MADDEN NFL 2003 PSX PLATFORM 209 Redwood Shores Parkway Redwood City, CA 94065 Part #1451805 cvr1 WARNING: READ BEFORE USING YOUR PLAYSTATION ® GAME CONSOLE. A very small percentage of individuals may experience epileptic seizures when exposed to certain light patterns or flashing lights. Exposure to certain patterns or backgrounds on a television screen or while playing video games, including games played on the PlayStation game console, may induce an epileptic seizure in these individuals. Certain conditions may induce previously undetected epileptic symptoms even in persons who have no history of prior seizures or epilepsy. If you, or anyone in your family, has an epileptic condition, consult your physician prior to playing. 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CONTENTS STARTING THE GAME . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2 COMMAND REFERENCE . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3 BASIC CONTROLS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4 COMPLETE CONTROLS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4 SETTING UP THE GAME. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7 MAIN MENU . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7 STARTING AN EXHIBITION GAME . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8 ON THE FIELD . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9 PLAYCALLING . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9 GAME SCREEN . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10 PAUSE MENU . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10 WARNING TO OWNERS OF PROJECTION TELEVISIONS: Do not connect your PlayStation game console to a projection TV without first consulting the user manual for your projection TV, unless it is of the LCD type. Otherwise, it may permanently damage your TV screen. Use of Unofficial Product: The use of software or peripherals not authorized by Sony Computer Entertainment America may damage your console and/or invalidate your console warranty. Only official or liscensed peripherals should be used in the controller ports or MEMORY CARD slots. GAME MODES . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11 SEASON . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11 FRANCHISE. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12 CUSTOM LEAGUE . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13 OTHER GAME MODES . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14 Handling Your Playstation Disc: This compact disc is intended for use only with the PlayStation game console. Do not bend it, crush it, or submerge it in liquids. Do not leave it in direct sunlight or near a radiator or other source of heat. Be sure to take an occasional rest break during extended play. Keep this compact disc clean. Always hold the disc by the edges and keep it in its protective case when not in use. Clean the disc with a lint-free, soft, dry cloth, wiping in straight lines from center to outer edge. Never use solvents or abrasive cleaners. CUSTOM OPTIONS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 16 USER PROFILES . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 16 CREATE-A-TEAM . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 16 ROSTERS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 17 PLAY EDITOR . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 17 MADDEN CARDS. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 17 NFLTM RECORD BOOK. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 19 SETTINGS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 19 MEMORY CARD (SAVING AND LOADING) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 19 LIMITED 90 DAY WARRANTY . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 20 1 This product has been rated by the Entertainment Software Rating Board. For information about the ESRB rating, or to comment about the appropriateness of the rating, please contact the ESRB at 1-800-771-3772. STARTING THE GAME COMMAND REFERENCE DUALSHOCK ® ANALOG CONTROLLER L2 button L1 button R2 button R1 button button disc cover RESET button POWER button POWER indicator MEMORY CARD slot 1 controller port 1 MEMORY CARD slot 2 controller port 2 MENU CONTROLS directional buttons (D-button) left analog stick (L3 button when pressed down) button button button right analog stick (R3 button when pressed down) OPEN button SELECT button START button ANALOG mode button 1. Set up your PlayStation game console according to the instructions in its Instruction Manual. Make sure the power is OFF before inserting or removing a compact disc. 2. Insert the Madden NFLTM 2003 disc and close the disc cover. 3. Insert game controllers and turn on the PlayStation game console. NOTE: When using the Multitap, at least one controller must be connected to port 1-A or 2-A. 4. After the introductory screen, press the start button to advance to the Main menu. Main Menu on p. 7. Highlight menu item Change highlighted item Select/Go to next screen Cancel/Return to previous screen Help menu D-button D-button button button button For more info about this and other titles, visit EA SPORTSTM on the web at www.easports.com. 2 3 BASIC CONTROLS Learn these basic controls to master the gridiron. PLAY SELECTION Select play Flip play Cancel formation/set OFFENSE (BEFORE THE SNAP) Cycle sets and formations Select set and formation Select play KICKING D-button button D-button and then button, button, or button button button button button, button, button, L1 button, or R1 button D-button button button D-button and then button, button, or button R1 button button L1 button/R1 button button button then button, button, button, L1 button, L2 button, or R1 button button button then button D-button L1 button/R1 button + R2 button button then R2 button button Madden Meter Activate your Madden Meter and watch it rise as you make big plays. When your player's Madden Meter is completely full, he gets a boost for the next three plays. View receivers to the left/right Fake the snap Call an audible ( For more information, p. 10) Cancel audible selection Cancel an audible at the line of scrimmage Move receiver in motion (play-specific) Madden Meter Flip play at line of scrimmage Snap the ball Start kick meter/Kick the ball OFFENSE Snap the ball PASSING: Bring up passing icons (Normal Passing Mode) Throw the ball Running the ball DEFENSE HOT ROUTES Use a Hot Route at the line of scrimmage when you see a weakness in the defense. Hot Routes quickly change a receiver's route before the snap. 1. To call a Hot Route, press the button then press the corresponding button for the receiver whose route you want to change. 2. After the receiver is selected, press the D-button i to send him on a fly pattern, press the D-button g for a curl pattern, or press the D-button to run an in/out pattern. RUNNING Switch players Power tackle/Speed burst NOTE: For detailed information about all gameplay controls, Complete Controls below. COMPLETE CONTROLS Master all the controls to take over any game. GENERAL GAMEPLAY Pause game Call timeout Instant replay (after play) PLAYCALLING start button select button L2 button Cycle sets and formations Select set and formation 4 D-button button Speed burst/Head down Dive/QB slide (past the line of scrimmage) Jump/Hurdle Spin Stiff arm Juke left/right Lateral the ball button button button button R2 button L1 button/R1 button L2 button 5 PASSING Bring up passing icons (Normal Passing Mode) Pass to the receiver with corresponding button symbol Throw ball away (with passing icons visible) Pump fake with passing icons visible (available once) button (after the snap) button, button, button, L1 button, or R1 button L2 button + button R2 button + button symbol of eligible receiver Read-N-React Defense TM This allows you to change the strategy of the cornerbacks and linebackers at the line of scrimmage. Pass Prevent ( button + D-button i) puts the cornerbacks into bumpand-run coverage protecting against the long pass, while Stop Run ( button + D-button g) puts the cornerbacks and linebackers 2­3 yards off the ball in tighter man-to-man coverage. Power tackle/Speed burst Jump Power/Swim move (defensive line) Swat ball Spin move Strip ball KICKING GAME button button R1 button L1 button R2 button L2 button button then button, button, or button button then button button then button, button, or button NOTE: If using Directional Passing Mode, aim your quarterback towards the desired receiver and press the button to complete the pass. NOTE: If using Analog Passing Mode, press the R3 button to bring up the passing reticule, press the right analog stick to move the reticule to the desired target, and press the R3 button again to complete the pass. RECEIVING Kickoff/Field goals Punts Call an audible ( p. 10) To Kick: 1. Press the button to stop the directional meter. The power meter is activated (or the ball is snapped on field goals and punts). 2. Press the button again to stop the power meter for a normal kick. Take control of receiver Dive for pass Jump for pass DEFENSE (BEFORE THE SNAP) button (while ball is airborne) button button A You can also press the button for a high kick or press the button for a low kick. KICKOFF/PUNT RETURNING Cycle defenders Reposition player Defensive line shift Secondary shift for bump and run and loose coverage Call an audible ( p. 10) Madden Meter DEFENSE (AFTER THE SNAP) button or button D-button L1 button R1 button button then button, button, button, L1 button, L2 button, or R1 buttons R2 button button button Control return man Switch players Fair catch/Kneel (must have control of return man) D-button button button SETTING UP THE GAME From the Main menu choose the game mode you want to play, or access a variety of options for pre-game adjustments. MAIN MENU Game Mode: Play an Exhibition game, create a Season, operate a Franchise, set up a Custom League, run a Tournament, practice in Coaches Corner, create a Situation, run the Two Minute Drill, or jump back to the past and play in Madden Classic mode ( Game Modes on p. 11). Custom Options: Manage User Profiles, create a team, modify rosters, and edit plays ( Custom Options on p. 16). 7 Switch player Dive 6 Madden Cards: Check out your challenge status, view and trade cards ( Madden Cards on p. 17). ON THE FIELD PLAYCALLING Defensive Formation/ Play Windows (Defense is always at the top of the screen) Down, quarter and clock information Score Timeouts remaining List the plays in the next window (press the d-button to cycle through windows when available) Offensive Set/ Formation/Play Windows To Select a Play: NFL Record Book: View individual, team, coaching, and Super Bowl records ( NFLTM Record Book on p. 19). Settings: Adjust controller settings, customize AI, set sound options, and more ( Settings on p. 19). Memory Card: Save, Load and Delete files ( Memory Card (Saving and Loading) on p. 19). EA SPORTSTM: View game extras including game credits. STARTING AN EXHIBITION GAME Exhibition games don't count in the standings, but there's no better way to get a grip on your game than against live competition. To Start an Exhibition Game: 1. From the Main menu, select Exhibition and press the button. The Team Select screen appears. 2. Select the Home and Away teams and press the start button or press the button to proceed to the Controller Select screen. A Press the button to access the Stadium Select screen where you can select a different stadium, change the time of day, or modify weather conditions. A Press the R2 button (Home) or the L2 button (Away) to randomly select any available team. 3. To select a team to control, press the D-button and position the controller icon next to your desired team. Press the start button to begin the game (or press the button to access the User Options for that team). A In the User Options screen, you can choose a playbook, activate a User Profile ( p. 16), select an alternate uniform, select the number of Mulligans per game, activate and ris ...