Some Madden NFL 18 Game Style Details Revealed - Arcade, Simulation, Competitive

[Americas Team]

Quote: Originally Posted by StefJoeHalt

You would think..but that doesn't appear to be the case anymore..they haven't adjusted the CPU play calling/playbooks since the star system was introduced..and that is likely cause single player mode isn't the norm anymore..so it adversely effects us single mode players..I have heard many posters here who I respect their opinion and knowledge, who say this game is best played HUM vs HUM..and that is due to they way they (EA) tone the game..and to be fair it isn't just Madden but all games are moving away from single player mode which makes me an old "fart" who only plays that way lol..but maybe I'll get lucky and be wrong but not holding my breath Edit: in my perfect world..game should be toned by CPU vs CPU.. Sent from my iPhone using Operation Sports

In Franchise mode it should be assumed most games will be user vs. cpu and they should tune the game accordingly.

[roadman]

Quote: Originally Posted by Americas Team

In Franchise mode it should be assumed most games will be user vs. cpu and they should tune the game accordingly.

That might be true, but ratings play out more realistically in a CPU vs CPU game. It's more difficult to define in user vs cpu setups.

[DeuceDouglas]

I could be wrong but I think these tweets are likely related.

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@jfsolo23 @KoolaidTheGreat @TheBlackPH03N1X My usual on simulation 2 per game. Reason: Lower drop INT chance on competitive. I get 3 bad reads per game that are dropped by LB's on sim — Rex Dickson (@RexDEAFootball) May 14, 2017

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@XclusivePatriot @raw1219 The AI no longer swat when they have an 'open' play on the ball in M18. — Rex Dickson (@RexDEAFootball) May 22, 2017

Could be seeing a lot more dropped picks on both sides because of this which shouldn't be too big of a deal. Hopefully on the Sim setting though the AI QB's are more competent and use the new mechanic in a smart manner to avoid throwing right at defenders.

[TheBleedingRed21]

I never play CPU and play in online franchise so I'm just hoping WE get the ability to throw away from defenders in a tight area. That's all I personally need but hope the offline guys get CPU improvements on that end.

[SteelD34KC]

If they would just fix the damn playbooks and playcalling the CPU would really be a challenge.

I cant tell you how many times Ive seen them blitz when my WR1 or WR2 has literally punted there CB in press coverage.

You would think they would learn, but the CPU doesnt.

Plus the amount of plays there "Able" to call is so redicilously low. You fix this, and Im thinking the game will be very, very good.

If not? RIP CFM.

[Americas Team]

Quote: Originally Posted by SteelD34KC

If they would just fix the damn playbooks and playcalling the CPU would really be a challenge. I cant tell you how many times Ive seen them blitz when my WR1 or WR2 has literally punted there CB in press coverage. You would think they would learn, but the CPU doesnt. Plus the amount of plays there "Able" to call is so redicilously low. You fix this, and Im thinking the game will be very, very good. If not? RIP CFM.

Madden 17 would have been way more difficult if it wasn't for the horrible defensive play calling where the left DB would press the receiver with no help over the top resulting in wide open streaks multiple times a game.

[SteelD34KC]

Quote: Originally Posted by Americas Team

Madden 17 would have been way more difficult if it wasn't for the horrible defensive play calling where the left DB would press the receiver with no help over the top resulting in wide open streaks multiple times a game.

Yep had a receiver one game get 10 receptions for 327 yards and 10 TDs.

Really? On All Madden?!?

[Critical Kills]

I've had a lot of time with Madden 17 and this streak "bug" is bogus. Perhaps it occurs if you glitch but I just play the game normally.