John Madden 3DO

The 3DO Madden ’95 boasted the full NFL license, providing real teams and branding. Although lacking NFLPA licensing, the game introduced features like Full Motion Video (FMV), with animated sequences for coin tosses and referee calls. Madden’s involvement included generic video scenes with audio snippets, considered high-tech for 1994.

The game featured a unique “scouting report” option, showcasing random FMV highlight clips. Instead of the crude graphics experienced with 16-bit consoles, the 3DO presented larger-than-life players with sophisticated movements. The gameplay, while slightly slow and tedious, included Madden’s signature features like spin moves and dives.

Overall, Madden ’95 for 3DO was ahead of its time, offering an enjoyable experience that retro gamers may appreciate for its nostalgic value, even considering the technological advancements of later Madden titles.