Madden NFL 09

by Electronic Arts

Product Features

• Contains the full version of Madden NFL 09
• Contains the full version of NFL Head Coach 09
• Contains exclusive Bonus Content
• Fully playable version of Madden NFL 93
• Retro playbooks feature the best plays from every year of Madden NFL Football history

Product Details

• Shipping: This item is also available for shipping to select countries outside the U.S.
• ASIN: B0017I8L9Q
• Product Dimensions: 7.8 x 6 x 1.5 inches ; 14.4 ounces
• Media: Video Game
• Release Date: August 12, 2008
• Average Customer Review: 4.3 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (19 customer reviews)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #18,299 in Video Games (See Top 100 in Video Games)
  • #19 in Video Games > PlayStation 3 > Sports > Football

Product Description

Platform: PLAYSTATION 3 | Edition: 20th Anniversary Collector's

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Two decades ago Madden NFL exploded onto the scene with staggeringly authentic football action and a strategic, by-the-playbook approach to the game previously absent in sports video games. With Madden NFL 09, 20 years of innovation culminate in a new apex in the series' groundbreaking realism. Savor the pulse-pounding excitement as Madden NFL 09 delivers an intense, real-world pro football experience like only legendary coach John Madden can. The action of the gridiron comes alive with stunning graphics, innovative plays and multiplayer competition that thrusts you into the center of the game with no nonsense and no mercy.

	Key Features Step into the world of pro football like you can experience only with the legendary John Madden Play like a pro no matter what your skill level with the Adaptive Difficulty Engine that tailors your experience to suit your proficiency Hone your skills in the Virtual Training Center, featuring a holographic environment designed to help you fine-tune your game Execute plays and celebrations like never before with the Total Control Animation System that delivers the most authentic gameplay ever in the series Receive customized feedback from EA Sports BackTrack to learn from your mistakes as you play and correct them so you can achieve total dominance on the field Access stats, customized tips and in-game options without pausing the game and losing your momentum by using the new Options OnDemand Picture-in-Picture Battle it out on the gridiron with up to 32 teams in Online Leagues,complete with trades and statistical tracking For 1 to 4 players	Thrilling Next-Gen Graphics View Image Total Control Animation System View Image
The NFL bursts from your screen with multiplayer action and gameplay that pushes you to the limit, no matter what your skill level. In Madden NFL 09, the play is more realistic than ever before with the all-new Total Control Animation System. Execute instantaneous combo moves, bobble catches, user-controlled celebrations and more for a game that looks and feels like it's straight out of the NFL. Stadiums leap off the screen to dazzling effect with an enhanced graphics engine that delivers turf and grass so realistic you can almost feel it give beneath your feet, as well as authentic weather and stadium lighting effects. New player models more genuinely replicate the real physiques of the pros, from sleeker receivers to bulkier linemen, to provide an even more authentic experience on the field. Immerse yourself in the full NFL experience with an all-new network television-style broadcast featuring Cris Collinsworth and Tom Hammond. The new Options OnDemand Picture-in-Picture window gives you instant access to stats, tips and more without having to pause the game. Plus, for the first time make a run for the postseason online as you battle among up to 32 teams. Live the NFL experience in all its brutal glory with Madden NFL 09 as you savor the thrill and punishment of professional football like you can find only in this renowned series.

Product Description

Madden NFL 2009 Collector's Edition includes both Madden NFL 2009 - With the best gameplay, deepest online experience and most features ever - and NFL Head 2009, offering absolute control of your favorite franchise plus the ability to create custom playbooks for Madden. Madden NFL 09 delivers 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. With a new broadcast presentation and online leagues, plus more than 85 new features and enhancements, Madden NFL 09 is the most authentic and adaptable game in sports video game history. An all-new Adaptive Difficulty Engine assesses your proficiency in the core skills areas of football. An innovative, 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. Take what you've learned and run the play again with EA SPORTS Rewind. 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. A more immersive and visually stunning presentation package also includes a new Options OnDemand 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. Make a run for the post-season 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. Wi

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4 of 5 people found the following review helpful:

3.0 out of 5 stars 3.5 stars!, August 17, 2008

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GC "GRC" (Tampa Bay, FL United States) - See all my reviews

= Fun:3.0 out of 5 stars 

This review is from: Madden NFL 09 20th Anniversary Collectors Edition (Video Game)

Madden 2009 could be the perfect game, but sadly it is still plagued by issues that've existed for the better part of a decade.

I have to begin by admitting that EA has done an admirable job with the overall gameplay and franchise mode despite the flaws. The commentary however stinks. Cris Collinsworth is terribly annoying and Tom Hammond is droll at best. I never thought I would desperately miss John Madden's syllogisms this badly.

As for the gameplay itself, running the ball is still too difficult with halfbacks and too easy with quarterbacks. Receivers can run way out of bounds and return to make the catch, with no penalty being called or issues. You can constantly convert on 4th down, literally 99% of the time if it's within 2-3 yds. Offensive Linemen frequently give up on blocks. Quarterbacks constantly fumble on QB sneaks. There is no long distance passing game either, no matter who your QB or WR is. TE's are still too good. The receiver spotlight feature almost never works. The CPU never seems to miss a field goal. Kicks are almost never blocked, I've only seen one in over 40 games. The volume of problems such as these turns what would be an easy 98 overall rating into a 75 or 80.

The new "fairness feature" is also very controversial. It essential puts a beginner with the Falcons on even footing with an expert player using the all-time 72 Dolphins. The expert player's teammates will randomly fumble, drop passes etc to compensate for the beginner's lack of skill. This is personally offensive to me and robs skilled players of a true advantage. The idea was obviously designed to get more beginners to purchase the game, marketing at its worst.

Franchise mode is apparently unchanged from 2008, but is still excellent. The graphics are good, but not revolutionary. Manual juking and catching is well done. The lead blocking option is also very functional and pretty easy to use. Special Teams are well handled but it's impossible to return kicks for touchdowns. One glaring issue is that kick power is diluted. Kickers with 99 kick power will often come up short on 50 yarders. Edit: I'm referring to ALL-MADDEN level of difficulty in this review.

Overall, this is a good game that falls short because of simple oversights. If enough patches are issued, it could become great.

1 of 1 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Madden NFL 09 20th Anniversary Collectors Edition Excellent, September 4, 2011

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Norman Sands "photo man" (mokena, illinois) - See all my reviews
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= Fun:5.0 out of 5 stars 

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This review is from: Madden NFL 09 20th Anniversary Collectors Edition (Video Game)

Madden 09 is one of my favorite versions of Madden ever made. Plus you get.

Contains the full version of Madden NFL 09
Contains the full version of NFL Head Coach 09
Contains exclusive Bonus Content
Fully playable version of Madden NFL 93
Retro playbooks feature the best plays from every year of Madden NFL Football history

5.0 out of 5 stars Oscarwriter59, January 4, 2012

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Timothy Pina "USATEXANS1" (Staten Island, NY United States) - See all my reviews
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= Fun:5.0 out of 5 stars 

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This review is from: Madden NFL 09 20th Anniversary Collectors Edition (Video Game)

Love the game! Only one word to describe it...G-R-E-A-T! PS3 enhances it even more.
Madden NFL 09 20th Anniversary Collectors Edition

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