http://wii.ign.com/articles/795/795634p1.html
Madden 08 Interview, Online Play, No Friend Codes
June 11th, 2007
Excerpt:
“…you can look forward to a strong showing this year with great EA SPORTS titles like Madden, FIFA and NBA as well as others hitting the streets…the Wii version will include the franchise’s Read and React Player Weapon system…(exclusive to Wii) brand new Party Mode (multiplayer action)…attach your own custom Mii to track your overall progress in the mode…: On the mini-game side there are a number of exciting new games to be played. “
“The online mode this year on Wii will allow two-player Exhibition games which can be ranked or unranked matches. Once you’ve signed into EA Nation you’ll have instant sports scores stream into the lobby and have access to quick play features to jump right into the action. Updated rosters, Leaderboards, EA Locker and EA Messenger are all a part of the online package this year. (No voice chat in Wii version).”
“Madden Wii doesn’t support the Wii friends system during online play…We don’t support online tournaments this year. However this is something we’re looking at for next year. With this being the franchise’s first year online on the Wii we have concentrated on delivering the core Madden gaming experience at a high quality. (Game will see graphical improvements).”