Madden NFL 09 on GameCube? Never Existed.

Madden NFL 09 was not released for Nintendo GameCube. The final Madden title on GameCube was Madden NFL 08 (August 2007).

Platforms Madden NFL 09 Actually Released On

• PlayStation 2
• PlayStation 3
• Xbox 360
• Wii
• PC
• PlayStation Portable (PSP)
• Nintendo DS
• Mobile (Java/BREW)

Why It Skipped GameCube

• GameCube discontinued in 2007; Wii launched Nov 2006.
• EA shifted Wii development to a distinct "All-Play" control scheme.
• Declining GameCube user base didn't justify porting costs.

If You Want Madden on GameCube

• Madden NFL 08 – Last entry; solid franchise mode, decent controls.
• Madden NFL 07 – Often cheaper; similar engine.
• NCAA Football 08 – College counterpart; deep dynasty mode.

Check eBay or local retro shops for Madden NFL 08 GameCube copies ($10–$25 loose). No amount of searching will turn up an 09 disc for the cube.