Madden NFL 16 zooms in on the passing game with new catch, contest and interception controls. On 360 the formula stays pleasant, Draft Champions is fun, and the simulation gains finesse on every decisive late-game series.
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Category
Sports4 players3+
Description
Official American football simulation by EA Sports, August 2015. NFL teams compete with Draft Champions mode, new No-Look Pass reception mechanics and improved throwing accuracy system. Twenty-sixth Madden NFL franchise entry.
Madden NFL 16 review
3/5
Art direction
★★★★★
"Polished"
3/5
Music
★★★★★
"Memorable"
2/5
Story
★★★★★
"Classic"
Gameplay
"Solid"
Fun
"From the very first minutes"
Addictiveness
"Captivating"
Difficulty
"Easy"
Lifespan
"Massive"
Draft Champions mode and revamped catching mechanics open up many ways to replay the same NFL season here. Between long-haul franchise management, card hunting and online leagues, this EA Sports edition keeps pulling you back well after kickoff. Its wealth of modes is why it sticks with American football fans over the long run.