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Review of NFL Blitz 2000 on PlayStation

by Tanya Krane Tanya Krane photo Aug 1999
Cover image of NFL Blitz 2000 on PlayStation
Gamefings Score: 8.5
Platform: PlayStation PlayStation logo
Released: 18 Aug 1999
Genre: Sports
Developer: Midway Games, Digital Eclipse (GBC)
Publisher: Midway, Infogrames (PC)

Introduction

Ah, NFL Blitz 2000. A game that screams mid-'90s nostalgia louder than a linebacker with a megaphone. Released by Midway Games and designed as the fastest, most outrageous version of American football you could imagine, it harkens back to a time when sports games were defined by absurdity more than realism. Who needs penalties when you can tackle a guy with a fully-fledged wrestling move?

Gameplay

Gameplay in NFL Blitz 2000 is essentially a brutal ballet where tackling is considered a form of artistic expression. Gone are the days of careful strategizing; here, it's all about fast-paced action and flashy moves. There are no rules, only chaos. You can pass, tackle, and score in ways that would make even the most seasoned NFL player raise an eyebrow. The controls are responsive, making it feel like an adrenaline rush in a candy store. You'll zip around the field, dodging tackles like you're living inside an action movie. Whether you prefer to run to the end zone like a gazelle on roller skates or throw a Hail Mary that would impress even Tom Brady, there's a thrill in every match. The nitty-gritty details like player stats and playbooks? Please, who has time for those when you can pile-drive your opponent into the ground? The game shines in its multiplayer mode where friendships (and possibly TV remotes) can be destroyed in a flurry of high-fives and friendly insults.

Graphics

Visually, NFL Blitz 2000 doesn't break any new ground but serves up exactly what you'd expect from a game of its time. The players are designed with a level of cartoony charm that strikes a solid balance between playful and competitive. The animations are slick, with players diving and crashing like they just downed three Red Bulls. And let's not forget the bright colors; you could throw a rave in a dungeon and it would still be less garish than the visuals of Blitz 2000. The menus are easy to navigate, allowing players to jump straight into the action faster than a quarterback can throw a touchdown pass.

Conclusion

NFL Blitz 2000 may not give you the most realistic football experience, but it certainly gives you the most entertaining one. With absurd tackles, zero rules, and a delightful sense of chaos, it invents a playing field where everyone can enjoy themselves-perfect for those who just want to beat their friends senseless over a multiplayer brawl without worrying about statistics. It's a nostalgic trip back to an era where fun reigned supreme, and if you're looking to relive the glory days, grab a copy and get ready to blitz your mates into oblivion. In conclusion? It's less of a sports simulation and more of a glorified street brawl-just how football was meant to be played. So lace up your cleats, because the blitz is just getting started!

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