Madden NFL 19 Reviews

Madden NFL 19 is ranked in the 79th percentile of games scored on OpenCritic.
8 / 10.0
Oct 8, 2018

Madden 19 does not redefine the series but it's a great game nevertheless.

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7.2 / 10.0
Oct 7, 2018

It’s definitely a game for fans, but there’s enough in there for newbies, like me, to learn. In spite of the near-vertical learning curve, I found myself coming back time and time again, just because the gameplay is so good.

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Cubed3
Top Critic
8 / 10
Sep 29, 2018

Madden NFL 19 is a sublime example of what can be achieved with a sports title. The "Real Player Motions" generates that feeling of not 'controlling' players, but rather living as the players instead. Seeing how lifelike all the players are within a match, and how they communicate with each other before and during plays, and then watching them seamlessly get into the next play, is freakishly uncanny. Franchise Mode is a huge mode to undertake with a large enough scope to get lost in, whether as a player, a coach, or a team owner, while Madden Ultimate Challenge is a complete time-hog due to the addictive nature of collecting player cards to boost the team. Finally, Longshot: Homecoming continues the story of Colt and Devin, and while it offers a nice little detour, it does not offer a lot more to the experience.

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Unscored
Sep 12, 2018

NFL Madden 19 is a very fun sports game, even if you’re not the biggest fan of American Football.

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8 / 10
Sep 5, 2018

Madden NFL 19 is the best Football game on the market. EA Sports added technical and realistic details taking the game one step further.

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61 / 100
Sep 1, 2018

If you're an absolute die-hard, I guess you've already picked up Madden NFL 19, but otherwise I'd warn you to hold off and continue playing last year's version. There's nothing special about this year's edition, and with all of the technical issues, it's a major bummer.

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Ken McKown
Top Critic
7.5 / 10.0
Aug 30, 2018

Madden NFL 19 is a solid outing this year, but again it is more a refinement than anything else. It feels like a game targeted at the usual players and not bringing in anyone new.

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85%
Aug 24, 2018

The players who like realistic sport simulations and the players who are more into arcade experiences will be both kept busy by Madden NFL 2019. For the veterans of this franchise, it will be another great year of their favorite sport and even newcomers shouldn't worry about trying it for the first time.

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Aug 24, 2018

Madden NFL 19 is fun, and when it finally "clicks", you stay on the ball. The beautiful graphics and the direct play feel convey the action exactly as it has to be in the stadium. For veterans this is a very clear reason to buy. However, indecisive and newcomers should be warned. The game doesn't take you by the hand permanently and those who have problems with the language barrier won't necessarily be happy with the football simulation. However, if you are interested in the sport and you already know a few terms, you should give Madden a chance. It's worth it!

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GameSkinny
RobotsFightingDinosaurs
Top Critic
Aug 24, 2018

Frustrating control changes, crashes, and baffling design choices make Madden 19 feel like a step back from the franchise's recent success.

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Aug 22, 2018

Madden 19, the latest entry in the football franchise, is an improvement in almost every way to its predecessor

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7 / 10.0
Aug 22, 2018

Madden 19 has the kind of defense that makes this game worth buying, and spectacular plays are more spectacular than ever. Uncomplimentary menus and peculiar gameplay simulations keep this year's Madden from being something profoundly special. Still, there's plenty here to feed the need for more football.

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GameZone
Top Critic
7 / 10.0
Aug 21, 2018

Does Madden 19 feel as significant as Madden 18? No, but it builds on the layers EA Sports has created over the years. While it doesn't always feel successful, the core Madden 19 experience is more refined than ever and feels like EA is taking the right steps to continue innovating on the long-running sports franchise.

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8 / 10.0
Aug 20, 2018

If you're looking for something that massively overhauls the Madden experience, you're probably not going to find it in Madden NFL 19. Instead, I see it as a generally solid dose of improvements and consistency, with an emphasis on tightening up the on-field product for better, more natural football action. It's got me looking forward to binging the next season, at the very least.

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Aug 18, 2018

If you’re on the fence about grabbing Madden 19 and you haven’t touched a Madden in a while, it’s an easy recommendation.

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Game Debate
Vicken B
Top Critic
7.5 / 10.0
Aug 18, 2018

They have made a great attempt at a comeback on PC, it just ends up being marred by some minor glitches which can prove immensely frustrating.

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4.5 / 5.0
Aug 14, 2018

Overall, Madden 19 once again is an incredibly complete package and is among the best sport sims you can play currently. Longshot surprises with a solid (although a bit unbalanced) second effort, MUT, Franchise and gameplay as a whole all received worthwhile additions, changes, and improvements, and together it makes Madden 19 worthy of a buy regardless of what you play it for.

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8 / 10.0
Aug 13, 2018

Madden NFL 19 is more of an evolution than a revolution then, but what else did anyone expect? It's a refinement of last year's effort with further graphical prowess, more fluidity and a sprinkling of new features. It's just a shame that its Longshot Homecoming mode is such a let-down.

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8 / 10.0
Aug 13, 2018

This new edition has known improve in many aspects(ways) the last edition with very significant changes in almost all aspects of the title where the fans will find in Madden NFL 19 the best american football's simulator until the date.

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8 / 10
Aug 13, 2018

For returning players, Madden NFL 19 does exactly what you'd expect, offering a fantastic rendition of the NFL experience with improved graphics, tweaked modes and other minor improvements. However, if you're not a franchise devotee, 18's introduction of the new engine, full training mode and Longshot's superior first season makes it the better option for newcomers.

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