Madden NFL Football 3DS

by Electronic Arts

• Experience all the drama of the NFL in 3D as Madden NFL Football brings your favorite players and all 32 teams and stadiums to life like never before
• With three types of playcalling, Madden NFL Football adapts to you - the GameFlow feature automatically selects the best play for the situation based on authentic NFL team gameplans
• Madden NFL Football puts a new twist on an old style of competition taking your game back to the neighborhood with high-scoring, fast-paced 5-on-5 action
• Unleash the amazing power of the 3DS Touch Screen to draw up your own plays on the fly as you create the ultimate audible at the line of scrimmage
• Take the reins of your favorite team and see if you have what it takes to make it through the rollercoaster ride of a full NFL season - play 11-on-11 or 5-on-5 and march your way to the Super Bowl

Product Details

• Shipping: This item is also available for shipping to select countries outside the U.S.
• ASIN: B004CDUOJ8
• Product Dimensions: 5.4 x 4.8 x 0.5 inches ; 2.4 ounces
• Media: Video Game
• Release Date: March 22, 2011
• Average Customer Review: 4.4 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (48 customer reviews)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #1,794 in Video Games (See Top 100 in Video Games)
  • #1 in Video Games > Nintendo 3DS > Games > Sports > Football
• Discontinued by manufacturer: Yes

Product Description

Amazon.com

Madden NFL Football 3DS is a single player football gaming experience for the Nintendo 3DS handheld platform that reveals a whole new dimension to the excitement, pageantry and drama of the NFL. Utilizing the groundbreaking capabilities of the Nintendo 3DS (sold separately), Madden NFL Football 3DS features all 32 teams of the the NFL in realistic visuals that can be adjusted to the player's liking via the 3DS' 3D Slider functionality and improved top LCD display. Additional features include: three different play calling types, the ability to play 11-on-11 or 5-on-5 on the way to the Super Bowl, Spotlight Moment functionality that centers all the action on you, and much more.

NFL Football in a Brand New Dimension

Madden NFL Football for the Nintendo 3DS brings your favorite players and teams to life like never before, in jaw-dropping 3D. The action jumps off the screen as you compete in traditional 11-on-11 games or high-flying 5-on-5. Whether you're a Madden NFL rookie or an All-Pro, three types of play calling options provide the right amount of depth for every player. Harness the power of the Nintendo 3DS Touch Screen and draw your own plays right on the field with the innovative Call Your Shots feature. Madden NFL Football is the ultimate sports experience for the Nintendo 3DS.

Feel the pressure like never before as Handheld Madden NFL gaming action goes 3D.
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Nintendo 3DS

Nintendo 3DS is a groundbreaking hardware release that brings 3D gaming to the handheld market for the first time. The fourth major release in the DS product line, the Nintendo 3DS utilizes 3D Slider functionality and an improved top LCD display to present a glasses-free 3D effect in compatible games, while giving players the option to moderate the effect as they see fit. Taken together with additional features including full analog control in 3D game environments, motion and gyro sensors that transfer the movements of the handheld into the game, 3D camera functionality, an adjustable stylus and full backwards compatibility and you have not only a must-have system, but a revolution in handheld gaming.

Key Game Features

• NFL Football In 3 Dimensions - Experience all the drama of the NFL in 3D as Madden NFL Football brings your favorite players and all 32 teams and stadiums to life like never before.
• Football for Everyone - With three types of play calling, Madden NFL Football adapts to you. The GameFlow feature automatically selects the best play for the situation based on authentic NFL team gameplans. Use Arcade playcall for more control over plays or Classic to experience the full depth of your favorite team's authentic playbook.
• Back to the Neighborhood - Madden NFL Football puts a new twist on an old style of competition. Take your game back to the neighborhood with high-scoring, fast-paced 5-on-5 action. No penalties, no play clock, just action-packed football where the first team to score a set number of touchdowns walks away with ultimate bragging rights.
• Call Your Shots - Unleash the amazing power of the Nintendo 3DS Touch Screen to draw up your own plays on the fly. Whether on offense or defense, you can create the ultimate audible at the line of scrimmage.
• Journey to the Super Bowl - Take the reins of your favorite team and see if you have what it takes to make it through the rollercoaster ride of a full NFL season. Play 11-on-11 or 5-on-5 and march your way to the Super Bowl.
• You're in the Spotlight - Feel the pressure as the gameplay slows down and the camera zooms in during the game's most pivotal moments. Whether evading a sack, making an open field tackle, or leaving a defender in the dust, it's up to you to make the key move when Spotlight Moments put you in the limelight.

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Product Description

Madden NFL Football for the Nintendo 3DS brings your favorite players and teams to life like never before, in jaw-dropping 3D. The action jumps off the screen as you compete in traditional 11-on-11 games or high-flying 5-on-5. Whether you're a Madden NFL rookie or an All-Pro, three types of playcalling options provide the right amount of depth for every player. Harness the power of the 3DS Touch Screen and draw your own plays right on the field with the innovative Call Your Shots feature. Madden NFL Football is the ultimate sports experience for the Nintendo 3DS.

Most Helpful Customer Reviews

22 of 23 people found the following review helpful

4.0 out of 5 stars Fun, but limited April 8, 2011

By Jason Giles

Fun: 4.0 out of 5 stars   

First off, I'm not even close to a hardcore Madden fan. I am an NFL fan, but I play Madden as more of a casual player. I say that because some things that are dealbreakers to hardcore fans aren't much of a factor for me. This is not a deep game. Customization is almost nonexistant, and there's no Franchise mode. There's also no multiplayer, which is more important. In normal 11-on-11 games, there is often too much going on for the small screen when viewed in 3D mode.

5-on-5, however, is just plain fun. This is not a game to play for hours. For me, this is a game to pick up and spend 30 minutes playing a quick game or two. If your standards are much higher than that, you might want to wait for a future iteration of the franchise. In Pro difficulty, the game is super easy, so I found myself turning up the difficulty far quicker than I normally do.

Graphics are great for a handheld console. 3D doesn't add much more than a touch of depth, and there were a couple times when, in the process of quickly hitting a button to throw a pass, I moved the 3DS out of the optimal viewing angle and couldn't see what was going on for a moment. If you tend to move around more than a little when playing, go ahead and turn the 3D off.

The game is a strong 4 stars to me, a casual Madden player. If multiplayer or franchise was more important to me, it would be a weak 3.

2 of 2 people found the following review helpful

5.0 out of 5 stars Plays All the Time February 21, 2012

By Mel04

Fun: 5.0 out of 5 stars   

I got this game for my son's 6th birthday. Not knowing much about it I was afraid it might have been a bit too difficult for him but he loves football so I thought I'd give it a chance anyway and I'm so glad. He loves it, plays it all the time and really caught on to it fast.

2 of 2 people found the following review helpful

5.0 out of 5 stars Great beginner game January 13, 2012

By Shishir Vadhavkar

Amazon Verified Purchase

Fun: 5.0 out of 5 stars   

I bought this game for my 6 year old son who is majorly into Football, especially NFL. He has been glued to this since the day I bought it. He absolutely loves it. It is not overly complicated where you can let the DS control most of the play calling if you want to. At the same time, it does give you some control to call the plays, design your own routes, etc. if you want to. I think you can learn this at your own pace. Of course this is not for the serious gamer (or an aspiring NFL OC) but is just right for 6-8 year old boy learning the game and having some fun.

Definitely a must buy.

1 of 1 people found the following review helpful

5.0 out of 5 stars Love it! November 13, 2012

By SteelerTom

Amazon Verified Purchase

Fun: 5.0 out of 5 stars   

This is a great game, the game play is best on the 3DS XL. Ive played it several times since the purchase and I'm completly happy. I'm not sure EA can top this one!

1 of 1 people found the following review helpful

5.0 out of 5 stars Great (If you know its a handheld!) November 7, 2012

By D. Stephens

Amazon Verified Purchase

Fun: 5.0 out of 5 stars   

This game is a lot of fun if you purchase it knowing its a handheld version of Madden. What that means is it is a stripped down game! IT is however a lot of fun and a great time killer.. The game has season mode and quicklay but no franchise mode.. THe graphics are great!! A lot of reviews have said it has an outdated roster.. THat is true but not maddens fault.. This is a 2012 version of this game meaning the "lockout" affected the rosters.. The big console versions received updates once the lockout was over.. I guess this is not possible on the DS..

Besides that it is a great time killer and I would recommend it to any sport or football fan

1 of 1 people found the following review helpful

5.0 out of 5 stars fun February 15, 2012

By loucarisma

Amazon Verified Purchase

Fun: 5.0 out of 5 stars   

bought this for my grandson and he absolutely loves it! good graphics and easy to play!hell have lots of fun playing this on his 3ds!

1 of 1 people found the following review helpful

5.0 out of 5 stars My son loved it! November 21, 2011

By M. King

Amazon Verified Purchase

Fun: 5.0 out of 5 stars   

My 7 year old loves this game. He doesn't even play football, but wanted this game super bad! It was an awesome price on amazon.

1 of 1 people found the following review helpful

4.0 out of 5 stars on rails NFL football americano September 29, 2011

By P. Webb

Fun: 4.0 out of 5 stars   

Overall the 3D is good here and helps with reading plays, the on the fly route switching and ability to make defensive assignment changes really utilize the touch screen effectively. Almost everything you would want from a portable Madden is here and yes the included 5-5 game is fun but it needed more spice like the old Blitz titles, this one just feels like the main game on a short field with no field goals and limited plays. One big complaint is the QBing feels very "on rails" there is an inorganic feeling when trying to break out of the pocket and make something happen,(sluggish)with a repetitive passing system. The play now mode is where I will be relegated to playing as I don't feel like playing as one team only for a season for now, at least the game stores some stats for my profile. I noticed that the game is way easy on PRO and veterans who pick up the controls will quickly being going all-pro or Madden level in the options which you will find makes the game faster and more realistic to some degree. The rosters are fleshed out(Joe Webb)Vikings etc., and you get quality images of players. You can manage teams to be somewhat accurate to the latest QB trades and free agency drops but rookies are missing and ultimately this game can't be roster updated EVER, so no Cam Newton etc.. The commentary is surprisingly good for a handheld and the sfx are crisp as are the graphics (only in 3D however). This game is perfect to spend some time with during commercial breaks on Sundays but not much else. 3&1/2 stars.