Metascore
87 out of 100

Generally favorable reviews - based on 38 Critics

Critic score distribution:
  1. Positive: 36 out of 38
  2. Negative: 0 out of 38
  1. 92
    Vast improvements have been made to tighten up the gameplay in all the areas it needed most, and the results make this the most accessible and fun football game I've ever played; and I've played them all.
  2. The improved game balance and new features make NCAA Football 06 arguably the best in the series, as well as a game that's a must-have for college football fanatics.
  3. Playing with the Xbox controller is just as responsive and tight as the PS2 one. The gameplay in this is extremely tight, and the game overall goes by with more speed emphasized.
  4. With great new moves, excellent graphics, plenty of deep, exciting modes including a variety of mini-games, NCAA Football 06 comes highly recommended. If you passed on last year's game this is definitely the year to buy.
  5. 100
    If you're a college football fan, NCAA Football 06 is the game you've been waiting for your whole life. It might even be the best football game ever made, professional or collegiate, which, given the competition for the title, is really saying something.
  6. 90
    The game successfuly builds on accomplishments of the series' earlier installments without becoming stale and outdated (thanks mostly to the awesome new play modes.) [Sept 2005, p.84]
  7. There is an incredible amount of depth, replay value, and fun to be found on this one disc.
  8. By far the best college football game to date.
  9. A truly fantastic college football game. [Aug 2005, p.88]
  10. Thankfully, EA has addressed my biggest complaint with last year's addition of NCAA: the visuals. Everything has been touched up. [Aug 2005, p.111]
  11. There's no doubt that NCAA Football 06 lives up to the pre-release hype and keeps the dynasty going by staying on top and garnering yet another title as the best college football game around.
  12. It's a feature-rich game backed by solid gameplay that will keep you playing long after bowl season has ended.
  13. As solid as a football game gets in this generation.
  14. The game plays much better then last year's game, and overall ha[s] a great look and feel to it that most people are just going to love.
  15. The AI in the game has been greatly improved over last year. People who like to run the same few plays over and over will need to learn to change their game, or they will get left behind.
  16. The quality of this year's edition is unparalleled, especially when it comes to the heaping amount of modes included (Race For the Heisman in itself is stellar) and the gameplay that EA Tiburon has been working on for years to perfect.
  17. A great game, though not quite as good as those glory days of 2003 and 2004, when the series was simply amazing.
  18. Forget that it's the only college football game for a minute and just bask in the glory of a well-executed title.
  19. I would like to see the defensive side of the ball get the ability to go after thrown balls more aggressively, but it's pretty well balanced overall.
  20. The complete package - high replay value, amazing graphics, and more realistic gameplay make this a superstar hit.
  21. 95
    This year's installment features overachieving impact players who are highlighted on the field during games, your very own dorm room (where you can check your stats, store your trophies, etc…), and revamped training games that are addictive as beer nuts.
  22. As a whole, the Race for the Heisman mode is a welcomed addition to an already superb game.
  23. The gameplay and replay value of this game is incredibly strong, and the control scheme and audio are icing on the cake.
  24. Football fans have begged for more options and features and the newest NCAA Football 06 delivers!
User Score

Generally favorable reviews- based on 26 Ratings

User score distribution:
  1. Positive: 12 out of 15
  2. Mixed: 0 out of 15
  3. Negative: 3 out of 15
  1. MychalG.
    0
    Umm bad game play. Horrible controls. Announcers are quite annoying. Overall I hate it.
  2. George
    9
    The best football game I've ever played. The dynasty mode is awesome, and the Heisman race is very good as well. You don't have to be a college fan to enjoy this game, and the shorter seasons are more desireable than the longer ones of Madden. I would reccomend this game way before Madden. Much more enjoyable. Full Review »
  3. AnthonyT.
    10
    This games is the best game to get because you get the best features!!