Summary
- Release Year: 2007
- Genres: Sport
- Platforms: PlayStation 2
- Developers: Budcat Creations, EA Tiburon
- Publishers: Electronic Arts
Arena Football: Road to Glory (2007)
Overview
Arena Football: Road to Glory is a PlayStation 2 video game developed by Electronic Arts (under their EA Sports brand) and released on February 21, 2007. It is the first game in the Arena Football series to include the Arena Football League’s (AFL) minor league, AF2. The game features all the rules, rosters, and teams from the 2007 AFL and AF2 seasons, as well as a variety of game modes, including a career mode, season mode, and online multiplayer.
Gameplay
Arena Football: Road to Glory is an arcade-style football game that plays ähnlich to the NFL Blitz series. The game is played on a smaller field than in traditional American football, and the rules are modified to encourage fast-paced, high-scoring gameplay. Players can control either the offense or defense, and they can choose from a variety of plays to run. The game also features a variety of special moves, such as the “Turbo Boost” and the “Air Strike.”
Game Modes
Arena Football: Road to Glory features a variety of game modes, including:
- Career Mode: In career mode, players can create their own player and lead them through a career in the AFL or AF2. Players can earn experience points by completing objectives and winning games, and they can use these experience points to upgrade their player’s skills.
- Season Mode: In season mode, players can play through a full AFL or AF2 season. Players can choose to play as any team in the league, and they can compete for the ArenaBowl championship.
- Online Multiplayer: Arena Football: Road to Glory features online multiplayer for up to four players. Players can compete against each other in head-to-head matches or in tournaments.
Reception
Arena Football: Road to Glory received mixed reviews from critics. Some praised the game’s fast-paced, arcade-style gameplay, while others criticized its lack of depth and polish. The game was also criticized for its repetitive commentary and its lack of online features.
Despite the mixed reviews, Arena Football: Road to Glory was a commercial success. The game sold over 500,000 copies in the United States, and it was the best-selling AFL video game of all time.
Legacy
Arena Football: Road to Glory is considered to be one of the best Arena Football video games ever made. The game’s fast-paced, arcade-style gameplay has been praised by critics and fans alike. The game is also credited with helping to popularize the AFL and AF2.
Arena Football: Road to Glory was followed by two sequels, Arena Football: Unleashed (2008) and Arena Football: Fight For The Ring (2009). Both sequels were met with mixed reviews, and they failed to match the commercial success of the original game.
Tips for Playing Arena Football: Road to Glory
Here are a few tips for playing Arena Football: Road to Glory:
- Use the Turbo Boost: The Turbo Boost is a special move that can be used to give your players a temporary speed boost. This can be helpful for getting past defenders or catching up to receivers.
- Use the Air Strike: The Air Strike is a special move that can be used to call in an airstrike on your opponents. This can be helpful for clearing out defenders or scoring a touchdown.
- Go for the big play: Arena Football is a fast-paced game, so don’t be afraid to go for the big play. If you see a chance to score a touchdown, go for it!
- Don’t get discouraged: Arena Football can be a tough game, but don’t get discouraged if you lose a few games. Just keep practicing and you’ll eventually get better.
Conclusion
Arena Football: Road to Glory is a fast-paced, arcade-style football game that is sure to please fans of the AFL and AF2. The game features a variety of game modes, including career mode, season mode, and online multiplayer. With its fast-paced gameplay and variety of special moves, Arena Football: Road to Glory is a great game for anyone who loves football.
Review Score
7.5/10
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