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Every year Madden promises “improvements,” but the created players still look exactly the same. The AI-generated faces are recycled—every draft class looks like clones of the last one. The hairstyles are stiff and outdated, with that same fake, horse-hair look that hasn’t been touched in years. It feels lazy. There’s no effort to bring variety or realism to prospects, and it kills immersion in franchise mode. Other sports games have figured out how to add diversity and better visuals—Madden just keeps copy-pasting. For the price we pay, this lack of progress is unacceptable.

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I’ve been playing Madden since 2003. For years, no matter how frustrating the game got, I stuck with it, hoping for real improvements. But Madden 2025? This is the year I finally lost all interest. It’s actually kind of sad. The gameplay feels identical to last year’s version, and the changes they do make seem either pointless or broken. Franchise mode is still neglected, animations are clunky, and the same legacy bugs that have been around for years remain untouched. Every game feels scripted, and the AI either plays like a god or a complete idiot. It’s not even fun anymore. The worst part? I don’t even think about playing it. The game just sits there, untouched, collecting dust. Meanwhile, I’ve been playing NBA 2K25, and the difference is night and day. That game actually feels fresh, rewarding, and fun—everything Madden used to be. I honestly don’t know if I’ll buy the next Madden. Every year, EA repackages the same product with minimal effort, expecting fans to keep paying. But at this point, I’m done. Final Verdict: 3/10 – Just play something else.

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