Madden NFL 09
About the Game
Madden NFL 09 is another yearly update in the long-running football series. With the main focus of the series having changed to the next-gen versions, the version for PS2 and Xbox targets new and casual players by offering new simpler controlling options, while re-using and enhancing the modes seen in previous installments. Returning modes include Play Now, Franchise, Superstar, Fantasy Challenge and Skill Drills.
Gameplay & Core Systems
The new Family Play option allows quick exhibition games with simplified controls and choice of plays. A new control option for experienced players are the QB Avoidance Stick, allowing quarterbacks to avoid defenders through analog stick movements. The Super Sim feature allows players to fast-forward through the next play, change of possession, quarter or even to the end of the game. Franchise mode now features the Franchise Decades system, in which players' progress throughout the seasons is indicated by a numerical score.
Standout Features
- With the main focus of the series having changed to the next-gen versions, the version for PS2 and Xbox targets new and casual players by offering new simpler controlling options, while re-using and enhancing the modes seen in previous installments.
- Family Play: The new Family Play option allows quick exhibition games with simplified controls and choice of plays.
- QB Avoidance Stick: A new control option for experienced players are the QB Avoidance Stick, allowing quarterbacks to avoid defenders through analog stick movements.
- The Super Sim feature allows players to fast-forward through the next play, change of possession, quarter or even to the end of the game.
- Franchise mode now features the Franchise Decades system, in which players' progress throughout the seasons is indicated by a numerical score.
- Madden NFL 09 is another yearly update in the long-running football series.
Modes & Ways to Play
Franchise mode now features the Franchise Decades system, in which players' progress throughout the seasons is indicated by a numerical score. The Fantasy Challenge mode adds three more teams to beat.
Presentation & Atmosphere
Display support includes Progressive Scan (480p). Audio support includes Custom Soundtracks and Dolby Digital.
More game data: releases, identifiers & technical details
Regional release records and identifiers for Madden NFL 09 | Xbox.
Release and technical facts
| Fact | Value | Release / platform | Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| Published by | Electronic Arts, Inc. | United States | MobyGames |
| Developed by | EA Tiburon | United States | MobyGames |
| Publishing label | EA Sports | United States | MobyGames |
| Media Type | DVD-ROM | Xbox | MobyGames |
| Video Modes Supported | Progressive Scan (480p) | Xbox | MobyGames |
| Sound Capabilities | Custom Soundtracks | Xbox | MobyGames |
| Sound Capabilities | Dolby Digital | Xbox | MobyGames |
| Input Devices Supported/Optional | Communicator Headset | Xbox | MobyGames |
| Number of Offline Players | 1-4 Players | Xbox | MobyGames |
| Xbox/Windows Live | Friends | Xbox | MobyGames |
| Xbox/Windows Live | Online Multiplayer | Xbox | MobyGames |
| Xbox/Windows Live | Scoreboard/Leaderboard | Xbox | MobyGames |
| Xbox/Windows Live | Voice Chat | Xbox | MobyGames |
| Miscellaneous Attributes | Memory Unit | Xbox | MobyGames |
| Original game disc count | 1 | North America | MobyGames |
Regional releases
| Release date | Region / edition | Source |
|---|---|---|
| 2008-08-12 | United States | MobyGames |
Catalog identifiers by release
| Identifier | Code | Region / edition | Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| UPC-A | 014633191363 | United States | MobyGames |
| eBay Product ID | 60748519 | United States | MobyGames |
| ASIN | B0019C4MT8 | United States | MobyGames |
Data by MobyGames.com
