For gamers, Madden 2008 is the hot topic as the new game prepares to launch in early August. The Madden NFL franchise is the champion football game -- as it has been for 15 years, selling more than 38 million copies. Last year the 2008 version was the best-selling console game of the year.

Even the music in the game is topnotch; the soundtrack includes the title track from Green Day's upcoming album, as well as the first single from Chevelle and new singles from Will.I.Am of the Black Eyed Peas, Hoobastank, New Found Glory and Alter Bridge. The fan base is incredibly rabid as this is the next in a passionate online and offline gaming series. The question often searched around Madden 2005 is "what day can I buy it" (it ships on August 9).

Force the action on defense in Madden NFL 2008. New defensive tools allow you to make more plays and be in on all of the action. The all-new Hit Stick lets you lay the big hit to turn the momentum of the game in your favor. With the new Storyline Central, you get the inside scoop around the league from radio host Tony Bruno, along with local and national newspapers, to help you make critical franchise decisions.