With a history of over two decades, Madden NFL has achieved various benchmarks while winning several hearts. The football-based videogame has now set out on a new path which routes it to the popular Apple iPad. EA Mobile has launched Madden NFL 11 for the iPad alongside the iPod Touch and other feature phone editions.
Dubbed to drive genuine football spirit from authentic stadiums, the title allows gamers to choose from over 2,000 real players. The iPad version of the game will flash players’ names on their jerseys instilling a real life like experience. Further, the elaborated 16-game schedule in Season Mode facilitates gamers to trade their players and track statistics of a team as well as the league throughout the tournament.
“The release of Madden NFL 11 upholds EA’s legacy of innovation in the mobile industry. Total Defensive Control, a brand new feature for iPad and iPod touch, redesigns how you play defense giving you more control and ultimately, making it more fun. If you have a mobile device and you’re a football fan, then this is the game for you,” elucidated, Travis Boatman, Vice President of Worldwide Studios for EA Mobile.
The Total Defensive Control feature of the game augments fun through protective tactics. Facilitating players to derive satisfaction from either side of the ball, TDC can be employed to freeze the in-game action, arrange defense and introduce game-changing hits. To add more zing to the gameplay, the title comes with ‘Hot Routes Everywhere’ which enables gamers to pre-snap any footballer and hold the command of his game. With dynamic defense and advanced control on player action, the game will deliver an enhanced experience.
The integrated GameFlow playbook has been designed on the lines of the title’s console version. This makes it possible for gamers to enjoy a larger part of the game on the field rather than sorting out player strategies on the playbook. The overall time per play has been condensed to suit on-the-go gaming. In addition, the Playoffs Mode can be employed to replay last season’s historic games right up to the Super Bowl.
To further optimize the gaming experience, Madden NFL for iPad will exhibit HD-quality graphics. The developer is said to have utilized the new Retina display and 3GS to offer an elevated visual treat. Amongst the assortment of controls, a special passing wheel has been crafted exclusively for the iPad.
New updates will be rolled out in conjunction with the start of the NFL regular season. These upcoming features will incorporate retro-style ‘Vintage Voltage Football’ and multiplayer gameplay. iPod Touch gamers can either opt to go solo or play with their friends using Bluetooth.
iPad and iPod Touch owners can now procure Madden NFL 11 from either the App Store or the official iTunes website. EA Mobile has announced to deliver a version for Android phones later this year.