Madden NFL 10 Patch #1 Available, Post Impressions Here

[eaglesfan17]

Guys who don't see Vick and Favre's stats...I'm sorry to inform you, but...

I downloaded the patch this morning and noticed that I do, indeed have the broadcast cam and the option for AFL mode, but I didn't have Favre and Vick's stats. I thought, hmm...must be the roster. So I deleted my roster and went online to download the new one. I downloaded the updated roster from EA and still...no Favre or Vick stats.

I restarted my console, just in case - No stats.

I finally decided "Screw it" and decided I would try out the AFL Legacy pack since I have a few extra MS points. I downloaded it, restarted my game, and BAM I have Favre and Vick career stats.

I wonder what else was left out of the patch, but included in the AFL DLC.

[aarondramp]

I never did see...will this patch apply to online franchises that have already started?

[wrightnreyes]

i'm sure it's already been mentioned but when I throw the ball the camera seems to zoom or do something really weird. i'm sure i'll get used to it but it's kinda annoying right now,

[ChicagoChris]

I'd give the patch a solid B. About what i expected. I have noticed:

• Better run blocking. Seems the OL holds the blocks better and has better AI on whom to pick up. You can see your hole much better and the runs are more satisfying.
• Like the sideline catch cutscene
• CPU QB seems to throw less wounded ducks. I saw quite a few and sacked the QB 3 times in the first half.
• Flats are IMO addressed. Didn't seem like the FB pass was so overly effective.
• Coverage makes more sense. I was able to lob a few balls to my TE over the LB and LB did not have the superhuman catch up i hated.
• Tackling seemed smoother. Can't put a finger on it but it seemed less choppy.

As others have mentioned, I did not see:

• More penalties; i hope it is one game. Would LOVE to see me Def. pass int.
• 49er's helmet color fix (I played against them)

[CSL]

Quote: Originally Posted by eaglesfan17

Guys who don't see Vick and Favre's stats...I'm sorry to inform you, but... I downloaded the patch this morning and noticed that I do, indeed have the broadcast cam and the option for AFL mode, but I didn't have Favre and Vick's stats. I thought, hmm...must be the roster. So I deleted my roster and went online to download the new one. I downloaded the updated roster from EA and still...no Favre or Vick stats. I restarted my console, just in case - No stats. I finally decided "Screw it" and decided I would try out the AFL Legacy pack since I have a few extra MS points. I downloaded it, restarted my game, and BAM I have Favre and Vick career stats. I wonder what else was left out of the patch, but included in the AFL DLC.

Huh. Didn't notice this with the AFL stuff being there already. Interesting. I wonder if anybody will read your post before downloading the AFL stuff and could maybe expand on it a bit more.

Quote: Originally Posted by ChicagoChris

I'd give the patch a solid B. About what i expected. I have noticed: Better run blocking. Seems the OL holds the blocks better and has better AI on whom to pick up. You can see your hole much better and the runs are more satisfying. Like the sideline catch cutscene CPU QB seems to throw less wounded ducks. I saw quite a few and sacked the QB 3 times in the first half. Flats are IMO addressed. Didn't seem like the FB pass was so overly effective. Coverage makes more sense. I was able to lob a few balls to my TE over the LB and LB did not have the superhuman catch up i hated. Tackling seemed smoother. Can't put a finger on it but it seemed less choppy. As others have mentioned, I did not see: More penalties; i hope it is one game. Would LOVE to see me Def. pass int. 49er's helmet color fix (I played against them)

Judging by a lot of the reactions, I think penalties have been improved. I've hardly played any actual gameplay since the patch/Legacy update but in my first game since downloading, on the opening kickoff, there was a clipping call so looking promising.

[bomza]

Quote: Originally Posted by MattyT

Clipping is 15 yards from the spot of the foul if downfield, if I remember correctly. Thusly, the penalty occured 12 yards downfield. (+12 yds - 15 yds = -3 yds).

Oh yes, I know. This is something they got right and I was impressed with. In fact, when I broke the two tackles and ran for 40 yards I was NOT happy, thinking they had not tweaked the broken tackle thing enough. But if they leave just this one in and then call a penalty for clipping... Lol. No, actually I quite enjoyed that. This you do see all the time in the game.

[drae2]

Quote: Originally Posted by ChicagoChris

I'd give the patch a solid B. About what i expected. I have noticed: Better run blocking. Seems the OL holds the blocks better and has better AI on whom to pick up. You can see your hole much better and the runs are more satisfying. Like the sideline catch cutscene CPU QB seems to throw less wounded ducks. I saw quite a few and sacked the QB 3 times in the first half. Flats are IMO addressed. Didn't seem like the FB pass was so overly effective. Coverage makes more sense. I was able to lob a few balls to my TE over the LB and LB did not have the superhuman catch up i hated. Tackling seemed smoother. Can't put a finger on it but it seemed less choppy. As others have mentioned, I did not see: More penalties; i hope it is one game. Would LOVE to see me Def. pass int. 49er's helmet color fix (I played against them)

Okay, I just finished a half with the Bears/Eagles. My observations:

1. Maybe it's just me, but the game seems to play smoother for some reason. Again, maybe it's just me.

2. Those sideline animations and the refs are real nice.
3. For the first time that I can ever remember I had a Offensive pass interference called against me. Wow!

4. Run blocking is better like everybody else is saying, but the pass rush I'm not seeing a big improvement. And I haven't seen any suction blocking on the o-line--yet.

5. I think the broadcast cam could be better. Too far back. Don't know if this can be adjusted.

6. Hester can finally get past CB's in one on one coverage on go routes, if he is faster and rated higher than the db covering him.

7. I Did see something strange though. When the Eagles had the ball, the team info in the banner was incorrect. It was showing the Bengals info from when they came into the AFL in 1967. No big deal, just made me go, hmmmmmmm!

That's all I've seen so far with the little time I've put in so far. But I do like what I see. I'll be back with more thoughts after I play an online game.

[mizzta21]

to everyone saying the 49er helmets being fixed... they arent, as a niner fan it is very frustrating... play a night game on the road and you will still see the old dark coffee/pumpkin colored helmets... does anybody know when this will be corrected??