Madden NFL 2002 for the Sony PlayStation 1 is a sports simulation video game that brings the excitement of American football to gamers. As part of the renowned Madden NFL series, it offers players the chance to play as their favorite NFL teams, complete with updated rosters from the 2001-2002 season. This iteration introduces for the first time the Create-a-Team feature and includes classic teams as well as the Houston Texans expansion team. With its in-depth playbooks and realistic graphics for its time, it delivers an immersive football experience. The game falls solidly within the sports genre.