Madden NFL 21

 PlayStation 4
User Score
0.3

Overwhelming dislike- based on 5792 Ratings

User score distribution:
  1. Positive: 85 out of 5792
  2. Mixed: 34 out of 5792
  3. Negative: 5,673 out of 5792
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  1. Mjeb2
    Aug 28, 2020
    0
    Straight boots cheeks. Please just stop. Either stop making the game, or give a product worth $60.
  2. Kamasenin
    Aug 30, 2020
    0
    This game is hot garbage. Once again, consumers need to punish EA. Do NOT buy ANY of their games. Let them go out of business. They're working hard for it. Let EA fail!
  3. Kmack
    Aug 27, 2020
    0
    Where should i begin? Terrible body builds (players looks two skinny, weird knees, too big or too small helmets), Legacy warping issues, canned animations that pull players into or out of tackles regardless of momentum / physics, terrible animation for running and passing, no real character depth, NO NEW FRANCHISE ADDITIONS, just to name a few. This is what happens without competition,Where should i begin? Terrible body builds (players looks two skinny, weird knees, too big or too small helmets), Legacy warping issues, canned animations that pull players into or out of tackles regardless of momentum / physics, terrible animation for running and passing, no real character depth, NO NEW FRANCHISE ADDITIONS, just to name a few. This is what happens without competition, companies become lazy. The last good madden was Madden 08 over 10 years ago. I used to love this game so this is not fun for me. DO NOT BUY THIS GAME!… Expand
  4. gthobbes
    Aug 30, 2020
    0
    So many bugs. Same stale gameplay, presentation has gotten even worse. Why are there no refs on the field? This is 2020 and I’ve seen what great sports games are like (NBA 2K, MLB The Show, PGA 2K, Pro Evo).
  5. michdb
    Aug 29, 2020
    0
    This game is terrible Franchise mode is the same as last 6 years just a few adds and nothing more even madden 2005 has more features in the franchise mode they add new modes to implement more microtransaction and plus this year they add the yard a new noon simulation mode one year before 2k gonna release a non-simulation football game cause ea got the exclusive license, this is not aThis game is terrible Franchise mode is the same as last 6 years just a few adds and nothing more even madden 2005 has more features in the franchise mode they add new modes to implement more microtransaction and plus this year they add the yard a new noon simulation mode one year before 2k gonna release a non-simulation football game cause ea got the exclusive license, this is not a simulation football game this ais an arcade football platform to collect money from peoples additions and make the maximum profit with the license cause i they care about football they will fix the gameplay and all modes than fans have been requested… Expand
  6. AutoErect
    Aug 29, 2020
    3
    I'll start out by saying the yard is a fun addition to the game which warrants at least some credit. That however is the only good addition to the game, Face of the Franchise has some of the worst voice acting I've seen in video games and has a horrible linear story where you are beating teams by 100 points and winning national title games but somehow get beat for the starting position.I'll start out by saying the yard is a fun addition to the game which warrants at least some credit. That however is the only good addition to the game, Face of the Franchise has some of the worst voice acting I've seen in video games and has a horrible linear story where you are beating teams by 100 points and winning national title games but somehow get beat for the starting position. Franchise is untouched nothing new was added. Almost all gameplay mechanics are the same from last year. If you plan to buy the game hoping for an improvement in these areas do yourself a favor and don't bother buying it.… Expand
  7. mylez
    Aug 30, 2020
    0
    0 for 0 new additions to franchise mode. Face of the franchise is an insufficent game mode. The resources that went into making that shoud have gone into making franchise mode better than it was previously. It has been the exact game mode for atleast 4 years now. #FixMaddenFranchise
  8. subdistinction
    Aug 28, 2020
    0
    Copy and paste of Madden 20, which is a copy and paste of 19, etc etc etc. It's so bad they didn't even bother to update some of the players ages. They hadn't even fully removed the Washington Redskins stuff. And i really really really hate the new D linemen move mechanics with the right stick. Face of the Franchise bored me after about 15 minutes because I didn't do anything I was justCopy and paste of Madden 20, which is a copy and paste of 19, etc etc etc. It's so bad they didn't even bother to update some of the players ages. They hadn't even fully removed the Washington Redskins stuff. And i really really really hate the new D linemen move mechanics with the right stick. Face of the Franchise bored me after about 15 minutes because I didn't do anything I was just watching cutscenes. The Yard is not against other players it is against the CPU. And Ultimate Team is Ultimate Team, literally gambling.… Expand
  9. Tbrew87
    Aug 28, 2020
    0
    It’s the same game as always, and no changes to Franchise mode. EA is skipping another year I guess, and not giving us content, just a roster update
  10. PaintedN4MB3R5
    Aug 29, 2020
    0
    Looks like another "Copy & Paste" this is completely unacceptable. Yesterday my cousin popped in Madden 18 and I played it with him and serioualy thought we was playing my Madden 20. We weren't! This doesn't look any different. Horrible. Im done with this game for good.
  11. Blades935
    Aug 29, 2020
    0
    Ok so the game is not a bad game if it was 5 years ago. Actually it's the same game give or take. Franchise mode is just broken. I played it trying to build my franchise and I have 11 first round picks and my team is rated higher than when I started. Sadly EA has taken a grand franchise of madden and turned it into a mircotransaction monster, where you would lose everything you investedOk so the game is not a bad game if it was 5 years ago. Actually it's the same game give or take. Franchise mode is just broken. I played it trying to build my franchise and I have 11 first round picks and my team is rated higher than when I started. Sadly EA has taken a grand franchise of madden and turned it into a mircotransaction monster, where you would lose everything you invested next year. There needs to be more competition in the market as EA has got lazy. It's sad I skipped a year and should have bought a secondhand version of 20 and would have had the same experience. EA just to confirm if it's in the game it's not in your game. You should be upset with this feedback but we all know you won't be.… Expand
  12. JediBeowulf
    Aug 27, 2020
    0
    Same thing every year. If it was a solid game no one would complain, but it’s not even close.
  13. dhilipmaco00
    Aug 28, 2020
    0
    Same engine
    Same pay to win mechanism
    Same AI
    Same faces Same UI
    Same price
  14. HooRew
    Aug 28, 2020
    0
    A reskinned roster update that still has the same issues as madden 20. Greed has killed the madden franchise. Take the ultimate team out and rework the engine or something. Game is pathetic
  15. codeymcgowan
    Aug 29, 2020
    0
    Pay pig trash. Improve franchise mode ffs. Same bs every year with a new round of rookies.
  16. Driftracerr35
    Aug 26, 2020
    0
    This game currently has a 1.1 user score as I’m writing this review and that score is still way to high tbh. This is a 0/10 at best. Basically Madden 20.5 with the addition of a bad game mode called the yard. They refuse to listen to their fans and every time we beg for a better game, they throw s**t in our faces. I’ve never seen a game company treat their customers so poorly.
  17. Carnifex217
    Aug 26, 2020
    0
    Time for a ground up rebuild of this game. That or they really need to let 2K make a simulation NFL game. Because madden is no longer simulation football. It’s just a disgrace
  18. aaurstin5
    Aug 26, 2020
    0
    #FixMaddenFranchise there is nothing new about the game it’s basically madden 20.1 no new features in franchise the game play has little to no new features the super bowl just feels like another game the animations run the whole game. This game needs to be more Physics based and not dependent on animations. The yard is so underwhelming although it’s the best feature in the game. 0/10 sorry#FixMaddenFranchise there is nothing new about the game it’s basically madden 20.1 no new features in franchise the game play has little to no new features the super bowl just feels like another game the animations run the whole game. This game needs to be more Physics based and not dependent on animations. The yard is so underwhelming although it’s the best feature in the game. 0/10 sorry try again… Expand
  19. HamonBlitz
    Aug 26, 2020
    0
    It’s clear that EA spent less than a day working on this game. The attention to detail is next to none, and the unbelievable lack of alterations to Franchise mode is a disgrace. Do NOT spend your money on this game.
  20. awilber
    Aug 26, 2020
    0
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Not only is @EAMaddenNFL a poor attempt at simulation football. The game isn’t even finished. The bugs, sloppy menus, and gameplay feel like they meshed together a variety of animations and turned it in hoping you’ll have fun. @ShutdownSafety #FixMaddenFranchise… Expand
  21. RobiCano
    Aug 26, 2020
    0
    This is simply a shame the game of football, franchise mode is simply plain and boring. Ultimate team his just a microtransaction fest and constantly feels rigged even when winning. EA sports needs to lose the licence agreement with the NFL, but we all know that is not gonna happen. Just don't buy.
  22. Imnotyourpapi
    Aug 26, 2020
    0
    It’s the same old madden from year ago. Franchise hasn’t changed. Face of franchise is not fun, feels forced, the yard is okay, but if you’re a franchise mode player, sorry but this game hasn’t done anything to make that mode great. This game is just a copy of madden 20
  23. krism53
    Aug 27, 2020
    0
    EA doesn't even bother taking the liberty of putting lipstick on the pig anymore. Full on cash grab at this point. Don't support this on principle alone. Not to mention this game is absolutely unplayable.
  24. Hadams56
    Aug 27, 2020
    0
    Copy paste with the addition of ball carrier moves which were in previous maddens and pass rush moves. Congrats.
  25. tokenn44
    Aug 27, 2020
    1
    They just don’t care anymore people. It’s as simple as that they don’t care. They took last years sloppy game and made tweaks that no one asked for. No changes we’ve been asking for the last 8 years! Stay away don’t give them your money.
  26. TurtleLicker
    Aug 27, 2020
    1
    The Yard is not bad, but it doesn’t make me want to play day in and day out. Face of the Franchise and Franchise are horrible. MUT has remained unchanged as well. If you want to have an arcade style experience, then buy the game. If not save yourself $60
  27. Moisture
    Aug 27, 2020
    0
    Another franchise ruined by EA. This is the same game as 19/20. NFL stop selling your license to this company.
  28. cpg83
    Aug 27, 2020
    0
    EA isn't even trying anymore. This game lacks depth, attention to detail, and fun. EA has no passion for madden anymore. Franchise mode is so out dated compared to other sports games it's a joke. We need change, and the only way to get that is to speak with our wallets and not buy this empty shell of a football game.
  29. Davidwells5
    Aug 27, 2020
    0
    The game somehow got even worse than before, it looks like it shouldn’t have even come out. Every time I open twitter, Instagram, or other social media’s there are always multiple people complaining about a glitch in the game or a bug, the gameplay is also horrible. You see the same 5 animations on every offensive and defensive down, and you get warped into animations to make the gameThe game somehow got even worse than before, it looks like it shouldn’t have even come out. Every time I open twitter, Instagram, or other social media’s there are always multiple people complaining about a glitch in the game or a bug, the gameplay is also horrible. You see the same 5 animations on every offensive and defensive down, and you get warped into animations to make the game harder, and lets not even get into the warping and shifting through other players. The entire game is scripted, and it is an embarrassment of a sports game.… Expand
  30. Ajbennett
    Aug 27, 2020
    0
    Can’t tell if this is Madden 21, 20, 19 or 18 because they’re all the exact same game. No spoilers here cause you’ve already played this game. If EA wants my money again they need to fix franchise mode, bring back create a team and create a play modes, and add historical teams to play now so I don’t have to gamble my money away in order to (get a chance) to play as my favourite pastCan’t tell if this is Madden 21, 20, 19 or 18 because they’re all the exact same game. No spoilers here cause you’ve already played this game. If EA wants my money again they need to fix franchise mode, bring back create a team and create a play modes, and add historical teams to play now so I don’t have to gamble my money away in order to (get a chance) to play as my favourite past players. If you’re reading this before buying you should think about buying maximum football instead because they actually care about the customers and the product they put out.… Expand
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Mixed or average reviews - based on 29 Critic Reviews

Critic score distribution:
  1. Positive: 4 out of 29
  2. Mixed: 23 out of 29
  3. Negative: 2 out of 29
  1. PLAY! Zine
    Oct 8, 2020
    40
    Madden NFL 21 is another blatant recycling of last year’s edition of the „simulation“ of the American football. Sadly, most of the modes remained the same. Gameplay received a few minor tweaks, and in the end it still persists as a cash grab not worth anybody’s time.
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  2. LevelUp
    Sep 14, 2020
    70
    Madden NFL says goodbye to a generation with more questions than answers and with an uncertain perspective on what may happen in the years to come.
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  3. Impulsegamer
    Sep 9, 2020
    70
    For NFL diehards, there remains hundreds of gaming hours at your disposal in Madden 21. These same diehards – much like players of EA’s NHL and Sony’s The Show – will be left with the impression they’ve played this game before, however.
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