ESPN NFL 2K5

The ESPN presentation has been greatly expanded, with Chris Berman returning as the virtual host who introduces each game, provides half-time reports, and hosts post-game shows. He also uses replays to illustrate points, and every move you make is saved and used in these replays (Xbox only). Suzy Kobler gives sideline reports.

A new feature called the V.I.P. system tracks how you play the game, reflecting your passing and running percentages. You can later play against your V.I.P., with the AI playing as if it were you.

ESPN is celebrating its 25th anniversary this year, and a special 25th Anniversary Mode has been added, allowing you to play moments from classic football games, including The Heidi Bowl and The Immaculate Reception.

The Crib has an overhaul this year. Instead of earning specific items by completing tasks, you earn points that can be used to buy items of your choice. New features include a dart board and a phone, which you'll use to answer calls from celebrities, including Steve-O, Carmen Electra, Jamie Kennedy, David Arquette, or Funkmaster Flex.

Franchise mode also gets an overhaul, with the ability to schedule weekly preps for your team. You can choose to have players work out, play practice games, watch tapes, all in an effort to gear your team up for the next game.