Madden 09 Features and Review

General Features

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Real Football Intelligence – Madden NFL 09 is a game for the masses and is constantly monitoring your performance. No matter if you are a long-time Madden player or a rookie, an all-new Adaptive Difficulty Engine assesses your proficiency in the core skill areas of football, and then tailors the experience to match your playing style. An innovative, all-new Virtual Training Center allows you to fine-tune your game in a holographic environment, while EA SPORTS Backtrack provides customized feedback, giving you a chance to learn from your mistakes. Then, take what you’ve learned and run the play again with EA SPORTS Rewind.
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Beyond Broadcast Presentation – Set your sights on the Vince Lombardi Trophy in an all-new network television-style broadcast as Cris Collinsworth and Tom Hammond call the action from the booth and gamers will benefit from their authentic football knowledge. A more immersive and visually stunning presentation package also includes a new Options On Demand Picture-in-Picture playcall window giving you access to a wealth of stats, customized tips, and in-game options – all at your fingertips without having to pause the game.
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Online Leagues — Avid Madden fans have been asking for online leagues and Madden NFL 09 delivers. With a full online league experience, gamers can make a run for the postseason for the first time online. Featuring trades and statistical tracking for Online Leagues, up to 32 teams can battle it out using all-new flex scheduling.
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A New Look and Feel — With an enhanced graphics engine and new player models, lineman battle in the trenches with more bulky physiques while backs and receivers fly around the field with a more sleek and slimmer look. The game features the most realistic-looking grass and field turf ever in a sports game, new weather and stadium lighting effects, and active exterior stadium views.


About The General Game

Celebrating 20 years of innovation and counting, Madden NFL 09 aims to deliver its most complete NFL football package ever. Whether you're a seasoned veteran or picking up the game for the first time, players of all skill levels will enjoy a unique, yet challenging experience with the innovative Adaptive Difficulty Engine, which tailors the game to match your playing style. Instantly improve your game with the all-new virtual Training Center or incorporate feedback with EA SPORTS Backtrack, allowing you to learn from your mistakes on the fly. For passionate Madden NFL fans, this year's iteration will take authenticity and depth of gameplay to an entirely new level with more than 85 new features and enhancements.