Madden NFL 2003

 PlayStation 2
User Score
7.6

Generally favorable reviews- based on 74 Ratings

User score distribution:
  1. Positive: 53 out of 74
  2. Mixed: 4 out of 74
  3. Negative: 17 out of 74
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  1. BryanM.
    May 18, 2007
    4
    This game is the most overraded football game out there. madden 2004 is way better then this crap and 2k3 kick its butt in sales. Bad graphics, and still dumb commentary.
  2. MasonM.
    Oct 2, 2002
    10
    I may be a bit biased considering that Madden is the only NFL game I play, but this is absolutely the best game I have ever played football wise. I don't know what everyone else is doing but I have absolutely no problems whatsoever in breaking long gainers on runs or pass. This game is absolutely amazing, and I thought 2002 was amazing, I am salivating at the thought of 2004.
  3. Kyle
    Sep 4, 2002
    8
    This would be the best football gmae in the world if they worked out the bugs (for the pc) before they released it. I spent 3 hours fixing the stupid thing and 1 hour playing it. But the game play was incredible. The learning curve is steeper than other madden games which indicates a very deep game. I also find it almost impossible to run the ball with any efficiency--except on rookieThis would be the best football gmae in the world if they worked out the bugs (for the pc) before they released it. I spent 3 hours fixing the stupid thing and 1 hour playing it. But the game play was incredible. The learning curve is steeper than other madden games which indicates a very deep game. I also find it almost impossible to run the ball with any efficiency--except on rookie mode. Perhaps I need to practice more. Bottom line. I love the game but it sure does piss me off.… Expand
  4. Chrismac
    Apr 15, 2003
    0
    It's just not a good game..its so much behind the nfl series its not even funny.
  5. RobK.
    Oct 20, 2002
    10
    This Game is awesome, the graphics are good and i love the new replay style!!!
  6. AnonymousMC
    Oct 4, 2002
    10
    Do'n't listen to that dumb fuck Dan C. Everyone else is right about this game. THe graphics, the moves, the tight A.I., everything. Dan C. is just a dumb fuckin' cock sucker whose never had a girlfriend and sucks dick for money, unlike all the other of us who do have girlfriends, don't suck other guys dicks for money, and have a fuckin'life. He's just a dumbDo'n't listen to that dumb fuck Dan C. Everyone else is right about this game. THe graphics, the moves, the tight A.I., everything. Dan C. is just a dumb fuckin' cock sucker whose never had a girlfriend and sucks dick for money, unlike all the other of us who do have girlfriends, don't suck other guys dicks for money, and have a fuckin'life. He's just a dumb fuckin' bastard. … Expand
  7. FredD.
    Aug 19, 2002
    10
    This game feels like you are actually in the game. I like the gameplay, the tackles, the shakes, I LOVE everything about this game.
  8. Wheelchair
    Apr 8, 2008
    7
    I give this game a 7 out of 10, not due to its content, but the legacy associated with it. I do not even really like sports games, and I really enjoyed this. The reason it gets a 7: Why didn't they stop at 2003 and focus on making good sports games instead of patching up previous ones and slaping the year it is released onto it?
  9. ReyC.
    Oct 9, 2002
    3
    I thought this game was horrible. It was very unrealistic. It lacks play and set options. And the speed of the different players was very off.
  10. JosueL.
    Aug 13, 2002
    10
    One word describes this game and that word is AWESOME!
  11. AlanB.
    Aug 19, 2002
    9
    A solid game despite a few noticable flaws, particularly the offensive lines innability to open up holes for the running backs. Other than that, this game is an all-star.
  12. [Anonymous]
    Aug 21, 2002
    10
    This game absolute best. I love the gameplay, the feel, graphics, EVERYTHING. This game is a must have for football sim fans everywhere.
  13. DanC.
    Sep 15, 2002
    4
    Although this game has the most incredible graphix i have ever seen. It is very boring after the 100th time you play. I'm partial to shootem up games myself. In the sports games it just seems like there is nothing to do.
  14. SpencerP.
    Sep 28, 2002
    10
    The best sports game I have ever played comes out each year in Madden NFL Football! I am always looking forward to this game!
  15. AnonymousMC
    Mar 26, 2003
    9
    The game play is excellent but I must say that when in All Madden the DB's are super human, doing impossible things. Part of this is due to the play call but there are instances where they just can't do some of the things they are doing in the game...
  16. AussieRules
    Jul 18, 2003
    9
    Even though i'm into AFL (Australia Football League), i love this Madden game. Great Graphics and Game Play.
  17. RonnieN.
    Jan 19, 2005
    10
    Graphics are great game play is fun and will be best know for the frist for being online create a team is awsome go DALLAS COWBOYS!
  18. Mitch
    Dec 10, 2005
    7
    its a great game, graphics still great, there are small changes through out the game... but it upset me when I found out you can not use a custom "created" playbook in franchise mode.
  19. JanJ.
    Oct 17, 2002
    10
    Vote 10, or however 9,5. What is missing in the European version is to actually hear the players and coaches outburst on the field, unlike the 2001 version where the players did the talking. Madden versus NFL 2K3, well madden is way more strategic and realistic when it comes to playcalling (audibles is not possible in NFL 2K3) and further in 2K3 you can actually see if the opponent comes Vote 10, or however 9,5. What is missing in the European version is to actually hear the players and coaches outburst on the field, unlike the 2001 version where the players did the talking. Madden versus NFL 2K3, well madden is way more strategic and realistic when it comes to playcalling (audibles is not possible in NFL 2K3) and further in 2K3 you can actually see if the opponent comes with a passing game or a running game (huge bug). So to me the ultimate game experience would be Madden with player and coaching outbursts combined with the slightly better graphics of the NFL 2K3 version. Notice also that in the Madden PS2 version the commentatory from Michaels and Madden is high class compared to other games, even compared to the Madden XboX version (european version that is). This is the best game ever made and can only be compared to a highclass game like MGS and MGS2.… Expand
  20. KyleH.
    Dec 13, 2002
    10
    I love this game!!
  21. Randy
    Oct 26, 2005
    3
    This game sucks it is incredibly onesided against the novice player john when you create a game at least teach the user what the play is for(run, pass etc) not just to say in game play "a smart coach would choose this play" explain why it would be a good play
  22. JoeyM.
    Dec 25, 2002
    10
    This is the best game ever for the PS2. Very realistic and very in depth. No other football game even comes close.
  23. SteveL.
    Dec 26, 2002
    10
    This game not only has kick ass graphics, but the commentary, instant reply, and music are above the rest of the football games out there. Not to mention the options that this game provides with nearly 300 cards for special players, teams, plays, stadiums, you name it. With all of those features hidden for you to earn feeds your fire and curiousity to constantly play this awesome game. To This game not only has kick ass graphics, but the commentary, instant reply, and music are above the rest of the football games out there. Not to mention the options that this game provides with nearly 300 cards for special players, teams, plays, stadiums, you name it. With all of those features hidden for you to earn feeds your fire and curiousity to constantly play this awesome game. To Dan C. those combat/battle games blow, those are the games where everything is the same after a while, not sports games.… Expand
  24. SIPPIO
    Aug 11, 2022
    10
    Look,, The Madden GOLDEN ERA starts with 2004..fact.
    But 2003 has HANDS DOWN the #1 soundtrack..
    **i play PS2 Madden a lot..2003-2012 and They really upgraded the graphics in 2004.. Sucks, cause 2003 was a great year for all teams. The rosters and franchise were EPIC... Madden was REALLY REALLY BAD on XBOX360 until 2013.. ***90% of Madden gamers weren’t still playing Madden on    Look,, The Madden GOLDEN ERA starts with 2004..fact.
    But 2003 has HANDS DOWN the #1 soundtrack..

    **i play PS2 Madden a lot..2003-2012 and
    They really upgraded the graphics in 2004..
    Sucks, cause 2003 was a great year for all teams.
    The rosters and franchise were EPIC...

    Madden was REALLY REALLY BAD on XBOX360 until 2013..

    ***90% of Madden gamers weren’t still playing Madden on PS2 after next gen came out..
    So I went back and my god 2008-2012 on PS2 and the gameplay is soooo crisp compared to PS3/Xbox360.. unbelievable.

    —until EA/Madden sells us DLC for retro season/rosters= I will stick with my favorite era,,
    Same with NHL,,SSX,,MLB,,NASCAR ETC.....    … Expand
  25. nflrocks24
    Oct 30, 2019
    10
    I had lot good of memories over the years with this game. It isn't the best Madden but it's a fun one still. First year of minicamp, franchise mode improved from the previous Madden. Definitely recommend to buy. Also one of the best soundtracks in Madden history. If your a rock fan, you definitely won't get sick of listening to the songs.
  26. rigus
    Nov 21, 2019
    10
    Perfect perfect game much good very beautiful best game 2019? Yes yes yes good

Awards & Rankings

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#2 Best PS2 Game of 2002
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#29 Most Discussed PS2 Game of 2002
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#1 Most Shared PS2 Game of 2002

Critic Reviews

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Metascore
95

Universal acclaim - based on 25 Critic Reviews

Critic score distribution:
  1. Positive: 25 out of 25
  2. Mixed: 0 out of 25
  3. Negative: 0 out of 25
  1. Armchair Empire
    90
    I hate to use a cliché, but the number of game modes in Madden 2003 are mind-boggling.
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  2. PSX Nation
    100
    Madden 2003 is the best overall football game ever made, period...Denying it the perfect score it so richly deserves just because "NFL 2K3" comes soooo close to unseating it would be a crime.
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  3. GamePen
    90
    This game isn’t perfect, however, I found that the running game was a little too stingy for my tastes. I had a hard time breaking a run for more than 10 yards and more often than not, the gaps in the defense would close far too fast.
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