Madden 17 review: better than ever for both beginners and fans of the NFL game

EA's seminal franchise is back with new guides for newbies, trickier special teams, glitzy graphics and a fantasy-football cash-in that's safely ignored

Madden 17 begins with the usual glitzy opening sequence throwing the player straight into the action, whetting the appetite while showcasing the latest bells and whistles. Fortunately for EA, the off-season move of the Rams to Los Angeles gave them the perfect scenario.

We find ourselves at the LA Memorial Coliseum with the Washington Redskins poised to break the hearts of all in the City of Angels by knocking the Rams out of the play-offs. In true Hollywood fashion, Washington's game-winning field goal is blocked and we are tasked with leading Jeff Fisher's team to glory.