Abstract: NFL Blitz is the newest release in the classic franchise of arcade-style American football games. What was first an arcade game first released in 1997, eventually ported to home consoles and spawned several sequels. This year’s title (confusingly named...
Abstract: Originally published by Midway, the Blitz series once enjoyed a level of popularity that rivaled the Madden NFL series. Its arcade-style gameplay and over-the-top antics helped to secure the favor of gamers who normally wouldn't have normally bothered ...
Abstract: Much like Hollywood, it seems like EA is going back to the well for some ideas on franchises. SSX, NBA Jam, and now NFL Blitz have gotten the old “redo” touchup. Except unlike Hollywood, the stuff EA is doing is actually good so far. Which takes us to ...
Abstract: If the name sounds familiar, it’s because Midway originally released Blitz in the arcades back in the 90’s, including such over-the-top antics as players catching on fire and ridiculous hits that would send a normal person to the hospital. As it did ...
The lack of late hits and the inability to change the length of games don’t take away from the fact NFL Blitz is a whole lot of fun. Compounded by the fantastic announcers and ongoing unlocks, NFL Blitz is a great sports experience folded into a downlo...