Madden NFL 12 Demo Available Now, Post Impressions Here (360, PS3)

[cursive]

So far I played 3 games of the Demo, two as the Packers and one with the Bears. The Demo plays a lot different from NCAA 12 and very different from Madden 11 as well.

First thing I noted that the Zones while better then Madden 11, they aren’t as tight as NCAA 12. It almost seems like Defenders will sit in the zone and lean in the direction of incoming Receivers. Unlike in NCAA where the Defenders will jump from Receiver to Receiver, and cover them tight while they are in their zone. I almost felt like the Defenders in the Madden Demo sat back a little more but would close faster than NCAA. The windows to pass are there, but if you throw it to late a defender will get there.

I also felt like Greg Jennings was getting separation a million times better than any other WR and had over 10 catches in each of my games. On the Bears side, given enough time I felt like Hester and Knox could almost always get behind the coverage. Like someone else I think already mention your players game changes dramatically, don’t let Cutler get sacked cause his ability drops like a straight chump.

As far as the run game, I wasn’t able to break anything big with Forte yet, but I did like running draws and delays with the Packers. Setting up plays works a lot better so far but maybe that’s because I haven’t found anything overly effective. My impressions so far I think it’s okay, but it’s just a matter of time to get used to it and know the teams and playbooks. I feel like the Demo isn’t really enough to make a good judgment.

[Yeah...THAT Guy]

Quote: Originally Posted by bucky60

This still happens far to often in Madden. 3rd and 25 should be difficult to convert for both the User and the CPU. It should be a very rare conversion.

Lol it happened one time in about 5 games that I've played. It isn't easy. Sometimes you can squeeze a ball in but not often. Especially with Cutler. I've already landed a few passes at receiver's feet with him.

[SilverChaosVII]

Just had a game go into double OT... wowzers.

Fun game. About the equivalent to the current NCAA in my opinion

[Spanky]

Quote: Originally Posted by S C 0 0 Z E

I hate the "halftime show", I think it is pointless. Where is Chris Berman when you need him?

He's with Leather.

[Spanky]

Quote: Originally Posted by SilverChaosVII

Just had a game go into double OT... wowzers. Fun game. About the equivalent to the current NCAA in my opinion

Double OT? So the demo is considered a playoff game and not a regular season game?

[sportsgamefanman]

For the record last year I loved NCAA and this year there are to many game killers for me with long ball etc.

Last year just like every year since its 1st edition of madden I bought madden on release day. Last year I did not like the game. I took it back the very next day. I played my 1st game online after I got it and I won a game 56-49 or something with 4 returned kickoffs from me and 3 by my opponent for td's. So, I played ncaa every year and that was the 1st year I did not play madden.

I just played a few games on the demo and after taking a year off it is truly amazing how far its come in a 2 year period! The presentation really sucks you in and I can only see that getting better in retail with the addition of the crowd, commentary, and music. The entrances blow NCAA out of the water and I love the cameras on the field. What was really cool was the music at the end of the game stating this has been a production by the NFL and all rights are reserved just like you see on TV. That was cool...

The game play is solid! I love the DPP! I got a couple sacks on Cutler early and he was hurrying throws and taking off with no pressure. The passing game seems like it has really had some work done and improved. There is no deep ball issue like NCAA and this is supposedly a early build. I can't wait to get this game at midnight and play the retail version and have a NFL game back in my console after a 2 year hiatus!!!

I do think slow speed is the way to go though IMO... Normal speed seems to fast to me... Oh, I also liked the new nickel and dime plays. Not sure if that was in last year as like I said I took it off but I really like that there are some different plays then the same ones we have seen since the earlier years...

[Broncos86]

Quote: Originally Posted by Spanky

Double OT? So the demo is considered a playoff game and not a regular season game?

Likely a re-creation of last year's NFC game?

[Mike Smoove]

Quote: Originally Posted by jagsrock95

Wow! This might not be the madden we have all dreamed about but it's pretty freakin good. -First off its hard not to notice the beautiful presentation. It's amazing and I have to give it to EA for going all out on it this year. Madden 11 and Madden 12 don't even look close to the same. - Player models are fantastic and facial expression and eyes look great. - Compared to NCAA 12 the players seem like they have more weight to them and don't slide around so much. -less zig zagging as well -Defense is back and I love it, although I did see some super linebackers but overall its better because of the improved zone and pass rush. - offensively running the ball feels great but passing still seems a bit off. Some reason it just seems like you have a lack of control over your passes still. -I still don't like that theres no other way too know your DPP than to pause the game - The camera angles really make this game, absolutely love them -one thing that surprised me was the audio, it's actually really good. The crowd sounds so much better than NCAA 12 and actually reacts pretty well to plays. My first game I was getting blown out by the packers and by the third touchdown they started booing louder. In contrast when I scored the crowed erupted. also the stadium tunes between timeouts and kickoffs sound pretty sweet too. This game really doesn't even need commentary at this point, Im probably going to turn it off when I get the game and pump up the on field and crowd volume. -Overall this game seems to have a really big factor that NCAA 12 is missing, "Atmosphere" this game really does get you pumped up. The opening presentation is amazing and then during the game there is a certain authenticity and atmosphere that has been missing for years.Im impressed and while I understand there are flaws I'm still very happy with the outcome of this years game. For the first time in a long time I'm excited for Maddens future. If the team continues to produce work like this from this game onwards I can see Madden making its way back from tired old sports franchise to Best Sports Franchise.

Love this post, and yes atmosphere is fantastic.