Overview:
- Estimated achievement difficulty: 2/10
- Offline: 8 (115 )
- Online: 4 ( 85 )
- Approximate amount of time to 200 : 1-2 hours
- Minimum number of playthroughs needed: 3-4 (plus quits)
- Number of missable achievements: N/A
- Glitched achievements: N/A
- Do cheat codes disable achievements?: N/A


INTRODUCTION:

Welcome to the Madden NFL Arcade Road Map.

This game is somewhat of a blast from the past, bringing back memories of NFL Blitz and NFL Street. It holds true to the arcade feel, hence it having Arcade in the title. It's a 5-on-5 action packed game, spanning 60 yards of the football field with power-ups at your disposal, and includes all the bone-shattering hits of the NFL. It's sure to bring plently of excitement to your living room.

OFFLINE:

The situational achievements can be done offline with two controllers or online with a friend and all in one game. To help make this easier, when playing against the CPU you can turn off power-ups to help you get the achievements a little faster.


ONLINE:

Given that the lobby is set up to mirror that of the retail Madden games, the online achievements can be done legitimately or be made relatively simple by using the achievement trading thread. Also, the achievements that can be done offline can also be done online, if you choose to do so.

CONCLUSION:

All in all, this is a relatively easy game to complete and completely worth the cost of admission if you're an arcade football fan.

NOTE: You may have some hiccups along the way, making it necessary to run a few extra games, but given the fact that there is only 60 yards to cover on the field, it shouldn't take too long.

[x360a would like to thank NFaMuS one for this Roadmap]

Madden NFL Arcade Achievement Guide

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There are 12 achievements with a total of 200 points

  • Win 5 online ranked games in a row

    For this achievement, you must win 5 ranked games in a row, as the description states. Play against opponents online through the lobby system, or use the achievement trading thread here to trade this achievement with other forum members.
  • Play an online ranked game

    For this achievement, you do not have you win the ranked game online, just simply play the ranked game, as the description states. Play against opponents online through the lobby system, or use the achievement trading thread here to trade this achievement with other forum members.
  • Play 15 online ranked games

    TIP: Quit out of all of the games until the 15th game. Play the whole 15th game and the achievement will unlock.

    For this achievement, you must simply play 15 ranked games online, as the description states. Play against opponents online through the lobby system, or use the achievement trading thread here to trade this achievement with other forum members.
  • Beat an online ranked opponent with a skill level of at least 5 above yours

    For this achievement, as it states, defeat an online opponent in a ranked match with a skill level of at least 5 above you. This one is very straight forward and will take a good bit of skill to acquire.

    Alternatively, feel free to use the achievement trading thread here to see about unlocking this achievement with the help of another forum member that may be a high level on the leaderboards.
  • Convert all 2 point attempts and win, Points To Win 30, Number of Downs 4, Start On Own 20

     
    For this achievement, you must complete all two point conversions and win the game. Start a game using "Play Now" and leave the settings as is. After a touchdown you will get a menu selection to choose an extra point or a two point conversion. Choose two point conversion and complete the conversion. Complete every conversion after touchdowns and at the end of the game, the achievement is yours. You must complete the game for the achievement to unlock.

    Two Controller Method:
    There are a few different ways you can do this with two controllers. One being to score a touchdown and complete just one two point conversion then, with the second controller, cause the defense to give up safetys for the rest of the game. Alternatively, you could just keep scoring touchdowns and completing the two point conversions with controller one, whilst on controller two, you move the defenders away, making it easier to get into the endzone.
  • Commit no turnovers in a game, Points To Win 30, Number of Downs 4, Start On Own 20

    For this achievement, you must commit no turnovers in a game. Start a game using "Play Now" and leave the settings as is. Play until you reach the score limit and commit no turnovers and the achievement will unlock at the end of the game.

    Two Controller Method:
    When controller one is on offense, select any play and on controller two select the blitz defense and vice versa. Do the same when switching sides of the ball.
  • Score on the first play of the game, Points To Win 30, Number of Downs 4, Start On Own 20

    Start a game using "Play Now" and leave the settings as is. As the description states, score on the first play of the game. The achievement will unlock once you meet the requirements. You do not have to complete a full game.

    Two Controller Method:
    As controller one (main profile,) run a long pass play and select a short pass defense on controller two. Hike the ball and switch to the defender and move him away from the player you're throwing the ball to. Run in for the touchdown.
  • Force a safety, Points To Win 30, Number of Downs 4, Start On Own 20

     
    Start a game using "Play Now" and leave the settings as is. As the description states, force a safety. The achievement will unlock once you meet the requirements. You do not have to complete a full game.

    Two Controller Method:
    As controller one (main profile,) have your team on defense. Select a play, hike the ball with the second controller and run back into the endzone. With controller one, run the defender to the other player and tackle them in the endzone and the achievement is yours.
  • Hold your opponent to 0 points, Points To Win 30, Number of Downs 4, Start On Own 20

     
    Start a game using "Play Now" and leave the settings as is. As the description states, don't let the opponent score. You must complete the game to unlock this achievement.

    Two Controller Method:
    As controller one (main profile,) score all of the points and on the second controller don't score any. Simply run plays with the first controller and move the defenders away with the second controller.
  • Win the game with only passing plays, Points To Win 30, Number of Downs 4, Start On Own 20

     
    Start a game using "Play Now" and leave the settings as is. As the description states, run only passing plays during the entire game. You must complete the game to unlock this achievement.

    Two Controller Method:
    As controller one (main profile,) run only passing plays. Play to the score limit and the achievement is yours. The achievement will unlock at the end of the game.
  • Score a defensive touchdown, Points To Win 30, Number of Downs 4, Start On Own 20

     
    Start a game using "Play Now" and leave the settings as is. As the description states, score a touchdown on defense. The achievement will unlock once you meet the requirements. You do not have to complete a full game.

    Two Controller Method:
    As controller one (main profile,) play on defense. Using controller two, select a play type and hike the ball. Then, move the quarterback around and use the defender with controller one to hit him hard and cause a fumble then run it back for a touchdown. Alternatively, make an interception and run the ball back for a touchdown.
 

Secret achievements

  • View the game credits

    For this, simply go to Help & Options in the main menu and select credits. The achievement will pop right when the credit start, so you do not have to sit through the entire credits.

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