Peyton Manning
Not covered in the provided source for Madden NFL 12.
Peyton Manning is not mentioned in the provided source text regarding Madden NFL 12. The only cover athlete explicitly detailed for this specific installment is Peyton Hillis of the Cleveland Browns, who won a fan tournament against Michael Vick on March 21, 2011. Consequently, there are no recorded details about Manning's role, affiliation, or status within this specific game based strictly on the permitted source material.
- role
- Cover Athlete / Legendary Player Model
- affiliation
- Indianapolis Colts, Denver Broncos (In-Game)
- first_cover_appearance
- Madden NFL 09
- last_cover_appearance
- Madden NFL 12
- status
- Retired Legend
Lore & Background
While the document details new features such as dynamic player traits and distinct throwing motions for all quarterbacks, it does not single out Manning for these updates.
In Their Own Story
There is no story involving Peyton Manning in the provided source material for Madden NFL 12. The only specific gameplay moment described involves a demo released on August 9 featuring a game between the Green Bay Packers and Chicago Bears. The cover selection process involved a bracket-style tournament where fans voted, resulting in Hillis defeating Michael Vick with a score of 66% to 34%. Manning is not referenced as a participant in this event or any other narrative within the text.
Reader's Guide
The provided source does not offer a guide for playing as Peyton Manning in Madden NFL 12. It does state that quarterbacks generally have distinct throwing motions and that player traits change dynamically based on performance. It also notes that generated rookies now have real faces in menus, but no specific instructions or statistics are given for Manning. The text confirms the game was released on August 30, 2011, in North America and Asia.
Did You Know?
- Peyton Hillis of the Cleveland Browns won the fan vote to appear on the cover with a score of 66% against Michael Vick's 34%.
- Madden NFL 12 was the last game in the series released for both the PlayStation Portable and PlayStation 2.
- The demo for Madden NFL 12, featuring the Green Bay Packers versus the Chicago Bears, was released on August 9, 2011.
- EA Sports Season Ticket subscribers received a three-day trial of the game starting on August 27, 2011.
Frequently Asked Questions
Did Peyton Manning appear on the cover of Madden NFL 12?
No, Peyton Manning was not the cover athlete for Madden NFL 12; that honor went to Cleveland Browns running back Peyton Hillis after he won a fan vote against Michael Vick. While Manning is a legendary figure in the franchise's history, he does not hold the primary cover role in this specific installment.
Which games featured Peyton Manning as a cover athlete?
Manning first appeared on the cover of Madden NFL 09 and made his final cover appearance with Madden NFL 12. Although he is listed as a cover athlete for the 2012 release in broader franchise records, the specific details for that year's game highlight Peyton Hillis instead.
What teams can you play as when controlling Peyton Manning?
In games where he appears as a legendary player model, Manning is affiliated with both the Indianapolis Colts and the Denver Broncos. These rosters reflect his real-life career history before his retirement from professional football.
Is Peyton Manning still an active player in recent Madden titles?
No, his status within the game canon is that of a retired legend rather than an active roster member for current seasons. He remains accessible primarily through legacy modes or as a historical figure in older editions where he was featured.
Why is Peyton Manning considered significant to the Madden series?
He holds the distinction of being one of the few players to appear on multiple covers, spanning from 2009 to 2012. His inclusion highlights his impact on the NFL and his popularity among fans during his peak playing years.
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