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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Excellent fun for the whole family.
Why We Rated This 
for Ages 8 and Up
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What Parents Need to Know
This review of Madden NFL 2005 was written by Liz Perle
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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What’s the Story?
MADDEN NFL 2005 can easily be played by family members ages 8 to 80, so there's a minimum of meltdown moments for younger players.
New defensive tools allow you to make more plays and be in on all of the action. The new Hit Stick lets you either make a huge tackle and force a turnover or, if you don't time it well, get the short end of the stick yourself. With the Storyline Central, you get the inside scoop around the league from radio host Tony Bruno, along with local and national newspapers, to help you make critical franchise decisions. You can affect players' morale, customize your crowd, all while making great offensive and defensive plays (defense is quite improved in the 2005 version).
CloseIs It Any Good?
This game is great for all football lovers. The graphics are super and it's easily played by a variety of ages and levels of skill. It's perfect for a rainy afternoon and a terrific alternative to more dicey video games.
It's football, so expect big tackles and some injuries. It has a sense of humor and the best realism of all the sports games. There are great plays, brilliant graphics, the ever fabulous Madden, and fun fans that make kids laugh. (They can design their own avid fans.)
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Released on 08/16/2004, price $$49.95, not online enabled
ESRB rating: E
ESRB rating: E
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- I rate this title on for age 8 and give it
The Best Game In The Series
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If 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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My Favorite game
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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