Parents' Guide to

NCAA Football 12

By Brett Molina, Common Sense Media Reviewer

age 9+

Minor adjustments keep franchise near the top of its game.

Game PlayStation 3, Xbox 360 2011
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What you will—and won't—find in this game.

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Based on 1 parent review

Spartyon
Spartyon Adult
August 26, 2011
age 6+

NCAA Football 12 scores a touchdown

It's a pretty good football game as always and it's the best. I play with Michigan & MSU as those are my team. Go Blue, Spartyon.

This title has:

Educational value
Great messages
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What’s It About?

NCAA FOOTBALL 12 is a simulation of college football, allowing players to take control of a school team and guide them to wins in Exhibition games or a national championship in Dynasty Mode. Players can also create an athlete in Road to Glory, guiding him through his senior season of high school football toward a scholarship and a potential Hall of Fame career.

Is It Any Good?

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Kids say (3):

Compared to previous installments, NCAA Football 12 features some minor tweaks to what was already a solid package. Most of the changes involve offering more options in career modes such as Dynasty and Road to Glory. For example, players can start a Dynasty as an offensive or defensive coordinator instead of head coach. On the field, the game is very similar to last year's release.

Fans of the series will find the controls remain largely the same, while novices can turn to a "1-button mode" for a much simpler way to play the game. Overall, the game feels like an accurate representation of college football that should satisfy any follower of the sport.

Talk to Your Kids About ...

  • Families can talk about how playing the video game compares to playing real football. How well does the video game represent the sport?

  • If you opt to play online, families can discuss online gaming tips to keep players safe.

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