[2] John Madden Football was released on the 3DO Interactive Multiplayer by EA Sports in North America on May 6, 1994.

[1] The 3DO officially launched throughout Europe in June 1994 with John Madden Football being one of 34 titles initially available for the console there.

[3] Initial sales were greater than expected for the region[4] with 3DO European marketing manager Chris Thompson commenting, "Who would have thought it would be such a huge success in Europe?

"[2] Entertainment Weekly gave the game a "B" grade and said "This game's on-screen players are huge, the generous video clips are broadcast-TV quality, and there are enough obscure play options to satisfy Monday- and Tuesday- morning quarterbacks.

But anyone willing to learn the difference between a quick slant I formation and a single-back halfback sweep is going to want more incisive commentary from Madden than, 'Now that was great defense!