Innovative Physics Technology Headlines the Most-Anticipated Madden
NFL Game in Years
REDWOOD CITY, Calif.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--
Electronic
Arts Inc. (NASDAQ:EA) announced today that Madden
NFL 13 is now available at retail stores throughout North
America. Madden NFL 13 is available on the Xbox 360® video game
and entertainment system from Microsoft and the PlayStation®3 computer
entertainment system. Powered by the all-new Infinity Engine, Madden
NFL 13 delivers physics you can feel on every play. Core gameplay
innovations such as total control passing, ball hawk and read and react
defensive AI, combine to create the most realistic Madden NFL
game ever.
Madden NFL 13 Box Art (Photo: Business Wire)
Early critical reception for Madden NFL 13 has been outstanding,
with PlayStation: The Official Magazine calling it a
"generation-defining effort." GamesRadar adds that "We can't — and won't
— stop playing," while Game Informer states that the brand-new Connected
Careers is "a brilliant mode." With accolades such as these it's easy to
see why Madden NFL 13 is so eagerly-anticipated by fans.
"Madden NFL 13 is the biggest game-changer in the history of the
franchise," said Cam Weber, GM of American Football at EA SPORTS. "Madden
NFL 13 will deliver to our consumers the most realistic gameplay
ever, and innovations like the Infinity Engine will completely redefine
how fans will play Madden NFL. With deep new gameplay
innovation, social integration, and an overhaul of the audio and visual
presentation, Madden NFL 13 stands as a benchmark entry for
the franchise."
In addition to Infinity Engine, the new Connected Careers mode also
debuts this year. Connected Careers allows fans to build their own
legacy or relive a legend's as a player or coach, in a fully connected
universe of up to 32 friends per league. Weekly, seasonal and milestone
goals set the benchmarks for progress, and fans can not only choose to
make history as a created or real life player or coach, but also relive
the legendary careers of all-time greats including Walter Payton,
Michael Irvin, Steve Young and more. Combine all these elements with a
dynamic story engine, a virtual Twitter feed, social integration and
team management from PCs, tablets and smartphones and you have the first
true sports RPG, encased in a fully connected universe that's on 24/7.
Additional New Features and Modes include:
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New Madden Ultimate Team Edition: Brand new trading cards and
an overhauled card management system allows fans to curate the biggest
collection ever, while new features like Solo Challenges make the mode
more diverse and enjoyable than ever before. In addition, completing
certain challenges and collections will allow fans to unlock special
cards for legendary players and coaches that can not only be used in
Madden Ultimate Team, but also carry over into Connected Careers.
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Xbox 360 Kinect Integration: The new features don't stop there,
as Xbox 360 owners can also utilize the Kinect™ sensor for pre-play
audibles and adjustments on both offense and defense. With a library
of over 6,000 commands fans will be able to change plays, call
receiver-specific hot routes, alter defensive assignments, call a
blitz and more with the power of their voice. It's yet another way
that Madden NFL 13 presents the most authentic and feature-rich
football experience ever.
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3-D Broadcast Booth: The new commentary team of Jim Nantz and
Phil Simms, combined with a fully-scored orchestral theme, set the
table for game day, while authentic sound effects, QB cadences and
player chatter bring the stadium environment to life.
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Streamlined Live Updates: Experience extras like Madden Moments
Live, roster updates and more all in one convenient location. Bonus
content is also available for fans who have played previous Madden
NFL titles, NFL Blitz and NFL Tour.
Madden NFL 13 is part of the EA
SPORTS™ Season Ticket program. Season Ticket subscribers were
provided full digital access to Madden NFL 13 three days before
retail launch, and will have the opportunity to download 24 Pro Packs
and one Legendary Pack in Madden Ultimate Team, a value of over $30.
Subscribers are also entitled to 20% off any additional paid
downloadable content purchased for Madden NFL 13.
Madden NFL 13 is developed in Orlando, Florida by EA Tiburon. Madden
NFL 13 is now available and retails for $59.99 on the Xbox 360 and
the PlayStation 3, and is also available for $49.99 on Nintendo's Wii™
console and $39.99 on PlayStation® Vita system. To learn more about Madden
NFL 13, visit http://www.easports.com/madden-nfl.
For Madden NFL 13 assets, visit: http://maddennfl13.newslinevine.com/
or http://info.ea.com.
All player participation has been facilitated by National Football
League Players Incorporated, the licensing and marketing subsidiary of
the NFL Players Association.
EA SPORTS is one of the leading sports entertainment brands in the
world, with top-selling videogame franchises, award-winning interactive
technology, fan programs and cross-platform digital experiences. EA
SPORTS creates connected experiences that ignite the emotion of sports
through industry-leading sports videogames, including Madden NFL
football, FIFA Soccer, NHL® hockey, NBA LIVE basketball,
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In fiscal 2012, EA posted GAAP net revenue of $4.1 billion.
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