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NCAA Football 10

(2009, Video Games - Sports, Rated E, Play it on: PlayStation 2, PSP, Xbox 360, PlayStation 3)

  • Is it age appropriate?

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    Not age appropriate for kids under 6, age appropriate for kids over 8; suggested age 8.

  • Is it any good?

    4.0

  • Common Sense says

    Solid college football experience with open chat option.

In this game kids can:   play in a virtual world, play multiplayer games, play with others, strategize

Why We Rated This on for Ages 8 and Up

The good stuff

  • Ease of play:

    Controls can be complex, which is understandable considering how many ways players can manage their team. However, the game includes a Family Mode, where controls are simplified to only a couple buttons. Players can also choose to handle a myriad of offseason activities such as recruiting, or simulate these events and focus on playing football.

  • Educational value:

    This is a good way for fans to learn about college football, including plays and strategy.

  • Messages:

    Since this is a team sport, teamwork is emphasized.

  • Role models:

    Players have the opportunity to excel as a superstar athlete in Road to Glory mode. In a variety of off-the-field events, players must balance maintaining good grades with staying in shape and learning the playbook.
 

What to watch out for

  • Online interaction:

    Players can engage in open chat with others when online.  Discussions can be limited using parental settings on some consoles.

  • Violence:

    Since it's tackle football, players will see some big hits and other takedowns, but nothing that wouldn't be seen in a real game.

  • Sex:

    Not an issue.

  • Language:

    Not an issue.

  • Consumerism:

    One of the game modes, Season Showdown, is sponsored by Coca-Cola.  Otherwise, there is little advertising shown during games.

  • Drinking, drugs, & smoking:

    Not an issue.
 

What Parents Need to Know

This review of NCAA Football 10 was written by Jinny Gudmundsen

Parents need to know this is a straightforward simulation of college football. Players select real college teams and guide them toward a national championship. The game is playable online, a feature Common Sense Media does not recommend to children under the age of 12. Parents can limit the online chat aspect by using parental controls on some of the consoles.

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More on NCAA Football 10

What’s the Story?

NCAA FOOTBALL 10 is a video game recreation of the college football experience. Players can control one team, recruit future stars, and guide them toward a national championship. They can also create their own player in Road to Glory mode and lead them to legendary status. For a simpler experience, players can participate in fun mini-games and a football game featuring college mascots. Close

Is It Any Good?

The game is a solid representation of the college experience, from the myriad of unique plays to the screaming fans and mascots at campus stadiums. Road to Glory mode is a neat way to capture a player's individual career. Players juggle between games, practices, and keeping their grades up en route to a memorable career. Throughout the season, ESPN reporter Erin Andrews offers recaps using highlights from a player's previous game.

Not only can players guide a current college team to a championship, but they can build their own team with the innovative TeamBuilder feature.  Players can build teams either through the game or on the TeamBuilder website, and can also upload their own images to use as logos.  Controls are still very deep, but the game now includes a Family Play scheme that simplifies action on the field.  Between the game modes and easier controls, NCAA Football 10 delivers a satisfying sports experience.  Close

Publisher’s Details

Released on 7/14/2009, price $59.99, online enabled
ESRB rating: E (for (No Descriptors))

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    I rate this title on for age 2 and give it 5.0

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    I rate this title on for age 7 and give it 4.0
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