Madden NFL 23

 Xbox Series X
Metascore
70

Mixed or average reviews - based on 22 Critic Reviews

Critic score distribution:
  1. Positive: 10 out of 22
  2. Mixed: 10 out of 22
  3. Negative: 2 out of 22
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  1. Gaming Age
    Aug 24, 2022
    83
    Regardless of me being an old man yelling at the sky about the licensed presentation (or lack thereof), Madden NFL 23 is a win for console and PC. Now like I mentioned earlier, my PC use case is extremely particular, but I assume many players are now in a similar situation. Sports games on handheld have never been a great experience and Madden 23 is the first to really wow me, which is more of an example of how great the Steam Deck is, but I can’t hold that against Madden. As far as the current gen console release, Fieldsense is truly a game changer and made me think more about ball placement than I ever have in a football game. Dropping an over the should pass from Russell Wilson to Jerry Jeudy just feels extra satisfying, especially when it’s over Chiefs defensive backs. PC or Console, either way you’re a winner.
  2. Generación Xbox
    Sep 19, 2022
    80
    The latest entry in the Madden franchise manages to keep the core elements that made the saga great and introduces solid new features that might not be game-changers now, but they could surely become that in the future.
  3. TheXboxHub
    Aug 29, 2022
    80
    Whilst at first, the additions to Madden NFL 23 would appear to be more subtle over previous versions, they all add up to make one of the better instalments of recent years.
  5. MondoXbox
    Aug 28, 2022
    80
    With the introduction of FieldSENSE, Madden NFL 23 represents a turning point for the series, on next-generation consoles. A few technical smears still remain, and we hope they will be promptly fixed, but the homage to the great John Madden and the innovations in gameplay make it definitely recommended to all fans of this sport.
  6. SomosXbox
    Aug 24, 2022
    80
    Madden NFL 23 is a great tribute to John Madden and a game that manages to take the franchise much further than its predecessors. The changes in the animations make it more realistic in all aspects and especially in what matters most, the collisions. And the new skill-based passing system manages to give more control. I think this is a pretty decent installment of the franchise, for fans and for those just starting out in the NFL world. Although the Face of the Franchise mode could have been revamped more.
  7. GamingTrend
    Aug 18, 2022
    80
    Building off the momentum of Madden 22; Madden NFL 23 brings fresh looks to both Franchise Mode and Face of the Franchise while keeping the train rolling with The Yard and MUT. While there are still some buggy moments, Madden NFL 23 is worth picking up especially for those who haven’t played an installment in the series for a while.
  8. Windows Central
    Aug 18, 2022
    80
    Madden NFL 23 is a step up from Madden NFL 22, which itself was a step up from its predecessor. This continues to show that EA Sports has found a groove for itself when it comes to updating the yearly sports title, and with some new changes to gameplay, Madden NFL 23 feels even more like a brand-new title than it has in perhaps a long time.
  9. ZTGD
    Sep 1, 2022
    75
    While this year’s Madden will always feel somewhat bittersweet due to John’s passing, I think that it was beyond perfect that the best version of Madden football would be the one that was made to honor the legacy of its namesake. From the factoids that I learned about Coach, to the superb presentation and soundtrack throughout the entire game, to the fantastic on field play; this years Madden as far as I am concerned has finally broken free of the 2K series and has gone all the way!
  10. Atomix
    Aug 30, 2022
    75
    Madden NFL 23 has good fundamentals and fun gameplay, but the game-as-a-service elements and micropayments end up affecting the final product.
  11. LevelUp
    Aug 25, 2022
    75
    Madden NFL 23 is not the MVP, but it is a departure from the terrible games of recent years and perhaps this is the future of the franchise; if so, welcome to the promised land Touchdown!

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#88 Best Xbox Series X Game of 2022
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#21 Most Discussed Xbox Series X Game of 2022

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User Score
2.0

Generally unfavorable reviews- based on 105 Ratings

User score distribution:
  1. Positive: 12 out of 105
  2. Mixed: 8 out of 105
  3. Negative: 85 out of 105
  1. Huntergibson79
    Aug 18, 2022
    0
    Same Madden as the last 8. Anybody that has played the last 8 will know what I’m talking about. All they did was put Madden the cover. ThisSame Madden as the last 8. Anybody that has played the last 8 will know what I’m talking about. All they did was put Madden the cover. This franchise is a disgrace to Madden himself… Full Review »
  2. Bobert2024
    Aug 18, 2022
    0
    It’s the same thing over and over again a game that gets a little bit better each year, but is still miles from where it should be. If EAIt’s the same thing over and over again a game that gets a little bit better each year, but is still miles from where it should be. If EA would just put some effort into this game it could be great like it once was, but until then we are left with this underwhelming game.… Full Review »
  3. Dreww12
    Aug 18, 2022
    0
    Wouldn’t recommend.. same game as it has been, false advertisement is EA sports game.. don’t waste your money.
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