NFL Blitz 2000

by Midway

Product Details

• ASIN: B00000K1VG
• Product Dimensions: 5.4 x 4.9 x 0.2 inches ; 0.8 ounces
• Media: Misc. Supplies
• Average Customer Review: 3.9 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (28 customer reviews)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #6,648 in Video Games (See Top 100 in Video Games)

Product Description

GameSpot Review

When NFL Blitz came out for the PlayStation a little under a year ago, the game's sequel, NFL Blitz '99, was very close to hitting arcades. This resulted in a bit of a bind: Stay home and play the still-great two-player game or venture into arcades seeking four-player gaming, new plays, and all the other little tweaks and fixes that the second release brought? Now, a year later, Midway is finally bringing the Blitz series up to speed on the consoles. But NFL Blitz 2000 is far more than a mere port of Blitz '99.

For starters, the play editor that had been exclusive to the Nintendo 64 version of Blitz and the arcade version of Blitz '99 has come to the PlayStation, and it has been expanded. Now, instead of just being able to create a page of offensive plays, you can create defensive formations, as well. You can also make new fake punts and fake field-goal formations. The playbook section is also where you'll set your audibles, which let you change plays on the fly if you see an unfavorable setup on the other side of the field. Finally, you can edit your playbook's three pages of offensive plays and one page of defensive plays, picking from a wide variety of brand-new plays, as well as from all the old favorites from Blitz and Blitz '99.

The gameplay has also been changed a bit. Most of these changes just bring the gameplay up to date with Blitz '99, but there have also been a couple of things added here. The most drastic change is the addition of four-player support. In the four-player game, one player controls the quarterback, his teammate takes on the role of receiver, and the other two players can play any defensive player they choose. The push move, which made you stand still in the original Blitz, has been changed to an on-the-fly push, which makes it a much more useful move, since you can use it and still keep running. The deep strategy that the two-player game had contained has been traded for faster four-player action in the form of push battles, where the human-controlled receiver tries to push down all his opposition to get open, while the opposing team tries to keep the receiver on the ground with the very same push move. Of course, the two-player option is still intact, as is the ability to play one- and three-player games. Three-player games can be tough, since having to deal with two human defenders is a real challenge. The "on fire" feature that was made popular in NBA Jam and which entered the Blitz series in '99 remains in 2000. Much like Jam, being on fire in Blitz gives you infinite turbo and makes you much harder to stop. Unlike Blitz '99, if you're on fire and you throw an interception, the fire goes out immediately after the interception, instead of waiting until the end of the play. New to 2000 is the kick meter, which gives you both distance and directional control over all your kicks. Extra point kicks are still handled with just a button press. In an attempt to appease players that are more accustomed to more conventional football games, an icon-based passing system has been included in the game, but it's totally optional. Personally, I feel it's poorly implemented, since while you're using the icon-based system, spinning and jumping to evade sacks are a bit more difficult. The game's rosters are also up-to-date.

The original PlayStation Blitz looked good for a PlayStation game, and Blitz 2000 holds true to that standard, making some pretty substantial improvements. The palette is much better this time around, resulting in more-colorful players and fields. Also, the game moves a bit quicker and much more smoothly. The sound has also been fixed up a bit. The commentary is timelier, and several phrases have been added to the announcer's vocabulary.

People who haven't seen Blitz '99 in arcades yet are going to be blown away by the additions and tweaks that have been made since the original Blitz was released on the PlayStation. Veterans of Blitz '99 will welcome the ability to finally play the updated game at home, and the new Y2K add-ons don't hurt, either. NFL Blitz 2000 still has a firm lock on the arcade football business. --Jeff Gerstmann
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Product Description

NFL BLITZ 2000 is the updated version of the popular NFL BLITZ. All of the arcade-style football action has returned, including seven-on-seven play, bone-crunching hits, big plays, and no referees. However, there have been several gameplay improvements. There are more plays to choose from this year, but if none of them are acceptable, create your own with the Play Editor. And, changing plays at the line of scrimmage is a breeze with the new audible system. Wisely using audibles and playing well will result in your team being "on fire," giving your players boosted abilities. Try these new abilities out on three of your friends in the Tournament mode, or challenge all of the teams in the league in the Arcade mode. If your goal is to win the Super Bowl, guide your team to victory in the Season mode. NFL BLITZ 2000 has action so intense; your mama will feel it.

Customer Reviews

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16 of 16 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Hello, Can I Get Some Protection Please!, November 25, 1999

By A Customer

= Durability:5.0 out of 5 stars  = Fun:5.0 out of 5 stars  = Educational:5.0 out of 5 stars 

This review is from: NFL Blitz 2000 (Misc. Supplies)

Wham, Slam, in your face football game that puts all other games to shame. With audible bone crunching hits, the chance to set up your own plays, and fast paced gameplay, this latest installment in the NFL Blitz series will truly please all your senses and make you feel as part of the game. If you like no rules football or even football with rules you will truly love this game.

16 of 16 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars It is the best football game for video game consules yet!!!, September 21, 1999

By A Customer

= Durability:5.0 out of 5 stars  = Fun:5.0 out of 5 stars  = Educational:4.0 out of 5 stars 

This review is from: NFL Blitz 2000 (Misc. Supplies)

My husband and I are overseas in the military,and it seems that all we ever so at night is play board, and video games with friends. Even though Blitz 2000 is only a game I often find that I am drawn to watching them play, just like a real football game. My husband and his friends also let out all of the usual yells, screams and roars as though they are watching thier favorite teams battle it out! We are not a bunch of nerds, just your average 20 something year olds, held in doors due to a ton of rain here.. From what I have seen and heard Blitz 2000 is far supperior to the last, and just as good,if not even better than the arcade version '99. 4 person play, unlimited turbo speed and strength when you catch on fire,and create-a-play make it the best Blitz yet. And best of all beating everyone due to the fact that we were the only ones that went stateside for summer and were able to purchase this incredibally fun game first. We highly reccomend this purchase for your home video game consule.

7 of 7 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Pure Adrenaline in a case, November 15, 2000

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Adam (Oakland, CA) - See all my reviews

This review is from: NFL Blitz 2000 (Misc. Supplies)

Well, first off, this game is NOT for someone who wants a realistic footbal sim. For everyone else who just wants to play the most fun football ever, get this game. First is the pure rush you get. Without the "stats" that limit playes in football sims, this game everyone is pretty equal, even though some teams are better than others. I mean, you can have a crazy play where the QB latterals the ball to some other random guy who then makes a 30 yard pass for a first down. Also, after the play beating the carp outta your opponent never gets old. This game is much more exciting than "realistic football sim where you hike the ball and your QB makes a little 2 yard pass. THis is pure addrenaline. Also, you can massacre the offense when you're on defense with crazy suicide blitzes. Not only do you have the games cool plays, but you can make your own really crazy plays too. If you're worried about this game being to easy, it isn't. It will take you a while to beat all the teams in a season. A long while. And after that, the two player mode rocks too. And as a tiny bonus, the codes are cool too. So if you want a super fun addrenaline rush and not a boring realistic sim, then get this game. Just get it