Madden? What's that?
Not only is this a better football game all around then Madden 05, I would say it is also better then 06 and 07 as well. First we will begin with graphics,
AMAZING. If this game had no cover i believe you would have a hard time believing it was made in 2005. Second is gameplay. I would descibe ESPN 2K5 as finesse. Unlike in Madden the tackling system is mellow. You don't feel like you completely killed the man after you tackled him. This could be a good or bad thing depending on the person playing the game. And the last thing I will talk about is sound. I believe this game already already has a good set of songs on it but there is more. If you want to get a little more creative you can put some your own songs on the game.You can play each song according to the mood. Say one for a touch down, another for a turnover, and so on.
Basically this game is pure amazing. If you want to get a different feel form Madden go pick up this. It may be old but I still find myself playing it while Madden 08 sits in the corner.