Madden NFL 20 is an American footballvideo game based on the National Football League (NFL), developed by EA Tiburon and published by Electronic Arts. The latest installment in the long-running Madden NFL series, the game was released for PlayStation 4, Xbox One, and Microsoft Windows on August 2, 2019. It features Kansas City Chiefs quarterback Patrick Mahomes as the cover athlete. Mahomes became the second player after Rob Gronkowski to win a Super Bowl the same season they were on the Madden cover.^[2]

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Development[edit]

Kansas City Chiefs quarterback and 2018 NFL MVPPatrick Mahomes was unveiled as the cover athlete alongside the game's announcement on April 25, 2019, becoming the first Chiefs player to be the cover athlete.^[3]

The soundtrack includes 22 original tracks written specifically for the game, a first for the Madden franchise. The soundtrack includes songs by Sage the Gemini, Denzel Curry, De La Soul, Joey Badass, Jay Park, Snoop Dogg, and Saweetie.^[4]

Brandon Gaudin and Charles Davis are the in-game announcers, and Jonathan Coachman is the studio halftime and pregame host.

Gameplay[edit]

Madden NFL 20 features a new 'personalized career campaign' known as QB 1, following the journey of a player-created college quarterback from their participation in the College Football Playoff, to being drafted by an NFL team. Ten licensed college teams (Clemson, Florida State, Miami, Florida, LSU, Oregon, USC, Texas, Oklahoma, and Texas Tech) from the ACC, Big 12, Pac-12, and SEC, are available in this mode. The mode acts as an updated version of the 'Superstar Mode', where the player would take their custom player and control them throughout a career, which was featured from Madden NFL 06 until its removal in Madden NFL 25.^[5]

In September 2019, EA Sports introduced another mode called Superstar KO, as part of the game's first 'season'.^[6][7] In each round, each team plays a drive from their own 25-yard line to score a touchdown and a two-point conversion. If teams draw, the round is decided over a 'tug-of-war', where each team does three plays, and the team that advances furthest wins the round. After each round, the winner can draft a player from the rival's team.

EA continued with including accessibility features for blind and visually impaired end users. Not least among these is menu narration, in which options are spoken aloud as the player navigates to them using synthesized speech. As part of his voice role for the game, Brandon advises via the game intro concerning accessibility settings and how to reach them. Other settings like image contrast and color-blind friendly settings are also available.While the majority of menus are narrated, some menus deep in franchise, for example, are not narrated. An example of this is when you are scouting college players, or are trying to purchase free agents or when you are attempting to complete the training. Menu narration is also notably absent from the in-game playbooks, although a text-only manual is available in the accessibility section of EA's website.

Release[edit]

The game was released on August 2, 2019. It was able to be accessed three days prior on July 30 by those players who purchased the 'Superstar' or 'Ultimate Superstar' editions of the game, which included packs and special abilities.^[8][9]

Ultimate Team content[edit]

The Ultimate Team mode of Madden NFL 20 was criticized often for its lack of 99 OVR cards for many top tier superstars, with the final content being released on July 7, 2020.^[10]

Also because of the early end of content, Snoop Dogg called out EA through a tweet after EA announced that the July 7, 2020 release of the Power Up Expansions would be the last one.^[11]

Reception[edit]

According to review aggregator website Metacritic, Madden NFL 20 received 'generally favorable' reviews from critics for the console versions and 'mixed or average' reviews for the PC.^[13][14][12]

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IGN gave the game an 8.1/10 and wrote: 'Madden NFL 20's new superstar players and control refinements make its moment-to-moment gameplay the best the series has seen this console generation, but areas like Franchise have been left behind.'^[19] In its 8/10 review, GameSpot wrote that 'Madden NFL 20 is an improved version of the annualized professional football series that excels in some areas and leaves something to be desired in others.'^[17]

GamesRadar+ praised the updated story mode in comparison to Longshot and the addition of the X-factor players, saying that the game 'clears the roster and properly initiates the rebuilding phase for football's first franchise,' although noted Franchise mode again felt neglected.^[18]Game Revolution, which gave Madden NFL 20 a 3/5, also praised the X-factor addition, saying stars felt 'bigger than ever', but was equally disappointed with the lacking in Franchise mode.^[16]Game Informer gave the game a 7.5/10, summarizing its review with: 'New features can only do so much for a series that needs work in multiple areas.'^[15]

In a scathing review, Shacknews gave the game a 4/10, calling it 'the worst major sports league video game out there,' criticizing EA for only making marginal improvements to previous installments.^[20]

Accolades[edit]

References[edit]

1. ^Oldenburg, Clint. 'Gameplay Deep Dive Part I: Superstar X-Factors'. EA.com. Retrieved 20 May 2019.
2. ^'Chiefs star Patrick Mahomes defied the 'Madden Curse,' and that's good news for the Ravens and Lamar Jackson'. BaltimoreSun.com.
3. ^'Mahomes named 'Madden 20' cover athlete'. ESPN.com. 2019-04-25. Retrieved 2019-04-26.
4. ^'Turn Up with the Madden NFL 19 Soundtrack'. EA Sports. July 25, 2019. Retrieved August 1, 2019.
5. ^Good, Owen S. (2019-04-25). 'Madden NFL 20 brings back NCAA Football teams for new career mode'. Polygon. Retrieved 2019-04-26.
6. ^Arts, Electronic (2019-09-03). 'Superstar KO: Developer Deep Dive'. Electronic Arts Inc. Retrieved 2019-10-01.
7. ^Madden 20 | Official Superstar KO Trailer, retrieved 2019-10-01
8. ^'Madden 20 release date and cover star confirmed – here's everything you need to know'. GamesRadar.com.
9. ^'COMPLETE GUIDE TO MADDEN NFL 20'S PREORDER BONUSES'. ign.com.
10. ^'MUT 20's final Power Up Expansions'.
11. ^'Snoop Dogg protests against EA'.
12. ^ ^ab'Madden NFL 20 for Xbox One Reviews'. Metacritic. Retrieved August 10, 2019.
13. ^ ^ab'Madden NFL 20 for PlayStation 4 Reviews'. Metacritic. Retrieved August 22, 2019.
14. ^ ^ab'Madden NFL 20 for PC Reviews'. Metacritic. Retrieved August 10, 2019.
15. ^ ^abKato, Matthew (August 5, 2018). 'Madden NFL 20: Coming Up Short'. Game Informer. Retrieved August 10, 2018.
16. ^ ^abTreese, Tyler (July 28, 2019). 'Madden NFL 20 Review - Back to the same ol' glitchiron'. Game Revolution. Retrieved August 1, 2019.
17. ^ ^abMakuch, Eddie (July 31, 2019). 'Madden NFL 20 Review - Some Stumbles, No Fumbles'. GameSpot. Retrieved August 1, 2019.
18. ^ ^abDelaney, Mark (July 31, 2019). 'Madden 20 Review: 'Like Drafting a Left Tackle With the First Overall Pick''. GamesRadar+. Retrieved August 2, 2019.
19. ^ ^abKollars, Robert (July 30, 2019). 'Madden NFL 20 Review'. IGN. Retrieved August 2, 2019.
20. ^ ^abJarrad, Chris (July 30, 2019). 'Madden NFL 20 review: No love for the game'. Shacknews. Retrieved August 1, 2019.
21. ^Nunneley, Stephany (June 27, 2019). 'E3 2019 Game Critics Awards – Final Fantasy 7 Remake wins Best of Show'. VG247. Retrieved January 19, 2020.
22. ^Chalk, Andy (January 13, 2020). 'Control and Death Stranding get 8 nominations each for the 2020 DICE Awards'. PC Gamer. Retrieved January 19, 2020.
23. ^'2019 Nominees'. National Academy of Video Game Trade Reviewers. January 13, 2020. Retrieved January 19, 2020.

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Madden NFL 17 is an American footballsports video game based on the National Football League and published by EA Sports for the PlayStation 4, PlayStation 3, Xbox One and Xbox 360. As the 28th installment of the Madden NFL series, the game was released on August 23, 2016 and features New England Patriots tight end Rob Gronkowski on the cover.^[1] It was the last Madden NFL game to be developed for the PlayStation 3 and Xbox 360.

Development[edit]

On May 12, EA Sports uploaded a trailer to YouTube.^[2] They also revealed the new features that were added to the game,^[3] which include an upgrade of the Ground Game, a redesigned and better Franchise Mode, 'Madden 365', new Ball Carrier UI Prompts help teach moves available to you, while the new Path Assist helps you navigate and anticipate down field^[4] and more. They have also announced that they would hire new announcers, Brandon Gaudin and Charles Davis.

Cover athlete[edit]

EA decided not to allow Madden players to vote for the Madden NFL 17 cover athlete, announcing it on May 12, 2016 via the SportsCenter Twitter account. After losing the Madden NFL 16 cover vote to New York Giants wide receiver Odell Beckham Jr., New England Patriots tight end Rob Gronkowski was announced as the cover athlete of Madden NFL 17.^[5]

Features[edit]

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Madden NFL 17 has developed a new ground game mechanic that provide players a more balanced experience. In addition to this, the new defensive AI puts players' teammates into positions to stop the run or pass game. Features such as Ultimate Team and Franchise mode will make a return, however, many of their features have been revamped and upgraded.^{[citation needed]}

Soundtrack[edit]

On August 3, 2016, EA Sports announced the soundtrack for the game, which would feature 40 songs, including 2 Chainz, Flume, Steve Aoki, Logic, Blake Shelton, Brantley Gilbert, Bishop Briggs, Flo Rida, Flux Pavilion, Pusha T and Lil' Wayne. The soundtrack was also made available for streaming on Spotify.^[6] The original score of Madden NFL 15 also returns in game and can be played through EA Trax.

Reception[edit]

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According to review aggregatorMetacritic, Madden NFL 17 received generally favorable reviews. IGN awarded the game an 8.6/10, praising the improved franchise mode and defense, but were disappointed in the game's commentary. GamesRadar gave it 4/5, saying: 'With major changes to some of the game’s core mechanics, and an impressive revamp of the now marquee Franchise Mode, Madden 17 has done its best to avoid [accusations of phoning it in and failing to make significant progress], and succeeded.'

According to the NPD Group, Madden NFL 17 was the best-selling retail game in the US in its month of release, but its launch month sales failed to surpass that of its predecessor, Madden NFL 16.^[14]

References[edit]

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1. ^'Rob Gronkowski named cover athlete for Madden NFL 17'. DenverPost.com.
2. ^EA SPORTS (2016-05-12), Madden 17 First Look Trailer, retrieved 2016-05-26
3. ^'Madden NFL 17 - Features - EA SPORTS - Official Site'. www.easports.com. Retrieved 2016-05-26.
4. ^'Madden NFL 17 Features Overview'. www.easports.com. Retrieved 2016-05-15.
5. ^'Game on: Gronk gets cover of 'Madden NFL '17''. ESPN.com. Retrieved 2016-05-26.
6. ^'Madden NFL 17 Soundtrack'. EA Sports. Electronic Arts Inc. August 3, 2016. Retrieved August 8, 2016.
7. ^'Madden 17-Xbox One'. Metacritic. Retrieved August 22, 2020.
8. ^'Madden 17-PS4'. Metacritic. Retrieved August 22, 2020.
9. ^'Madden NFL 17: Perfect Shouldn't Be The Enemy Of Good'. Game Revolution. 2016-08-23.
10. ^'Madden NFL 17 Review'. GamesRader. 2016-08-19. Retrieved 2014-08-20.
11. ^'Madden NFL 17 Review: Who You Callin' Special?'. Game Revolution. 2016-08-19. Retrieved 2016-08-20.
12. ^'With a New Focus on Team Personality, Madden Makes a Return to Form'. IGN. August 17, 2016. Retrieved August 17, 2016.
13. ^'Review: Madden NFL 17'. Polygon. 2016-08-22. Retrieved August 23, 2016.
14. ^Grubb, Jeff (September 15, 2016). 'August 2016 NPD: Madden, No Man's Sky lift summer game spending'. VentureBeat. Retrieved September 17, 2016.

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