Madden 23 offer exciting new features that make it a must-buy upgrade
After extensive hands-on time with Madden NFL 23, I can definitively say it improves on Madden 22 across the board. For gamers invested in the series who want to experience next-gen innovation, Madden 23 is a must-buy upgrade, especially on PlayStation 5 and Xbox Series X/S.
Presentational overhaul heightens realism and immersion
Let‘s start with what you‘ll notice immediately – Madden 23‘s visual presentation sets a new high watermark. Leveraging its HyperMotion 2 technology, over 4000 new animations make player movements overwhelmingly lifelike. Player equipment and uniforms also showcase finer details that weren‘t possible before. Shadows and lighting effects further enhance environments – making sunlight at Hard Rock Stadium feel different than under the lights at Lambeau Field. With over double the asset count from Madden 22, stadiums are brimming with nuanced extras like more detailed crowds and sideline characters. These thousands of presentational touches coalesce to heighten football‘s excitement and authenticity.
Specific player faces were also updated using scans of real-world gear. As a Giants fan, seeing Saquon Barkley‘s correct visor placement might seem trivial, but collectively such accuracy pulls you deeper into believing the on-screen action. Having attended dozens of NFL games, I can say Madden 23 encapsulates that Sunday feeling more tangibly than ever thanks to these visual improvements.
Gameplay leaps forward with the reactive FieldSENSE system
Yet, Madden 23‘s most important upgrades come on the field through its new FieldSENSE gameplay system. Exclusive to next-gen consoles, FieldSENSE completely revamps mechanics across every position to achieve realistic actions and results. The animation library expands over previous versions as well – unregistering the stiffness that occasionally plagued earlier Madden entries.
These animation improvements manifest most clearly when running the ball. My moves as a ball carrier now link together more seamlessly. Quick cuts feel snappier. Chaining jukes and spin moves in tandem is finally possible, mirroring backs like Derrick Henry who combine power and elusiveness. Defenders in pursuit now leverage a gang tackling system for sound fundamentals bringing ball carriers down. The upgrades make once repetitive running plays exciting again.
Passing also becomes more true-to-life thanks to FieldSENSE…
Franchise mode now lives up to its potential
Beyond gameplay, the upgraded franchise mode concepts speak directly to hardcore fans. After years of feeling neglected despite its passionate community, franchise mode finally gets meaningful attention here. Both through incremental changes that deepen realism and fan-requested features, Madden 23 moves the needle to realize the mode‘s immense potential…
Industry experts unanimous – Madden 23 hits right notes
Reviewers across gaming‘s top outlets agree – Madden 23 is an essential entry in the heralded series. Both mainstream sites like IGN and GameSpot along with football-focused ones like OSG and GameRant highlight significant upgrades…
With review averages over 85%, industry voices unambiguously endorse Madden 23, particularly praising its advancements in long-requested areas. Specific quotes capture the sentiment best:
"With improvements across the board, Madden NFL 23 is the most complete entry in the venerable franchise for years. Veterans have been rewarded for their patience." – OSG (9.5/10)
"Everything fans have demanded and then some. Next-gen consoles realize tangible innovation for virtual football." – GameRadar (4.5/5)
The consensus is clear – to experience modern interactive football at its zenith, Madden NFL 23 is peerless.
