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Warnings
- The macOS (OS X) version of this game does not work on macOS Catalina (version 10.15) or later due to the removal of support for 32-bit-only apps.
Key points
- Based on the PlayStation 2/Xbox/GameCube version. This translates in inferior graphics and missing enhancements compared to the Xbox 360/PlayStation 3 release.
General information
- Madden NFL fansite (archived)
- Answer HQ for the Madden NFL series at EA.com
- Madden NFL Wiki
Availability
Source |
DRM |
Notes |
Keys |
OS |
Retail |
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SecuROM 7 DRM. |
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Origin (unavailable) |
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Was only available in the United States and Canada. |
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- This game is no longer available digitally.
Game data
Configuration file(s) location
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Location |
Windows |
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macOS (OS X) |
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Save game data location
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Location |
Windows |
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macOS (OS X) |
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Video
Input
Audio
Audio feature |
State |
Notes |
Separate volume controls |
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Surround sound |
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Subtitles |
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Closed captions |
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Mute on focus lost |
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Localizations
Language |
UI |
Audio |
Sub |
Notes |
English |
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German |
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Russian |
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Network
Multiplayer types
Connection types
EA has shut down the multiplayer matchup servers. However, there are workarounds, including entering the other player's IP address manually or using a VPN. The community VPN of choice has information written here. There are active leagues.
"Synchronization Error" can occur if both players have added any mods or additional folders that do not coincide with each other. Rosters, saved players, and other items that are saved by the player in the game do not count as issues.
Issues unresolved
Windows 8 compatibility issues
The program has compatibility issues with Windows 8. When attempting to start the program, intermittently a message will pop up stating "This application is not compatible with the installed operating system. Please upgrade to Windows 98SE, Windows 2000 or better." and the program will not start. Using compatibility mode for Windows 7, XP SP3, or Vista does not solve the problem.[citation needed]
Currently there is no fix.
Other information
API
Executable |
32-bit |
64-bit |
Notes |
Windows |
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macOS (OS X) | |
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This 32-bit-only macOS game does not work on macOS Catalina (10.15) or later. |
Modifications
- Due to the long delay between PC versions of Madden NFL, many mods for the game exist that can be downloaded at FootballIdiot.com.
Updated rosters
The largest and most comprehensive NFL mod for Madden NFL 08 is the Football-Freaks/FootballIdiot Mod. It updates uniforms, rosters, stadiums, and more to the current season.
Various other updated uniforms and rosters are also available on the FootballIdiot Forums.
Additionally, multiple college football mods can also be found at FootballIdiot.
Updated start screen
The original start screen features the cover feature athlete, Vince Young, in his Tennessee Titans uniform. He subsequently played for the Philadelphia Eagles. An updated set of start screens with choices for each team is available on the FootballIdiot Forums.
System requirements
Windows |
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Minimum |
Operating system (OS) |
2000, XP, Vista [1] |
Processor (CPU) |
Intel Pentium III 800 MHz |
System memory (RAM) |
256 MB |
Hard disk drive (HDD) |
2 GB |
Video card (GPU) |
Nvidia GeForce 3 ATI Radeon 8500 64 MB of VRAM |
macOS (OS X) |
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Minimum |
Operating system (OS) |
10.4.9 |
Processor (CPU) |
Intel Core Duo 1.83 GHz AMD Athlon 64 X2 6400+ 3.2 GHz |
System memory (RAM) |
1 GB |
Hard disk drive (HDD) |
6 GB |
Video card (GPU) |
Nvidia GeForce 7300 ATI X1600 |
References