I think that after this game was released the quality of the later games in the series began to decline.
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Madden NFL 2005
(2004, Video Games - Sports, Rated E, Play it on: PlayStation 2)
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Not age appropriate for kids under 7, age appropriate for kids over 8; suggested age 8. -
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Common Sense says
Excellent fun for the whole family.
updated 07.04.08
Why We Rated This 
for Ages 8 and Up
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What Parents Need to Know
About Madden NFL 2005
Parents need to know that this is a terrific game for the whole family. Kids can ask Madden questions about a play, lowering the frustration factor for younger and less experienced players. It's football, so people do get hurt -- but there's nothing gratuitous. There are cheerleaders in skimpy outfits and other EA games and music are advertised in a low-key way, but it's all pretty avoidable.
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Lives in PennsylvaniaI rate this title on for age 8 and give itThe Best Game In The Series
Lives in MichiganI rate this title on for age 2 and give itIf you like football, this game is for you
If you are trying to decide which football game to buy, go with Madden 2005. There's nothing special, just fun quality football.
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- Lives in CaliforniaI rate this title on for age 2 and give it
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This is just a great game, no doubt about it. I love playing this game after just winning a Mauraders Football game. I just love lowering the big hit and a catching a 80 yard pass. This is a great game!!!!
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