NCAA Football 11

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Common Sense Media says

Smart on-field action vaults football sim to head of class.
greenON: Content is age-appropriate for kids this age.
yellowPAUSE: Know your child; some content
may not be right for some kids.
redOFF: Not age-appropriate for kids this age.
not for kidsNOT FOR KIDS: Not appropriate for kids any age.

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Parents say

AGE
3
QUALITY
 

Kids say

AGE
5
QUALITY
 

What parents need to know

Parents need to know that NCAA Football 11 is a straightforward simulation of college football. Players can choose to create their own star athlete and guide them to a stellar college career, or take control of a particular school and lead them to the top ranks of the sport. The game is playable online, a feature Common Sense Media does not recommend for children under the age of 12.

  • Positive messages1
    The game serves as a good window into the world of college athletics and promotes social gaming.
  • Positive role models1
    Players can guide their own athlete to a stellar college career or run a school and lead them to prominence through recruiting, practice and other tools.
  • Ease of play3
    Although the standard controls can be complex for a new player, the game does feature a one-button control scheme where players need only learn single button and the computer will handle the rest. There is also a Practice Mode for players to learn the controls before actually hitting the field for a real game.
  • Violence2
    Football itself is a violent sport, so players will see plenty of tackling and some particularly jarring hits. However, it all resides within the rules of the game and is never sensationalized or overly gratuitous.
  • Sex0
    Not applicable.
  • Language0
    Not applicable.
  • Consumerism2
    There are a handful of sponsors during the broadcast, including ESPN and State Farm. They're limited to on-field action, such as the "Play of the Game."
  • Drinking, drugs, & smoking0
    Not applicable.
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What's it about?

NCAA FOOTBALL 11 is a pretty standard simulation of the college football season. Hundreds of schools are represented, and players can guide any one of them to championship glory. A Dynasty Mode allows players to helm one school, recruit players and guide them to college football prominence. There's also a player-centric career mode, where players create a star athlete and guide them to a Hall-of-Fame college career. Players can also explore a series of mini-games such as a Mascot Showdown.

Is it any good?

 

Although NCAA Football 11 doesn't add any sport-relevant game modes, it has made significant strides where it counts most: on the field. The overall action has improved greatly compared to previous years. Computer-controlled teammates and opponents react more accurately and smartly. This allows players to focus on what makes college football better than the NFL, such as the varied playbooks. The game has nailed down the atmosphere of a college event as well, with fans roaring in the stands and mascots jumping around in support of their school. Along with the depth of the Dynasty Mode and player-driven Road to Glory mode, this is arguably the best version of NCAA Football to hit Xbox 360 and PlayStation 3.

Online interaction: This game features open online voice communication, which means players could run into others using profanity, discussing inappropriate subjects, or requesting personal information. Common Sense Media does not recommend online play for pre-teens.

Explore, discuss, enjoy

  • Families can discuss how this video game simulation compares to real-world college football. Are there any ways in which the developers could have made the game seem even more authentic?

  • Families can also discuss whether it is tougher to coach a college football team or pro football team? What makes one sport better or worse than the other? How are they different?

This review of NCAA Football 11 was written by
Teen, 15 years old
March 4, 2011
AGE
2
 
FOOTBALL STINKS
it does
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Teen, 13 years old
November 4, 2010
AGE
3
 
Tim Tebow on the cover
i love it Tim Tebows a boss.
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Teen, 14 years old
July 27, 2010
AGE
10
 
GREAT!!!! IF YOU LOVE SPORTS!!!!!!
GREAT!!!! IF YOU LOVE SPORTS!!!!!! I can't wait until this comes out!!
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Adult
July 27, 2010
AGE
2
 
OK for everyone
Why did common sence rate this 9 plus its ok for anyone who wants to play it.
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Adult
July 27, 2010
AGE
5
 
good for all ages
i love this game! its so much fun kids ages 6-11 could enjoy doing rtg because of the customization of your player.
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Adult
July 27, 2010
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2
 
its football. good for all ages
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Topics:sports and martial arts
Platforms:Xbox 360, PlayStation 3
Available online?Available online
Genre:Sports
Developer:Electronic Arts
Release date:July 13, 2010
Price:$59.99
ESRB rating:E for (No Descriptors) (PlayStation 3, Xbox 360)
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