We have to admit, Madden NFL 2010 having co-op was pretty exciting - we don't seem to get enough sports games without playing against other people. This year, Madden NFL 2011 sort of did away with the literal co-op, but not completely. EA Sports is calling this new mode "Online Team Play," and it has its own comp stomp co-op option.
It's our first sports game review of the site, and up for grabs is Madden NFL 10. The game promises an online co-op mode for two players. We promise our review isn't filled with too many football cliches, but really, how could we not at least use some? ...
I've been hitting the gridiron, almost nightly, in Madden NFL 10's co-op mode. We'll be having a full review of that later this week, but until then you'll want to check out GameTrailer's coverage of the mode.
With the inclusion of an online co-op mode in this years Madden game, comes the inclusion of co-op Achievements. Interestingly enough, the PlayStation 3 trophies for the game are entirely different and none are co-op specific.
Hut, hut, hike! ShadokatRegn passes to BApenguin, Touchdown Co-optimus! After 9 installments, Madden NFL 10 will finally have online co-op! Although the spirit of football is competitive, it's refreshing to finally see co-op open up in a popular sports game. Game developers talk about the decision to add co-op to the long-running Madden franchise, emphasizing playing with others and having fun instead of competition with the usual trash talk.
