Madden NFL Arcade
PlayStation 3 · 2009
About this game
A different take on EA's Madden games of realistic football simulation, Madden NFL Arcade focuses more on looser arcade-oriented gameplay, similar to Midway's Blitz games .
It features all 32 NFL teams including top stars with a five-on-five match up, offense consists of an Offensive Lineman, a Quarterback and three receivers while defense consists of a Defensive Lineman and four backfield defenders.
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Unlike other Madden games there is no time limit, instead the play ends with a set score (the default being 30) with a shortened field consisting of 60 yards with the beginning team starting on their own 20 yard line.
The offense has four tries in order to make a touchdown, however, after those four plays if the offense is not successful, it will be automatically ruled a turnover and defense will receive the ball.
There are no field goals, punts or first downs.
In order to aid the player there are 13 different power-ups, including the ability to freeze a player on the field, slow or speed up gameplay, throw three footballs at once with only one going to the intended receiver, a power-up that will add an extra down, as well as a power-up that will switch the score of the game.
The player receives these at random times during the match, similar to a slot machine.
When players receive a power-up they can store it and activate it at a chosen moment.
There are options to play against the computer A.I. or with four friends, either two friends head-to-head or two friends teaming against a second team of friends.
Online multiplayer is also supported, with the option to define custom rules along with the ability to use the power-ups available in offline play and update-able rosters to reflect current NFL rosters.
About PlayStation 3
Released in 2006, the PlayStation 3 had a rocky start thanks to its high launch price but became known for its exclusive franchises and Blu-ray drive, which doubled as an early home theater upgrade for many households. PS3 collecting is still relatively young — most titles are inexpensive — but the console's digital PSN storefront closure risk has pushed more collectors toward physical copies specifically to preserve access.
Gamevaro tracks Madden NFL Arcade for PlayStation 3 with separate market values for loose, complete-in-box (CIB) and factory-sealed copies, sourced from real eBay sales. Prices also vary by region — PAL, NTSC-U and NTSC-J releases of the same game often sell for different amounts due to print run sizes and regional collector demand.
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Market values by condition
PAL
Recent sales
| Date | Type | Region | Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2026-07-08 | Loose / Item only | PAL | €3.45 |
| 2026-07-03 | Loose / Item only | NTSC-U | €7.90 |
| 2026-07-03 | Loose / Item only | NTSC-J | €7.89 |
| 2026-07-03 | Boxed (CIB) | NTSC-U | €14.02 |
| 2026-07-03 | Boxed (CIB) | NTSC-J | €14.00 |
Market insights
Rarity & condition
Only a handful of market sales have been tracked for Madden NFL Arcade, suggesting it doesn't trade hands very often — a sign of relative scarcity compared to more common PlayStation 3 titles.
Complete-in-box (CIB) copies typically command a premium over loose cartridges/discs because the original box and manual are more fragile and get discarded or damaged over time — fewer complete sets survive.
Frequently asked questions
How much is Madden NFL Arcade worth?
Madden NFL Arcade for PlayStation 3 is currently worth €3.45 loose. Prices are based on real sales and update regularly on Gamevaro.
Is Madden NFL Arcade rare?
Madden NFL Arcade has only a handful of tracked market sales, suggesting relative scarcity compared to more common PlayStation 3 titles.
What's the difference between loose, CIB and sealed for Madden NFL Arcade?
Loose means cartridge or disc only, CIB (complete in box) includes the original box and manual, and sealed means factory-sealed and never opened. These are tracked as separate market values because the price gap between them can be significant, especially for older releases.
Is Madden NFL Arcade worth more in PAL or NTSC?
The PAL version of Madden NFL Arcade is currently worth €3.45 loose, versus €7.90 for NTSC-U. Regional price differences usually come down to print run size and regional collector demand.
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