These sliders are based on my Hidden Balance Theory (corny, I know) which was formed 20 years ago with the belief that Madden's sliders perform a sort of tug-and-pull under the hood. For example, increasing QB accuracy will secretly boost pass coverage and potentially dampen WR catching as the game attempts to maintain a "Hidden Balance".
I applied this theory to M23's sliders to help mitigate the widely known interception problem until it was officially addressed by Tiburon via a title update/patch. So far, I've been pleased with the results.
Here are the sliders:
VERSION 1.0
Spoiler
All Pro: CPU/USER
QB Accuracy = 20 Fumbles = 80
Reaction Time = 80
Interceptions = 80
Pass Coverage = 80
All others at default (50)
Situational Adjutsments (based on feedback)
-- IF Hum run game too easy:
Hum Run Blocking = 20
CPU tackling = 80
-- IF CPU run game too weak:
CPU Run Blocking = 80
HUM Tackling = 20
10-minute QTRS
Penalties: Roughing the Passer at 40, all others at 99 or "On"
Injury/Fatigue/Speed Threshold: 10/75/95
12-minute QTRS
Penalties: Roughing the Passer at 45, all others at 99 or "On"
Injury/Fatigue/Speed Threshold: 10/75/95
What I Believe You'll See
- Fewer interceptions from CPU QBs
- CPU QB is unafraid to take shots deep
- Fewer ints by the user outside of completely ill-advised throws
- Very Busy, intense pass rush, DL using a variety of moves to shed blocks
- WR is being more aggressive, competing for 50/50 balls
- Nice, realistic flow to CPU vs CPU contests, lead changes, and dramatic finishes
Tips
- Make smart throws and reads. Play within the abilities of your QB
- Get the ball out
- If you have an elite WR1, trust him to make plays against single-man coverage
- If using an average/below average passer, find a rhythm with high-percentage throws
- Invest in the OT position in your CFM as elite edge rushers can/will be a pain
- Commit to the run game even if being stopped early, chunk gains will come.
- Pay attention to matchups. Don't test Sauce Gardner with a sub-70 OVR wideout
Final Note
I know these settings defy logic at first glance but try them out first. Feel free to make tweaks to adjust to your style of play but I believe you'll enjoy this set as a base, especially if you like to spectate or play Coach Mode. I welcome all feedback and constructive criticism.
Thanks, guys!
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Here's some footage I threw together from my testing. Trying to get used to this content creation stuff so forgive the rough edges. Shown in the footage are some examples of contested catches, WR aggression, tight window completions, pass pressure, and overall game speed with these sliders. I will be adding this to the OP as well:
09-04-2022, 02:57 PM
