Madden NFL 25 Impressions Thread

[jonesha2000]

Quote: Originally Posted by EMbow513

one thing that pisses is me off is how the defensive players can dive like 10ft to make a damn tackle. i missed out on so many big plays because of that

I missed out on a game winning touchdown...nobody is catching Ted Ginn from behind once he has a step on you.

[Motown]

Quote: Originally Posted by IlluminatusUIUC

EA must penalize players with lower "Return" ratings because I was playing as the Bills against the Dolphins and Don Jones ran down Marquise Goodwin from behind. With a 3 yard cushion no less. Now, Jones is no slouch as a runner but Goodwin was an actual Olympic athlete and is tied for the highest speed rating in the game. And it was his first play. Just pure BS. Jones runs 50 yards, engages in a block, gets off the block, and runs down an Olympic track athlete from behind. Sounds legit.

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[TeeDogg]

Quote: Originally Posted by Flamehead

As one who was disappointed with most Madden releases this gen until last year, I'm really enjoying this year's iteration. I'm an offline franchise guy only and I totally see and feel the difference this year compared to last. This is not the same game as '13 IMHO. And on default All-Pro sliders you can get pressure with the DL just fine. I love the fact they included AC/DC's 'Thunderstruck' and GnR's 'Welcome to the Jungle', though these two songs are played during the contests just a tad too much. Need to adjust a few sliders, but otherwise a solid title this year.

my thoughts exactly, and thats based on the demo. Im really looking forward to getting this game and finding some settings I like. it been years since I enjoyed playing a season or franchise of football. this may just be the 7th sign, EA has me looking forward to a FB game based on playing a demo. 9m not counting the times they had me looking forward based on marketing and statements LOL

[jackw]

No CPU vs CPU in CFM, not getting my $60 EA, back to M12...

[Gorilla Glass]

My only gripe with this game is that the injuries come to often. That should be toned down a bit.

[The JareBear]

Sliders seem to work as intended and I am glad to see pass rush issue is easily fixed with sliders. Should still be patched.

Once I got over my initial nerd rage, I've played 2 play now games and have started to enjoy the game a little bit more.

The CPU still isn't smart, but it's less brain dead thang usual which makes a difference to me.

I so enjoy the camera options

[goh]

The second game I played I stomped the other team. Ran for 300+ yards. Then found out it was on pro. Played with the Bills,now Toronto Huskies. As others have pointed out it says CAN instead of TOR. The uniform options didn't match the logo or color scheme what-so-ever. They're this odd off-black and beige/tan looking deal. The logo is blue,black and white. There were no options resembling any of those colors. I will give credit for the commentary mentioning they were welcoming a new city to the NFL and having built in references to the Bills having played there. Also poutine and maple glazed dounuts were added to the concessions menu.

The third game was disgusting. 100% disgusting. It's the reason I got pissed about not being able to change sliders during a game in CCM. It was with what used to be the Raiders. Moved the team to London and got commentary there too about how there's been a game in London the last few years and that sort of thing. Divisional realignment is really needed here. AFC West teams flying to London 8 times a year...

Anyway back to this terrible,terrible game. I won 23-20 on a FG with 1:17 left so the final score looks good but the means of having got there was one of the WORST football games I've ever played which is stark contrast to the first game I played. My WRs were constantly being interfered with and not a single call. The DPI slider was at 65. Holding slider was at 75 and there were only 3 penalties all game. All on my team for holding. That's bad but the real problems? A combined 17 sacks. Justin Smith had 20 tackles,1 ast and 10 of those sacks for me. Jay Cutler was 2/8 for 8 yards and 1 INT. How did they stay in it? Micheal Bush with 20 carries,271 yards,13.6 average (at one point it was a 21.8 yard average!),1 TD,4 20+ yard runs and 131 yards after first hit. My QB threw 4 INTs when it really only should've been 1. Only one long pass completed all game. This thing was a complete and utter mess.

Just to prove I'm not making it up:

Spoiler

[JaymeeAwesome]

Quote: Originally Posted by goh

The second game I played I stomped the other team. Ran for 300+ yards. Then found out it was on pro. Played with the Bills,now Toronto Huskies. As others have pointed out it says CAN instead of TOR. The uniform options didn't match the logo or color scheme what-so-ever. They're this odd off-black and beige/tan looking deal. The logo is blue,black and white. There were no options resembling any of those colors. I will give credit for the commentary mentioning they were welcoming a new city to the NFL and having built in references to the Bills having played there. Also poutine and maple glazed dounuts were added to the concessions menu. The third game was disgusting. 100% disgusting. It's the reason I got pissed about not being able to change sliders during a game in CCM. It was with what used to be the Raiders. Moved the team to London and got commentary there too about how there's been a game in London the last few years and that sort of thing. Divisional realignment is really needed here. AFC West teams flying to London 8 times a year... Anyway back to this terrible,terrible game. I won 23-20 on a FG with 1:17 left so the final score looks good but the means of having got there was one of the WORST football games I've ever played which is stark contrast to the first game I played. My WRs were constantly being interfered with and not a single call. The DPI slider was at 65. Holding slider was at 75 and there were only 3 penalties all game. All on my team for holding. That's bad but the real problems? A combined 17 sacks. Justin Smith had 20 tackles,1 ast and 10 of those sacks for me. Jay Cutler was 2/8 for 8 yards and 1 INT. How did they stay in it? Micheal Bush with 20 carries,271 yards,13.6 average (at one point it was a 21.8 yard average!),1 TD,4 20+ yard runs and 131 yards after first hit. My QB threw 4 INTs when it really only should've been 1. Only one long pass completed all game. This thing was a complete and utter mess. Just to prove I'm not making it up: Spoiler

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