Madden 2005

[Homer]

Anyone here planning on buying this?

I can hardly wait. 4 more days. ;D

[Tomb Wader]

Yes i heard  ;D

But they have Collector's Edition , $10 more

Whats the difference between the regular M 2005 and the M 2005 Collector's Edition?

[Homer]

Got me but I'm buying the collector's edition.  ;)

According to Gamestop these are some of the highlights.

Celebrate 15 years of Madden! Any fan of this football series must own this edition. The disk is loaded with cool Madden goodies. The Madden NFL 2005 Collector's Edition includes:

* Get your hands on history: Playable past versions of Madden, including Madden 93 (Genesis), Madden 98 (PS1 sprite) and Madden 2001 (PS1 Poly).

* Madden Moments: John Madden selects the most memorable plays in the last 15 years for you to replay.

* Madden Trivia Challenge: Playable trivia game with Madden and NFL trivia.

* Historical Playoff Teams: Select from 15 years worth of playoff teams.

* The Madden Phenomenon: How the Madden franchise has gotten so huge.

* The Madden Cover Jinx: A fun, mockumentary on the cover jinx (interviews with players, coaches).

* Evolution of Madden art: Interviews with EA people, show game footage from Madden versions over time.

* The Music of Madden: How Madden has broken bands, interviews with artists.

* Production Commentary: The producers narrate a game as its being played (think pop-up video or movie DVD commentary). 

[jay man]

hey if anyone plays madden or ncaa football online challenge me at scarface583

[Homer]

I haven't been able to connect to the Madden servers in at least a month. I assumed they were down getting ready for 2005. ???

[jay man]

i just got ncaa football 2005 and i guess 2004 doesnt work anymore online but i cant wait till madden comes out wednesday around here

[Homer]

Wednesday? I think around here it is Thursday. I'll have to check the local store. They told me August 12. :(

[Tomb Wader]

why is everyone excited about the game? I have Madden 2002 and 2003 and they were the same.
Just wasting money.

[Homer]

Online play! Updated rosters! New and Improved Features!  ;)

[Tomb Wader]

it would be COOL if i update that stuff on my old madden games LOL

[Homer]

That's why they hold out. So you have to buy the next one. ;)

[jay man]

madden 2005 is awesome online play with new up to date rosters like warren sapp on raiders and quincy carter no longer with cowboys challenge me at scarface 583 or 538 i dont remember , Bring the "D"!!!!!!

[Homer]

Got mine. How about you? ???

Last one on the shelf. I got lucky. :D

[wutupkid]

ever since i bought NFL 2k5 (only $20, a steal), i haven't felt the need to buy madden.  ;)