Celebrating 20 Years of Innovation, Madden NFL 09 delivers its most fun and exciting football package ever for the NDS, combining Wi-Fi multiplayer games and Rec Room minigames with all-new EA SPORTS™ Family Play, featuring an easy-to-use game control system. With an all-new tri-level playcalling system, plus the new Last-Minute Miracle mini-game, the franchise takes its next leap in bringing you the greatest football experience on the go with Madden NFL 09.
Features for the Nintendo DS version:
- Fun, Accessible Family Play: Now anybody can dominate the game like a pro with all-new EA SPORTS Rookie Mode. Simplified playcalling controls and an easy-to-use passing system make Madden NFL 09 the most accessible PSP football game ever.
- All-New Playcalling: Players of all skill levels can be competitive by calling plays from three unique playbooks, ranging from Easy to Advanced. Intelligent Coach Tips provide instant feedback to help you become a better player on the fly.
- Deliver Big Hits with Ease: Dominate on the defensive side of the ball with an all-new one-button control scheme featuring assisted player movement allowing new players to enjoy early success.
- New Player Indicators: Find the open man effortlessly with the help of new open receiver icons identifying who’s open or covered. Wide-open receivers help you out even more, calling for the ball by waving their arms. Player indicators also tell you when to evade an approaching defender or perform a crushing tackle.
- Wi-Fi Multiplayer Returns: Back by popular demand, play head-to-head against a friend over Wi- Fi, including single-card mode that allows you to challenge anyone with a Nintendo DS, or play with up to seven other players in Wireless mode.
- All-New Rec Room Mini-Games: Push your football skills to the limit with all-new mini-games made exclusively for the NDS, including Last Minute Miracle, where you lateral your way through defenders on your way to the unthinkable score.