Madden NFL 06

Madden NFL 06 is going for the Oh-fense this season.

The Madden series may be the only official NFL football game in town, but the developers at EA Sports Tiburon aren't kicking back on the sidelines. Madden NFL 06 is going on the offensive this season.

Vision and Precision
In particular, the passing system showcases a new gameplay mechanic that invites players of all skill levels to rethink how they play the game. Vision and Precision Passing essentially requires the quarterback (you) to pick out receivers as a pass play unfolds downfield. No more blind button pressing for "money" plays. Based on the game's Awareness attribute for quarterbacks, pass plays activate a wedge-shaped field-of-vision indicator that looks sort of like a spotlight beam. The indicator highlights the area of the field that your QB is "looking" towards, and ideally that includes a receiver or two. You swing the wedge around by moving the right stick (like turning your passer's head).

The QBs awareness rating determines the size of the wedge. So for example, since Payton Manning of the Colts has the highest awareness in the game his potential passing area is the largest, practically encompassing half the field! Highlighting an open receiver dramatically affects the likelihood of completing a pass. At the All-Pro skill level, Vision and Precision Passing will not reveal the passing icons (buttons) until you highlight a receiver. Of course, this doesnt mean you can't make a pass by just jamming a receivers button, but the odds of completing that toss are low.

Superstar Status
Vision and Precision passings a big change, but that's not all thats kicking off for 06. NFL Superstar mode is a hybrid of create-a-player and career modes that enables you to not only build a quarterback from the DNA on up, but also asks you to guide him through his NFL career beginning from NFL draft day. Not only will you have to achieve fame by your gameplay on the field, but you'll also have to deal with agents, endorsements, and other off-the-field issues on your way to the Hall of Fame.

Be prepared to stay up on your toes and keep your feet and thumbs moving with Madden NFL 06.

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