Madden NFL 2005

THE GOOD:
Graphics (Jerseys, helmets, and player models)
Soundtrack
Passing game
Defensive advancements

THE BAD:
Fact that it's low on presentation, won't full anyone walking by for a TV broadcast unless they make a real EA Sports network, lol.

SUMMARY:
I was skeptical about buying this since I was really disappointed about MADDEN 2004 and the fact that it got boring 5 minutes in. 2005 has advancements that aren't a big deal when you read them, but you notice while you play it. The Hit Stick didn't get me too excited when I heard the first bits about it, but it's actually a lot of fun to use.

The passing game is smoother than ESPN and the running game is good as always even though you can still break a long one with ease at times. Playing D is no longer a chore and it's quite fun, the CPU might march the ball against you in the 4th quarter, but a timely use of the Hit Stick could cause a timely fumble. It still feels a...