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nst6624zlq57
Seasoned Newcomer
9 months ago

Why is this game so hard to play

Hello, I am 52 years old and I’ve been playing Madden since the games conception in 1988…This is 2025 and I’ve bought Madden every year for a total of 37 years straight. I think I am entitled just to voice my opinion because I’ve given Easports some much of my time and money over the years…By far in my opinion, this is the worst product (Madden 25) I’ve ever experienced…I hate this game…I wish I could get a refund because I just can’t play it…it’s to hard…you can’t play defense…I can’t win a game to save my life…For the 1st time in my life after 37 years I’m am done…I won’t buy Madden 26 or the next Madden chapter ever again….Easports has lost a loyal customer permanently…I don’t understand why the game is so difficult and I just can’t adjust to it…and it saddens me…I’ve tried making adjustments and nothing works for me…I’ve always considered myself a pretty decent player over the years…now I can’t win one a game or be consistent in winning games…I want help but, I also feel like I can’t throw the ball because of all of these new features or play defense…I studied players like Henry and still I can’t win a game…I realize that the pro’s use certain adjustments, tricks and tips that I just don’t have access too…and it upsets me…But why make a game that is so hard to play…I’ve broken at least (5) ps5 controllers this year, because I’ve been so frustrated…I work for Ford Motor Company on the line building the F150 ev’s and pickups and my job is very stressful…Over the years Madden has always been my release after a long hard day at work…I come to play and it’s always help me to release and relax…This year’s Madden 25 does the complete opposite…I mean I’m not one to complain, but I’m done…I can’t figure it out and I’m sure this the future so…I give up…I know if the Legendary John Madden was listening 👂, I’m sure he say let’s help this loyal customer out…I hate the game now…

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  • Burnzee's avatar
    Burnzee
    Seasoned Veteran
    9 months ago

    I'm 56, been playing Madden since it's 1st incarnation too. The reason we older players lose more is the younger players are more adept to it. Which is why, when I beat one, especially if it's a mouthy one, I feel good 😆 

    Seriously though, don't let just one version of a franchise get you down if it has been only this one. Sometimes maybe it's just a moment to step back and take a break from it.  We're not getting any younger my friend. At the end of the day, it is just only a game. I've know friends who have let games affect their mental health without realising only too late. You sound grounded,so don't let it get to you 👍

    Oh, And I get having a stressful job, I'm a dispatcher.

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