NFL 2K3
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About the Game
NFL 2K3 is a single-player and multiplayer sports simulation game based on professional American football. The game aims to replicate the full NFL experience, letting players take control of any official team with updated 2002 season rosters, league realignments, and authentic stadiums. On the field, players control athletes across all positions, calling plays, executing strategies, and responding dynamically to changing situations. A television-style presentation frames the action, with an ESPN broadcast package that includes authentic score overlays, replays, and commentary, designed to resemble a live NFL telecast.
Gameplay & Core Systems
At its core, the gameplay emphasizes both individual player control and team strategy. A new play-calling intelligence system gives players additional flexibility when choosing offensive and defensive schemes, while the on-the-fly audible system allows plays to be adjusted at the line of scrimmage without breaking momentum. Animations were expanded to cover more realistic movements such as wrap tackles, sideline catches, and improved blocking. Game speed is influenced by timing and precision, requiring players to read the field and adapt as plays unfold. The Franchise mode expands the game beyond the gridiron by placing players in the role of coach and general manager as well as player.
Standout Features
- Player progression and team building are key factors, as poor management decisions can leave a franchise struggling while smart acquisitions may transform a team into a championship contender.
- Multiplayer is supported both locally and online, with online play making its debut in the series, enabling head-to-head competition across platforms.
Modes & Ways to Play
In this mode, teams must be managed over multiple seasons, balancing scouting, drafting, trades, and free agency with on-field performance. Additional modes include Exhibition for single games, Season for following a team through a full NFL schedule, and Practice to refine skills and test playbooks.
Player support includes Same/Split-Screen, Free-for-all / One-on-one (VS), and Team.
Presentation & Atmosphere
Display support includes Progressive Scan (480p).
More game data: releases, identifiers & technical details
Regional release records and identifiers for NFL 2K3 | Sony PlayStation 2 | PS2.
Release and technical facts
| Fact | Value | Release / platform | Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| Published by | SEGA of America, Inc. | United States | MobyGames |
| Developed by | Visual Concepts Entertainment, Inc. | United States | MobyGames |
| Published by | SEGA Corporation | Japan | MobyGames |
| Developed by | Visual Concepts Entertainment, Inc. | Japan | MobyGames |
| Published by | SEGA Europe Ltd. | Germany | MobyGames |
| Developed by | Visual Concepts Entertainment, Inc. | Germany | MobyGames |
| Distributed by | Infogrames Deutschland GmbH | Germany | MobyGames |
| Published by | SEGA Corporation | Australia | MobyGames |
| Developed by | Visual Concepts Entertainment, Inc. | Australia | MobyGames |
| Distributed by | Infogrames Australia Pty Ltd. | Australia | MobyGames |
| Published by | SEGA Europe Ltd. | United Kingdom | MobyGames |
| Developed by | Visual Concepts Entertainment, Inc. | United Kingdom | MobyGames |
| Distributed by | Infogrames UK Ltd. | United Kingdom | MobyGames |
| Published by | SEGA Europe Ltd. | Finland, Norway | MobyGames |
| Developed by | Visual Concepts Entertainment, Inc. | Finland, Norway | MobyGames |
| Distributed by | Infogrames Nordic AB | Finland, Norway | MobyGames |
| Published by | SEGA Europe Ltd. | Denmark | MobyGames |
| Developed by | Visual Concepts Entertainment, Inc. | Denmark | MobyGames |
| Distributed by | Infogrames Nordic AB | Denmark | MobyGames |
| Published by | SEGA Europe Ltd. | Sweden | MobyGames |
| Developed by | Visual Concepts Entertainment, Inc. | Sweden | MobyGames |
| Distributed by | Infogrames Nordic AB | Sweden | MobyGames |
| Published by | SEGA Europe Ltd. | France | MobyGames |
| Developed by | Visual Concepts Entertainment, Inc. | France | MobyGames |
| Distributed by | Infogrames Europe SA | France | MobyGames |
| Media Type | DVD-ROM | PlayStation 2 | MobyGames |
| Video Modes Supported | Progressive Scan (480p) | PlayStation 2 | MobyGames |
| Controller Types Supported | Analog Controller | PlayStation 2 | MobyGames |
| Controller Types Supported | Digital Controller | PlayStation 2 | MobyGames |
| Input Device Features Supported | Vibration | PlayStation 2 | MobyGames |
| Additional Hardware Supported | Multitap | PlayStation 2 | MobyGames |
| Multiplayer Options | Same/Split-Screen | PlayStation 2 | MobyGames |
| Multiplayer Game Modes | Free-for-all / One-on-one (VS) | PlayStation 2 | MobyGames |
| Multiplayer Game Modes | Team | PlayStation 2 | MobyGames |
| Number of Offline Players | 1-2 Players | PlayStation 2 | MobyGames |
| Number of Offline Players via Multitap | 1-8 Players | PlayStation 2 | MobyGames |
| Save Game Methods | External Storage | PlayStation 2 | MobyGames |
| Miscellaneous Attributes | Network Adaptor | PlayStation 2 | MobyGames |
| Miscellaneous Attributes | Pressure/Touch Sensitive | PlayStation 2 | MobyGames |
| Original game disc count | 1 | North America | MobyGames |
| Genre | Football | North America | PriceCharting |
| Disc count (PriceCharting) | 1 game disc | North America | PriceCharting |
| ESRB rating | Everyone | North America | PriceCharting |
| Player count | 1 player | North America | PriceCharting |
| Publisher | Sega Sports | North America | PriceCharting |
| Disc count (PriceCharting) | 1 game disc | PAL | PriceCharting |
| Genre | Football | PAL | PriceCharting |
| Player count | 1 player | PAL | PriceCharting |
Regional releases
| Release date | Region / edition | Source |
|---|---|---|
| 2002-08-14 | United States | MobyGames |
| 2002-12-26 | Japan | MobyGames |
| 2003-03-27 | Germany | MobyGames |
| 2003-03-28 | Australia | MobyGames |
| 2003-03-28 | United Kingdom | MobyGames |
| 2003-03-28 | Finland, Norway | MobyGames |
| 2003-03-28 | Denmark | MobyGames |
| 2003-03-28 | Sweden | MobyGames |
| 2003-04 | France | MobyGames |
| 2000-11-24 | PAL | PriceCharting |
| 2002-08-12 | North America | PriceCharting |
| August 12, 2002 | North America | PriceCharting |
| November 24, 2000 | PAL | PriceCharting |
Catalog identifiers by release
| Identifier | Code | Region / edition | Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| eBay Product ID | 8949 | United States | MobyGames |
| UPC-A | 010086630237 | United States | MobyGames |
| Sony PN | SLUS-20457 | United States | MobyGames |
| ASIN | B000066TSE | United States | MobyGames |
| EAN-13 | 4974365830311 | Japan | MobyGames |
| Sony PN | SLPM-65224 | Japan | MobyGames |
| eBay Product ID | 8949 | Japan | MobyGames |
| EAN-13 | 3546430104149 | Germany | MobyGames |
| Sony PN | SLES-51339 | United Kingdom | MobyGames |
| EAN-13 | 3546430104163 | United Kingdom | MobyGames |
| eBay Product ID | 8949 | United Kingdom | MobyGames |
| EAN-13 | 3546430104156 | France | MobyGames |
| Sony PN | SLES-51339 | France | MobyGames |
| asin | B000066TSE | North America | PriceCharting |
| epid | 8949 | North America | PriceCharting |
| upc | 010086630237 | North America | PriceCharting |
Data by MobyGames.com · Catalog data: PriceCharting
