Madden NFL 22

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Overwhelming dislike- based on 296 Ratings

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  3. Negative: 282 out of 296
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  1. poopwaddah
    Aug 27, 2021
    4
    You would think that after the record low ratings from Madden 21, EA would actually try to improve their game. Of course, it's no surprise that we got the exact opposite. Within 30 minutes of playing the game I had already restarted it twice because of all the glitches I got. Not to mention half of the rookies don't even have their picture in franchise mode, instead it's just a blackYou would think that after the record low ratings from Madden 21, EA would actually try to improve their game. Of course, it's no surprise that we got the exact opposite. Within 30 minutes of playing the game I had already restarted it twice because of all the glitches I got. Not to mention half of the rookies don't even have their picture in franchise mode, instead it's just a black silhouette. Really hoping NFL 2k is good because this is the last Madden game I will be buying until EA actually tries again.… Expand
  2. Iwantfood
    Jun 15, 2022
    3
    It’s an improvement but still a bad game overall. Next gen is the way to go because you don’t get the full experience
  3. Alvindesaucegod
    Aug 24, 2021
    3
    Once again it still only has minor improvements in gameplay while the rest of the game is neglected. Face of the franchise is boring, franchise mode is worse than before, the ui is terrible, upgrading and setting goals for coaching staff has caused my game to crash and wins at home are recorded as loses along with all stats recorded in a home game set to zero. Superstar KO was severallyOnce again it still only has minor improvements in gameplay while the rest of the game is neglected. Face of the franchise is boring, franchise mode is worse than before, the ui is terrible, upgrading and setting goals for coaching staff has caused my game to crash and wins at home are recorded as loses along with all stats recorded in a home game set to zero. Superstar KO was severally downgraded also.… Expand
  4. Kearne
    Aug 30, 2021
    2
    I'm giving it 2 for extremely funny glitches., otherwise it would get 0. I don't understand why are we buying it every year and expecting something better from EA. They won't change a thing unless the tap with cash will stop flowing.
  5. Gamerkhy
    Aug 21, 2021
    2
    I like the new presentation I enjoy after making a play how they run it back much better then last year. Gameplay is still a mess, I'm not sure how ea thought this was ok to to give us fans. Zones are still horrible, double teams don't really work, wr still dropping balls for no reason. Basically a lot of the same issues madden 2q had only worse which is a bit upsetting considering howI like the new presentation I enjoy after making a play how they run it back much better then last year. Gameplay is still a mess, I'm not sure how ea thought this was ok to to give us fans. Zones are still horrible, double teams don't really work, wr still dropping balls for no reason. Basically a lot of the same issues madden 2q had only worse which is a bit upsetting considering how highly they spoke about this year's game. Major let down by ea another year of trash. Last year had #fixmaddenfranchise This year we need #fixmaddengameplay because it's so unacceptable that this is the trash we get. The nfl needs to allow other companies to have the license of the nfl because ea sports is messing it up every single year… Expand
  6. NonAtmospheric
    Aug 19, 2021
    2
    Seriously who tf is Mr. Weingarten Weinstein and Mr. Joe Douglas that specifically paid this BigZMoney11 clown to be the company stooge? Oh, and here's a criticism of the game: Why do the Mahomes and Brady MUT beta challenges only have them wearing current team uniforms? Is there no option to at least try and have the time periods accurately match the classic uniforms at the time if you'reSeriously who tf is Mr. Weingarten Weinstein and Mr. Joe Douglas that specifically paid this BigZMoney11 clown to be the company stooge? Oh, and here's a criticism of the game: Why do the Mahomes and Brady MUT beta challenges only have them wearing current team uniforms? Is there no option to at least try and have the time periods accurately match the classic uniforms at the time if you're gonna be so blatantly lazy about creating the classic teams filled with real players despite some of them still being in the league. Or are you still decades behind 2K's ability of customization and access to historic players both inside and outside of the microtransaction game mode that will never seem to go away anytime soon? For a sports gaming company that lacks the rights for players to access these these uniforms on all pllatforms they were quick to jump on the exclusivity to stagnate at their craft since 2005. Let me play with Peyton Manning outside of Madden Ultimate Team b*tch instead of forcing me to use a generic white guy that looks nothing and plays nothing like him.… Expand
  7. Freeze1001
    Sep 3, 2021
    2
    The madden that sent me into retirement after being a madden player for 30 years. Animations are low quality, unrealistic reactions in coverages and the pass rush is dialed back to nothing. Lead blockers missing blocks, defensive lineman not being able to disengage to make a play. Ratings that mean nothing mostly and overpowered xfactors.
  8. easuc
    Sep 5, 2021
    2
    The only reason I’m giving this a 2 is because of minor franchise mode improvements but the franchise mode is still mostly bare bones gameplay sucks career mode is cringy and presentation on current gen is still the same damn thing if you get next gen there are brand new cutscenes and that’s it the game still focuses on ultimate team though
  9. cory4u
    Dec 24, 2021
    2
    Creating an account to strictly rate this “product” is worth each step. Each year time and time again EA collects their $60 and makes the greatest get away I have ever seen. The fact they still obtain the rights to the creation of an NFL simulation football game is mind-boggling. Another year is and we are provided with an absolute copy and paste from the year prior - I simply can’t putCreating an account to strictly rate this “product” is worth each step. Each year time and time again EA collects their $60 and makes the greatest get away I have ever seen. The fact they still obtain the rights to the creation of an NFL simulation football game is mind-boggling. Another year is and we are provided with an absolute copy and paste from the year prior - I simply can’t put into words how frustrated the entire fan base is with the results we get each and every year after stating how we feel. A slap in the face and wallet $60 (without tax) is what you can expect from this game. If you plan on buying this game I suggest sticking to any madden before this, because nothing has changed :/… Expand
  10. JohBeitel
    Oct 11, 2021
    1
    At least they updated the rosters. Everything else is exactly the same as before except for the coach trait development tree.
  11. Smilleyy
    Aug 18, 2021
    1
    ONCE AGAIN THE GAME IS TRASH, AS EA STILL CONTINUES TO GET AWAY WITH HIGHWAY ROBBERY FOR THE LAST 18 YEARS NOW?!?!? WHAT COMPANY GETS WORSE AT MAKING ANYTHING FOR 18 YEARS….TO BE THIS FAR BEHIND ON ADDING BACK FEATURES FROM 18 YEARS AGO??? A BILLIONAIRE COMPANY MISSING ALMOST 200 FEATURES FROM A DECADE AGO?!?!?……. ITS LIKE IF THE NEXT GRAND THEFT AUTO THAT COMES OUT IS SET IN A CUL DE SACONCE AGAIN THE GAME IS TRASH, AS EA STILL CONTINUES TO GET AWAY WITH HIGHWAY ROBBERY FOR THE LAST 18 YEARS NOW?!?!? WHAT COMPANY GETS WORSE AT MAKING ANYTHING FOR 18 YEARS….TO BE THIS FAR BEHIND ON ADDING BACK FEATURES FROM 18 YEARS AGO??? A BILLIONAIRE COMPANY MISSING ALMOST 200 FEATURES FROM A DECADE AGO?!?!?……. ITS LIKE IF THE NEXT GRAND THEFT AUTO THAT COMES OUT IS SET IN A CUL DE SAC WITH JUST A 2 BLOCK RADIUS….SOMEONE HAS TO STOP THIS!!! EVENTUALLY!!!! SOMONE CALL THE COPS OR SOMETHING PLEASSSSSEEEEEE LOL…..EA WILL CONTINUE TO GET AWAY STILL SINCE SITES LIKE IGN LIE EVERY YEAR ABOUT HOW TRASH THE GAME IS ! HASHTAG #NFLDROPEA AND #MADDEN22 on social media PLEASE lol….I GAVE IT A 1 because AT LEAST they have the NFL uniforms the right color……….??… Expand
  12. FREMB
    Aug 19, 2021
    1
    Bought it because I’m a sucker for the nfl license. I gave last years game a zero but this year has a slightly “improved” franchise mode which I’ve vaguely enjoyed. The core gameplay remains unchanged and honestly feels worse. Coverage is terrible and unusable. Inside runs/blocking are overpowered and cheesy. Players have no football logic and the game is glitchy bordering onBought it because I’m a sucker for the nfl license. I gave last years game a zero but this year has a slightly “improved” franchise mode which I’ve vaguely enjoyed. The core gameplay remains unchanged and honestly feels worse. Coverage is terrible and unusable. Inside runs/blocking are overpowered and cheesy. Players have no football logic and the game is glitchy bordering on unplayable. Still completely animation dependent as well. Probably worth around 20$. Mabye September’s scouting changes will change that but I wouldn’t hold my breath.… Expand
  13. x_Rookie_x
    Aug 19, 2021
    1
    EA once again proves why they should NOT have the exclusive NFL license. Minimal changes to all game modes including franchise. Gameplay is horrible with the same animations that have been in the games for multiple years now. Just a sorry excuse for a Football game and another waste of $60 :/
  14. bobgrindol
    Aug 19, 2021
    1
    Better than last year by 1% NFL is just as dumb and needs to drop ea or open it up for other gaming companies
  15. Chapter0
    Aug 18, 2021
    1
    I have this game on PS4 and ps5,and I must say that I’m thoroughly disappointed!Let me say that adding back a revamped recycled coaching system from ncaa14(scouting will be the same),roster updates and the graphics,and momentum are all welcomed additions,but they’re all cosmetics,because the gameplay sucks!

    It’s unacceptable that games Like madden 2005,nfl 2k5 can produce football games    I have this game on PS4 and ps5,and I must say that I’m thoroughly disappointed!Let me say that adding back a revamped recycled coaching system from ncaa14(scouting will be the same),roster updates and the graphics,and momentum are all welcomed additions,but they’re all cosmetics,because the gameplay sucks!

    It’s unacceptable that games
    Like madden 2005,nfl 2k5 can produce football games and A.I.,that Play,and react appropriately(functioning to the degree that represents true football and the quality expected from the NFL Brand!Ea just released a half baked game,with recycled features from madden 08-12,and instead of breaking a broken game down and bringing us a complete and revamped football experience;Ea gave us the same game port,tweaked with completely busted defense,defensive Ai,the same ability for individual players to scan and make ridiculous int’s,many warped animations still,,defenders pass rushing through the gaps stopping at line of scrimmage,man coverage shot,zone shot, players responding to all of the wrong things on defense (or not at all),the ability to have to sit back and wait a month or two to be able to start and enjoy franchise,because scouting wasn’t ready and needs to be patched in at an unknown date!
    I mean the game doesn’t allow for any real football,the players simply don’t respond on defense,stop and glitch off animations and whatever mechanics built in,that won’t allow them do functions and intelligently respond effectively,so it’s an offerensige free for all!Physics are still suspect and need to be trashed,replaced for a totally new system(without the animations):perhaps a revamped game breaker physics system?!?!
    It’s utterly breathtaking that anyone that has internet service can go back and watch videos from madden 05 or nfl 2k5 and realize that defenses actually played,functioned,responded and reacted appropriately to their abilities etc,and the A.I.and gameplay back then were light years ahead of where we are currently with madden(being updated 1000 times yearly,and never getting a proper,fully functional game by the time the next years roster update!2021,Cant match gameplay of 2004?WTF!
    It’s totally unacceptable,and indicative of Ea not caring about it’s hardcore fans or producing a quality football game,now that’s it’s gotten a monopoly on the nfl license!Now all EA does is sell us the same game,features and updates yearly that could be patched,and are recycled!Ea has decided since they’ve amassed soo many kids and casuals,plus understanding that many people are still buying their game,because if not,they have no football;They don’t have to give any real effort,they don’t have to produce quality,and they’re still getting paid!They have madden tourneys with punters at QBs,willing major bucks,and micro transactions through the roof!

    How do you charge these prices yearly,and deliver the same BS gameplay and lies!?it’s breathtaking!
    I hate that EA has Been allowed to have monopoly on the NFL license:Its the worse thing that’s happened to sports gaming(particularly football)!!!
    Next gen ps5 football Cant match the gameplay,AI/intellect,and functionality of games almost 2 decades ago!
    It’s shameful and criminal,and the sad thing is,they have the rights to NCAa football!!Smdh!I skipped madden 2 years,but I wanted to give it a chance,but it’s worse than the games I played at my girls brother’s house!Far worse!    … Expand
  16. Kiwestd5
    Aug 18, 2021
    1
    I don’t have a ps5 so I can’t speak on some “new”features they brought into the game but based off of playing current gen it’s the same bad game especially for franchise players playing solo the cpu are still flat route/dump off kings and gameplay gets very boring and stale immediately I have to put the play lock on 2-4 so I can try to keep it fresh but they won’t throw further than thatI don’t have a ps5 so I can’t speak on some “new”features they brought into the game but based off of playing current gen it’s the same bad game especially for franchise players playing solo the cpu are still flat route/dump off kings and gameplay gets very boring and stale immediately I have to put the play lock on 2-4 so I can try to keep it fresh but they won’t throw further than that drafting sucks it doesn’t have new positions yet and basically after playing a few games you’re burnt out cuz you been playing the same thing for the past couple of years (once you get used to the movement) then the other game modes aren’t fun and the only fun you would probably have fun in (mut) is pay to win and even if you grind the game solos it takes forever to get a competitive team they think they’re slick by having yt’s have no money spent teams to trick ppl but the difference is…. THATS THEIR JOB they have all the time in the world to grind that stuff if you’re a regular human whether your younger or older you either have school or work that takes up half your day not to mention other things irl that keeps you from putting that much time as they do into the game so yes even if you grind the game factoring in the irl things it will take a while to get a competitive team Bottom line my three things are
    1.make gameplay better than what it is nobody wants animation style game that’s why ppl are easily able to break the game w plays etc every year and it just sucks the fun out of it
    2.make franchise fun and deep again instead of this bland mix we have now only just upgrading the screen for cosmetic feel
    3. Make MUT free to play and take out micro transactions (or tone it down heavily) and make the prizes and incentive better than what they are (jack**** and worthless) EA if you don’t care about your customers and fans of the game stop signing the nfl rights stuff please    … Expand
  17. BringBackNcaa
    Aug 19, 2021
    1
    First of all, I‘d like to point out the positive fact, that EA has reacted to their community by apparently trying to improve their Franchise mode. Hashtags such as #fixmaddenfranchise were trending and it is good to see them actually responding to this.

    However, the only difference you can actually feel in this game, is the different layout of menus and little additions such as the    First of all, I‘d like to point out the positive fact, that EA has reacted to their community by apparently trying to improve their Franchise mode. Hashtags such as #fixmaddenfranchise were trending and it is good to see them actually responding to this.

    However, the only difference you can actually feel in this game, is the different layout of menus and little additions such as the homefield advantage. This community desperately asks for a more in depth customization of their playing experience. The staff options are decent, but they were not even among the top 5 additions, that this community frequently asks for. I understand that EA or the NFL has concerns about customization aspects, such as creating a team with jerseys or adding tattoos. Yet these are the little things, that are possible on a technical side and EA had this stuff in their games over a decade ago.

    To summarize my point: it‘s the same game as every year, with some different menus. The gameplay and graphics changes are hardly noticable. Their "additions“ simply can‘t change the fact, that you get bored after less then a single season in Franchise Mode. Safe your money guys and lets just hope that the upcoming NCAA will simply copy everything they had in 2014 with better graphics. It‘s sad, but that would already be a huge improvement compared to every Madden after Madden 25. And if there is one wish I can ask for:

    Keep those Madden developers as far away from the NCAA-game as possible. Please EA, just do it for your community. It will be worth it.    … Expand
  18. Cbarnard26
    Aug 23, 2021
    1
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Worst madden ever. I play offline franchise mode and all the bugs make this game totally unplayable. I say every year I'm not buying the new madden.. then I get it on the day it comes out..lol.. but this year, I'm done. I will never buy another madden game. Everyone heard all the hype, franchise mode is getting revamped. **** They definitely released an unfoahed game.… Expand
  19. Vehement26
    Sep 17, 2021
    1
    While the addition of the staff tree is a nice touch, it is woefully below what EA offered for a staff in Head Coach 15 years ago. The Scouting Update, which again is just clawing back to levels the game was at previously, was supposed to be a game changer. A month later, no news whatsoever from EA. I skipped Madden 21, I am sorry I bought Madden 22. I have lost faith in EA. I thinkWhile the addition of the staff tree is a nice touch, it is woefully below what EA offered for a staff in Head Coach 15 years ago. The Scouting Update, which again is just clawing back to levels the game was at previously, was supposed to be a game changer. A month later, no news whatsoever from EA. I skipped Madden 21, I am sorry I bought Madden 22. I have lost faith in EA. I think this will be my last ourchase of this franchise.… Expand
  20. Pjrtrumpet
    Nov 26, 2021
    1
    EA Sports once again uses minor improvements to Franchise mode as a marketing tactic to try to bring us back. Just stop trying, we know you could give two **** about the game mode that has been left untouched since Madden 25 and that was ruined on Madden 13. Underage gambling is illegal, and yet millions of little kids buy ultimate team packs with mommy's credit card because they have noEA Sports once again uses minor improvements to Franchise mode as a marketing tactic to try to bring us back. Just stop trying, we know you could give two **** about the game mode that has been left untouched since Madden 25 and that was ruined on Madden 13. Underage gambling is illegal, and yet millions of little kids buy ultimate team packs with mommy's credit card because they have no concept of money. YouTubers like Softdrinktv, Ryan Moody, and Angry Joe, who actually review the game properly, are a vocal minority because of these mut youtubers who waste thousands of dollars for virtual trading cards that are worthless in less than a year. Enough about depth, let's talk presentation. We have the same garbage ass commentary with the same garbage ass lines since Madden 17. There is no real halftime show, and yet Brandon Gaudin gets pissed when you skip the 10-second blank screen with no stats, no anything. He says one or two sentences, then you're at kickoff. The game looks almost identical on ps4 as on the ps5. Gameplay has had the same issues since Madden 19, y shallow cross leaves the ai defense helpless, we won't talk about that. Oh, and the bugs. There are several videos on YouTube, I'm sure you've seen most of them, just unacceptable of a $60 sports game in 2021. Let's start speaking with our wallets, people. Anybody who has played the recent Madden games (18-22) knows that EA is not going to change the game if we just keep buying it every year and complaining about it. EA DON'T GIVE A **** Play the old ones on the PS2, awesome games. I play NFL 2k5, a masterpiece that has aged like fine wine. to people saying "oh, my friends would make fun of me if they saw me playing a 17-year-old game" **** them. Let them keep feeding EA's cycle of **** and enjoy yourself. Matter fact, go outside and play football. Spend some time with your friends. Just have fun, at the end of the day. Don't force yourself to buy a **** product. If you like new Maddens, that's awesome. I wish I could enjoy these new games. Don't just go along with other people's opinions all the time.… Expand
  21. Rhern26
    Aug 18, 2021
    0
    This has to be the worse game of all time. It’s time madden stops taking our money for a new roster each year. That’s really all we buy it for because we always expect the same trash of a game with pay to win MUT mode. Franchise mode is terrible as always. The game is broken. No skill or football knowledge needed whatsoever. TRASH. Save your money and DO NOT BUY THIS GAME.
  22. OASkittles
    Sep 4, 2021
    0
    DO NOT BUY THIS GAME! I usually get a new sports title every 5 years and this game is just atrocious! EA doesn't care about what you want. They want that Ultimate Team $$$$! Man, I miss Madden 2k5.
  23. SIPPIO
    Aug 21, 2021
    0
    The youtubers who open up cards are the 10/10 ratings.
    And guess who doesn't pay for card packs or their copies of Madden..
    Shame on them for knowing this game is atrocious and yet they push it onto people anyways.
    Im so done with you EA...
    You lied about franchise mode..
    Then again franchise mode doesn't pay ur bills does it...
  24. dgoodin24
    Aug 19, 2021
    0
    Same garbage as last year. Please don’t waste your money, buy toilet paper instead.
  25. MaximumD
    Aug 20, 2021
    0
    Is anyone surprised at this point. The "new" coaching tree is just a reshuffled version of the previous xp system, except now you've got a few more coaches to "upgrade". LOL. How does that even make sense? The coaches in the NFL are already top level, who is upgrading at this point? LOL.

    Still nothing to do off the field although they made an attempt to freshen things up with the weekly    Is anyone surprised at this point. The "new" coaching tree is just a reshuffled version of the previous xp system, except now you've got a few more coaches to "upgrade". LOL. How does that even make sense? The coaches in the NFL are already top level, who is upgrading at this point? LOL.

    Still nothing to do off the field although they made an attempt to freshen things up with the weekly strategy stuff. Doesn't matter what you do, the game plays the same everytime. Whatever boosts you get or don't get, whatever, it doesn't matter on the field. Just use "Shallow Y Cross" play and win win win baby! Or just run up the middle and watch the moronic DL get sucked into blocking animations as you prance by. Otherwise they will somehow warp over to you and make a tackle like they invented teleportation. LOL! What a train wreck. On defense, you will get no pash rush as usuall unless you take control of a lineman yourself. The rest of the team just gets tied up in block animations. Doesn't matter if you have all 99 rated pash rushers. They can't even beat a 70 rated OL, and they can't stop the run ever. On the flip side, the cpu never seems to have that problem, as their x factor DT will blow up the center on every run play you try. It's comical at this point. It's more like NFL Blitz than an actual football simulation. Running backs still can't cut properly and they still do that semi truck like turn right into an unblocked Linebacker. My god, it's bad and it's not getting better. Not that EA cares, cuz they are making mega money of gambling addicted teens you are jacking up their parents credit cards every month for that diamond whoever superstar.

    Furthermore, nothing you do in this game matters. I can easily win with a 65 rated QB and a trash OL. None of the ratings matter since everything is predetermined by canned animations. I have 75 rated WR making unbelievable 1 handed catches without a problem. The X factors at this point are tired too. They don't seem to affect the game too much. The strategy boosts you get during the weekly practices are hardly noticeable. Just another "new" shallow game mechanic. The "new" scouting that is coming is just ripped from NHL. Man, what can you say? This game exists for Ultimate team players and that's it.

    The last good Maddens that came out were 10 and 12. That's how long this game has sucked now. What a disgrace. Can we get a damn football game please? Look at how much 2k packs into their basketball game. I'm not saying that game is perfect, but it does have a ton of features that should be standard in sports games.    … Expand
  26. Kmiller3434
    Aug 19, 2021
    0
    3 things are guaranteed in life: death, taxes, and EA making a terrible football game
  27. omengod
    Aug 18, 2021
    0
    Same game. Broken logic. Broken gameplay. Broken Franchise mode. Broken everything. Patch this, patch that. No Classic Rosters! #BoycottMadden22
  28. Madden_HATER
    Aug 19, 2021
    0
    The game is a mess, as usual, glitchy, gimmicky, robotic, underwhelming, embarrassing and most of all

    L.A.Z.Y , PATHETICALLY LAZY!
  29. THA2342
    Aug 20, 2021
    0
    This game is GARBAGE! It is basically Madden 20. WTF happen to going big in franchise mode. Oh, I forgot, they added a coaching tree. Job done. No! That is an update not a mode make over. Same whack animations. Winning the NFC or AFC championship get no love. Winning the Super Bowl is meh. Playing in different stadiums do not feel different and they should, such as playing in AtlantaThis game is GARBAGE! It is basically Madden 20. WTF happen to going big in franchise mode. Oh, I forgot, they added a coaching tree. Job done. No! That is an update not a mode make over. Same whack animations. Winning the NFC or AFC championship get no love. Winning the Super Bowl is meh. Playing in different stadiums do not feel different and they should, such as playing in Atlanta should feel different from playing in Green Bay. No customization of jerseys, stadiums, or better creative faces at all; the same garbage from Madden 18. The news feature is WHACK! No half time show or weekly wrap up show. Still can’t add more teams either. Player movements do not feel real at all. There should be different physics and movement for different players, Zeke Elliot should not feel the same a Christian McCaffrey. Trade engine still broken, what else is new. Totally unrealistic. The game still has scripted outcomes and the WRs drop the simplest passes if the DB breathe on them. Awful game! Awful company. And now they want $70 for their yearly roster update. Give me a break! DO NOT BUY THIS GAME. If you have Madden 18, 19, 20, or 21 then you already own this game.… Expand
  30. IxAMxNIGHTMARE
    Aug 19, 2021
    0
    Can I rate this in the negatives? The game isn't really about football at all. Soon as you start, EA starts advertising Ultimate Team with pop ups that say things like "Get your FREE Tom Brady". If you accept the offer they start you off making sure that you can't possibly lose vs the cpu and before you know it you're building a team. From there you become addicted to spending money as youCan I rate this in the negatives? The game isn't really about football at all. Soon as you start, EA starts advertising Ultimate Team with pop ups that say things like "Get your FREE Tom Brady". If you accept the offer they start you off making sure that you can't possibly lose vs the cpu and before you know it you're building a team. From there you become addicted to spending money as you try to get better players so you can finally start to dominate online.
    While the RyanMoody21 and SoftDrinkTv YouTube channels exposes just how fake fixed & garbage this game is. Allow me to explain further on this monopoly.

    The game is designed to keep you online as much as possible to increase the odds that you will spend money. Its best exploit is by not matching you up against players of your skill level or simply anyone, but they make sure that you play who they want you to play AND when you play, EA will help the team that they want to win. Why? I've never heard anyone explain this yet, but if EA can keep everyone's record close to even, everyone will think that spending money to attempt to get just another player or 2 that they will be able to dominate and tip the scales on their winning percentage. It never works that way though. You still win the same amount. Your new player will perform like a true champion but other players will be slacking. The new players play hard for a month when released and then EA slows them down which makes you want to upgrade again and then you find yourself paying EA again.
    There's a number of different types of crypto currencies in the game except this is not able to be cashed in ever. It just serves to get you to again reach for your wallet.

    All of the different game modes that were a part of Madden and the fun things you could do before Ultimate Team took off are gone. You can play without Ultimate Team but Ultimate Team is EAs ONLY focus with the game.

    EA puts out a pre-order edition every year but it's never based around Madden but particularly the ultimate team mode. Every load screen is another attempt to try luring you to ultimate team mode. Right now, you can win but this is the early access period. In just a few days, as sure as always, EA will change up the online matchmaking. At that point, go check all your friends records. You can do this all the way back to Madden 15 and what you will see is that everyone wins 45 to 63% of their games.
    Save your money. The game will be free in no time. Actually EA is already giving the game away for free. Here's how: go on Twitter and type in #MaddenNFL22 or #Madden22. You'll find endless people saying that they are giving away codes to download the game for free. Those codes are coming straight from EA because only they can produce them. This is yearly. They don't care about selling the game. They want you in ultimate team so they can make tons more from you via microtransactions. While plenty of people claim to not spend on their team, this strategy is calling them liars.    … Expand
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  1. PlayStation Universe
    Aug 22, 2021
    30
    Madden is a billion dollar franchise that has grown content. Thanks to its exclusivity deals, EA takes zero risks and fumbles each year providing us rehashed versions of previous entries. Madden NFL 22 is no different. Meager improvements are outweighed by series fatigue. Instead of focusing on giving us polished gameplay mechanics and an improved Franchise Mode, EA's focus is divided into unwelcome modes like Face The Franchise and The Yard leading to an overall incomplete and broken experience.
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