Madden NFL 13 scores big at E3

“This is the biggest change to the “Madden” franchise this generation, and the biggest upgrade, maybe ever…" - Jon Robinson, ESPN.com

Madden NFL 13 had a great E3. We were able to show off all our new features, including Infinity Engine, and Connected Careers. See what the gaming press thought below.

·         Game Informer Best of Show – WINNER

·         EGM – Best Sports Game – WINNER

·         Game Trailers – Best Of E3 – WINNER 

·         Destructoid Best of E3 – ‘Best of Sports’ – WINNER

·         IGN Best of E3 – Nominee

·         G4TV.com/X-Play Best of E3 – ‘Best Sports’ – Nominee

·         Machinima Best of E3 – Nominee

·         Shortlist.com Best of E3 – ‘Best Sports Game’ – Nominee

·         Family Friendly Gaming Best Sports Game - Gold – WINNER

·         Game Critics Best Sports Game – Nominee 

·         GamingExcellence Best Sports Game – Nominee 

·         GameRant Best Sports Game – Nominee 

Here's what the media is saying:

“New technologies and one of the best uses of Kinect I’ve ever seen made Madden [NFL 13] one of the stars of [E3 2012].” – Scott Stein, C|NET

 

“Normally, a new version of EA Sports' Madden Football is an E3 non-event. Not so at E3 2012: in fact, it became a sort of poster-child for future-forward gaming.” – Scott Stein, C|NET

“Madden 13 comes out August 28, and I can't remember the last time I was this interested to play.”  – Scott Stein, C|NET

“…in last year's Madden, contact is where things would end. In Madden NFL 13, contact is where things will begin.” – Owen Good, Kotaku

“I've played using the system, and just bumping off a linebacker and pushing past the line of scrimmage feels different – it's a fight…. Pre-determined animations are history; now, it's happening on the field. Runners can trip, stumble, rally and recover.” – Greg Miller, IGN

 “This is the biggest change to the “Madden” franchise this generation, and the biggest upgrade, maybe ever. The predetermined outcomes of past football games are history. Collisions look and feel more authentic, and with every tackle based on pure physics, you won’t keep seeing the same tired animations play out over and over again like past iterations.”  – Jon Robinson, ESPN.com

 “[Connected Careers] is a new vision for career mode, and since this isn't just an isolated console experience, but truly connected play in which you can share stats, stories, and smack talk with other “Madden” gamers -- even comparing your overall legacy score the game gives you based on your accomplishments -- it’s really pushing the genre forward.” – Jon Robinson, ESPN.com

“Forget the days of saying the new “Madden” is just another roster update. “Madden 13” looks to completely change the game.” – Jon Robinson, ESPN.com

“Currently, [Madden NFL 13] provides all previous great qualities that has made this the best and proverbially only NFL title worth purchasing for full retail price.” – Devin Charles, Game Revolution

“It must be said that Madden is ever closing the gap on reality and virtual reality. This gap shortens mainly on the game's attention to how the NFL is showcased: its polished presentation. There are not only player introductions, but also announcer and broadcasting partners. Amazingly, the commentary is insightful and much appreciated (thus far).” – Devin Charles, Game Revolution

“This attention to detail are just part of what makes Madden 13 something special…EA Sports has added the Infinity Engine which uses real-time physics for balancing and bouncing (it’s weird to see a player in a video game stumble) to make the game more realistic. What that means is like snowflakes, no two tackles on Madden 13 are going to look the same.” – Adam Rank, NFL.com

“Here’s the bottom line: If you’re like me, you don’t buy a new version of “Madden” every year, as you wait for the technology to improve. But this should be the year you jump back on board. The new playing features are awesome, and you won’t be disappointed.” – Adam Rank, NFL.com

“Connected Careers is basically [franchise and superstar] modes combined into one, creating what seems to be the most immersive football gaming experience to date. “ – Chris, Operation Sports