The Madden 96 football game brings its second appearance to the Game Boy, building upon its previous release. The game's story revolves around the 1995 NFL season, featuring generic team names but with accurate stats and schedules.
The gameplay in Madden 96 is a straightforward take on football management, allowing players to control their teams through various modes. Exhibition, season, and playoffs are the only game modes available, with an added All-Madden team for exhibition games only. Players can customize audibles, timeouts, and stats to suit their strategy.