Madden NFL 10 Franchise Mode Improvements: Part 2 Q&A

[AndyBernard]

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Q: Will coaches effect progression? For example it seemed like the Ravens and Steelers could draft LBer after LBer and most of them would become at least solid players. A: Coaches, especially elite coaches, do impact a player’s ratings in Franchise Mode. Coaches like D. LeBeau will give a constant increase to certain player ratings in-game and when games are simmed, effectively making players on their team better all the time. You can see the impact they make in the player management screen. You’ll notice a little plus sign and a number next to the ratings they are increasing.

awesome. it actually matters who you have as coaches.

next year, have it effect how you scout, and good to go.


Andy was very impressed with the blog, and really likes how they are focusing on the little things of franchise mode to make it enjoyable again.

[mikeveli20]

Just read the blog. Pretty much exactly what I was expecting. Some very good and in depth info about the improved AI logic in several areas, but no mention of any additions (aside from the UI) or requested features.

I highly doubt the answers for those were held back for marketing reasons and were simply left out just because the answer was no. It's not like by announcing in two weeks that you can get fired or change teams in franchise mode is going to sell an extra 50,000 copies of the game.

There were a bunch of questions compiled in FadeEmAll's post that could easily be answered with simply a yes or no answer so I don't think lack of time had anything to do with it either. The amount of time it took to write the last two questions/answers could have been used to say yes or no to things like IR freeing up a roster spot or whether or not there is dynamic attendance.

Overall it was a good read and I'm glad they fixed the foundation of the mode, but the fact that no new information/features were released in this blog leads me to believe that there isn't anything left to reveal. Can't say I'm not disappointed as I was hoping for big things for Madden's 10 franchise mode, but I'm sure the game will still be more enjoyable than it has been for the past several years and I look forward to playing it.

[MattIntellect]

Quote: Originally Posted by fourthreemafia

You just had that fanboy attitude acting like everyone should be happy. Im going to drop it. Im not bashing EA this year. They deserve credit. Im just saying this blog was a let down. (no, not because of the players-coaches thing either)

It's all about avoiding unnecessary arguments that have been occurring nearly every day here.

Also, I'm not really a "fanboy" of anything and everyone will NEVER be happy.

[fourthreemafia]

Quote: Originally Posted by MattIntellect

It's all about avoiding unnecessary arguments that have been occurring nearly every day here. Also, I'm not really a "fanboy" of anything and everyone will NEVER be happy.

Thats fine, but I wasnt bashing the game or EA. Just gave my honest thoughts on it.

And the people bashing me for talking about the players-coaches thing are the only ones making a big deal out of it. All I said was that part kinda irked me. Never said it was the end of the world.

[sois]

Quote: Originally Posted by Broncos86

This statement is bizarre to me. This year is the first that we saw such a huge interaction with the community. In years past, I NEVER had this much info about Madden, nor this much dialogue straight from the devs. So I find it funny that, all of a sudden, the community expects every single nuance and tidbit about the game to be spelled out. I like finding out, too, because I'm pumped for the game. But at what point are we taking for granted what we're given?

Yes, this interaction is new, but it actually may be the way companies and consumers communicate from here on out. There would be a very negative reaction if the EA team just said "screw you, we're back behind closed doors, you will find out what you need when the game comes out."

I don't play many other games, but if this becomes somewhat of an industry standard, then we may just be heading in a more consumer friendly direction anyway.

There is more $$$ hanging in the balance than in the past. Were you really this eager for Madden 1999? I would wager not. The game might be changing.

[MattIntellect]

Quote: Originally Posted by fourthreemafia

Thats fine, but I wasnt bashing the game or EA. Just gave my honest thoughts on it. And the people bashing me for talking about the players-coaches thing are the only ones making a big deal out of it. All I said was that part kinda irked me. Never said it was the end of the world.

I know that you weren't bashing the game, but you only stated that you wasn't going to buy the game because of your personal preferences. It's okay, but IMO, I would suggest that you at least rent it or give it a try.

*Not trying to persuade you and go back and forth on this, just my opinion.*

[roadman]

Quote: Originally Posted by fourthreemafia

Look, here is the bottom line... I dont REALLY care about the players-coaches thing. I brought it up because I dont want to see Tom Brady, Peyton Manning and Ty Law as coaches in 2020. Not a game killer, but unrealstic and annoying. Randomly generated coaches would be much better IMO. THat has nothing to do with why I wont buy the game. It just isnt where I think it should be, and if Im going to sink my time and money into a game, it better be up to standards. What I was looking for this year are some fixes in gameplay, presentation and franchise. Presentation, check. Gameplay and franchise, while they are both obviously better, still dont impress me all that much. And yes, you can tell quite a bit from just watching it. I give EA a TON of credit. Unlike past years when Ive been furious at their lack of effort, I think they did the best they could, but sadly, it just doesnt meet expectations just yet. If it meets other peoples, so be it and I respect that. I believe the game will be fun and a step in the right direction. But worth $60 and an investment of time...not from what Ive seen, at least not this year.

I would think you might give it a rent, at least. That way, you can form your opinion better than on the net. Small investment for a week and you can return it vs huge investment and let down.(not saying you can't form an opinion by just watching on the net, but for me, I need it in my hands before I let something or someone else decide)

That's just my opinion, though.

[Glenn33]

I love these changes. Really I do. I wasn't expecting a complete overhaul - I just wanted changes that weren't cosmetic...and the team delivered. I am REALLY excited for Madden this year.