Quarterback Auto Move "OPTION"

[Zastrin]

Madden 12 should have QB Auto Move in the pocket. Have it as an option to turn on and off. The CPU can move the QB around in the pocket while you make your reads and go through progressions of the defense - have the CPU go by the player's tendency. If its Michael Vick, he will run, if its Kerry Collins he wont. I feel this would add realism, because there would be a true blindside to the QB and you may see that rusher coming off the edge but the CPU auto moving the QB wont and you will have to take the sack instead of skittering away like you would do unrealistically cause hes coming from behind you. That is simulation football, can't argue about that.

Opinions?

Please don't bash, I want to suggest anything to make Madden a better game, just like you guys.

[mestevo]

I don't think the CPU playing QB for you is 'simulation football'. If you are watching your blindside you aren't making reads, it's give and take. The Madden camera view is more simulation than proponents of other views would like to admit.

[Zastrin]

Quote: Originally Posted by mestevo

I don't think the CPU playing QB for you is 'simulation football'. If you are watching your blindside you aren't making reads, it's give and take. The Madden camera view is more simulation than proponents of other views would like to admit.

The CPU doesn't have total control over the QB, this idea is to just have him move around according to his tendencies. And you have control of his throwing and decision making.

Perhaps you have tunnel vision? Because even when I am making my reads down field... my peripheral vision can pick up that pass rusher coming off the edge from BEHIND my QB.... this is an idea to make it a little more realistic.

[canes21]

Quote: Originally Posted by mestevo

I don't think the CPU playing QB for you is 'simulation football'. If you are watching your blindside you aren't making reads, it's give and take. The Madden camera view is more simulation than proponents of other views would like to admit.

I really don't see how being able to see the whole pocket, my blindside, all my receivers, and both sidelines at once is simulation.

[BlackJack_Williams]

Quote: Originally Posted by canes21

I really don't see how being able to see the whole pocket, my blindside, all my receivers, and both sidelines at once is simulation.

This right here.

[steelersfan77]

Meh, I brought this up a while back in another thread.

QB Auto Movement feature:

Positives:

-It would allow you to look downfield and pay complete attention to recievers and pass coverage without worrying about the defensive rush around your QB.

-The Auto movement could be based off of different ratings, for example, pocket presence and elusiveness.

-It would add to the beauty of replays with the new broadcast camera system in place.

-This feature could be used in online matchups. It would prevent the gamer from taking the snap, dropping back 20 yards and throwing a perfect strike to a reciever while attempting a ballerina move.

Look, if you don't make the proper reads and hold the ball too long you're going to get sacked. As it stands right now your attention to detail down the field takes aways the users ability to make the right moves in the pocket. Watch a replay in Madden. I think it would add a simulation type atmosphere to the game. Even as it stands right now there isn't much movement out of the QB in Madden. A simple 5 step drop and some knee bending equals not realistic. Hell, even the knee bending (squatting), whatever you want to call it along with the throwing motion needs work.

Full control of the QB would be given back to the user (controller vibration) after the QB auto move feature crosses the line of scrimmage (if the QB makes it to the LOS) and the QB becomes a running back. Then it's take the hit or slide down, your choice.

[Zastrin]

Quote: Originally Posted by steelersfan77

Meh, I brought this up a while back in another thread. QB Auto Movement feature: Positives: -It would allow you to look downfield and pay complete attention to recievers and pass coverage without worrying about the defensive rush around your QB. -The Auto movement could be based off of different ratings, for example, pocket presence and elusiveness. -It would add to the beauty of replays with the new broadcast camera system in place. -This feature could be used in online matchups. It would prevent the gamer from taking the snap, dropping back 20 yards and throwing a perfect strike to a reciever while attempting a ballerina move. Look, if you don't make the proper reads and hold the ball too long you're going to get sacked. As it stands right now your attention to detail down the field takes aways the users ability to make the right moves in the pocket. Watch a replay in Madden. I think it would add a simulation type atmosphere to the game. Even as it stands right now there isn't much movement out of the QB in Madden. A simple 5 step drop and some knee bending equals not realistic. Hell, even the knee bending (squatting), whatever you want to call it along with the throwing motion needs work. Full control of the QB would be given back to the user (controller vibration) after the QB auto move feature crosses the line of scrimmage (if the QB makes it to the LOS) and the QB becomes a running back. Then it's take the hit or slide down, your choice.

Exactly, its so unrealistic when you have Dwight Freeney coming from behind you full speed and the QB is looking up field and you just take off with him. It should be auto movement. Force you to play just like that QB is supposed to be played. If you're using Michael Vick, he will run around in the pocket and scramble to the outside - and even though it is Auto Movement, we can decide to take off with him and run for yards or continue looking downfield to make a play with a Wide Reciever.

[CFTejada]

^^^ I want to play the game not have the CPU Dictate for me If I should scramble or not....the reason the Auto drop back was put it was because of the QB DRAW exploit but that just made it easier for nano's to get in...

It is however easier to throw quick passes & run with the QB if your under center for example ( SINGLEBACK TIGHT SNUGS )....

the drop back animation should be taken out IMO but if users decided to run back 20 yards or towards the sidelines & across their bodies passes should be way off target but then you'll have the people who will complain so at the end of the day no body wins......