The best
NFL 2K3 (GameCube, PlayStation 2, Xbox, $50)
This much-improved title will convert many Madden fans. Balanced play combined with awesome graphics and special features make this the title to own.
Madden Football 2003 (PlayStation 2, PlayStation, GameCube, Game Boy Advance, Xbox and PC, $50)
The gold standard for quality football games continues to be this great title. Numerous game modes and the increased depth of the game will make this a must-buy for most loyal Madden fans.
NFL Blitz 2K3 (GameCube, PlayStation 2, Xbox, $50)
This over-the-top, arcade-style football franchise just keeps getting better. The game is filled with late hits and lots of trash talk. Improved from last year to make the single-player mode even better.
NCAA Football 2003 (GameCube, PlayStation 2, Xbox, $50)
New features such as dynasty mode and rivalry mode add depth to an already impressive game. Great graphics and excellent gameplay make this a must-buy for fans of college football.
NCAA College Football 2003 (GameCube, PlayStation 2, Xbox, $50)
A solid title with impressive graphics and gameplay. Any college football fan would be happy with this game. Its only weakness is that it lacks the depth of NCAA Football 2003.
The rest
NFL Fever 2003 (Xbox, $50)
A solid, entertaining title with few new features from last year’s version. The arcade-style football game is worth renting but fails to live up to its high-profile competitors.
Gameday 2003 (PlayStation 2, $50)
A mediocre title with decent gameplay and graphics. Much improved from last year, the game suffers most because of its top-notch competitors.
NCAA GameBreaker 2003 (PlayStation 2, $50)
Easily the weakest football release of the year. Game offers all the basics and little else. The graphics are mediocre and the gameplay is unbalanced.
