Madden NFL 22

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  1. BigZMoney11
    Aug 18, 2021
    10
    Madden 21 was the worst sports game I’ve ever played. However, EA put in the time and the effort that us fans have been saying for years. The Madden franchise community (except for people that only make money off of saying bad stuff on the game) has embraced and loved the changes. This game is the best Madden since Madden 12. I tip my hat to Mr. Weingarten, Mr. Douglas, and the entire EAMadden 21 was the worst sports game I’ve ever played. However, EA put in the time and the effort that us fans have been saying for years. The Madden franchise community (except for people that only make money off of saying bad stuff on the game) has embraced and loved the changes. This game is the best Madden since Madden 12. I tip my hat to Mr. Weingarten, Mr. Douglas, and the entire EA team for making such a great game. If you add the ability to edit coordinator names I’ll find a way to make this score an 11/10… Expand
  2. Ballinob
    Aug 18, 2021
    10
    May i say omg next gen is where its at ok like wow im so love the homefield advantage you have to try i never seen q football game implement something so sensual like no bs try it its a beast feature and the moving feels better a lil wierd but you'll get use to it madden really stepped up with this one played both versions and they are both great but next generation is beautiful
  3. Justintg85
    Sep 2, 2021
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Very good game a lot better than madden 21. Some things need to patched but that’s about it… Expand
  4. James433
    Oct 26, 2021
    10
    Surprise, it’s the same game as every year. Everyone who rates it 0 stars should maybe become a developer and think of new ideas. Last time I checked, the NFL hasn’t really changed at all since last year, so why should the game?
    What they need to do is bring back NFL Street. Until then, it is a solid game.
  5. MinePlay512
    Aug 18, 2021
    9
    It's better than Madden 21 and while there are improvements in Franchise Mode, I feel like there could be more. And they made improvements to the gameplay. However, I honestly don't like the new home field advantage and the return of X- Factors. But overall, Madden NFL 22 is a very solid game.
  6. sayguh
    Dec 11, 2021
    7
    It's really fun... but could certainly be improved in a number of ways. Little things like the same defensive coordinator guy on both teams.. collision detection... replays often don't show what the most important part (where the feet are etc)
  7. BigCRB
    Aug 25, 2021
    7
    Overall this game is pretty awesome. I like some of the new features like "Home Field Advantage" and though it was implemented previously, "The Yard" is entertaining. Wouldn't go to great lengths to say that the yard is amazing by any account and I don't love all the pay to play features, but when you want something different to play outside of standard football, it's fun and a great wayOverall this game is pretty awesome. I like some of the new features like "Home Field Advantage" and though it was implemented previously, "The Yard" is entertaining. Wouldn't go to great lengths to say that the yard is amazing by any account and I don't love all the pay to play features, but when you want something different to play outside of standard football, it's fun and a great way to kill some time.
    This game isn't without its shortcomings however, and there are some things that I would love to see handled better such as overall player likeness (more face scan inclusions, updated body types, better/more realistic equipment, etc.). I would also like to see legend players included in offline rosters much like how NBA 2K or MLB the Show handles their legend players. Only being able to play with legendary players in MUT is frustrating.
    Overall, from a gameplay stand point it's one of the best Madden games yet    … Expand
  8. drcoomer
    Jan 3, 2022
    6
    Another year, another disappointing year for Madden. The graphics took a step up with PS5, that's about all I can say.
  9. Tony77botelho
    Aug 19, 2021
    6
    The best Madden title there has been in the last 10 years. I really like the coaching trees, weekly game planning, home field advantage, and am looking forward to the new scouting system. I can only hope they improve upon these things and not take them out of the game as they have with so many other memorable features throughout the years. The biggest issue with the game is the actualThe best Madden title there has been in the last 10 years. I really like the coaching trees, weekly game planning, home field advantage, and am looking forward to the new scouting system. I can only hope they improve upon these things and not take them out of the game as they have with so many other memorable features throughout the years. The biggest issue with the game is the actual gameplay. This year is better than last with the new player movement, however the animation system just doesn’t work. It’s been years of trying and upgrading it, and it flat out sucks and makes the gameplay unrealistic. EA needs to move towards a physics based gameplay where a tank running back like Derrick Henry doesn’t get arm tackled by a scrawny LB who’s not even in range to make the play. Too many glitches and big plays ruined by the animation system. It sucks. Please move on. Features I’d like to see added in the following Maddens to come would be the ability to create your own team/stadium that has been offered before. Pre season mini camps with drills to earn XP, and more realistic officiating system that begins with adding refs onto the field and calling more unscripted timely penalties. The last major addition they NEED to add is making different broadcasts similar to MLB the Show. From my knowledge, EA owns the ESPN license. Make a freaking “Monday Night Football” broadcast with different layouts to simulate real prime time games and give that extra importance when playing in one. Golden opportunity. Overall I’m happy with the changes added but we’re still far away from seeing this games true potential. Don’t stop here, make the Madden we all deserve and want to see.… Expand
  10. josh671
    Aug 24, 2021
    5
    A bit of a disappointment, I enjoy some of the UI changes but there really is not a large difference from madden 21. Also, how is the create a character still this poor?? With EA Play basic you get madden 21 I don't think it is worth spending the money for 22, especially not at full price with the bugs. I did the 10-hour trial but only played around 5 hours
  11. NxtDoc
    Aug 28, 2021
    5
    Madden NFL is in a very sad state. EA has completely cut every cost in development purely to rake in as much profits from the imbeciles spending $ on Ultimate Team, which is aiding in the slow decline of quality in games. Madden NFL is decent. More animations for game play is nice, however Madden is too animations dependent. The graphics are still mediocre. Remember during the PS2Madden NFL is in a very sad state. EA has completely cut every cost in development purely to rake in as much profits from the imbeciles spending $ on Ultimate Team, which is aiding in the slow decline of quality in games. Madden NFL is decent. More animations for game play is nice, however Madden is too animations dependent. The graphics are still mediocre. Remember during the PS2 Era, when sports games were show pieces for Console graphics? That is no more. Madden graphics are far below average. Franchise improvements are welcome, but again they are minimal changes, and they aren't even completely here at launch. What a joke

    Such a shame that Madden isn't a fantastic Football Sim any more. And it will not be again until there is competition.    … Expand
  12. Mathewbell
    Aug 25, 2021
    5
    Anyone giving this game a 0/10 is just trying to get back at EA and most likely hasn’t even played the game. The game isn’t perfect by any stretch but it is an enjoyable game for football fans and has more features than EA had added in the last 5 years combined. Gameplay is improved and feels the best since switching to the frost bite engine. This game has a long way to go but it is not aAnyone giving this game a 0/10 is just trying to get back at EA and most likely hasn’t even played the game. The game isn’t perfect by any stretch but it is an enjoyable game for football fans and has more features than EA had added in the last 5 years combined. Gameplay is improved and feels the best since switching to the frost bite engine. This game has a long way to go but it is not a 0/10. All people are doing with this is proving to EA this community will never be satisfied and they shouldnt even try to appease us. Play the game give it an honest review… Expand
  13. AnthonyDiMattia
    Sep 11, 2021
    5
    Opposite of 2K22. Madden 22 has great gameplay, but awful modes. And for God’s sake, do not waste a minute in Face of the Franchise. The dialogue in the story will put you on suicide watch.
  14. CedricM71
    Aug 19, 2021
    4
    Franchise mode is finally good again. The gameplay is pretty much the same as Madden 21 next gen aside from the home field advantages, which I really enjoy. There's a lot more you can do in Superstar KO now. The Yard was pretty much ruined because you can no longer select your players, it gives you randomly selected players and you can't change your created player's height and weight toFranchise mode is finally good again. The gameplay is pretty much the same as Madden 21 next gen aside from the home field advantages, which I really enjoy. There's a lot more you can do in Superstar KO now. The Yard was pretty much ruined because you can no longer select your players, it gives you randomly selected players and you can't change your created player's height and weight to whatever you want anymore, it has pre set height and weights. I don't play Face of the Franchise or MUT so I'm not gonna speak on those modes.… Expand
  15. Marshall304
    Aug 19, 2021
    4
    A game that looks fantastic but plays poorly. Gone are the days of simulation .. hello arcade
  16. Doglife
    Aug 23, 2021
    4
    I could deal with the crappy game play if I didn’t get losses for games I never got to play! Glad I play for free every year!
  17. Iwantfood
    Jun 15, 2022
    4
    A solid improvement but still like the past few maddens it still sucks but I will say when fully updated it’s better
  18. CadenWinters
    Aug 22, 2021
    4
    Why are we still here, Just to suffer? This game is not a 0 because there is some decent gameplay and Madden on PS5 does have nice animations and looks really good at times. However, all the modes are half baked. Madden seriously needs to be a platform and not an annual franchise. If it was not for my own love of the game of football, I would not even be here. I'm sure there are members ofWhy are we still here, Just to suffer? This game is not a 0 because there is some decent gameplay and Madden on PS5 does have nice animations and looks really good at times. However, all the modes are half baked. Madden seriously needs to be a platform and not an annual franchise. If it was not for my own love of the game of football, I would not even be here. I'm sure there are members of the development team that love what they do, but it does not come through in the presentation. If you haven't played in years this might even be a buy. However if you're here year after year like myself, It's just very sad where this game has gone.… Expand
  19. Richard4949
    Mar 22, 2022
    4
    It looks like a good ps3 game. The players don’t look their real life selves. It’s a a lazy attempt at a next gen game. I won’t buy another one
  20. CutthroatChris
    Feb 1, 2022
    3
    I'll give this year's roster update a 3/10 only because EA made minimal effort in making some improvements. That said, the few improvements they did both to make are trivial at best.

    Pros:
    - Slightly more Franchise mode capabilities
    - Home field advantage is nice.. but broken

    Cons:
    - Barely improved graphics, per usual
    - Animations are insanely repetitive
    - Buggy as ever
  21. thad121
    Aug 27, 2021
    3
    I'm giving it a 3 because the graphics are pretty good but there's just too much focus on graphics. It shows in your annual trailers, it shows in the commercials, and it shows in the game. The game is beyond buggy, franchise mode hasn't really been updated. You guys added an option to add coordinators but your hiring has no affect on your season. I haven't even touched MUT in years so II'm giving it a 3 because the graphics are pretty good but there's just too much focus on graphics. It shows in your annual trailers, it shows in the commercials, and it shows in the game. The game is beyond buggy, franchise mode hasn't really been updated. You guys added an option to add coordinators but your hiring has no affect on your season. I haven't even touched MUT in years so I can't really comment on that mode, same goes for face of the franchise. As a developer myself, the way this game has played the last few years, I think some changes in that department are beyond necessary. You guys have the necessary resources and money to put out a good football game. Just do it.… Expand
  22. someactorkid
    Aug 30, 2021
    2
    I'll be honest - I haven't properly played Madden in years, so I decided to jump in again with 22 to see how things have changed. I found a game full of repetitive animations, glitchy/jumpy physics, crashes, and modes I absolutely don't care about. I haven't opened Superstar KO, MUT, or The Yard, and I do not plan to.

    The presentation is the highlight of the game, as everything does    I'll be honest - I haven't properly played Madden in years, so I decided to jump in again with 22 to see how things have changed. I found a game full of repetitive animations, glitchy/jumpy physics, crashes, and modes I absolutely don't care about. I haven't opened Superstar KO, MUT, or The Yard, and I do not plan to.

    The presentation is the highlight of the game, as everything does look pretty nice. Sadly the gameplay leaves a lot to be desired. I don't know if this is new to Madden now that it's on PS5, or if this has been the case for a while, but characters feel horrible to control. I feel like I'm skating on ice, and that my momentum carries me into other players way too often. Also, players don't seem to jump, swat, or tackle when I tell them to.

    It's sad that this is the only NFL franchise we get. The graphics and lighting can't hold up a game that fails to perform in any other way. I'm sad I spent PS5 money on this entry. As everyone else has already told you - skip this one.    … Expand
  23. Venomxi
    Aug 30, 2021
    2
    The game is madden 21 BUT is somehow someway WORSE. The game is absolutely filled to the brim with bugs. Like ones that makes your stats ZERO after playing a franchise game and you lose to boot. Then you can see how the new menu layout for franchise is literally layed over the top of the old menu. Yes the old menu is running in the back round. Wow

    And gameplay is slow and clunky. Not fun    The game is madden 21 BUT is somehow someway WORSE. The game is absolutely filled to the brim with bugs. Like ones that makes your stats ZERO after playing a franchise game and you lose to boot. Then you can see how the new menu layout for franchise is literally layed over the top of the old menu. Yes the old menu is running in the back round. Wow

    And gameplay is slow and clunky. Not fun or realistic. Still overly reliant on animation based gameplay. Nothing new of significance was added like created a team or advanced scouting. Coaches have been extended to coordinators, then again madden 05 had that 17 YEARS AGO. Stay away from this game. Buy at a hige discount in December or buy a heavily discounted older madden. Madden needs to be rebuilt from the ground up and the NFL needs to terminate the exclusivity license with EA.    … Expand
  24. Iamdougiiie
    Aug 20, 2021
    2
    Game is way to similar to Madden 21 next gen. It’s sad to see games like NBA 2K and MLB the show have such good gameplay and depth and to have the ONLY NFL game be so poor. The gameplay is robotic and there are still way to many animations that break immersion. Madden 22 is nothing more than a cash grab IMO.
  25. IamChris8
    Feb 12, 2022
    2
    Same sh*t - Different toilet!

    Was soll man zu Madden 22 sagen.
    - Bugs
    - Bugs
    - Bugs
    - Bugs

    Zonen funktionieren immer noch nicht. Stand - 12.2.22
    Grafik ist okay.
    Gameplay ist auch eher 2/10
  26. Notevenexcluded
    Aug 18, 2021
    2
    Face of the franchise is cringe and boring. Same can be said for franchise which the new features can’t save it from being as in-depth as Madden 08 on the PS2. A lot glitches and bugs are dwelling in this game and it’s all because we live in a world where game developers want to half-ass a game and include patches instead of making sure the game is ready at full launch. Presentation isFace of the franchise is cringe and boring. Same can be said for franchise which the new features can’t save it from being as in-depth as Madden 08 on the PS2. A lot glitches and bugs are dwelling in this game and it’s all because we live in a world where game developers want to half-ass a game and include patches instead of making sure the game is ready at full launch. Presentation is still pretty awful and is nowhere near the level as 2K’s for example. Superstar KO is boring as well. All in all this game is a minor improvement of Madden 21. BUT THAT DOESNT MAKE IT A GOOD GAME.… Expand
  27. Vic24
    Aug 18, 2021
    2
    EA has really out done itself, not only did they promise us a better game and not deliver, they're hyping this game up like it's the best game that's come out this year. This game is broken! The defense can't do what it's programed to do and you have a defense NPC covering phantom players. There are game glitches were the fans of teams that aren't even playing showing up in the stands, theEA has really out done itself, not only did they promise us a better game and not deliver, they're hyping this game up like it's the best game that's come out this year. This game is broken! The defense can't do what it's programed to do and you have a defense NPC covering phantom players. There are game glitches were the fans of teams that aren't even playing showing up in the stands, the game mechanics are broken, the o-line mechanics are still broken, the CPU system can't draft, and franchise mode is still extremely disappointing. Also the fatigue system doesn't work well at all and the game planning is far from where it should be. That being said EA has done some good things, the coaching tree is a nice feature, route running in the game feels smoother and the x-factors are always a nice addition. Is this game better than madden 21? Absolutely, but the problem is that EA set the bar so low on their Madden games. Don't waste you're time and money on this game you'll just be disappointed. This game disappointed more than my dead beat dad. Just play whatever version of Madden you own, do.nload the new roster through the community tab and voilà, you pretty much got madden 22.… Expand
  28. platinumcam
    Aug 19, 2021
    2
    The game is a very slight upgrade from Madden 21, but that is a substantially low bar. 1. The franchise mode is a slight improvement but still has numerous issues. - The fatigue system is broken. A players fatigue is only affected when they’re are being thrown the ball.
    - The mode runs through 2 interfaces, the new one and the one from last year. You still get glimpses of the coach at his    The game is a very slight upgrade from Madden 21, but that is a substantially low bar. 1. The franchise mode is a slight improvement but still has numerous issues. - The fatigue system is broken. A players fatigue is only affected when they’re are being thrown the ball.
    - The mode runs through 2 interfaces, the new one and the one from last year. You still get glimpses of the coach at his desk while cycling through the menus.
    - The sim engine is broken. Matt Stafford finished the season with more rushing yards then Russell Wilson AND Josh Allen.

    2. The zone defenses are TERRIBLE. I played an online game and me and my opponent had about ten 1 play scoring drives. 3. There’s no reason that players that’s been in the league 5 or 6 years plus to NOT have a facescan.

    There’s so much more i could put but honestly it’s not even worth it. I was originally going to give the game a 3, but after typing all of this out and realizing that that’s too high of a score. So you get a 2, and that’s being generous.
    Please NFL 2K or College Football, come save us. I’m drowning.    … Expand
  29. BringBackNcaa
    Aug 19, 2021
    2
    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
  30. Skyriot07
    Aug 27, 2021
    2
    Menu options only do what they say half the time. Character models are the worst I've ever seen, ps2 version have more accurate player models.

    This is a joke and an insult to football fans. Just don't buy it. It's an insult to football fans everywhere. but at this point...the NFL is to blame for being willing to allow their name to be tied to a product of this caliber. Literally made an    Menu options only do what they say half the time. Character models are the worst I've ever seen, ps2 version have more accurate player models.

    This is a joke and an insult to football fans.

    Just don't buy it. It's an insult to football fans everywhere. but at this point...the NFL is to blame for being willing to allow their name to be tied to a product of this caliber.

    Literally made an account to make sure you know to not waste your time    … Expand
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Mixed or average reviews - based on 25 Critic Reviews

Critic score distribution:
  1. Positive: 5 out of 25
  2. Mixed: 19 out of 25
  3. Negative: 1 out of 25
  1. ZTGD
    Sep 22, 2021
    65
    Let’s be realistic. For an annual sports franchise, it’s not necessarily practical to expect huge evolution year on year. It’s also fair to say that at a minimum, players should expect EA to deliver incremental quality of life improvements and make an effort to hone their overall experience of the game for the better. Whilst there is only so far the needle can be pushed year on year, the launch of a new Madden on next-gen systems presented EA with an opportunity to really raise the bar. That’s why it’s particularly disappointing that Madden 22 only offers stagnant content and, sadly, creative disinterest.
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  2. NME
    Sep 17, 2021
    60
    Madden is as compelling as it ever was, but it can’t escape the slight feeling that things are spread a little too thin. Improvements to franchise mode are welcome and help the experience, but they are smaller than perhaps they deserve. With so many different ways to play football, it’s a little difficult to get in invested in any one game.
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  3. IGN France
    Sep 9, 2021
    50
    Improvements and additions are scarce with Madden 22, it all makes it for an average game unworthy of next gen consoles.
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