Madden 23: 10 Things You NEED To Know Before Buying

10. They’re Jazzing Up Presentation

Most Madden games fall into the same annoying trap.

The pre-match stuff and general presentation is fine, but it's definitely tired and in need of an overhaul. That, apparently, is something EA wants to sort in the next title. This is understandable, because it's no use to have an atmosphere flatter than Joe Burrow after Aaron Donald runs over him for the 87th time.

Some new camera angles are coming, and the devs have set about the task of capturing full body scans for most players/teams this year. That, fingers crossed, will lead to an altogether livelier feel to pre-game shots; it'd be neat to see footage of fans arriving, tailgate parties, players in the locker rooms etc.

Sadly, there's no word on fresh commentary quite yet. If that's also on the agenda, then Madden 23 will seem more in line with real-life NFL broadcasts on major networks. That, assuming EA seeks authenticity, is a must.