NCAA 09 Patch #2 Available --- Impressions Here

[jackson]

my initial observations are, and I preface this by saying that I am an average to slightly above average player and this is AA practice mode. What I know for sure is that the RBA and RBB sliders for comp work very well. I was OU versus a scrub (dont remember exactly). I couldn't hardly get off blocks with their two settings at 100. Also, the comp acc works also just try it. I will say that it is still difficult to get pressure on qb but possibly slightly better, will need more testing. Overall, it's an improvement. These are for certain things I noticed immediately. Also, did anyone else think that the overall speed pace of the game has slowed?

[bluengold34_OS]

Quote: Originally Posted by therizing02

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[therizing02]

Quote: Originally Posted by stewaat

Zones are definitely improved...will lead to more coverage sacks. Maybe one a game, which is huge IMO.

This is EXACTLY what I was waiting to hear. Based on what was said was going to be in the patch, the zone coverage improvements were the only chance the pass rush was going to be helped.

Thanks Stew.

[Brandwin]

Quote: Originally Posted by stewaat

So far so good with AA. Zones are definitely improved...will lead to more coverage sacks. Maybe one a game, which is huge IMO. Kickoff/punt coverage is vastly improved. Stadium sounds work when you play as the away team. Sliders work which will finally make AA playable because you can beef up the CPU. The patch does exactly what it said it would do IMO.

That's good to hear.

[crques]

I just noticed that a thread was just closed regarding "shelving the game until patch 2 is released." I know it's released for the 360 but as far as I know it hasn't been for the PS3. That thread probably shouldn't have been closed since PS3 guys are still waiting. Just a thought.

[therizing02]

I know it's a shot in the dark but, has anyone played enough post patch to figure out if the CPU play calling is as bad as it's been?

IMO, this was the BIGGEST problem in the game.

[sportyguyfl31]

Ive always been of the opinion that AA makes for the most realstic game as opposed to the juiced up nonsense that is heisman.

I wont be able to play until I get home unfrotunately =o(..what are the noticeable differences playing on default sliders? Is it drastic enough to make you say: "Hey with a minor tweak here and there, this sucker can play pretty darn good?"

The big thing for me is that I play a 3-4 defense where I like to bring the heat. Is that possible to do now at all?

If the coverage has improved to the point where the defenders will actually be there on a zone blitz, when a rushed throw is forced..and not just let a reciever waltz through, I'm willing to accept that since I realize the pass rush issues were not addressed at all.

[Craigsca]

Quote: Originally Posted by bluengold34

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