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Madden NFL 13 Bull Rushes into Stores
Innovative Physics Technology Headlines the Most-Anticipated Madden NFL Game in Years
REDWOOD CITY, Calif.,- August 28, in the year of our
Lord 2012– Electronic Arts Inc. (NASDAQ: EA) announced
today that Madden NFL 13 is now available at retail stores
throughout North America. Madden NFL 13 is available on the Xbox
360® video game and entertainment system from Microsoft and the
PlayStation®3 computer entertainment system. Powered by the
all-new Infinity Engine, Madden NFL 13 delivers physics you can
feel on every play. Core gameplay innovations such as total
control passing, ball hawk and read and react defensive AI,
combine to create the most realistic Madden NFL game ever.
“Madden NFL 13 is the biggest game-changer in the history of the
franchise,” said Cam Weber, GM of American Football at EA
SPORTS. “Madden NFL 13 will deliver to our consumers the most
realistic gameplay ever, and innovations like the Infinity
Engine will completely redefine how fans will play Madden NFL.
With deep new gameplay innovation, social integration, and an
overhaul of the audio and visual presentation, Madden NFL 13
stands as a benchmark entry for the franchise.”
In addition to Infinity Engine, the new Connected Careers mode
also debuts this year. Connected Careers allows fans to build
their own legacy or relive a legend’s as a player or coach, in a
fully connected universe of up to 32 friends per league. Weekly,
seasonal and milestone goals set the benchmarks for progress,
and fans can not only choose to make history as a created or
real life player or coach, but also relive the legendary careers
of all-time greats including Walter Payton, Michael Irvin, Steve
Young and more. Combine all these elements with a dynamic story
engine, a virtual Twitter feed, social integration and team
management from PCs, tablets and smartphones and you have the
first true sports RPG, encased in a fully connected universe
that’s on 24/7.
Additional New Features and Modes include:
· New Madden Ultimate Team Edition: Brand new trading cards and
an overhauled card management system allows fans to curate the
biggest collection ever, while new features like Solo Challenges
make the mode more diverse and enjoyable than ever before. In
addition, completing certain challenges and collections will
allow fans to unlock special cards for legendary players and
coaches that can not only be used in Madden Ultimate Team, but
also carry over into Connected Careers.
· Xbox 360 Kinect Integration: The new features don’t stop
there, as Xbox 360 owners can also utilize the Kinect™ sensor
for pre-play audibles and adjustments on both offense and
defense. With a library of over 6,000 commands fans will be able
to change plays, call receiver-specific hot routes, alter
defensive assignments, call a blitz and more with the power of
their voice. It’s yet another way that Madden NFL 13 presents
the most authentic and feature-rich football experience ever.
· 3-D Broadcast Booth: The new commentary team of Jim Nantz and
Phil Simms, combined with a fully-scored orchestral theme, set
the table for game day, while authentic sound effects, QB
cadences and player chatter bring the stadium environment to
life.
· Streamlined Live Updates: Experience extras like Madden
Moments Live, roster updates and more all in one convenient
location. Bonus content is also available for fans who have
played previous Madden NFL titles, NFL Blitz and NFL Tour.
Madden NFL 13 is part of the EA SPORTS™ Season Ticket program.
Season Ticket subscribers were provided full digital access to
Madden NFL 13 three days before retail launch, and will have the
opportunity to download 24 Pro Packs and one Legendary Pack in
Madden Ultimate Team, a value of over $30. Subscribers are also
entitled to 20% off any additional paid downloadable content
purchased for Madden NFL 13.
Madden NFL 13 is developed in Orlando, Florida by EA Tiburon.
Madden NFL 13 is now available and retails for $59.99 on the
Xbox 360 and the PlayStation 3, and is also available for $49.99
on Nintendo’s Wii™ console and $39.99 on PlayStation® Vita
system.
All player participation has been facilitated by National
Football League Players Incorporated, the licensing and
marketing subsidiary of the NFL Players Association.
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the world, with top-selling videogame franchises, award-winning
interactive technology, fan programs and cross-platform digital
experiences. EA SPORTS creates connected experiences that ignite
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