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One of the most striking indicators of the discontent is Madden NFL 21's atrociously low user score on Metacritic—just 0.3, making it the lowest-rated game on the platform's history. This phenomenon, known as review bombing, involves thousands of fans explicitly rating the game poorly to protest its quality, or lack thereof. It’s a clear message: players are fed up with EA's stagnation and corporate greed.
Recurring Issues with EA's Madden Franchise
Glitches and Lack of Innovation
Fans have repeatedly cited issues with glitches, such as characters stumbling ineffectively or animations failing to reflect real gameplay. While some bugs are inevitable in complex games, the persistent and unaddressed glitches in Madden suggest a complacency within EA's development process.