ESPN NFL 2K5 vs. Madden NFL 08 Part Four

[RaychelSnr]

This week we see part four of Will Soistman's series which is comparing Madden NFL 08 to ESPN NFL 2k5. This week soistman compares the presentation aspects of the games. Does Madden even stand a chance? Read part four of the ESPN NFL 2k5 vs. Madden NFL 08 comparison to find out!

"In ESPN, a virtual Chris Berman runs down the match-up that is up ahead and gives his take on what could happen. He then hands the duties over to Dan and Peter for the play-by-play duties. They rundown who they think will make the biggest impact in the game as cameras fly by to show the player warming up. Even the coin toss has its own animations with the captains coming up and choosing heads or tails and the referee making the call. From the coin toss to key players the pre-game introductions are phenomenal and never seem to be repetitive."

[N51_rob]

Yeah I don't think anyone can say that even today NFL 2k5's presentation isn't the bar that all others are still compared to. I also think that EA missed a golden opportunity to capitalize on getting the ESPN deal. It seemed like 2k layed the ground work for them to have outstanding presentation.

[mwjr]

It's a shame. 2K was on the verge of a great, great football franchise.

[yamabushi]

Re: ESPN NFL 2k5 vs. Madden NFL 08 Part Four

....as we are now talking about what may be NFL 2K's strongest point.

Nobody would be saying anything about 2K5 with out its outstanding gameplay, that remains, 4 years later, more then competitive.
I dont see a '09 comparison turning out much different.

[boydra]

I agree with this article to the fullest. EA should absolutely ashamed that a four year old game is so much more realistic and entertaining.

[jeetaa6]

yup, a damn shame is the only way to describe the past 4 years of next gen football.

[StayPlation82]

ESPN has a better presentation...maybe.

[texbuk84]

2k is still the bar by which all other football games are just off of. its like a phophecy that people look to to judge other prophecies. amazing, i was playing this game last night and it still looked better than all the next gen football games i have played. without competition there is really no need for improvements.

[clarkerots]

I still remember the day I read that EA was getting the exclusive NFL rights. I know many will say to get over it, but it's still a pain that lasts today. Seriously, take a minute, think of NFL 2K5, now think what NFL 2K9 would be like if they had 4 years to keep improving. Madden would either be awesome (forced due to competition), or the game that "used to be" the football game of choice.

[hail2thevictors]

I agree. I haven't baught Madden since like early 2001 or some ****. I switched to 2k sports around 2002 and never looked back cuz I saw the improvements and knew that it would be a better football game in such a short period of time than Madden. There's no loyalty in my opinion when it comes to consumer products. We all work hard for our money so we buy what we feel are THE BEST product(s) on the market. NFL 2k5 was THE BEST in my opinoin which is why I made the switch after being a Madden faithful since the very first JM game, Madden 91

[BrianFifaFan]

Now I'm gonna have to bring up some things about 2k5 revolutionary presentation that weren't as great as we fondly remember. Horrible lip-sync. Carson Palmer spoke with a black mans voice. But still, it wins in my book. Hopefully, Madden will give us post-2k5 presentation come '10. But this has been a great series, Will. Very entertaining and nostalgic. Get to work on some more great articles!

[madrob]

Re: ESPN NFL 2K5 vs. Madden NFL 08 Part Four

NFL2K5 Had some great things for sure presentation like no other but had flaws like throwing to recievers who dont even react to passes thrown to them bouncing all the way around and if you didnt control a lb all other positions on defense seemed awkward. what kills me is how fluid apf2k is running or catching along with replays showing the ball in motion being thrown the speed of the passes and trajectory of the ball is im sorry to say way ahead of ea sports technology.

[rebelwr88]

I just bought my third copy of ESPN 2K5 ($5 on eBay) and I LOVE it. it is 1000x better than anything EA has put out. The player movements aren't very fluid and it is odd hearing Peyton Manning talk like a large black man, but a great GREAT game none the less.

[iRepOklahoma]

Re: ESPN NFL 2K5 vs. Madden NFL 08 Part Four

Nothing will ever top 2K's presentation. EA hasn't even tried because they dont need to

[K_GUN]

Re: ESPN NFL 2K5 vs. Madden NFL 08 Part Four

Nothing will ever top 2K's presentation. EA hasn't even tried because they dont need to

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