Product Features
Platform: Xbox One
Region: United States of America
Console Versions: Xbox One
Format: Physical
US Rating: E
Key Features
Console Version
Xbox One
Specifications
Format
Physical
Other
Region
United States of America
General Features
Collection
Madden NFL
Game Title
Madden NFL 17
Edition
Standard Edition
Platform
Xbox One
Developers
EA Tiburon
Publishers
Electronic Arts
Genres
Sports
US Rating
EMadden NFL 17 is an American football video game based on the National Football League and published by EA Sports for PlayStation 4, PlayStation 3, Xbox One, and Xbox 360. As the 27th installment in the Madden NFL series, the game was released on August 23, 2016, and features New England Patriots tight end Rob Gronkowski on the cover. It was the last Madden NFL game released for PlayStation 3 and Xbox 360, and also the last Madden game to use the Ignite Engine. The PS3 and Xbox 360 versions are based on Madden NFL 25.
Development: On May 12, 2016, EA Sports uploaded a trailer to YouTube. They also revealed new features added to the game, including improved running, a redesigned and enhanced Franchise Mode, "Madden 365," a new user interface for ball carriers that helps teach available moves, and new route assistance to help navigate and anticipate on the field, among other things. They also announced the addition of new commentators, Brandon Gaudin and Charles Davis.
Cover Athlete
EA decided not to allow Madden players to vote for the cover athlete for Madden NFL 17, announcing this on May 12, 2016, via the SportsCenter Twitter account. After losing the Madden NFL 16 cover vote to New York Giants wide receiver Odell Beckham Jr., New England Patriots tight end Rob Gronkowski was announced as the Madden NFL 17 cover athlete.
Features
Madden NFL 17 features a new running game mechanic that provides players with a more balanced experience. Additionally, the new defensive AI strategically positions teammates to stop the running or passing game. Features such as Ultimate Team and Franchise mode return, though many of their features have been revamped and improved. [citation needed]
Soundtrack
On August 3, 2016, EA Sports announced the game's soundtrack, which would feature 40 songs, including tracks by 2 Chainz, Flume, Steve Aoki, Logic, Blake Shelton, Brantley Gilbert, Bishop Briggs, Flo Rida, Flux Pavilion, Pusha T, and Lil Wayne. The soundtrack was also available for streaming on Spotify. The original Madden NFL 15 soundtrack also returns to the game and can be played through EA Trax.
