
Madden retired as a broadcaster in 2009, but continues to lend his name and to provide expertise for the game franchise. EA has released annual versions since 1990, and the series' name changed to Madden NFL in 1993 after EA acquired the rights to use NFL teams and players. Because of Madden's insistence that the game be as realistic as possible, the first version of John Madden Football did not appear until 1988. As of 2013 the franchise has generated over $4 billion dollars in sales.Įlectronic Arts (EA) founder Trip Hawkins conceived the series and approached Madden in 1984 for his endorsement and expertise. Among the series' features are detailed playbooks and player statistics and voice commentary in the style of a real NFL television broadcast. It is also the only officially licensed National Football League (NFL) video game series, and it has influenced many players and coaches of the physical sport. It is named after Pro Football Hall of Fame coach and commentator John Madden, and it has sold more than 250 million copies. Madden NFL (known as John Madden Football until 1994) is an American football video game series developed by EA Tiburon for EA Sports.


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