Madden NFL 2002 N64 box art

Nintendo 64 · Sports

Madden NFL 2002

SystemNintendo 64
Released2001
GenreSports
DeveloperBudcat
PublisherElectronic Arts
Players1–4 players
CommitmentQuick session (Under an hour, or endless arcade fun)
SeriesMadden Football
LegacyWell-known · legacy score 8

Released for the Nintendo 64 in 2001, Madden NFL 2002 is a sports game developed by Budcat and published by Electronic Arts.

It landed about 5 years into the N64's life. Other notable N64 releases from 2001 include Conker's Bad Fur Day, Tony Hawk's Pro Skater 2 and Dr. Mario 64. Among the 95 N64 sports games in our database, it ranks #16 by legacy score.

It is part of the Madden Football series; on the N64 you can also try Madden Football 64, Madden NFL 2000 and Madden NFL 2001. The series also appears on other systems with NFL Blitz 20-02 (GBA).

Madden NFL 2002 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

Maybe skip it if…

  • you need current teams and rosters

What playing Madden NFL 2002 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Tip for newcomers: Arcade-style sports games are the easiest to enjoy today; simulation titles may have outdated rosters but still offer satisfying gameplay.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 2002 gameplay screenshot on N64
In-game screenshot (N64)

Madden NFL 2002 walkthroughs & guides

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Madden NFL 2002 FAQ

When did Madden NFL 2002 come out on the N64?

Madden NFL 2002 was released for the Nintendo 64 in 2001.

Who made Madden NFL 2002?

It was developed by Budcat and published by Electronic Arts.

Is Madden NFL 2002 multiplayer?

Yes. Madden NFL 2002 supports up to 4 players.

How long does Madden NFL 2002 take to play?

As a sports game, Madden NFL 2002 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 2002 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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