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Madden NFL 25 celebrates 25 years of Madden NFL Football action with Physics You Can Feel from the most authentic NFL game franchise on Earth. EA Sports - It's In The Game.
Game analysis
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Story and Narrative
NA
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story and narrative
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Gameplay Mechanics
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79
Madden NFL 25 impresses with innovative gameplay features like FieldSENSE upgrades and revamped player movement, earning praise for enhanced control and realism. Critics laud the new hit-stick mechanic and physics-based tackling, creating unpredictable football moments. However, inconsistencies in player interactions and AI behavior, along with glitches—especially on Xbox Series X—are notable drawbacks. While some feel the fun factor has dipped compared to past titles, the overall reception highlights significant strides towards a more authentic football simulation, balancing realism with gameplay accessibility.
SCORE DISTRIBUTION FOR GAMEPLAY
Gameplay Score
79
Positive (80-100)
65%
Mixed (50-79)
35%
Negative (0-49)
0%
Based on analyzing reviews that specifically scored or critiqued the gameplay mechanics.
TL;DR
gameplay mechanics
Madden NFL 25 impresses with innovative gameplay features like FieldSENSE upgrades and revamped player movement, earning praise for enhanced control and realism. Critics laud the new hit-stick mechanic and physics-based tackling, creating unpredictable football moments. However, inconsistencies in player interactions and AI behavior, along with glitches—especially on Xbox Series X—are notable drawbacks. While some feel the fun factor has dipped compared to past titles, the overall reception highlights significant strides towards a more authentic football simulation, balancing realism with gameplay accessibility.
Graphics and Visual Design
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76
Madden NFL 25 impresses with stunning graphics on PS5 and Xbox Series X, featuring lifelike player models and dynamic environments praised by many. However, critics note inconsistencies in character animations and proportions, with flaws like awkward body shapes and facial rendering issues. While the game marks a significant visual improvement overall, it still struggles with glitches and lacks refinement on older consoles, leaving room for further enhancement in realism and polish.
SCORE DISTRIBUTION FOR VISUALS
Visual Score
76
Positive (80-100)
42%
Mixed (50-79)
58%
Negative (0-49)
0%
Based on analyzing reviews that specifically scored or critiqued the graphics and visual design.
TL;DR
graphics and visual design
Madden NFL 25 impresses with stunning graphics on PS5 and Xbox Series X, featuring lifelike player models and dynamic environments praised by many. However, critics note inconsistencies in character animations and proportions, with flaws like awkward body shapes and facial rendering issues. While the game marks a significant visual improvement overall, it still struggles with glitches and lacks refinement on older consoles, leaving room for further enhancement in realism and polish.
Music and Sound Design
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71
Madden NFL 25's sound design and music earn mixed reviews; critics praise immersive crowd dynamics and the addition of real-life commentators for authenticity, but many find the commentary lacking in cohesion and prone to repetition. While crowd reactions enhance immersion, issues like forgettable soundtracks and robotic lines detract from the experience, revealing a divide between appreciation for improvements and frustration over persistent flaws.
SCORE DISTRIBUTION FOR SOUND DESIGN
Sound Score
71
Positive (80-100)
47%
Mixed (50-79)
47%
Negative (0-49)
6%
Based on analyzing reviews that specifically scored or critiqued the music and sound design.
TL;DR
music and sound design
Madden NFL 25's sound design and music earn mixed reviews; critics praise immersive crowd dynamics and the addition of real-life commentators for authenticity, but many find the commentary lacking in cohesion and prone to repetition. While crowd reactions enhance immersion, issues like forgettable soundtracks and robotic lines detract from the experience, revealing a divide between appreciation for improvements and frustration over persistent flaws.
Voice Acting
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voice acting
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Technical Performance
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Madden NFL 25 shows mixed technical performance across platforms. Xbox One delivers a stable experience with improved menus and loading times, but still faces animation issues. PS5 suffers from serious glitches like freezing and server problems, while PS4 shows improvement but needs better AI and physics. Overall, despite some advancements, significant refinements are needed for a polished experience across all consoles.
SCORE DISTRIBUTION FOR TECHNICAL PERFORMANCE
Tech Score
56
Positive (80-100)
25%
Mixed (50-79)
38%
Negative (0-49)
38%
Based on analyzing reviews that specifically scored or critiqued the technical performance.
TL;DR
technical performance
Madden NFL 25 shows mixed technical performance across platforms. Xbox One delivers a stable experience with improved menus and loading times, but still faces animation issues. PS5 suffers from serious glitches like freezing and server problems, while PS4 shows improvement but needs better AI and physics. Overall, despite some advancements, significant refinements are needed for a polished experience across all consoles.
Replay Value
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72
Madden NFL 25 boasts enhanced customization and deep franchise modes that engage players, but critics highlight significant flaws like limited choices, repetitive elements, and monetization issues that undermine replay value. While it caters to hardcore fans, the lack of innovation may deter newcomers and fail to keep players invested long-term.
SCORE DISTRIBUTION FOR REPLAY VALUE
Replay Score
72
Positive (80-100)
42%
Mixed (50-79)
50%
Negative (0-49)
8%
Based on analyzing reviews that specifically scored or critiqued the replay value.
TL;DR
replay value
Madden NFL 25 boasts enhanced customization and deep franchise modes that engage players, but critics highlight significant flaws like limited choices, repetitive elements, and monetization issues that undermine replay value. While it caters to hardcore fans, the lack of innovation may deter newcomers and fail to keep players invested long-term.
Overall Verdict
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OVERALL SCORE DISTRIBUTION
Monster Score
71
Positive (80-100)
34%
Mixed (50-79)
63%
Negative (0-49)
3%
Based on analyzing all available reviews that scored and critiqued the game.
TL;DR
Madden NFL 25 is a visually stunning and improved entry in the franchise, earning praise for its gameplay enhancements and potential for future growth. However, it suffers from notable shortcomings, including lack of innovation, AI issues, and server problems, leaving critics divided. While it's a solid buy for dedicated fans, it may not win over newcomers amidst stiff competition from other titles like College Football 25. Overall, it's a step forward but needs refinement to truly shine.
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Reviews
73 reviews found95
Game Over Online
Dec 20, 2013
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Madden NFL 25 on next-gen consoles is a significant improvement over the current-gen version, offering stunning visuals, realistic gameplay, and enhanced AI, making it a must-have for fans of the series or football enthusiasts.
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90
Forbes
Aug 20, 2024
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Madden 25 is praised as the most complete version of the series in over a decade, with tight gameplay, significant customization improvements, and depth in each mode, making it a highly recommended purchase for Madden fans.
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86
Cheat Code Central
Nov 18, 2013
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Madden NFL 25 on PS4 offers impressive visuals, solid gameplay, and enhanced features that make it the most satisfying Madden game yet, despite playing similarly to the PS3 version.
85
PlayStation LifeStyle
Nov 21, 2013
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Madden NFL 25 for the PlayStation 4 is highly recommended for football fans, offering a top-tier experience with its enhancements in various aspects of the game
85
God is a Geek
Aug 21, 2024
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Madden NFL 25 is an undeniably impressive step in the right direction for the franchise, offering a visually stunning and engaging gameplay experience that builds upon previous entries.
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82
NZGamer
Dec 2, 2013
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Madden 25 on Xbox One offers modest graphical upgrades, significant gameplay improvements, better technical performance, and enhanced replay value for dedicated fans of the series.
80
GameCritics
Oct 16, 2024
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Madden NFL 25 is worth the money with vast improvements, especially for those seeking an upgraded football experience. It may feel less unique compared to College Football 25, but it offers a professional atmosphere and revelation for fans waiting for enhancements.
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80
God is a Geek
Nov 29, 2013
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Madden NFL 25 is a good foundation for future titles, with some minor issues in player models and collision physics, but highly recommended for fans of the series
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80
Twinfinite
Aug 19, 2024
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Madden 25 offers solid improvements in gameplay mechanics, particularly in the running and defensive game. However, the modes feel largely the same as previous entries, and the 'Storyline' scenes lack depth and immersion. The game is mechanically impressive but falls short in delivering substantial changes to each mode.
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78
Game Informer
Nov 19, 2013
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Improvements over last generation but still needs work, with noticeable inconsistencies and missing features
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