![]() Unfortunately, this mode yet again falls completely flat. Like similar entries, the game follows the life of a player from high school, to college, and then the NFL. Farce of a franchiseįace of the Franchise, Madden’s story-based career mode, returns once again in Madden NFL 22. They still look far from great, but it’s certainly an upgrade from the cardboard cutout-looking fans that we’ve had for years. Audiences look a bit more realistic as well, sporting a variety of gear and jerseys as they cheer from the stands. When playing at M&T Bank Stadium, I could actually see the light from the fireworks reflecting off of the players and field as I lined up for the PAT following a touchdown. I also noticed some improvements to the crowds and lighting while playing Madden NFL 22. Regardless of the game mode, there was never much time spent waiting between gameplay segments. Just like with the next-gen upgrade for the previous game, Madden NFL 22 also benefits from vastly improved loading times. I don’t remember experiencing any noticeable drops when playing on the Xbox Series X. The boosted framerate smoothens the experience and bolsters the fast-paced on-field action. The Quality mode allows the game to run at gorgeous 4K, with Performance mode running the game at a consistent 120 FPS on current-gen consoles. ![]() Madden NFL 22 lets players choose between a Quality and Performance mode. ![]() When I jumped in, there were a few new changes that enhanced my experience. With that, I went into the game expecting some immediately noticeable upgrades over the previous versions. Coming through the tunnelĪlthough last year’s game did get a next-gen upgrade post-launch, Madden NFL 22 was designed from the jump with the Xbox Series X and PlayStation 5 in mind. Madden NFL 22 is the latest installment in the series and although it does address some of the game’s long-running problems, it feels like more of an incremental upgrade, rather than the generational leap players are hoping for. Typically getting a new entry every summer, just before the real-life NFL season kicks off, Madden is infamous for its long-standing bugs, repeated content, and a general lack of innovation. The Madden series is among the most heavily-criticized franchises on the market. ![]()
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