Madden NFL 21

 PlayStation 4
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0.3

Overwhelming dislike- based on 5792 Ratings

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  1. Positive: 85 out of 5792
  2. Mixed: 34 out of 5792
  3. Negative: 5,673 out of 5792
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  1. Calrizzy
    Sep 6, 2020
    4
    Bug filled mess that has no ambition, no innovation, and just a copy and paste effort from the last few years,,, EA has dropped the ball a long time ago and seems like they dont care for their audience.... how can you be a multi million/billion dollar developer and yet dont even try...smh
  2. KingNyx
    May 23, 2023
    0
    (Originally made in 2020) I didn't get the chance to announce it last year but Madden NFL 20 was horrendously bad in gameplay and engagement. Madden NFL 21 literally copies most if not all things that were in Madden NFL 19. The gameplay, and physique of players has always been unrealistic since about Madden NFL 13 or 15. It infuriates me how terrible the games are scripted and not all(Originally made in 2020) I didn't get the chance to announce it last year but Madden NFL 20 was horrendously bad in gameplay and engagement. Madden NFL 21 literally copies most if not all things that were in Madden NFL 19. The gameplay, and physique of players has always been unrealistic since about Madden NFL 13 or 15. It infuriates me how terrible the games are scripted and not all about realism. This game series since Madden NFL 13, has been beyond trash.

    EA is infamous for being the worst at developing games. Enough is enough, it started with Battlefront, and NBA Live, and it all ends in Madden.    … Expand
  3. IHateThemBoys
    Feb 28, 2023
    9
    Great game, lots of fun. Only downside is that its somewhat old or that it was pay to win in Ultimate Team. Btw **** them ‘boys
  4. BigGuyKnowsMen
    Jan 31, 2023
    10
    Football video games have come a long way and the latest addition to the genre,
    MADDEN NFL 21, is a testament to that. From the moment you start playing, you are transported to a world of incredible realism and immersive gameplay. The graphics are top-notch, making it feel like you are right on the field, battling it out with the world's best teams. The controls are intuitive and    Football video games have come a long way and the latest addition to the genre,
    MADDEN NFL 21, is a testament to that. From the moment you start playing, you are transported to a world of incredible realism and immersive gameplay. The graphics are top-notch, making it feel like you are right on the field, battling it out with the world's best teams. The controls are intuitive and responsive, making it easy for both new and experienced players to get into the game. The AI is impressive, providing challenging opponents and making each game a unique experience. The various game modes, from career mode to online multiplayer, offer endless hours of entertainment.
    One of the most impressive features of MADDEN NFL 21 is the attention to detail. From the crowd animations and stadium atmosphere to the player movements and realistic ball physics, every aspect has been finely tuned to provide the most authentic football experience possible.
    Overall, MADDEN NFL 21 is a must-have for any football fan and video game enthusiast. The combination of immersive gameplay, stunning graphics, and attention to detail make this game an absolute triumph in the football video game genre. If you're looking for a football game that will keep you entertained for hours on end, look no further than MADDEN NFL 21    … Expand
  5. zVista
    Jan 16, 2023
    0
    Such a joke. EA keeps recycling the same garbage each year, charging $60 while expecting us to buy microtransactions that become nullified when the next annual release comes out.

    Please do not support EA and buy this dumpster fire.
  6. JackalopeThundr
    Sep 10, 2022
    2
    Sadly, Madden has not changed much over the years. I will play it on Game Pass and try a season or two, then realize it does not change and I remove it and move to something else. I think it would be cool to let you to have more creativity in the game: Build your own team or have a fantasy draft, create your own schedule each season, or even be able to move divisions or cities if youSadly, Madden has not changed much over the years. I will play it on Game Pass and try a season or two, then realize it does not change and I remove it and move to something else. I think it would be cool to let you to have more creativity in the game: Build your own team or have a fantasy draft, create your own schedule each season, or even be able to move divisions or cities if you really want. Something so I do not play 6 games versus the same teams each season. Now it is fun to try and destroy everyone and break records but that is only fun for so long.… Expand
  7. aymanhlayba
    Jun 19, 2022
    10
    One of the best madden games imo, really fun especially the story mode. A must play. Diabolically immortal lol
  8. Iwantfood
    Jun 15, 2022
    3
    Fully updated the game is better but still a total mess ya franchise did get some needed things added but the gameplay is horrible, face of the franchise is better but still not good, the acting was terrible, the yard is cool but the gameplay ruins it
  9. random_dude96
    May 2, 2022
    0
    bugs and glitches everywhere. Animations are broken. Realism? Yeah, forget about that. And Franchise is still so barebones that I just can't bear playing it. Fix this game. We deserve better than whatever this is.
  10. Xston
    Mar 23, 2022
    0
    Trash just worthless crap that electronic arts just rebrands and releases every single year
  11. Patmoamagaman11
    Mar 1, 2022
    1
    Devs have suck to new lows with this trash. Buggier and glitchier than all hell. This series has been on a serious decline for the last ten years. I didn't care too much about buying a new one every year when it was some solid gameplay, but the devs are so lazy and clearly don't care at all anymore. They just want to milk us fans. Thanks Obama!
  12. desmondd
    Jan 1, 2022
    10
    An absolute classic. Don’t listen to sdtv he’s legitimate so trash it makes a landfill look like god.
  13. ColeScrim13
    Dec 13, 2021
    0
    Franchise way worse and way to buggy NFL2K5 a game from 2004 that cost $3 is better than this $60 game
  14. TheThickness
    Dec 1, 2021
    2
    Another year another half done madden game. Very disappointed with franchise mode, they need to put more effort in that and stop only caring about madden ultimate team.
  15. viscid
    Nov 17, 2021
    2
    no game modes accept the cash cow mut, a forgotten about franchise mode, a terrible story mode, and a bunch of random crap nobody plays, and dont even get me started on the gameplay... its not realistic at all, its basically 100% animation based, the gameplay seems like its scripted, the same things happen every game, and it basically forces mut into your face expecting you to spend 100sno game modes accept the cash cow mut, a forgotten about franchise mode, a terrible story mode, and a bunch of random crap nobody plays, and dont even get me started on the gameplay... its not realistic at all, its basically 100% animation based, the gameplay seems like its scripted, the same things happen every game, and it basically forces mut into your face expecting you to spend 100s of dollars to make a semi decent team, overall madden hasnt been good for almost a decade, just a cash grab and no companys will be able to make nfl games till like 2026 so have fun with madden for the next 4-5 years… Expand
  16. ArthurTeles
    Nov 16, 2021
    0
    ea gananciosa ea gananciosa micro transaçao micro transaçao
    ea gananciosa ea gananciosa micro transaçao micro transaçao
  17. CoochieCakes
    Nov 11, 2021
    0
    oh look a vending machine has better gameplay and better graphics and better presentation than madden nfl 21.
  18. Chardii
    Nov 1, 2021
    0
    This game is si incredibly **** unbelievable how ea literally does nothing for this game year after year
  19. Ryanl23
    Oct 17, 2021
    1
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. This is the warts game ea sports has ever made. Every time you play a game you throw a interception or fumble on every drive down the field.… Expand
  20. ThatGamerDude
    Sep 22, 2021
    0
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. I was playing superstar KO and I was at the last game and I was doing amazing and yet when I played my opponent he left and it acted like I left and it made me reset, madden is so bad it’s a joke of a franchise … Expand
  21. JuanfraLAR
    Sep 21, 2021
    0
    Better than 18-19-20 and 21. But still trash that's not worth buying. EA just don't care about the game, they just want to milk money out of MUT enthusiast
  22. thecoolreviewer
    Sep 15, 2021
    0
    Any given play can be a complete failure or TD because of the terrible physics and dated CPU AI. Ending scores and statistics of games played are more often questionable than not, leaving you wondering what the numbers would say if the game worked properly. Playing a full game without feeling cheated on at least a single play is impossible. Holding - offense!
  23. BallzyDan
    Sep 13, 2021
    0
    20 years later, Madden 01 for PS2, is still better than this dumpster fire, that is nothing more than a money grab
  24. Akamyab
    Sep 8, 2021
    0
    Another giant pile of garbage by EA, I can’t wait till they lose this license.
  25. Caydin_Walker
    Sep 5, 2021
    1
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. I couldn't bring myself to play it after the Snoop Dogg appearance. I physically got ill from the amount of cringe it produced.… Expand
  26. Slimpapi305
    Sep 3, 2021
    0
    Madden has been terrible since 2013 , the franchise mode still sucks after all these changes , I love football and dont get the real football experience playing madden , since Ultimate team came out madden has been down hill , nfl needs to give madden some competition , let 2k make a football game
  27. adepss1
    Sep 3, 2021
    9
    Despite the harsh critcism I actually really enjoy this game. I have all the maddens from 15-21 and I enjoyed M21 a lot. Highly recommended!
  28. CspotReview
    Aug 31, 2021
    0
    A sport game's first purpose is to keep score accurately and it can't even do that.
    20 year Madden player. 15 year Metacritic user.
    First review I've ever left here. The glitches are criminal- the franchise mode is a punchline.
  29. Shaqery
    Aug 31, 2021
    0
    Again! Thrash gameplay! Thrash Server! Thrash Game! Thrash EA! **** useless company. I hope your actionares and bosses get cancer :)
  30. Rockyisonfire
    Sep 23, 2020
    0
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Terrible just terrible feels like 19,18,17 EA needs to take at least 2 years and start from scratch… Expand
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63

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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