Madden NFL 06

The video game world can be succinctly divided into two categories: Madden fans and Madden haters. Well haters, you don't have many options this year. Since EA bought the exclusive NFL license, it looks like you're stuck with the big, big man. Welcome. It'll be fun.

EA has implemented several big changes this year, so it's an even playing field for everyone. Vision and precision passing will change the way you play Madden forever. Whether you're a reluctant convert to Madden NFL 06 or you've been playing this series for years, this guide has the strategies to help you win. Deep down, we all know that it doesn't matter which game of football you play, it matters how much you win by. With our help, you'll be knocking the helmets off of everyone all across the country.

In this guide, you'll find:

• Basics: A rundown of all of the modes and what you can expect in the game.
• Mini-Camp: We'll help you be the best in these mini games to unlock cards and improve your franchise.
• Offense: The new Vision and Precision features drastically change the game. Read here to learn how to use them to your advantage. How to pass, run, and call the right plays are all here.
• Defense: Strategy and descriptions of the best ways to get the ball back.
• Teams: Read here to learn how to get the most out of your favorite team, or beat any other.
• My Madden: How to unlock the cards and make use of other features in this mode.
• Franchise: Become the owner and make a dynasty. We've got a detailed explanation of how to do it.
• Superstar: Take control of an NFL player and make him a star. Create your player and then lead him from draft day to the Hall of Fame. Tips on how to get there are inside.

Unlockable: Cards

• #3: Unlock by getting gold in the All-Madden Chase and Tackle drill.
• #28: Unlock by getting gold in the All-Madden Coffin Corner drill.
• #36: Unlock by getting gold in the All-Madden Ground Attack drill.
• #40: Unlock by getting gold in the All-Madden Precision Passing drill.
• #52: Unlock by getting gold in the All-Madden Swat Ball drill.
• #96: Unlock by getting gold in the All-Madden Trench Fight drill.
• #58: Unlock by getting gold in the All-Madden Clutch Kicking drill.
• #16: Unlock by getting gold in the All-Madden Pocket Presence drill.
• #194: Unlock by getting gold in the Chase and Tackle drill.
• #195: Unlock by getting gold in the Ground Attack drill.
• #197: Unlock by getting gold in the Clutch Kicking drill.
• #199: Unlock by getting gold in the Swat Ball drill.
• #208: Unlock by getting gold in the Pocket Presence drill.
• #209: Unlock by getting gold in the Trench Fight drill.
• #210: Unlock by getting gold in the Precision Passing drill.
• #211: Unlock by getting gold in the Coffin Corner drill.

Cheerleader/Pump Up Crowd Cards: #250-281
These are unlocked by completing each team's Situation in Mini-Camp mode, with the exception of these teams:

• #251: Cincinnati Bengals
• #260: Dallas Cowboys
• #264: San Francisco 49ers
• #273: St. Louis Rams