The life of a professional athlete might seem like the height of luxury from a distance, but not every pro player was a heralded name since the moment they put on a uniform, and Madden 18's new Longshot mode gives gamers an idea of the razor's edge that separates a professional football career from a job coaching the local high school team. The narrative game mode, a supplement to the traditional NFL gameplay in every Madden franchise, lets users take control of a nearly forgotten young football player on his quest to make an NFL roster.
In Longshot mode, users play as Devin Wade, a high school and college football player who pushes one last time to make an NFL roster before giving up for good. Users get to play as Wade throughout every point in his career, from playing pickup with his friends in elementary school to working through the NFL Draft Combine.
Amateur Football Game Modes
In Madden 18's Longshot Mode, Users Play as a Hopeful NFL Prospect
Trend Themes
1. Narrative Game Modes - There is a disruptive innovation opportunity in creating immersive and emotionally engaging game modes that allow users to experience a story-driven narrative.
2. Personalized Sports Experiences - There is a disruptive innovation opportunity in developing game modes that allow users to customize and play as their own unique athlete, enhancing the sense of personal connection and immersion.
3. Career Simulation Games - There is a disruptive innovation opportunity in creating career simulation games that allow users to experience the challenges and triumphs of pursuing a professional sports career.
Industry Implications
1. Gaming - The gaming industry has an opportunity to capitalize on the growing demand for immersive and narrative-driven game modes, catering to the interests of sports enthusiasts.
2. Sports Entertainment - The sports entertainment industry can explore partnerships with game developers to create personalized sports experiences, offering fans a unique way to engage with their favorite sports and athletes.
3. Virtual Reality - The virtual reality industry can leverage technologies and advancements to create realistic and immersive simulations of professional sports careers, providing users with an unparalleled experience.