Tom Landry Strategy Football

Tom Landry Strategy Football is not just another Madden 200X game. Despite the fact that it was introduced in the era when most people still remembered who Tom Landry was, TLSF is definitely worlds above its competition. It was at the head of its class in the middle nineties, and still has merit today.
The most positive side of this game is its realism. Player/managers do not have larger than life players from which to choose. The NFL players available in the game have basically same stats and skills as they possess on the actual football field.

While some people may feel that this takes away from the flash and excitement, the true football fan is going to remember who threw for 350 yards every game and who was laid out eight times every game from standing behind the stereotypical Swiss Cheese front line. True, the flash may not be there, but it is certainly more realistic and more challenging when you have the same recipe to create as the actual coaches had. And sure, the names have been changed to protect the innocent, but I think most football fans can figure out who Montana Joe’s stats are based upon.
Besides bearing very lifelike players, TLSF has many other factors to consider when coaching a game. There is a definite home field advantage to sway a game, and the weather is often an issue, especially in certain stadiums. TLSF features a fatigue factor that is reflective of actual play, which makes the bench an important aspect for relief of the starters. There is very diverse play calling on both sides of the ball, making knowledge of the game of football essential. Each position carries its own rating, based on factors that are important to the slot. (For example, a wide receiver has a ranking in “hands” and a quarterback has a stat for the ability to read defenses). This rating system is helpful in matching up teams and choosing starters.
The game itself is good. No, there aren’t the stellar graphics and zest of modern games, but those features aren’t really necessary in management style games anyway. A person can choose to play against AI coaches or go head to head with a friend via the Internet. It also does feature a stat editor, so if the real life strategy is not what you are looking for, you can still create a larger than life team and go out and demolish everyone that looks your way. Overall, this is a very solid play and would be an excellent choice for either a sportsaholic or micromanager.