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If you're one of those people who have been waiting for an all-action American Football simulation with proper animated players and fast scrolling action rather than a straight strategy game like Superbowl then take a look at Touchdown Football.

At first glance, the graphics aren't really up to much. The teams are represented by one colour, chunky graphics, but are quite well animated. The action is joystick-controlled - except from the initial options screen which gives you the usual one player/two player/computer choices.

Playing the computer is a tough option. It might be an idea to start by playing a friend so you can learn the ropes without getting trashed. Defence and Offence plays are controlled via menu windows.

There's an extensive choice of moves to make for the offensive team - not quite so many for the defence. Make a wrong choice and you can go back and change things if you wish.

Once you've set up your play and committed yourself to play action you can control the players "Match Day" fashion. You can pass or run with the ball.

Normal NFL rules apply to the game - which basically means you get four chances to move the ball 10 yards up the field at a time with the object of scoring a touchdown.

The game is very playable despite the graphics and sound which let it down badly. And the price is hefty for a product of this quality. EA can do better.