Madden NFL 07 (PlayStation Portable, 2006)

People know John Madden in one of three ways. First, there are the die-hard football fans who remember him as "Coach," from his days with the Raiders. Then there are the NFL fans who know John Madden by his commentary for all those years on Monday Night Football, and welcomed "John" into their homes. Then there is the videogame generation, who know him simply as "Madden." John Madden is a veritable institution, quite possibly the most recognized man associated with the greatest of all professional sports. (Please write in to correct me on this.) EA Sports has been churning out their yearly Madden games since 1990, and this latest game, just like all the others, is supposed to be the latest and greatest yet.

Shaun Alexander is on the cover of the game this year, following up on a record-breaking season. Last year was without question the year of the running back, and Madden NFL 07 follows suit, focusing the improvements in the game engine this year on enhancing the running game. The first upgrade is the highlight stick, which replaces the truck stick. The highlight stick enables those game-breaking moves that allow the top backs to evade tackles and break those huge runs. There are forty new broken tackle animations, allowing you to lower your shoulder and smash through a defender, spin your way around them, or perform one of a slew of other tricks to avoid being brought down.


The top running backs in the game have their own unique ways to avoid defenders, and this is taken into account, as the highlight stick enables context-sensitive moves based on your back's size, ability and tendencies. Bruising running backs like the Chiefs' Larry Johnson can knock aside linebackers like bowling pins, while wilier backs like the Steelers' Willie Parker are better at dancing, darting and slipping tackles before breaking big gains. The downside to using these flashy moves to get past defenders is that you increase your chances of fumbling the ball (which I found out all too often while challenging human opponents on Xbox Live).

These new animations are the visual highlight this year, as the character models and fields don't look much better than what we've seen on previous current-generation entries in the Madden series. This is a sharp-looking game, though, and the series has been for years. The grass in the middle of the field will deform and get muddier and worn as play goes on, for instance, and even on the regular old Xbox, it's hard to find fault with such great-looking character models, excellent use of reflective surfaces and some really well-designed stadiums.
The new gameplay features steal the show here, though, particularly the aforementioned highlight stick and the new lead blocker control. With lead blocking, you can take control of an offensive lineman, tight end or fullback, and lay down the lead block for your running back, clearing a path towards a big gain. Teams (and their corresponding halfbacks) with excellent fullbacks will probably benefit the most from this, like the Chargers and their stud blocker Lorenzo Neal, who runs point for Ladainian Tomlinson, serving as his eyes and leading the charge through the defensive line (no pun intended). The system works well, for the most part, and there's some strategy to deciding what kind of block to utilize based on your situation. You can cut block to take someone's legs out from under them, and you can even intentionally hold the defender.
Overall Rating: A 10 out of 10.

I love the game - user friendly, exciting.

What I would change/add? I would add challenges to the the refs calls.

One snag about the game...once in a while when I audible, then hot route - or vice versa - in sequence, sometimes it won't let me hike the ball, causing a delay of game. This sucks because sometimes I read the defense and am trying to call the sweet audible and the game hangs up and I get the penalty.

Otherwise - awesome game.

This game has great graphics and was very fun to play. I strongly recomend you play this great game.

Highlight stick is very cool. This is my favorite Madden game yet. Simple yet complex for football minded player.

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I really liked everything about this purchase it was priced just right and my son was thrilled to have this, their was no dislikes at all !!

I just recied this game and it is a good improvement to Madden 06. Has the good rookie from the draft and the gameplay is better.

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Madden 07 PSP

Control the running game like never before with Madden NFL 07. For the first time ever, step up as the lead blocker to create a hole, then take control of the tailback and smash through, overpower, or slash away from would-be tacklers as you fight for every yard. Innovative rushing controls give you a game-breaking ground attack featuring all-new jukes, cutbacks, and the distinct running styles of your favourite backs. Between the tackles or in the open field, run to daylight with Madden NFL 07.

Key Features:
Lead Block Through the Lanes
For the first time ever, control the lead blocker on running plays. Throw the perfect block to create a running lane, then take control of the tailback and rip off the big gain.

NFL Superstar: Hall of Fame Mode
Play your way to the Pro Football Hall of Fame by taking complete control of any position on the field. Your actions on and off the field determine your impact on the game.

Run Like the Players Run
Use the all-new Highlight Stick to evade defenders with new jukes, cutbacks, and power moves. Smaller backs escape and break tackles, while bigger runners bowl over defenders in the open field.

New Franchise Mode Additions
Scout collegiate prospects with the all-new NFL Draft Scouting System and during the College All-Star Game, or watch players impact their teams with the new Franchise Player Roles feature.

Team-Specific Defensive Playbooks
For the first time, use actual plays from your favourite team's defensive playbook to shut down the running game, pressure the quarterback, or force key turnovers.




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I borrowed this game from a friend, and loved it. way better than 06, great graphics, current rosters and better running game. Must have for football fans.

There is really no point in writing a review of this game, if you don't own it, then you need to get it. Anyone who likes football, loves to bash the coaches for bad play calls can now use their favorite team and make plays and calls to their hearts content. You can agument your teams to be the best in the league or use what your team did for the year and hope you can improve against the likes of Seattle, the Giants and Pittsburgh. This game is awesome and I can't wait for '08. This will keep me occupied until next season.

My son who is 10 wanted the game for Christmas, I was not going to pay top dollars at the store!! So therefor I purchased it through ebay and the seller was great and shipment was fast. My son loves the graphics and the chance to play this with friends who own it aswell! This game is worth it!!

This is really a great title. I was concerned about how the game would play on the PSP but they got it right ! I think the fact that they decided to use the analog stick in moderation is part of the reason. The graphics are solid, as good as the PS2. The sound is also good, although I think I have noticed the same bugs as on the PS2 system, in game commentary sometimes makes no sense and does not describe the in game situation - I completed a running play and the commentary mentions passing and getting out of bounds.

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