Madden NFL 15

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5.6

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  1. zanshin825
    Aug 26, 2014
    6
    The game looks and feels a little too similar to Madden 25. Maybe they put the effort into the newest gen consoles, but the offering on the 360 feels A LOT like a minor update than a full, new, improved game.

    Madden 15 is not a bad game in and of itself, but if you're buying it for a different or improved experience, plan on being disappointed. The menus, graphics, presentation, sound    The game looks and feels a little too similar to Madden 25. Maybe they put the effort into the newest gen consoles, but the offering on the 360 feels A LOT like a minor update than a full, new, improved game.

    Madden 15 is not a bad game in and of itself, but if you're buying it for a different or improved experience, plan on being disappointed. The menus, graphics, presentation, sound clips and even gameplay elements are very derivative-- even more than in previous years. Not worth the $60 as an upgrade, in my opinion, and this is coming from someone who has picked up the new game every year since its inception.    … Expand
  2. GriffenOakes
    Aug 29, 2014
    6
    I deeply enjoy football and Madden no-matter what year. Now saying this i loved Madden 25, when buying Madden 15 i expected more game modes besides connected careers, and MUT. I wish their there was a mode where you can play as a retired player that came back like Brett Farve. I also expected better updated graphics or different graphic style to make this years game stand out. the onlyI deeply enjoy football and Madden no-matter what year. Now saying this i loved Madden 25, when buying Madden 15 i expected more game modes besides connected careers, and MUT. I wish their there was a mode where you can play as a retired player that came back like Brett Farve. I also expected better updated graphics or different graphic style to make this years game stand out. the only thing updated graphics wise was the shadows and helmets. Where as the next gen has a full overhaul vs Madden 25 sigh... Its still a great fun football game to play solo or with friends, all i wish was that i had more game modes to justify the $60.00 price. Stay safe- Griffen… Expand
  3. DJ_Oesoul
    Aug 30, 2014
    2
    This game is terrible because it lacks upgrades required to improve from one year to the next. It is a waste of money and I hope they fix this for next years game, can't believe I'm saying that already.
  4. BigFuzzy
    Sep 5, 2014
    4
    I don't so much mind that it looks almost identical to M25, the issue I have is that every single time that I try to look at the statistics after a game, it freezes to the point I have to shut down and everything is LOST! So bloody frustrating!
    If I avoid going to that screen, it's fine otherwise, but I LOVE seeing stats after the game and I cannot! :(
  5. kil
    Sep 11, 2014
    1
    This game is a rip off every year I get it...I was excited when I heard that ea improved the defensive gameplay..However its the exact same!!! The defensive adjustments rarely work....Since its so easy to drive down the field and score, most online games come down to who has the ball last..Scoring an 80 yard TD run might make u lose the game b/c you left 2 minutes for your opponent toThis game is a rip off every year I get it...I was excited when I heard that ea improved the defensive gameplay..However its the exact same!!! The defensive adjustments rarely work....Since its so easy to drive down the field and score, most online games come down to who has the ball last..Scoring an 80 yard TD run might make u lose the game b/c you left 2 minutes for your opponent to drive down the field...After a while I felt more like I was playing a slot machine then playing an actually football game..The computer generates random MAKE or BREAK plays like kickoff returns for TDs, fumbles, and bad throws. These would be alright if the games were longer and if defences weren't so easy to score on,,,This game is just flat out boring...… Expand
  6. gamingbuff
    Oct 9, 2014
    7
    Pretty good game. I do not notice very much of a change from year to year with Madden over the last decade or so, but they always seem to make subtle improvements (unlike with NHL). I'd recommend it if you haven't purchased a madden in the past 3 years, or never played recent version very much.
  7. ibflykev
    Aug 26, 2014
    1
    This game is near identical to MADDEN 25. The only difference is really the "cone". As a big supporter of Madden I'm very disappointed. I have told all my friends and they are not purchasing it this year. Unfortunately I made the mistake of paying the ridiculous $60 dollars for a roster update. The fact that they think its ok to release this TRASH is unbelievable.
  8. xX3DGamerXx
    Aug 26, 2014
    3
    I just got this game as I was so excited, but it is NEARLY THE SAME EXACT THING as madden 25. What is different? Well i haven't played too much, but i know that a bit of connected franchise, gauntlet mode, camera views, different plays, and where it shows you how to aim the kick. THAT IS IT. I do not recommend getting it for xbox 360 however if you get it for xbox one, i have heard it isI just got this game as I was so excited, but it is NEARLY THE SAME EXACT THING as madden 25. What is different? Well i haven't played too much, but i know that a bit of connected franchise, gauntlet mode, camera views, different plays, and where it shows you how to aim the kick. THAT IS IT. I do not recommend getting it for xbox 360 however if you get it for xbox one, i have heard it is good. If you have a xbox 360 and you have madden 25.… Expand
  9. catholictiger
    Aug 27, 2014
    8
    As others Reviews as said this is a lot like Madden 25. You should come to expect this with EA games especially on last gen councils. But it did make positive Changes.

    1. Sliders are back, not having this last year was disappointing, the best gamers need this, this allows to make gameplay more realistic without the need of a patch. 2. the flow of the game seems to have improved. 3.    As others Reviews as said this is a lot like Madden 25. You should come to expect this with EA games especially on last gen councils. But it did make positive Changes.

    1. Sliders are back, not having this last year was disappointing, the best gamers need this, this allows to make gameplay more realistic without the need of a patch.
    2. the flow of the game seems to have improved.
    3. What was good from last year is back. Connect franchise yes didn't change much but it was very good why change it?
    4. Gauntlet Mode is fun, and if you need a quick fix of Madden you can do it. No need to do an hour long game.
    5. The newest play calling menu is great. Instead of using formations to find your plays, you can now do it with a strategy. Flood plays work well for me, instead of having to search for one, there is one place I can find them all.

    Mind is an 8/10 for the 360 because it adds some good features but not enough. I think it is worth it even if you have Madden 25.

    One note, as long as EA continues to make last gen games, don't expect big changes.    … Expand
  10. OysterSlupper
    Sep 3, 2014
    10
    Most changes in a madden in years. Better graphics and player response. can actually use DT,DE power moves and finesse moves this year. not a big change in graphics primarily because 360 Is tapped out just look at the xbox one for all the improvements, but give EA props for pushing 360 to limit without sacrificing game performance and control handling. will hiccup freeze every so often butMost changes in a madden in years. Better graphics and player response. can actually use DT,DE power moves and finesse moves this year. not a big change in graphics primarily because 360 Is tapped out just look at the xbox one for all the improvements, but give EA props for pushing 360 to limit without sacrificing game performance and control handling. will hiccup freeze every so often but catches up with its self and solid froze once since playing over 90 games. Presentation is lot more professional this year with a fun training courses that gets you packs for MUT,which has added lots of solo and set building with a great auction site. menu's are much more responsive which erct me in madden 25, mut contract are bought 10,20,50,100 at a time instead of the treated 30min to get contracts one at a time, and they also update your whole starting team with contracts, each card receive a max of 25 contracts and computer handles delectation or you can go in card at a time. What a relief a big 10 for contract issues. There are lots of little tweaks that I love, nothing real big but the little things, the little things have me saying this is a must have over 25. the menu processing alone warms my hart and lowers my blood pressure. a lot of the same verbage some new and still pissit they took out regular music and have not put back in, but the sound is great but would like some five finger death punch. Still must give a TEN for EA listing to a lot of probs we had with Madden 13 and Madden 25 which felt like a beta tests for Madden 15.… Expand
  11. yougottabilliev
    Aug 27, 2014
    8
    Best Madden on the Xbox 360 in years. It is true that it is much different from the newer gen version of Madden, which is a given as the Xbox One and PS4 are a lot more powerful. A lot of people keep saying that this is a "roster update" to Madden 25, this is just simply untrue. On the Xbox 360/PS3 alone there are tons of new features which make the game feel new.

    New Features: TACKLING    Best Madden on the Xbox 360 in years. It is true that it is much different from the newer gen version of Madden, which is a given as the Xbox One and PS4 are a lot more powerful. A lot of people keep saying that this is a "roster update" to Madden 25, this is just simply untrue. On the Xbox 360/PS3 alone there are tons of new features which make the game feel new.

    New Features: TACKLING CONE!, very expansive and great Ultimate Team Mode, Gauntlet mode, New kicking maneuvers, as well as adding the LT precise moves from Madden 25 next gen games.

    Cons: They took away online team play, oh well.

    Missing from this gen that is in next gen: Camera lock on defense, the new All 22 camera, Improved player models, and some of the newer commentary/ Halftime coverage.

    Overall this is a solid Madden game for the Xbox 360, in my opinion the best out yet. The new tackling cone is a welcomed feature which I hope stays on to future iterations of the franchise.    … Expand
  12. Jamison12
    Aug 25, 2015
    3
    The more Madden 15 is played on the Gen. 3 consoles, the more the player realizes it's a big slap in the face to loyal consumers from EA Sports. Perhaps the only reason EA Sports releases games on last-gen. consoles is simply to sell more copies because Madden 15 on 360 is by far the most disappointing installment of the esteemed, and often acclaimed, game franchise.
    Where do I begin?    The more Madden 15 is played on the Gen. 3 consoles, the more the player realizes it's a big slap in the face to loyal consumers from EA Sports. Perhaps the only reason EA Sports releases games on last-gen. consoles is simply to sell more copies because Madden 15 on 360 is by far the most disappointing installment of the esteemed, and often acclaimed, game franchise.
    Where do I begin?
    Unlike some, I prefer career modes and franchise modes over Ultimate Team any day so I'll start there.
    To get an idea of the Connected Career Mode (CCM) on Madden 15, pull out your copy of Madden 25, and, voila! You have Madden 15's CCM! If you were expecting even small additions, such as a new city to relocate to, or a new legend to play as, or even new uniforms for relocated teams, then like me, you'll be disappointed. The only change made to CCM was taking out pre-made draft classes. It seems to make sense because often in CCM Online in Madden 25, players found out who the gems were, and ended up taking projected 5th rounders in the 1st round, but now with computer generated names, generic story lines and unfortunately dull Adam Schefter commentary, the game is, well, that. It's a game. The aspect of unique characters and story lines made drafting an experience, now what a move that was to enhance the game, only hurt it more.
    Now the game play.
    No one buying this for 360 and PS3 will expect a graphics improvement, they're older systems, as with the game play, but when EA Sports says they improved the defensive A.I., one expects that they did, but they just really didn't at all. Still defenders just freeze on the field while the player's receiver is running his slant route, said receiver is stalled by the statue-like defender, no flag.
    If the player doesn't feel disrespected and hurt by EA Sports, they didn't even bother to update the commentary. When playing a game involving the St. Louis Rams, Phil Simms will say (not a direct quote but the gist) "Remember, the Rams lost one, and tied one against the NFC Champion San Francisco 49ers last year."
    Except, they didn't Phil. That's the commentary from Madden 25. In fact, the Rams lost both 2013 match-ups against the 49ers by a combined score of 58-24 and obviously, it's interesting Madden 15's commentary declares the 49ers defending NFC Champions when the NFC Champs and Super Bowl Champs were the Seattle Seahawks.
    The only salvageable piece of this installment is that Madden Ultimate Team (MUT) is vastly improved with more chances to earn coins, cards and new players don't feel as much at a disadvantage.
    It's a little hurtful honestly, No one had high expectations for an installment on an inferior system, but it's like EA Sports didn't even try most aspects to improve on Madden 25 and instead, just copied and pasted, even those with the mildest of expectations will be disappointed in by far, the worst Madden on X-Box 360.    … Expand
  13. Viper8787
    Sep 23, 2014
    7
    A fun game with great graphics. This is one of the best Madden game in years even though it is not perfect. There are still a lot of bugs that need to be fixed like it does freeze a lot but game still continues. It just sucks when it freezes in the middle of a play. Connected franchise is really fun and the Owner mode is awesome. MUT takes a while to get into as your team isn't very goodA fun game with great graphics. This is one of the best Madden game in years even though it is not perfect. There are still a lot of bugs that need to be fixed like it does freeze a lot but game still continues. It just sucks when it freezes in the middle of a play. Connected franchise is really fun and the Owner mode is awesome. MUT takes a while to get into as your team isn't very good at the start and takes a while to get better. Still an enjoyable game.… Expand
  14. patrickres9
    Oct 30, 2014
    2
    This is really becoming a problem for 360 users. 360 versions on cross-generation games are getting neglected severely, and are still being released for $50-60. Major reviewers aren't reviewing the 360 versions of games either, which is quite disingenuous. See Forza Horizon 2 on the 360.

    Anyway, this game is virtually identical to the Madden 25 on the 360. It's essentially a roster    This is really becoming a problem for 360 users. 360 versions on cross-generation games are getting neglected severely, and are still being released for $50-60. Major reviewers aren't reviewing the 360 versions of games either, which is quite disingenuous. See Forza Horizon 2 on the 360.

    Anyway, this game is virtually identical to the Madden 25 on the 360. It's essentially a roster update. Anything positive you've heard about Madden 25 only applies to the next gen console versions, which are far superior. Save yourself $60. You can download user created, up to date rosters on Madden 25 and get nearly the exact same experience. Shame on EA.    … Expand
  15. tbill10208
    Dec 25, 2014
    1
    Do not buy this game. It does not come with a manual and one cannot be found online. Instructions inside the game are terrible and don't work. Not sure who worked on this game but they should be fired.
  16. DanBrooks
    Jul 13, 2015
    10
    This game looks like Madden 25 due to the previous title reaching the peak visual capabilities of this console generation.However having played a wide variety of the EA sports game, Madden is by far my favourite even though I'm primarily a soccer fan. the reasons behind this is how they combine the training game with ultimate team rewards and how in madden ultimate team seasons on-lineThis game looks like Madden 25 due to the previous title reaching the peak visual capabilities of this console generation.However having played a wide variety of the EA sports game, Madden is by far my favourite even though I'm primarily a soccer fan. the reasons behind this is how they combine the training game with ultimate team rewards and how in madden ultimate team seasons on-line head to head when you reach a milestone you get that reward whereas other EA ultimate team modes once you reach a milestone in your season you don't get a reward until the campaign is over.
    It is true this years title hasn't come along vastly in a lot of areas but the small tweaks have made it easier I find to learn the game and test your skills especially when you run the gauntlet in training mode which has fun boss levels.    … Expand
  17. viuuiuvy
    Dec 2, 2015
    5
    The season play is not very good, with lots of useless stuff to do such as upgrades & player practices. For exhibition play & instant play the game delivers. Although, the defense unit is way too responsive & the offensive lines are way too realistic making this a very difficult game. For those who are familiar with the Madden series & definitely not for beginners.