EA Announces Madden NFL 09 Ship Date and Special Collector’s Edition

[jfsolo]

People who only want Head Coach should be seriously pissed. They have to pay over 95 bucks just to get it.

[DLaren]

Quote: Originally Posted by Steve_OS

EA ANNOUNCES MADDEN NFL 09 OFFICIAL SHIP DATE AND SPECIAL COLLECTOR’S EDITION The Madden NFL 09 20th Anniversary Collector’s Edition will be the ultimate interactive NFL experience - featuring full versions of both Madden NFL 09 and the all-new NFL Head Coach 09, exclusive classic Madden NFL gameplay, and an extensive library of exclusive bonus video content (for $89.99).

I'm conflicted, on one hand I'm mildly disappointed because I had hoped to play NFL Headcoach this spring and all throughout summer, then switch to Madden in the fall; like I did the first time Headcoach came out. So it's unfortunate that I won't be able to dive into that game for another six months. (Oh Lawd )

On the other hand I'm happy that the total package is going to sell for $89.99 because I'll essentially only have to pay about $30 for Headcoach (instead of $60 had it sold seperately), and on top of that I get Madden'09, probably a classic version of Madden'99, and a bunch of bonus content...So ultimately I'm satisfied with this package representing Maddens 20th Anniversary celebration.

[JIMIHEMMY]

I would think that EA will change their minds and eventually sell NFLHC as a standalone.

On another note, since we do not know what the features are yet for Madden, why don't we wait before we talk down on it and see what they have to offer?

You never know....play editor just might be in Madden too. If they told us everything now, the boards would be filled with 'I can't wait' and "Why wait so long' posts.....

[ewto16]

You understand that is all just glossy presentation, right? It doesn't effect gameplay at all. If the simulation aspect is terrible and the actual process of doing things is tedious, like last year, then the presentation doesn't matter.

Similar to how Madden looks pretty good, but everyone hates it because it plays like crap. It is like having a Lambo that doesn't run parked in your driveway. Looks nice, but doesn't do anything for you.

I'd be all over Madden actually having some actual NFL Network or ESPN presentation though.

Quote: Originally Posted by Kev5890

Things like this have me very excited for the presentation part of the game. That looks like Adam Shefter in Full 3D giving you his news. I seriously cannot wait to see if they combined the NFL Network into the game, or ESPN or both. Maybe NFL head coach is powered by the NFL Network and maybe Madden is powered by the ESPN Network.

[Kevin26385]

Quote: Originally Posted by ewto16

You understand that is all just glossy presentation, right? It doesn't effect gameplay at all. If the simulation aspect is terrible and the actual process of doing things is tedious, like last year, then the presentation doesn't matter. Similar to how Madden looks pretty good, but everyone hates it because it plays like crap. It is like having a Lambo that doesn't run parked in your driveway. Looks nice, but doesn't do anything for you. I'd be all over Madden actually having some actual NFL Network or ESPN presentation though.

Ever play ESPN NFL 2k5, the game was not perfect at all but presentation helps quite a bit. You can overlook gameplay elements if you feel like you are playing a nationally telivised game.

Presentation just makes the game feel more authentic, with halftime reports and the graphics it is cosmetic, yet it can make the game much better.

And honestly if they were to just add announcers it would make the game a lot better, considering I feel like I am playing madden 08 and noone is watching because I barely hear the radio

[ewto16]

Quote: Originally Posted by Kev5890

Ever play ESPN NFL 2k5, the game was not perfect at all but presentation helps quite a bit. You can overlook gameplay elements if you feel like you are playing a nationally telivised game. Presentation just makes the game feel more authentic, with halftime reports and the graphics it is cosmetic, yet it can make the game much better. And honestly if they were to just add announcers it would make the game a lot better, considering I feel like I am playing madden 08 and noone is watching because I barely hear the radio

Actually, I just bought NFL 2K5 the other day because everyone talks about how cool it is. I'm looking forward to playing it.

I agree that presentation is key and make the game a lot better. However, I felt that Madden 08 was so bad, that adding new announcers and some presentation to the same Madden 08 will not satisfy me.

Right now, it looks like the focus is strictly on presentation. Maybe we will know more later.

[kenneth33]

Some gamers complain about everything,I guess this is what peter moore was saying gamers don,t like change!!!

[SageInfinite]

Quote: Originally Posted by jfsolo

People who only want Head Coach should be seriously pissed. They have to pay over 95 bucks just to get it.

I could've swore head coach was coming out in Sept.