Madden NFL 2004 GBA box art

Game Boy Advance · Sports

Madden NFL 2004

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SystemGame Boy Advance
Released2003
GenreSports
DeveloperBudcat
PublisherEA Sports
Players1–4 players
CommitmentQuick session (Under an hour, or endless arcade fun)
SeriesMadden NFL
ESRBE
LegacyDeep cut · legacy score 2

Released for the Game Boy Advance in 2003, Madden NFL 2004 is a sports game developed by Budcat and published by EA Sports.

It landed about 2 years into the GBA's life. Other notable GBA releases from 2003 include Mario & Luigi: Superstar Saga, Castlevania: Aria of Sorrow and Sonic Battle.

It is part of the Madden NFL series; on the GBA you can also try Madden NFL 06, Madden NFL 07 and Madden NFL 2002. The series also appears on other systems with Madden NFL 2004 (PS1) and Madden NFL 2002 (PS1). Budcat also made NHL 2002 for the GBA.

Madden NFL 2004 supports up to 4 players, whether that means taking turns or going head-to-head.

Pick it if…

  • you want to race and compete
  • you have time for a quick session (under an hour, or endless arcade fun)
  • you have a friend to play against
  • you've played the GBA hits and want something less obvious

Maybe skip it if…

  • you need current teams and rosters

What playing Madden NFL 2004 is like

Sports games bring football, baseball, hockey, golf, tennis, wrestling and more to the console, from simulation-style management to over-the-top arcade action.

Tip for newcomers: Arcade-style sports games are the easiest to enjoy today; simulation titles may have outdated rosters but still offer satisfying gameplay.

Madden NFL 2004 gameplay screenshot on GBA
In-game screenshot (GBA)

Madden NFL 2004 walkthroughs & guides

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Playing GBA games today

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Madden NFL 2004 FAQ

When did Madden NFL 2004 come out on the GBA?

Madden NFL 2004 was released for the Game Boy Advance in 2003.

Who made Madden NFL 2004?

It was developed by Budcat and published by EA Sports.

Is Madden NFL 2004 multiplayer?

Yes. Madden NFL 2004 supports up to 4 players.

How long does Madden NFL 2004 take to play?

As a sports game, Madden NFL 2004 typically falls into the "Quick session" category: under an hour, or endless arcade fun. Your time will vary with skill and how much you explore.

Read more about Madden NFL 2004 on Wikipedia. Facts on this page are compiled from the open libretro database and Wikidata; "legacy score" reflects how widely a game is documented across Wikipedia's language editions. Spotted an error? Let us know.

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