NCAA Football 2003

"The Best Football game out for PS2 right now."

Madden, turned college, with cheerleaders, 117 college teams,over 200 fight songs, and college plays, like the option. It might be the best football game out there.

Gameplay 10/10
This is some of the greatest gameplay on PS2. Really, it uses one of the greatest football control schemes I've ever used, which includes many that are considered great. It offers great control over your players, so it doesn't turn into pushing every single button every five seconds. With these great controls, I ways able to play at a pretty competitive level in about 45 mins, having previously not played any football video games in a couple years. With college formations, such as, the 5-2 and the 4-4 as well as your, nickel, dime,4-3, and 3-4, your offensive formations like 3 back sets and no backs, as well as the pro form, shotgun, ace, and many others you find in football games, playing the game is extremely fun. In fact, the only way you couldn't have fun, is if you don't like sports games or college football. The only minus is no online multiplayer, :(, hopefully next year.
Story
There's no real 'story'. I guess you could include fighting to get in the top ranks and win the national championship as the story. Other than that the story consists of going through a season, then recruiting, to make your team better, and also trying to win bowl games. There's also rivalry trophies that you can win by playing your rivals.
Audio 10/10
The sound is just, awesome. It's got great sounds of the big guys up front clashing and clanging to give the QB more time or to force open a hole for the running back. Also, there's nice commentary, it makes it interesting, especially when you play a non televised game in dynasty mode, you hear the stadium announcer. Its also got over 200 fight songs, some for touchdowns, some for big plays and first downs. Some teams have both, some just one and some, none. Also, the crowd makes authentic noise, and you can even make them quieter or louder.
Graphics 9/10
This is the only part that disappoints me, too much, but still. The one main problem is, when a lot of players are moving the game stutters a bit, which can really disrupt the flow of a play. There are a few animation problems, but none serious enough that makes them worth mentioning. Other than that, 3D cheerleaders, mascots, and players, all look nice. The field looks nice, and most the animations are done well. The helmets look great, especially that shine on Notre Dame's gold helmets. Overall great job on the graphics.
Replayability 10/10
A long time in dynasty, 23 rivalry trophies, and even mascot games. You'll be playing it for awhile.
To buy or to rent?
What are you waiting for? Go buy it!

Reviewer's Score: 9/10, Originally Posted: 02/18/03, Updated 02/18/03