time in about 20 drives. Note, my defense is rated about 86 with the teams I played being 76-81 overall. I drive down field and kick a 26 yard field goal I thought I was going to miss because it barely cleared the bar.

    Some noteworthy issues with the game.
    1. Forward progress marking is terrible. I had a receiver catch a ball and get hit at the 1 and knocked back and a second defender drops him at the 4. He never moved forward after the first hit so it should have been at the 1. Next play, I run the ball and get hit at the 1 and they pile on pushing me back to the 11 where I finally hit the ground. Should have been marked at the 1 and it was marked at the 11. I have seen many dozens of bad marking like this and likely have not noticed most of those that happened to shave a yard or two off.

    2.Scripting. The other team seems to be pre-determined to play very well or very poorly. It seems very weighted to the former.

    3. Too many big plays. Plays of 15+ yards are the norm.

    4. Too pass dependent. Running is often much harder than passing. In hundreds of tackles when running between the ends of the offensive line I have never broken one made behind the line, even when not using the acceleration burst.

    5. MUT is too online focused. No solo option that I can see to fine tune your team like the leagues in FIFA.    … Expand
  34. kp70724
    Aug 7, 2018
    2
    PS4lover (quite a generic name, wouldn't you say?) gave Madden 18 a 10/10 rating last year too. Please don't tell me that EA is writing these user reviews?

    ps4lover Aug 22, 2017 Rating: 10 Amazing Graphic, good gameplay. good presentation.. Animations look good but need to be revamped.. Block Mechanic is great.. running game is pretty good. Edit: Porhawj gave WWE 2k16 and Madden    PS4lover (quite a generic name, wouldn't you say?) gave Madden 18 a 10/10 rating last year too. Please don't tell me that EA is writing these user reviews?

    ps4lover

    Aug 22, 2017
    Rating: 10
    Amazing Graphic, good gameplay. good presentation.. Animations look good but need to be revamped.. Block Mechanic is great.. running game is pretty good.

    Edit: Porhawj gave WWE 2k16 and Madden 19 a (10) rating…… and NHL 16 a (9) rating. Seriously guys, watch out for these paid reviews

    Dontsniffpaint, did you even read my review last year? Because it was the highest rated one on this site. Last’s year’s game was a 2/10. It was awful. The game was scripted, player motions were awful…ratings didn’t matter. Dontsniffpaint has indeed sniffed way too much paint.    … Expand
  35. CodeAmino
    Aug 25, 2018
    2
    I'll state this right off the bat: I'm someone who essentially only plays franchise mode. Just not into MUT like a lot of people are nowadays. I understand why EA would cater to their most popular mode that just so happens to rake in the $$$. But as a longtime fan of Madden? I'm offended EA continues to consistently give us a completely stale Franchise Mode. It's the same, and it's lazy.I'll state this right off the bat: I'm someone who essentially only plays franchise mode. Just not into MUT like a lot of people are nowadays. I understand why EA would cater to their most popular mode that just so happens to rake in the $$$. But as a longtime fan of Madden? I'm offended EA continues to consistently give us a completely stale Franchise Mode. It's the same, and it's lazy.

    The rest of this review is going to be me simply ranting about a few specific things I don't like about the game.

    Team Re-Branding:
    How many years in a row have the options for team re-branding stayed exactly the same? Just embarrassing at this point. Re-branding and design is an area that NBA 2K absolutely blows Madden out of the park in. Which is yet another sad reminder of the type of game we'd have if 2K could still make NFL games...but I digress.

    Fantasy Drafting:
    Something I always love doing in Madden is starting up franchise mode, making myself the owner/coach of every team, and doing a huge fantasy draft where I make the picks for every team. In past versions, there was a ticker on the left hand side of the screen showing which picks have already been made and which teams were coming up. This year, it's gone! It makes no sense to me why they would take that away. This may sound like a pointless complaint, but that's the sort of weird crap I do with this Madden every year, and having that taken away is a big deal to me.

    Customized Draft Classes:
    Draft classes you can upload to franchise mode? That's awesome. I love that. That's one thing I can easily applaud them for. But it might be the only thing.

    Soundtrack is Generic and Terrible:
    Does anyone remember a time when the Madden soundtrack was actually legit? Feels like it's been getting progressively worse since the early 2000s. I remember how exciting it used to be hearing a new Madden soundtrack for the first time and getting all of those sweet jams stuck in my head. Heck, even to this day almost 15 years later I still have Yellowcard's "Way Away" playing in my head on loop... all thanks to Madden 2004. But Madden 19? I simply have no words for this abomination of a "soundtrack." It's a generic disgrace. I can only assume they're going this route now in order to save money on song royalties. That's so incredibly weak on their part.

    Thoughts on Actual Gameplay:
    I know they've improved a few things here and there...but I promise you that I literally couldn't tell a single difference in gameplay between 18 and 19. I'll admit that I don't have the keenest memory of what 18 was like (it's been awhile) and that I also didn't play 19 for very long. Would I have noticed some differences if I had played a lot longer? Probably. But if I didn't notice anything different within the first 5 or so minutes of playing both defense and offense? That's all the time I needed in order to realize it's simply not worth the 60 bucks.

    I'm glad I played it safe by renting it at Red Box first before opening up the copy I had just received from Amazon. Now I can return it with peace of mind knowing I only wasted a few bucks instead of 50. I wholeheartedly recommend renting first to anyone else who purchases annual sports games. I can't believe this is the first time I every thought to do that...but I'm sure glad I did.    … Expand
  36. djh11001
    Sep 7, 2018
    2
    Where to begin,,,Well, I gave it a (2) purely because graphically it looks nice. But honestly, the past 5 versions of Madden that have come out, have gotten progressively impossible to play. The real player motion would be ok if it applied to every player on the field, but it doesn't. It only applies to the human controlled ball carriers. This alone has destroyed any fun in running theWhere to begin,,,Well, I gave it a (2) purely because graphically it looks nice. But honestly, the past 5 versions of Madden that have come out, have gotten progressively impossible to play. The real player motion would be ok if it applied to every player on the field, but it doesn't. It only applies to the human controlled ball carriers. This alone has destroyed any fun in running the ball in this game. I remember a time when you snapped the ball and had amazing responsiveness and control of your players and it was FUN and yet still challenging enough. But now, to have any chance at a realistic experience, you have to let the CPU control your ball carrier until at least the line of scrimmage is reached or else you get buried for a 5 yard loss. Don't get me started on the stupid double tapping for turbo. We have reached a point where it feels as though EA keeps slapping a new coat of paint on an old beat-up truck. If the NFL refuses to extend licensing to create competition here, then please EA, take a look back at your roots. Look back at Madden '04, '05 etc. These games were fun they were not bogged down with overly complicated control schemes. You just picked them up and played. If Madden '19 played like Madden '05, but with these updated graphics, then you would be looking at a 9.5 out of 10 title. One last thing.....Real time physics engine please!! This physics based animation nonsense has got to stop. EA if you need help on this, contact the BackBreaker development team. Too bad you guys couldn't team up....or could you???… Expand
  37. ThuleNord88
    Sep 30, 2018
    2
    Like the nfl in general, this game needs to get on its knees and admit its inferior garbage. Micro transactions and copy paste gameplay. It just never ends.
  38. RomeGoLARGE
    Mar 26, 2019
    2
    Game sales are stellar yet the community complains about the game. The game will never get better until we stop buying it. The game is mediocre with a beautiful presentation. Not many features and worst of all the scripted gameplay.
  39. verygrumpygreg
    Aug 17, 2018
    2
    the only reason i bought this is so i can make my own roster updates and draft classes. So i can play this game for years now. other then that is madden 16 but shinny.
  40. FinkPloyd
    Aug 18, 2018
    2
    I've been a Madden Player for a few years and i think this is the last one i will buy. My favorite mode to play is franchise and no matter what difficulty you play on, its impossible. Running the ball is simply not an option as right when you get handed the ball, you barely have any time to move and the RB is so slowwww. No matter who you use, they're incredibly slow. Passing is alwaysI've been a Madden Player for a few years and i think this is the last one i will buy. My favorite mode to play is franchise and no matter what difficulty you play on, its impossible. Running the ball is simply not an option as right when you get handed the ball, you barely have any time to move and the RB is so slowwww. No matter who you use, they're incredibly slow. Passing is always inaccurate no matter how easy the rout is and wide receivers drop almost every pass I dont use MUT or even bother with the so called "story mode" which has atrocious acting and just a boring plot overall. Extremely disappointed in the cash grab company that is EA.… Expand
  41. CC5277
    Sep 11, 2018
    2
    After playing 10 hours worth of Franchise mode, Madden 19 revealed its same issues that have plagued the game the previous 3 years.
    Issues:
    1. Run Game/Tackling - Offensive linemen cannot hold blocks and are not intelligent with blocking assignments Many times they run past defenders without engaging. Often times, if you run next to a lineman who is blocking a defender, 9/10 times the    After playing 10 hours worth of Franchise mode, Madden 19 revealed its same issues that have plagued the game the previous 3 years.
    Issues:
    1. Run Game/Tackling - Offensive linemen cannot hold blocks and are not intelligent with blocking assignments Many times they run past defenders without engaging. Often times, if you run next to a lineman who is blocking a defender, 9/10 times the defender will successfully disengage the block and make the tackle. Far too high. When the defender is within ~3-4 yards or so, the game predetermines that the defender will make a tackle. You can see during replays that defenders will change direction in a fraction of a second, sometimes moving faster than a ball carrier is running forward. Running also feels "chunky" in that you're player can only run in four directions, north, south, east, or west. There is no room for making fine cuts and taking precise angles. to hit a hole. Its either you run right into the back of your lineman, or you bust it out too wide, causing a defender to catch up to make the tackle. The new "Run Player Motion" is an absolute disaster. Why is a running back hitting a hole standing straight up?

    2. Passing Offense/Running Physics - In an attempt to make the game have cooler plays, it sacrifices the fluidity of a pass play. For instance, the moment that the ball is released by the QB, you can see the the defender make an unrealistic change in their direction to make a play, usually an interception (because all defenders seem to have 99 catching and 99 route running). Defenders who are in coverage of other receivers, and who are 15+ yards away from your intended receiver, change their direction immediately when the QB begins his arm in motion. No person can react that quickly to make a break on a ball. DB's/LB's are able to change direction on a dime to make a play on the ball. It is completely unrealistic.

    3. Option - The option again this year is still insanely nerfed from when it was first introduced into Madden. Many times, when a read is made to hand the ball off because the DE/LB stays at home, and "handoff" button is pressed, the game will not hand off the ball, even though the QB and RB are still in mesh.

    4. Player conditioning - For the situations of scrambling QBs (for a mobile QB) and DBs on interceptions, they get tired way too soon to be effective. My QB was below 20% stamina before he got 10 yards downfield. The same thing goes for DBs right after a pick, they have severely low stamina, and their speed gets cut in half. This is unacceptable.

    5. Interception Issues - Another issue that goes back 3+ years. When your defender has intercepted the ball, and the screen turns to take control and the player holds forward on the joystick, the game does not understand that the field has been reversed. So when you hold forward, with the screen turning to have you run forward, your player tries to run backward, and losing running momentum, making most pick 6 opportunities impossible.

    Conclusion - Clunky and same game play continue for yet another year of Madden. They try to have beautiful graphics, at the massive expense of mechanics. EA has been incompetent in providing a quality game for its fan base. Classic EA.    … Expand
  42. Drizzy14
    Sep 18, 2018
    2
    Made an account just to say how trash this game is. Online mode still riddled with cheating/broken mechanics. Deflected passes go 10 yards and get caught by players. Gang tackles miss. Same old crap every year, don't know why I buy it. Passing anywhere but vertical or over the middle works. Anything to the outside has a LB jump 10 ft in the air to pick the ball. CBs still warp... its justMade an account just to say how trash this game is. Online mode still riddled with cheating/broken mechanics. Deflected passes go 10 yards and get caught by players. Gang tackles miss. Same old crap every year, don't know why I buy it. Passing anywhere but vertical or over the middle works. Anything to the outside has a LB jump 10 ft in the air to pick the ball. CBs still warp... its just frustrating thay EA has nobody to compete against.… Expand
  43. njjones214
    Sep 19, 2018
    2
    Created an account just to post this review. DO NOT buy this game if you are an offline franchise guy. The hyped 'improvements' like the franchise mode stuff are all cosmetic, while the mode itself is still heartless, soulless, and boring. There's no player resign/free agent logic, players simply resign if you pay them, or go. Presentation is LITERALLY the same since madden 15, with thereCreated an account just to post this review. DO NOT buy this game if you are an offline franchise guy. The hyped 'improvements' like the franchise mode stuff are all cosmetic, while the mode itself is still heartless, soulless, and boring. There's no player resign/free agent logic, players simply resign if you pay them, or go. Presentation is LITERALLY the same since madden 15, with there being few cutscenes, and they repeat OVER AND OVER again each game, like the nfl films behind the head coach view, or the dreaded coach fist pump that triggers so often. Commentary was so bad and generic that I muted it.

    The constant mut messages(a mode I rarely play) are constant and annoying...they obviously want even more of my money. They don't care about anything but mut, so they slapped on another yearly gimmick to try to mask that, this time being 'rpm' system, but it's HEAVILY FLAWED. One, it ONLY effects the ballcarrier, forcing you to pace yourself before accelerating, while the defense runs full speed at all times, so it's not balanced. Secondly, the system itself is glitchy, causing ballcarriers to run goofy, or even worse, sometimes JOG even when I hold the sprint button. The worst and most unrealistic part of it is that defenders are coded to shed their blocks AS SOON AS YOU HOLD THE SPRINT BUTTON! The ai can't run the ball at all, and I've had several games where I've held them to negative yards rushing. Physics have taken a step back, and every LB in this game is super alert at all times. Screen passes DON'T work since your dumb rb often runs into the back of his blockers, and the defenders are right in your face as soon as you hike the ball.

    Speaking of hiking the ball, you have no control over your qb until he does his backpedal...NO USER CONTROL! The pass rushing mechanics are so generic and need to be fixed badly(they are saving this for the future to sell newer madden games). A LOT of the player models look off, or flat out wrong, unless they are superstar/notable players, inexcusable lack of effort. The challenge system STILL doesn't work right, injuries are everywhere too. I had a game where all 3 of my RBs got injured, so since the game isn't smart enough to put in a WR, they put in my starting RB who was 'hurt' and not supposed to return, so he literally can't run, and just stood there will he got the ball! This is a bad game, I wish I didn't cave in and buy this.

    Menus are slow, the soundtrack sucks and has no variety, the mut reminders are constant and everywhere, hardly any bad weather games in franchise mode, presentation is horrible. Shame that nfl 2k5 is STILL the best football game out, and look at how long it's been.

    I'm going to cut my losses and get a meal out of selling it back to gamestop...at least then that would be the first good thing madden 19 has done for me.    … Expand
  44. thad121
    Jan 15, 2019
    2
    I usually dont review games but you guys forced my hand on this one. I love football and because I do, I talk myself into buying Madden every year. The game is usually bad but this year is absolutely disappointing. Scripted gameplay and game altering glitches take every ounce of fun out of this game. The real player motion made player movement choppier than ever. Graphics are fine but theI usually dont review games but you guys forced my hand on this one. I love football and because I do, I talk myself into buying Madden every year. The game is usually bad but this year is absolutely disappointing. Scripted gameplay and game altering glitches take every ounce of fun out of this game. The real player motion made player movement choppier than ever. Graphics are fine but the gameplay is an absolute nightmare.… Expand
  45. hitpoint0213
    Feb 10, 2019
    2
    This game received a facelift over previous Madden games, that is all. It looks nicer, and yet seems to play worse than ever, EA has only added shovel fulls of bugs onto the mountain. It's still just a game of animations and game scripting rather than actual mechanics and realistic gameplay, and again, this issue only feels worse than ever. Franchise mode got a new progression system,This game received a facelift over previous Madden games, that is all. It looks nicer, and yet seems to play worse than ever, EA has only added shovel fulls of bugs onto the mountain. It's still just a game of animations and game scripting rather than actual mechanics and realistic gameplay, and again, this issue only feels worse than ever. Franchise mode got a new progression system, which makes it much more playable (1 point) and giving us the ability to make custom draft classes is nice (1 point), yet both of these don't matter when gameplay, both in-game and in-sim, are eye-gougingly, aneurysm-inducingly, TERRIBLE.… Expand
  46. raidernation
    Mar 25, 2019
    2
    I made an account because I feel so strongly my need to share how trash EA and this game are. It's just a sham. There's always a predetermined script that acts as god and manipulates that certain things happen in the game.
  47. Nsimdon1999
    Aug 16, 2019
    2
    This game is flat out horrible with its terrible gameplay and unresponsive controls. There are so many bugs in this game and it feel like the game wants you to lose. Here’s my scenario it’s 20-22 I’m losing after a QB scramble on 2nd down I get the ball down to the 5 yard line and there are 19 seconds left on the clock. At this point I am out of timeouts so I spam circle to run up andThis game is flat out horrible with its terrible gameplay and unresponsive controls. There are so many bugs in this game and it feel like the game wants you to lose. Here’s my scenario it’s 20-22 I’m losing after a QB scramble on 2nd down I get the ball down to the 5 yard line and there are 19 seconds left on the clock. At this point I am out of timeouts so I spam circle to run up and spike the ball before time runs out. But instead it sends me to super sim assuming the coach is bringing out the kicking team but next thing I know the game ends and we lose. This has been a problem with the last 3 madden games. EA continues to ruin this once loved gaming franchise. So tired of the same garbage every year from this game despite longshot which did not interest me at all and the new face of the franchise which was way overhyped there has been no major changes to this game which it desperately needs. I don’t think EA will change ever there is no competition for football games and the market is basically just Madden. They will continue to make money and make 0 changes and it’s just sad.… Expand
  48. ReviewMachine
    Aug 3, 2020
    2
    There charging AAA prices for a crap game. Madden died 15 years ago. The mindless idiots that keep voting with there wallets on buying junk like this game just keep promoting lazy,incompetent, trash developers to keep making games like this.
  49. Hscoa
    Sep 1, 2020
    2
    Unpopular opinion: I liked Longshot. But that's it. Franchise mode was still the same, and the game had the least features of probably any sports game. Only Play Now, Franchise, Longshot, and stupid Ultimate Team.
  50. Fishersam
    Aug 10, 2018
    1
    I pre-ordered Madden and played it day 1. After loading into the main menu, the FIRST thing i noticed was that the only menu tile that had any color or distinction was MUT mode. This is EA/Madden's microtransaction mode where you can buy players to build an imaginary team to play against AI versions of other people's imaginary teams. On the main menu, every other game mode tile was greyI pre-ordered Madden and played it day 1. After loading into the main menu, the FIRST thing i noticed was that the only menu tile that had any color or distinction was MUT mode. This is EA/Madden's microtransaction mode where you can buy players to build an imaginary team to play against AI versions of other people's imaginary teams. On the main menu, every other game mode tile was grey with with simple black text. This should tell you all you need to know about what game modes EA and Madden prioritized.

    On day one, i fired Madden up and played as much MUT as i could before i realized I wasn't having fun and i wasn't willing to pay the money required to have fun. I'd already spent $60 for the game!! I then tried the other modes and there is NO improvement from past years. It almost seemed like an afterthought to EA. Even the online head to head mode seems barebones. I refunded on day 1 and will be putting my $60 towards something else.    … Expand
  51. Djwoods23
    Sep 7, 2019
    1
    Awful game. I only play madden for franchise mode and this years franchise mode is a JOKE. I have the first pick in the draft and I can't trade for the 2nd pick, future first and another pick. Real NFL trades involving top first rounders go for 2, 3, 4 extra firsts and a couple seconds.... not with this madden. You can't trade the first pick the the draft for the second pick and anythingAwful game. I only play madden for franchise mode and this years franchise mode is a JOKE. I have the first pick in the draft and I can't trade for the 2nd pick, future first and another pick. Real NFL trades involving top first rounders go for 2, 3, 4 extra firsts and a couple seconds.... not with this madden. You can't trade the first pick the the draft for the second pick and anything more that a future 6th. Want to trade for a player? Best of luck because you aren't doing it unless the computer is the CLEAR cut winner. Want to improve a player? Best of luck. At the end of the season you will get 1 token to pick a "package to upgrade your player and the computer picks what comes out of the package. They could pick to upgrade 2 things. They could pick to upgrade 8. Usually they upgrade 2 things in the package and your layer doesn't even improve. Franchise mode is a COMPLETE JOKE. EA only cares about MUT because they make extra money on it. Hence why they ONLY focus on improvements to that mode.… Expand
  52. CaseyMoe
    Aug 13, 2018
    1
    For me, this is the last year I purchase this game. I am truly disgusted with the lack of effort put into anything that isn't tied to the micro-transaction heavy mode that is MUT. It's the year 2018, we're playing on next gen consoles and EA has been making a killing on the micro-transactions for so many years now so we know they have earned the resources needed to improve the game anyFor me, this is the last year I purchase this game. I am truly disgusted with the lack of effort put into anything that isn't tied to the micro-transaction heavy mode that is MUT. It's the year 2018, we're playing on next gen consoles and EA has been making a killing on the micro-transactions for so many years now so we know they have earned the resources needed to improve the game any way they see fit to do so - yet CFM is as shallow or worse than Franchise Mode was a decade ago.

    Speaking of MUT, if you think Battlefront 2 was P2W before EA removed the loot boxes, go play MUT and tell me it's not as bad or worse. I wish football fans were as steadfast as the Star Wars community that stood together and forced EA's hand to remove the micro-transactions from the game.    … Expand
  53. AlexHerr
    Oct 15, 2018
    1
    I Bought the game because it is the only football game on the market, if there was any other option, ANY OTHER OPTION i would buy that game. Madden is filled with bugs and they occur on every play. The overall feel of the game is choppy and not fluent at all. The MUT is a dumb idea and all sports games are trying to make it work. Overall, the game is lacking the essentials that brought meI Bought the game because it is the only football game on the market, if there was any other option, ANY OTHER OPTION i would buy that game. Madden is filled with bugs and they occur on every play. The overall feel of the game is choppy and not fluent at all. The MUT is a dumb idea and all sports games are trying to make it work. Overall, the game is lacking the essentials that brought me into the game in the first place years ago.… Expand
  54. ttomp13
    Oct 30, 2018
    1
    The Artificial Intelligence is Bad.

    There is no other way to say it. You will have blockers that miss easy downfield blocks. The screens are broken, 9x out of 10. Nano-blitzing is more prevalent than ever. Mobile quarterbacks have been immobilized and are unrealistically slow. Easy interceptions are dropped on a regular. Then, out of nowhere, a spectacular diving interception will    The Artificial Intelligence is Bad.

    There is no other way to say it. You will have blockers that miss easy downfield blocks. The screens are broken, 9x out of 10. Nano-blitzing is more prevalent than ever. Mobile quarterbacks have been immobilized and are unrealistically slow. Easy interceptions are dropped on a regular. Then, out of nowhere, a spectacular diving interception will occur. The zone coverage AI is awful. The ability to even pick up a fumble? Is often awful.

    I asked myself, "Maybe it's just me." I was 150 - 100 last year online, ranked in the top 15,000, and would regularly beat top 500 players. Throw in Madden 19, I cannot win a game. I take the training. Improve my "skills." But after today?

    After my opponent had a WR that was WIDE OPEN on a streak, and the WR made ZERO attempt to even turn around and look for the ball...the ball hit the WR right in his upper back... this is on a 30-yard pass mind you, wide-open, plenty of time to look back for the ball... BUT NOPE. The ball hits the wide-open WR right in the back of his upper back.

    After that incident, I've literally DELETED this game from my XBOX.

    When I went out to buy this game, I said to myself, "The glitches on Youtube probably don't happen that often." And that's true: The teleportation, the missing hand and forearm, and the inability to pickup a fumble at all...that's only happened to me a few times. So I said, "Alright, I can deal with this if this doesn't happen that often."

    Problem is:

    From a completely unbiased standpoint here and based solely on observation, the AI in this game is about as intelligent as the sheep that run off the cliff in Red Dead Redemption 1...

    In fact, this game is so bad, I've spent more time joking about how bad it is then actually trying. It's really, really brutal. I don't know what else to say. I've DELETED it from my Xbox after PAYING $60 for it. Unless EA gets their **** together, I definitely will PLAY 20 first before buying...and this is the FIRST year I have ever said that.    … Expand
  55. PS4BEAST
    Nov 6, 2018
    1
    This game is so trash.Been a madden fan for years and this one is the worst i have seen in the past couple years. Impossible to run the ball! Ball carriers are big and dumb looking and run extra slow. Melvin Gordon looks jacked and runs like a snail. That is what all the running backs look and move like for the most part and if i wanted to run like LBell i would pick the Steelers. Also,This game is so trash.Been a madden fan for years and this one is the worst i have seen in the past couple years. Impossible to run the ball! Ball carriers are big and dumb looking and run extra slow. Melvin Gordon looks jacked and runs like a snail. That is what all the running backs look and move like for the most part and if i wanted to run like LBell i would pick the Steelers. Also, the team ratings are no where near realistic! Lastly, this game is glitchy and overall gameplay is **** NOT BUY THIS GAME!EA **** the bed with this one.… Expand
  56. Zactex2
    Feb 8, 2019
    1
    Absolutely the worse madden I’ve ever played. Preordered it and it crashed my PS4 the first two months while in franchise.
  57. arbrondarbit
    Feb 13, 2019
    1
    Haven't played since Madden 16 and wished I had kept it that way. The game is still clearly scripted to keep the games close. If you're up by a couple of touchdowns the CPU just goes nuts to put you in a position where you have to drive on the last possession to win the game with a TD. EA seems to think it's fun to have every game be a come from behind victory on the last possession. ItHaven't played since Madden 16 and wished I had kept it that way. The game is still clearly scripted to keep the games close. If you're up by a couple of touchdowns the CPU just goes nuts to put you in a position where you have to drive on the last possession to win the game with a TD. EA seems to think it's fun to have every game be a come from behind victory on the last possession. It isn't. Interceptions are still through the roof even if I knock the sliders to 0 I'm throwing 3 picks a game on the regular.

    The game looks beautiful and I like the feel of the plays. They really need to put in a quick presentation option though as you end up hitting X after every play to avoid the replay and commercials.    … Expand
  58. asdqwerrt
    Mar 4, 2019
    1
    You know how people often say how every Madden, Fifa, NBA 2K, etc. is the exact same? well, those claims are actually true now! (at least for Madden) This game is literally the exact same as Madden 18 and 17, the soundtrack is reused and incredibly dull, the teams are re-branded and aren't fun to control (especially if you're using a controller other than the Dualshock 4), and the graphicsYou know how people often say how every Madden, Fifa, NBA 2K, etc. is the exact same? well, those claims are actually true now! (at least for Madden) This game is literally the exact same as Madden 18 and 17, the soundtrack is reused and incredibly dull, the teams are re-branded and aren't fun to control (especially if you're using a controller other than the Dualshock 4), and the graphics are incredibly simplistic for a game that's supposed to be realistic. But if those were the only problems with the game, I'd probably give it a 4. However, not only was it branded as a new game, but EA payed critics to give it a good review, that, combined with all the mindless sheep who continue to buy these games EVERY YEAR and constantly pay for micro transactions shows how despicable this company has become. To everyone reading this, boycott Madden NFL 20 and every game after it, it's obvious that these games will never become good again so long as the continue to get rushed each year. We need to tell EA that enough is enough and that we've had it with their **** and the only way to do so is to not purchase ANYTHING from them, thus making them lose money. The sooner we show EA that these decisions have huge consequences, the sooner EA will actually give us what we want instead of taking advantage of everyone.… Expand
  59. kingfeade
    Mar 3, 2019
    1
    This will be the last year i buy Madden. Adding the draft classes and the extra positions is the only positive in this years franchise mode. The tackling and running and dropped passes when anybody is near your TE with 99 catch.... EA... cmon... you arnt even trying anymore...

    Shame on you for just taking money and updating rosters and calling that a new game. Consistently QBs with 50    This will be the last year i buy Madden. Adding the draft classes and the extra positions is the only positive in this years franchise mode. The tackling and running and dropped passes when anybody is near your TE with 99 catch.... EA... cmon... you arnt even trying anymore...

    Shame on you for just taking money and updating rosters and calling that a new game. Consistently QBs with 50 break tackle and strength would run over opposing players with strength in the 90s.... what is the point of the strength metric??? A safety with high Hit Power and Strength more often should have more violent encounters against smaller weaker players and vice versa... Im sick of seeing my giant strong TE get taken down so easily by smaller weaker players.... it should be a struggle to bring him down.

    Additionally, if i have catch and catch in traffic 99.... i dont want to see multi drop games ... players with poor catch rating... vice versa.... in the running game, which is slow and plotting, If you have a numbers advantage and the defense doesn't adjust... that should be a good gain and vice versa...2 cant block 4.
    This game was such a lazy iteration. It doesn't feel like football. It doesn't feel like the ratings of the players matter... the stars should play like stars... In this game N. Suh and A. Donald regularly finish games with no stats.
    If there is a difference of 20 in overall within a match up... the screen light up and somebody should be getting embarrassed LIKE IN REAL LIFE. Also after a QB gets popped 5 or so times (DEPENDING ON THEIR STATS) take them out of the game.... i cant stand seeing my safety go out of the game for his first tackle on the QB and its the 9th sack of them game and QB is totally fine.
    This game is unplayable    … Expand
  60. asauve19
    Apr 15, 2019
    1
    No graphic updates from 18, same animations, game play is bad, AI is terrible. This game only kept me playing for a couple days. Do not buy.
  61. snight101
    May 24, 2019
    1
    Made an account just to bash madden. The gameplay is awful all the games are fixed because it is all animation based, the physics suck the speed of the players arent adjusted at all this game is beyond awful. I would rather watch paint dry than play another second of this sorry excuse for a game. It says a lot when games made more than a decade ago have a more realistic footballMade an account just to bash madden. The gameplay is awful all the games are fixed because it is all animation based, the physics suck the speed of the players arent adjusted at all this game is beyond awful. I would rather watch paint dry than play another second of this sorry excuse for a game. It says a lot when games made more than a decade ago have a more realistic football experience. I didnt buy madden since madden 15 and my god this game wouldnt be acceptable unless it was free. The game play hasnt changed in forever and its arguably gotten worse.… Expand
  62. honestreviews99
    Jun 22, 2020
    1
    Just think copy and paste from previous years with no new innovation and you have EA Madden in a nutshell. The golden era of madden games was 2004-2008.

    They remove certain elements from the game in a given year, only to add them back in a later year and call them "new features". This game is a microtransaction trash fest and I will never again purchase a Madden game until they finally    Just think copy and paste from previous years with no new innovation and you have EA Madden in a nutshell. The golden era of madden games was 2004-2008.

    They remove certain elements from the game in a given year, only to add them back in a later year and call them "new features". This game is a microtransaction trash fest and I will never again purchase a Madden game until they finally innovate and deliver a solid game with improvements to Franchise and MyPlayer modes. Alas, I doubt this will ever happen until enough people stop buying future installments.    … Expand
  63. Iwantfood
    Jan 1, 2022
    1
    This game is horrible. Ya it has a new Home Screen but it the gameplay is horrible the real player motion is a lie it’s so animation based and buggy and glitchy. Longshot is half or more just cutscenes and not a lot of gameplay and interactions. Franchise is barely changed and is worse in some aspects the screens are pretty much the same since madden 16 but the Home Screen has cut showsThis game is horrible. Ya it has a new Home Screen but it the gameplay is horrible the real player motion is a lie it’s so animation based and buggy and glitchy. Longshot is half or more just cutscenes and not a lot of gameplay and interactions. Franchise is barely changed and is worse in some aspects the screens are pretty much the same since madden 16 but the Home Screen has cut shows the head coach doing whatever but it as usual has glitches, trade logic is horrible and makes no sense, exhibition mode is identical and nothing different really, ultimate team is the same as last year the same pay to win, the soundtrack is whatever really, even fully updated the game is terrible… Expand
  64. geromite
    Aug 16, 2018
    0
    MUT, pay to win at is maximum and absolutely no change from the last year Madden!!! I hate you EA!
  65. OASkittles
    Aug 16, 2018
    0
    Wash, rinse, repeat. Wash, rinse, repeat. That is the status of Madden 19 and other sports games from EA. They rake all their money in from Ulitmate Team from gamers and DO NOT try to actually improve anything in the game. The movements are exactly the same. There is nothing here that got me hooked into it. It is the same product over and over and over. I’m over the mundane and over EAWash, rinse, repeat. Wash, rinse, repeat. That is the status of Madden 19 and other sports games from EA. They rake all their money in from Ulitmate Team from gamers and DO NOT try to actually improve anything in the game. The movements are exactly the same. There is nothing here that got me hooked into it. It is the same product over and over and over. I’m over the mundane and over EA doing this to gamers like us. DO NOT BUY THIS GAME!… Expand
  66. fish61324
    Nov 23, 2018
    0
    Please NFL, allow there to be a new 2K game. Or can 2K at least remaster 2K5 in HD?? Are they allowed to do that with Madden's hold on the NFL?? I'd pay $100 for a HD remaster of 2K5. I haven't played a football game since Madden 07.
  67. mazucritic
    Nov 30, 2019
    0
    This is just unacceptably bad. I've been defending EA for a long time but they've somehow made the game WORSE than last year. First off, the animations are very choppy and glitchy, it looks very unnatural. The worst thing for me though, is the fact that the simulation in the game is extremely unbalanced. Almost no matter how good your team is in Franchise Mode, if you want to spectate yourThis is just unacceptably bad. I've been defending EA for a long time but they've somehow made the game WORSE than last year. First off, the animations are very choppy and glitchy, it looks very unnatural. The worst thing for me though, is the fact that the simulation in the game is extremely unbalanced. Almost no matter how good your team is in Franchise Mode, if you want to spectate your games, you're gonna lose most of them.. Your team (especially your quarterback) just performs horribly, for example I had Kirk Cousins throw 10 touchdowns and 30 interceptions over the course of a season. Even if I turn down the interceptions slider, he will just throw a ton of incompletions while Ryan Fitzpatrick throws for 3 TDs and 300 yards on the other team. This was definitely more balanced in previous games. With Ultimate Team advertisements in the main menu, it often feels like EA doesn't pay any attention to other game modes - they have definitely lost a customer until the game (and especially Franchise Mode) receives a serious overhaul.… Expand
  68. NeedleBanger
    Dec 27, 2018
    0
    Cant play online whatsoever thanks to EA Origin, which is forcing me to enter an unknown password for a random email account that ive never seen before I can access anything online.
    WHY DO I NEED AN EXTRA PASSWORD TO GET ONLINE WHEN i'M ALREADY USING XBOX LIVE?!?!?!?!?!?!?! Ive spent 6 hours over 2 days talking to EA "help" reps, nothing works. Long story short they sold me a product    Cant play online whatsoever thanks to EA Origin, which is forcing me to enter an unknown password for a random email account that ive never seen before I can access anything online.
    WHY DO I NEED AN EXTRA PASSWORD TO GET ONLINE WHEN i'M ALREADY USING XBOX LIVE?!?!?!?!?!?!?! Ive spent 6 hours over 2 days talking to EA "help" reps, nothing works. Long story short they sold me a product that doesn't work and now I can't return it to the store because it's been opened, they robbed me.

    BOYCOTT EA TRASH!!!!!!!    … Expand
  69. Rumblefish
    Aug 25, 2018
    0
    I’ve played Madden nearly every year since it appeared on the Commodore Amiga. The series has been pretty bad ever since EA admitted that they couldn’t make a product to rival NFL2k5 and so simply bought a monopoly license so that all competition was removed. However, this year’s offering is surely the worst edition yet. Madden really no longer even resembles football. The on field actionI’ve played Madden nearly every year since it appeared on the Commodore Amiga. The series has been pretty bad ever since EA admitted that they couldn’t make a product to rival NFL2k5 and so simply bought a monopoly license so that all competition was removed. However, this year’s offering is surely the worst edition yet. Madden really no longer even resembles football. The on field action is all canned animations now. There’s no organic play, no mechanics or physics in the game. Players are sucked into each other, clip through each other and act in scripted ways rather than as actual intelligent or organic competiion between entities of differing attributes. The presentation is amazingly lazy and basic. It’s almost embarrassinglly bad. The game these days is just a glossy wrapper for the micro transaction system of Ultimate Team. This will now never change because people keep buying the game and wasting their money on it. It’s a shame really because foolball is one of the biggest sports in the world and fans don’t have a game to represent it, aside from this utter garbage.… Expand
  70. ps4lover
    Aug 7, 2018
    0
    Madden NFL 19 is great game ever i playing.. Real Player motion feel so smooth and fluid.. defense playing pretty very well.. graphic look amazing on player model and helmets and field grass.. Franchise Mode is very good with Players Archetypes with skill points, new depth positions and schemes fit..
  71. greekgod
    Oct 17, 2018
    0
    Decided I needed an update since madden 16 felt outdated. This game feels worse than any other madden I've played since 06. Another garbage effort by the EA developers. No passion, no realism, just the same half-assed garbage being spewed out with a roster update. Also if I have to see my coach do the kick the dirt animation one more time after a bad play i'm throwing my ps4 out my window.Decided I needed an update since madden 16 felt outdated. This game feels worse than any other madden I've played since 06. Another garbage effort by the EA developers. No passion, no realism, just the same half-assed garbage being spewed out with a roster update. Also if I have to see my coach do the kick the dirt animation one more time after a bad play i'm throwing my ps4 out my window. EA has become corrupt and is ruining all of the games that used to be adored.… Expand
  72. trevock
    Aug 15, 2018
    0
    Madden 19 is an absolute disgrace. Last year's game was bad and this is actually worse. I'm a Franchise mode player and I would rather chew on broken glass than this. I can't wait for 2k to come out instead. 0 out of 10. Game is terrible.
  73. Maximusprime13
    Jan 21, 2019
    0
    This game is simply trash. NFL doesn’t give a crap about how bad this game is, which makes it even worse.
  74. Pirante
    Jan 29, 2019
    0
    Another game used by EA as a financial pawn to simply milk more money from the players. Another game infested with increasingly prevalent micro transactions. Another game which focuses on online modes only and which does little, if anything, to actually make improvements to the base game. EA are undoubtedly the most toxic games developers in the world today - the only way to stop themAnother game used by EA as a financial pawn to simply milk more money from the players. Another game infested with increasingly prevalent micro transactions. Another game which focuses on online modes only and which does little, if anything, to actually make improvements to the base game. EA are undoubtedly the most toxic games developers in the world today - the only way to stop them is with your wallet, with your business. If you stop purchasing mediocre, rehashed games you already own, instead of clamouring for the latest release, then EA would be forced to change. Instead the same happens each year, and not just Madden but all EA sports franchises: skin upgrades, roster updates, abandonment of improvement in any mode except the online mode, increased focus on micro transactions, complaints from the public but ultimately good sales, disgusting amounts of money made, and a rinse and repeat attitude for the following year. People have to start taking a stand otherwise we will never have the sports game franchises we deserve. EA has followed the path of pure greed, with no concern or respect for the buying public - hitting them in the wallet is the only way to effect any change. Buying their awful products - products most of us know will disappoint - and then bemoaning their quality after the fact will do nothing. I hope by the next iteration things will have changed but the sad reality is that is will not. Honestly, boycott EA, all games - it is the only way to make an impact on an increasingly avaricious industry.… Expand
  75. Krakatoa34
    Oct 31, 2018
    0
    I can't not keep buying the same game packed every year if there is no new contentt
  76. GhostTechGaming
    Mar 11, 2019
    0
    All they care about is ultimate team and not the gameplay. This is not a simulation game but a game based off of animations.
  77. andy24king24
    Aug 16, 2018
    0
    I love Madden I really do and this years edition held such high hopes what with the positive reviews from critics and that’s rare. But when I picked it up and played I thought what!!! I’m playing on rookie level ok, kids level if you will and my offence wow it’s crap. I don’t know what I’m doing wrong but every pass is either picked off or slapped away, you wait move the QB back thenI love Madden I really do and this years edition held such high hopes what with the positive reviews from critics and that’s rare. But when I picked it up and played I thought what!!! I’m playing on rookie level ok, kids level if you will and my offence wow it’s crap. I don’t know what I’m doing wrong but every pass is either picked off or slapped away, you wait move the QB back then propel it and it ends up incomplete. Everytime it gets picked or slapped away. And third down conversion is a no show, running game is woeful too. Why have they made it so damn difficult for us. It’s almost unplayable at any level. And the graphics yes incredible but you kind if forget it when the gameplay is sooo awful and unplayable. This years Madden in short, graphically awesome but woefully unplayable. I’m hoping I’m not the only one struggling.… Expand
  78. Lilahkiz
    Aug 16, 2018
    0
    Don't pay attention to those PAID reviewers this game is trash.

    Bad animation Cheesy story mode Pathetic catches Screentearing (IN 2018!!!!) Microtransactions for a $60 game no surprise from EA EA Ultimate team is worth $800 million? lol Ugly textures Lazy Highlights Characters having the same face in character creations (Im dead serious) Pathetic presentation starting games.    Don't pay attention to those PAID reviewers this game is trash.

    Bad animation
    Cheesy story mode
    Pathetic catches
    Screentearing (IN 2018!!!!)
    Microtransactions for a $60 game no surprise from EA
    EA Ultimate team is worth $800 million? lol
    Ugly textures
    Lazy Highlights
    Characters having the same face in character creations (Im dead serious)
    Pathetic presentation starting games.
    EA's Executives stole 46 million from people and went on retirement.
    Halftime report doesn't show you the best moments you had.
    Our favorite gaming journalists sucking EA's balls again suckering everyone to buy this piece of trash.
    Every year sports games are getting worse and worse since 2013 or heck back in 2006 but it got better since then but in 8th gen consoles plz don't buy sports games from EA.    … Expand
  79. dpeachez
    Aug 24, 2018
    0
    I think it plays better than 18 but not saying much. Franchise got a coat of paint if that, still severely lacking. Lots of bugs that need attention. MUT supersedes all and this game will not be better util that changes.
  80. ihategeezy
    Aug 16, 2018
    0
    Madden hasn’t been innovative since they gained the exclusive NFL rights, players don’t move realistically, it just looks like robotic football. NFL 2K honestly looks more realistic in the way players move and play, I don’t know what Maddens developers do all year long to justify putting out a game that is almost identical year after year.

    Creating a player gives you a choice of a    Madden hasn’t been innovative since they gained the exclusive NFL rights, players don’t move realistically, it just looks like robotic football. NFL 2K honestly looks more realistic in the way players move and play, I don’t know what Maddens developers do all year long to justify putting out a game that is almost identical year after year.

    Creating a player gives you a choice of a couple of generic faces based on which skin tone u select. No facescanning or sculpting, no selecting hairstyles, facial hair noting.

    Franchise mode hasn’t been fun since the Madden was on PS3.

    The graphics are good but gameplay is so similar year after year that this game is so stale it holds little replay value.    … Expand
  81. eimisas
    Sep 7, 2018
    0
    Another money draining franchise which is not worth revisiting. Take Madden 2010, put on nice graphics and other additional **** charge 60$ and make additional money from buying packs. This is the prime example of the games nobody should buy.
  82. Chancewi
    Aug 15, 2018
    0
    EA is all about pay to win, don’t buy this garbage for your kids. It’s a glorified slot machine.
  83. cape4sure
    Aug 15, 2018
    0
    How the hell is this game getting 10/10!? Even if this was a free to play game, the microtransactions would still be ridiculous. But no, they charge **** 80 DOLLARS!! FOR THIS **** There's barely a game to play. Everything about the singleplayer has been downsized so they can spend more time on figuring out how to rape your wallet. Do not buy.
  84. ttsirpas
    Sep 25, 2018
    0
    The exact. same. game.

    Franchise mode is trash, no improvement except a guy walking around on his cellphone...

    EA sports truly is losing it's touch when 2005, 2010 and 2014 series of Fifa, Live and Madden were better than current releases.....
  85. ty92
    Aug 9, 2019
    0
    This game is so bad. Do not buy it! The gameplay is just terrible. Madden has gone all in on Mut and forgot why people actually buy the game. EA needs to stop making Madden and NHL games. Madden 20 is bad too. And NHL 19 and 20 are terrible games. EA is the worst game company. What happened?
  86. Billdozer795
    Aug 17, 2018
    0
    Hot garbage. All effort was put into MUT mode because of micro-transactions and the other modes are actually worse with less features.
  87. Giantteeth6666
    Sep 19, 2018
    0
    When a game is released on annual basis with the same content and skin, it is nothing more than a cash grabber. EA's sport games have become its cash life support, and the creator doesn't need to care about the quality because there are always fans who are willing to buy. Maybe there are players who enjoy this product, but it doesn't deserve to be called a game.
  88. zabian
    Oct 2, 2018
    0
    I KNEW IT I KNEW IT!!! HOW DOES THIS GARBAGE HAVE "realistic animations" DEANDRE HOPKINS WHO IS BY FAR THE BEST PLAYMAKER IN THE LEAGUE HAS A -1000 IQ AND LETS THE BALL BOUNCE OFF HIS HELMET!!! AND PEOPLE MAKE 10000000 YARD PASSES WITH 10 PEOPLE ON HIM!! AND IF I WAS A NEGITIVE NANCY WELL I FOUND A PLUS IN NBA 2K18 ITS ANIMATION IT WAS SMOOTH AND OUTSTANDING BUT BACK TO TOPIC. IT ISI KNEW IT I KNEW IT!!! HOW DOES THIS GARBAGE HAVE "realistic animations" DEANDRE HOPKINS WHO IS BY FAR THE BEST PLAYMAKER IN THE LEAGUE HAS A -1000 IQ AND LETS THE BALL BOUNCE OFF HIS HELMET!!! AND PEOPLE MAKE 10000000 YARD PASSES WITH 10 PEOPLE ON HIM!! AND IF I WAS A NEGITIVE NANCY WELL I FOUND A PLUS IN NBA 2K18 ITS ANIMATION IT WAS SMOOTH AND OUTSTANDING BUT BACK TO TOPIC. IT IS LACKLUSTER IN EVERY SINGLE WAY YOU SEE IN THIS UNENJOYABLE WORTHLESS TRASH THAT THEY SHOULD BE PAYING YOU 100,000,000,000 DOLLARS FOR PLAYING IT MUT IS NOW IDIOTIC I SPEND 80$ OF MY OWN MONEY AND I HAVE TO PLAY FOR A LIMITED TIME 80$!! JUST LET ME KEEP PLAYING I BOUGHT THE GAME WITH A 20$ ADD ON! AND THE DRAFT CLASS MODE BARELY EVEN WORKS!!! I DON'T KNOW HOW EA KEEPS DOING IT BUT THEY MAKE THE WORST GAME OF ALL TIME WORSE!! NBA 2K18 LOOKS LIKE A WONDERFUL MASTERPIECE WITH THE GREATEST MYCAREER OF ALL TIME WITH AMAZING GAMEPLAY AND THAT GAMEPLAY OF 2K18 WAS HORRIBLE!!! YOU CAN RUN COVER 6 WITH DOING A AUDIBLE ON THE LBS AND D-LINE AND THEY WILL GAIN A 30 YARD PLAY DEFENSE IS IMPOSSIBLE TO PLAY!!! FRANCHISE MODE "immerses" ME BY SHOWING THE SAME 3 ANIMATIONS OF MY COACH FOR THE REST OF HIS LIFE!!! THIS GAME IS BROKEN AND IT DESERVES A NEGITIVE RATING!!!!!… Expand
  89. huskyp
    Aug 10, 2018
    0
    I have been a die hard Madden fan since Madden 2000. I buy the game every year, the day it comes out, and it is literally the only game I play all year. This is the worst Madden I have played in quite a while. Madden 16 was such a monumental step in the right direction for the next generation platforms in terms of gameplay feel, player control/responsiveness, weekly skill building drillsI have been a die hard Madden fan since Madden 2000. I buy the game every year, the day it comes out, and it is literally the only game I play all year. This is the worst Madden I have played in quite a while. Madden 16 was such a monumental step in the right direction for the next generation platforms in terms of gameplay feel, player control/responsiveness, weekly skill building drills in franchise mode, etc. Madden 16 was also a year of a quality soundtrack with a variety of genres. This year’s gameplay feels super off. Ball carriers are slow. The soundtrack is horrible (no variety in genre). Homecoming is a joke. After almost 20 years, it’s time to stop giving my hard earned money to a franchise that invests less and less into the product each year, and is going in the wrong direction (again)! For the first time ever, I am returning this game for a full refund. Not worth my time or money.… Expand
  90. Gusbus02
    Aug 15, 2018
    0
    Madden has to change. How this game can continue to release annually is a joke. They need to focus more on other modes besides Ultimate Team. If they don't want to change the game then it should be free with how bad the microtransactions are in this. Long Shot is boring and more of a bad movie than game. Connected Careers is awful and has not changed in years. Customization is veryMadden has to change. How this game can continue to release annually is a joke. They need to focus more on other modes besides Ultimate Team. If they don't want to change the game then it should be free with how bad the microtransactions are in this. Long Shot is boring and more of a bad movie than game. Connected Careers is awful and has not changed in years. Customization is very lackluster in this game as well. I haven't even mentioned the gameplay which also has not changed. Players still look bad when moving and the tackling is just not good. Players falling all over each other It plays and look clunky, but unfortunately its the only NFL licensed game. So I assume until EA gets some competition the game will be a disaster.… Expand
  91. VanderGelder
    Aug 16, 2018
    0
    PARENTS: DON'T BUY THIS FOR YOUR KIDS. IT'S ALL ABOUT BUYING MORE FEATURES AND SPENDING MORE MONEY! THIS GAME IS TRASH! ABSOLUTE GARBAGE!

    Updating the rooster on Madden 16 would be a better experience then this awful excuse for a micro-transaction mining software! I have played mobile games better than this game. When will EA understand that we want a full-featured football game. All    PARENTS: DON'T BUY THIS FOR YOUR KIDS. IT'S ALL ABOUT BUYING MORE FEATURES AND SPENDING MORE MONEY! THIS GAME IS TRASH! ABSOLUTE GARBAGE!

    Updating the rooster on Madden 16 would be a better experience then this awful excuse for a micro-transaction mining software! I have played mobile games better than this game. When will EA understand that we want a full-featured football game. All you need to know about this game is that the menu is a grey wasteland with the exception of the colourful MUT option. EA should rename this to "Micro-transaction Football 19."    … Expand
  92. jeremyp1223
    Aug 16, 2018
    0
    The game has not changed from last year. All the "new features" have been in the game for years. As soon as the main menu loads, you can tell that mut is all they care about.
  93. parker252
    Aug 16, 2018
    0
    Im honestly just sick of it. Its all about spending more money on your mut team and if that's not bad enough if you look for a madden 19 youtube video its nothing but pack openings (just another way for EA to influence you to spend more money on packs and it got me) from kids that got the game earlier then my 79.99 pre order so their teams are already stacked. So if you run into themIm honestly just sick of it. Its all about spending more money on your mut team and if that's not bad enough if you look for a madden 19 youtube video its nothing but pack openings (just another way for EA to influence you to spend more money on packs and it got me) from kids that got the game earlier then my 79.99 pre order so their teams are already stacked. So if you run into them online your screwed. The other game modes are just a joke as well.… Expand
  94. MnVikingsFan34
    Aug 17, 2018
    0
    I made an account just to give this piece of trash the score it deserves. Garbage. Garbage. Garbage. Garbage.
  95. italo151
    Aug 17, 2018
    0
    Again, Madden, who's number one focus is MUT. They remove systems then add them in years later and call them new. As long as we gamers continue to support it it will never change! Let us make a real change.
  96. grantbojang1
    Aug 21, 2018
    0
    This game is complete trash. They keep making money from their Ultimate Team mode and refuse to fix the other underlying problems with this game. Franchise has been the same for years, animations are still the same, and player customization is close to nothing as it has been for the past few years.

    What happened to Madden ten years ago where I could attend the combine? Participate in    This game is complete trash. They keep making money from their Ultimate Team mode and refuse to fix the other underlying problems with this game. Franchise has been the same for years, animations are still the same, and player customization is close to nothing as it has been for the past few years.

    What happened to Madden ten years ago where I could attend the combine? Participate in the Pro Bowl? Or even take the Wonderlic (IQ) test?

    Instead of Franchise improvements or even the addition of a new Superstar mode, we get the Madden story mode of Longshot! The best part is that no one ever asked for this mode in the first place!

    I refunded this game. Rigged Madden is at it again with another addition to try and swindle kids to take their parent's money for virtual goods.    … Expand
  97. VideoGameGuy
    Aug 23, 2018
    0
    Absolutely terrible game. Worst I have ever personally bought. Every mode is weak and only thing that matters are the players ratings. You better be ready to pay a ton more money if you want to win.
  98. michdb
    Aug 24, 2018
    0
    this game is a joke the NFL should stop the exclusive NFL contract and allow other companies to make a football game with NFL license ea only care about the ultimate money, the franchise mode still like a 2009 game if you compare how deep is franchise mode on nba2k18
  99. Madden_HATER
    May 7, 2019
    0
    Made an account just to rip this game to shreds, here it goes;

    The gameplay is far beneath expected of a AAA game; there are some animations that are still in the game from like Madden 07; it's choppy; the AI is incredibly stupid; Runningbacks don't play to their unique skillset and miss wide open holes and running lanes; Players have no weight (how is a 330lb Offensive guard flying    Made an account just to rip this game to shreds, here it goes;

    The gameplay is far beneath expected of a AAA game; there are some animations that are still in the game from like Madden 07; it's choppy; the AI is incredibly stupid; Runningbacks don't play to their unique skillset and miss wide open holes and running lanes; Players have no weight (how is a 330lb Offensive guard flying around like a ragdoll?); Worst of all the morphing and scripting continue to overpower any raw organic gameplay this heap of trash possesses...Gameplay is really embarrassing

    Graphics are alright but they are behind NHL and 2K when it comes to body models and just overall look, it has this plastic look to it, it's weird.

    No new features, just recycled from previous maddens that had them and were removed for some odd reason, most of the changes are just lipstick on a pig. Franchise receiving the worst of it by "immersing" me by showing me a slide show of my coach doing the same 4 things for every day of his career LMFAO, they removed the good player lock camera from last year, so now no controlling the defense *Facepalm*    … Expand
  100. chemistryofHR
    Sep 1, 2018
    0
    This Game is absolutely trash.
    It's the worst madden since Madden 25
    Impossible INT by Linebackers, franchise mode is the same over years. Nothing changed.
    3pt attempt are almos impossible to make in head to head online.
    Game is absolutely stupid.

    Please NFL give the license to 2k so we can be happy again
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80

Generally favorable reviews - based on 30 Critic Reviews

Critic score distribution:
  1. Positive: 23 out of 30
  2. Mixed: 7 out of 30
  3. Negative: 0 out of 30
  1. IGN Italia
    Oct 8, 2018
    80
    Madden 19 does not redefine the series but it's a great game nevertheless.
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  2. Cubed3
    Oct 1, 2018
    80
    Madden NFL 19 is a sublime example of what can be achieved with a sports title. The Real Player Motions generates that feeling of not 'controlling' players, but rather living as the players instead. Seeing how lifelike all the players are within a match, and how they communicate with each other before and during plays, and then watching them seamlessly get into the next play, is freakishly uncanny.
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  3. GameSpace
    Sep 15, 2018
    70
    Madden 19 is much like Madden 18 before it.
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