The Chicago Bears are the dysfunctional gift that keeps on giving. The NFL team has finally solved its quarterback dilemma, but now it can’t settle on a site for a new stadium. Fans are tired of the debate between lakefront and suburban areas — they just want it built. The drama is a reminder that sports video games often miss out on a huge opportunity. The business of sports can bring a new layer to Franchise modes in almost every major sports game.
Many Madden fans will say that they want gameplay issues fixed before seeing an addition like this. That’s fair. But fans also want immersion in their Franchise modes, and this is another way to provide it. There are so many possibilities here; just think about what can be pulled from the real world of sports as an example.
