Flazko's Madden 18 Sliders and Settings

[Flazko]

FLAZKO'S NFL MADDEN 18 SLIDERS & SETTINGS







Welcome to Flazko's Madden 18 Sliders & Settings Thread. I'm back again with a slider set and settings I hope will give you authentic NFL simulation style gameplay! This year I plan to make the game as realistic and challenging as I can. All sliders and settings are what I use and / or prefer in order to get true simulation gameplay. Each setting and slider is essential in making sure you see the exact same results I see so please use everything as listed. After giving everything a whirl, you may adjust any slider or setting to your preferences. You are more than welcome to join the thread in healthy Madden conversations! Let's make Madden 18 a great year of simulation football!!








IMPORTANT! (PLEASE READ BELOW!)

- Like many other threads on Operation Sports, Any comments along the lines of "It's too easy", "it's too hard", "these sliders suck" will be ignored. Advice will only be given to those with legitimate issues. Please provide proof via picture or video of issues. Broad complaints will be ignored. Use my sliders as is or as a base to tune gameplay to your liking. Sliders are never perfect for everyone. It's your responsibility to adjust any slider to best fit what you would like to see.

- Absolutely NO bullying / inappropriate conversations / trolling. It will not be tolerated. You will be ignored and reported to an admin!

- The game plays as realistic as you make it. Be fair to the cpu. Play competitively but do not use cheese plays or glitches /exploits.

- Input Sliders in Main Menu, then import in Connected Franchise.

- All sliders and settings are the same in Main Menu as in Connected Franchise unless specified.










Penalties

Penalties are a huge part of the game, they at times negate a big play / score or give a team a lucky break and a fresh set of downs. These are designed to best replicate the likelihood of penalties that are called in "Real Life" games. Some Penalties listed have a specific value in CFM.

Offside: 65
False Start: 55
Offensive Holding: 70
Defensive Holding: 85
Facemask: 55 (52 in CFM)
Illegal Block In The Back: 50 (51 in CFM)
Roughing The Passer: 50 (51 in CFM)
Defensive Pass Interference: 80
Offensive Pass Interference: On
Kick Catch Interference: On
Intentional Grounding: On
Roughing The Kicker: On
Running Into The Kicker: On




Auto Subs

I worked hard to get good ratations for RBs, WRs, LBs, DTs, DEs. I think I found the magic formula to get realistic substitutions / rotations. Numbers may look high but trust me they work!
Fatigue: 55-65 (Your Choice)

Out / In

QB: 0/1
RB: 88/92
WR: 90/93
FB/TE: 20/25
OL: 0/1

DT: 95/97
DE: 95/97
LB: 92/95
CB: 55/60
S: 40/45



All-Pro Set (Blue Set)


Skill Level: All-Pro
Game Style: Simulation
Quarter Length: 10 Minutes
Play Clock: On
Accelerated Clock: On
Minimum Play Clock: 25 Seconds
Game Speed: NORMAL or FAST (Your Choice)
Auto Flip Defensive Play Call: Off
Ball Hawk: Off
Auto Strafe: Off
Heat Seeker: Off
Switch Assist: On (User Preference)
Coach Mode: Off
Injury: 25
Fatigue: 65
Player Speed Parity Scale: 50



FOCUS POINTS OF ALL-PRO SLIDER SET:
#1 Errant Passes.
#2 Balance in Running Game For Both User / CPU.
#3 Dropped Catches.
#4 Occasional Broken Tackles.
#5 Occasional Missed Field Goals.
#6 Often Touchbacks on Kickoffs.
Ratings will play out and matter. Elite players will stand out when Shedding Blocks, Catching, Passing, Tackling, Pass / Run Blocking, Breaking Tackles, Ect.




*These sliders are designed for User vs CPU games. They are created to give you a challenging but yet realistic feel.



USER SLIDERS

QB Accuracy: 35
Pass Blocking: 30
WR Catching: 45

Run Blocking: 35
Fumbles: 50

Pass Reaction: 50
Interceptions: 40
Pass Coverage: 55

Tackling: 50

FG Power: 55
FG Accuracy: 40
Punt Power: 55
Punt Accuracy: 90
Kickoff Power: 60



CPU SLIDERS

QB Accuracy: 50
Pass Blocking: 65
WR Catching: 45

Run Blocking: 85
Fumbles: 50

Pass Reaction: 100
Interceptions: 40
Pass Coverage: 85

Tackling: 50

FG Power: 55
FG Accuracy: 40
Punt Power: 55
Punt Accuracy: 90
Kickoff Power: 60




All-Madden Set (Purple Set)



Skill Level: All-Madden
Game Style: Simulation
Quarter Length: 15 Minutes
Play Clock: On
Accelerated Clock: On
Minimum Play Clock: 20 Seconds
Game Speed: NORMAL or SLOW (Your Choice)
Auto Flip Defensive Play Call: User Preference
Ball Hawk: User Preference
Auto Strafe: User Preference
Heat Seeker: User Preference
Switch Assist: User Preference
Coach Mode: Off
Injury: 15
Fatigue: 60
Player Speed Parity Scale: 50 (90 is also good for this set)

FOCUS POINT OF ALL-MADDEN SET: For those who want an All-Madden challenge without the All-Madden "Cheese". This set is to try balancing the boost that the CPU is given.



*These sliders are designed for User vs CPU games.


USER SLIDERS


QB Accuracy: 50
Pass Blocking: 90
WR Catching: 50

Run Blocking: 55
Fumbles: 55

Pass Reaction: 80
Interceptions: 50
Pass Coverage: 80

Tackling: 65

FG Power: 55
FG Accuracy: 35
Punt Power: 55
Punt Accuracy: 90
Kickoff Power: 60


CPU SLIDERS

QB Accuracy: 10
Pass Blocking: 40
WR Catching: 40

Run Blocking: 40
Fumbles: 45

Pass Reaction: 20
Interceptions: 25
Pass Coverage: 20

Tackling: 40

FG Power: 55
FG Accuracy: 35
Punt Power: 55
Punt Accuracy: 90
Kickoff Power: 60




*Bonus Slider Sets*




Secret Sauce Set (Red Set)



Skill Level: All-Pro
Game Style: Simulation
Quarter Length: 10 Minutes
Play Clock: On
Accelerated Clock: On
Minimum Play Clock: 25 Seconds
Game Speed: NORMAL (FAST is also good)
Auto Flip Defensive Play Call: Off
Ball Hawk: Off
Auto Strafe: Off
Heat Seeker: Off
Switch Assist: On
Coach Mode: Off
Injury: 25
Fatigue: 65
Player Speed Parity Scale: 50
*My Penalties
*My Auto Subs
*TDawg's XP Sliders

*These sliders are designed for User vs CPU games.

USER SLIDERS

QB Accuracy: 50
Pass Blocking: 50
WR Catching: 50

Run Blocking: 100
Fumbles: 50

Pass Reaction: 100
Interceptions: 50
Pass Coverage: 100

Tackling: 100

FG Power: 55
FG Accuracy: 40
Punt Power: 55
Punt Accuracy: 90
Kickoff Power: 60



CPU SLIDERS

QB Accuracy: 50
Pass Blocking: 50
WR Catching: 50

Run Blocking: 100
Fumbles: 50

Pass Reaction: 100
Interceptions: 50
Pass Coverage: 100

Tackling: 100

FG Power: 55
FG Accuracy: 40
Punt Power: 55
Punt Accuracy: 90
Kickoff Power: 60






Money $et (Green Set)



Skill Level: All-Madden
Game Style: Simulation
Quarter Length: 15 Minutes
Play Clock: On
Accelerated Clock: On
Minimum Play Clock: 20 Seconds
Game Speed: SLOW
Auto Flip Defensive Play Call: Off
Ball Hawk: On
Auto Strafe: Off
Heat Seeker: On
Switch Assist: On
Coach Mode: Off
Injury: 15
Fatigue: 60
Player Speed Parity Scale: 100 (100 makes the gameplay a true "game of inches")
*My Penalties
*My Auto Subs
*TDawg's XP Sliders

*These sliders are designed for User vs CPU games.

USER SLIDERS

QB Accuracy: 50
Pass Blocking: 100
WR Catching: 45

Run Blocking: 100
Fumbles: 55

Pass Reaction: 100
Interceptions: 25
Pass Coverage: 100

Tackling: 100

FG Power: 55
FG Accuracy: 35
Punt Power: 55
Punt Accuracy: 90
Kickoff Power: 60



CPU SLIDERS

QB Accuracy: 10
Pass Blocking: 100
WR Catching: 45

Run Blocking: 100
Fumbles: 55

Pass Reaction: 100
Interceptions: 25
Pass Coverage: 100

Tackling: 100

FG Power: 55
FG Accuracy: 35
Punt Power: 55
Punt Accuracy: 90
Kickoff Power: 60




What Does Flazko Use?
(These are the exact Sliders and Penalties I use for my Franchise. I get a lot of questions asking what sliders I use, so I decided to share.)


Skill Level: All-Madden
Game Style: Simulation
Quarter Length: 15 Minutes
Play Clock: On
Accelerated Clock: On
Minimum Play Clock: 20 Seconds
Game Speed: SLOW
Auto Flip Defensive Play Call: Off
Ball Hawk: On
Auto Strafe: Off
Heat Seeker: On
Switch Assist: On
Coach Mode: Off
Injury: 15
Fatigue: 60
Player Speed Parity Scale: 90

*My Auto Subs
*TDawg's XP Sliders


USER SLIDERS

QB Accuracy: 50
Pass Blocking: 100
WR Catching: 80

Run Blocking: 60
Fumbles: 75

Pass Reaction: 85
Interceptions: 50
Pass Coverage: 85

Tackling: 75

FG Power: 55
FG Accuracy: 35
Punt Power: 55
Punt Accuracy: 90
Kickoff Power: 60



CPU SLIDERS

QB Accuracy: 10
Pass Blocking: 40
WR Catching: 40

Run Blocking: 45
Fumbles: 25

Pass Reaction: 45
Interceptions: 25
Pass Coverage: 45

Tackling: 25

FG Power: 55
FG Accuracy: 35
Punt Power: 55
Punt Accuracy: 90
Kickoff Power: 60


Offside: 65
False Start: 55
Offensive Holding: 65
Defensive Holding: 85
Facemask: 53
Illegal Block In The Back: 51
Roughing The Passer: 51
Defensive Pass Interference: 80
Offensive Pass Interference: On
Kick Catch Interference: On
Intentional Grounding: On
Roughing The Kicker: On
Running Into The Kicker: On





Visual Feedback

Play Call Style: Enhanced (User Preference)
On Field Visual Feedback: User Preference
Defensive Pass Coverage Assist: Off
Receiver Visual Assist: Off
Coaching Tips: Off
Camera Toggle: Off
Passing Cam: Off (User Preference)
Offense & Defense Camera Settings: Standard (User Preference)




XP Sliders

(These are TDawg's XP Sliders, they are the best XP Sliders year after year in my opinion.)
LINK TO TDAWG'S THREAD: http://forums.operationsports.com/fo...d.php?t=913255



Player Progression Frequency: Every Four Weeks





Audio Settings

(These settings are to reflect watching a real NFL game on TV)

Master Volume - 100
In-Game Commentary - 95
Stadium Speakers - 85
Crowd Volume - 100
On The Field - 80
Menu Music - 100
Menu SFX - 50





QB Trait Edits
Here is a link to my roster thread where I post details / directions about QB Trait Edits that can help make gameplay more realistic. THIS IS NOT MANDATORY IN ORDER TO USE MY SLIDERS. THIS IS SIMPLY A TIP TO HELP MAKE THE GAME BETTER.
http://forums.operationsports.com/fo...d.php?t=915288

[Flazko]

I'm back... Well Sort of....

This year I intend to stick with Default All-Pro sliders while using the new Simulation Game style setting. This thread is entirely to share my personally settings and sliders for those who are curious. I don't intended in messing with the actual sliders this year, I really would like to enjoy the game for what it's worth and get through full franchise seasons. Creating slider sets is such hard work and very time consuming. The sad reality is that Madden well never play "perfect" realistic football, it's just not possible... yet anyways ... Due to actual programming of the game. Of course, many of us on Operation Sports love the challenge of trying to tune the game as best as we can to help make a fun and realistic experience for the community. That said, I have done so much work over the years and it's become exhausting, it's taken away time from actually enjoying the game. I personally would love to enjoy this year of Madden football and not be so picky. Yes there are going to be a bit of BS things that occur. At the end of the day It is a video game.

At the end of Madden 17's life cycle I did see some great things from default All-Pro sliders. This made me investigate a little more online and on YouTube about what exactly the Devs recommend for the best Simulation experience. I chatted with people I feel are reliable sources and viewed videos of different people's breakdown film studies and videos of people sharing their opinions. We all just want ratings to matter and see some of the things that happen in real life! The most frustrating part about making a slider set is that it can totally change in a week, EA releases new updates and tuners that throw off the whole set consistently. The second you figure out an issue, an update / tuner comes along to ruin your progression. This forces most of us to continuously restart our Connected Franchise over and over and over again... I just don't want to go through that cycle this year.

I've seen many guys in the community see great results from default sliders. Some may think All-Pro is "too easy", that may be true, but I'm not looking for what's easy or hard, I'm looking for what's fun and most realistic as possible. I'm looking for what gives me the best simulation experience.. All-Madden is just unfair and gives a crazy boost to the cpu so I don't intend on using it this year. I've been an All-Pro fan for years and now there's a Simulation style setting that I've personally been begging for. I'm excited for this year of Madden.

I realized my quest for perfection is unrealistic, but that won't stop me from possibly experimenting this year. I truly intend to stick it out with default All-Pro settings as I think that's what the Devs recommend. It's where they do their tuning and suggest it gives the best results .... BUT ... if I do feel default settings aren't cutting it for me and I'm to the point where I'm not enjoying my money spent on this game.... I will start tweaking sliders and going back to the "lab"... Lets hope I don't have to go there (which many of you are probably hoping it goes there lol). For the most part, don't expect drastic changes to settings and sliders. I would like to stay as default as I can.. This thread is mostly just to share what settings and sliders I use but I will adjust any slider I feel needs adjusting. I can't say I will never tweak any slider this year so please don't quote me on that... let's just see what happens.

I hope most of you return to my thread from last year. We had some great personalities and some great communication going on. This season I will not tolerate any bullying or inappropriate chatter. Let's keep this thread friendly..

[DoubleTxL]

Do the devs ever consider coach mode/cpu vs. cpu when tuning the default slider settings?

[Flazko]

Quote: Originally Posted by DoubleTxL

Do the devs ever consider coach mode/cpu vs. cpu when tuning the default slider settings?

I do not have a definitive answer for you my friend. If you have a Twitter, I encourage you to ask one of the Devs, they usually respond to most people.

[Ren The Conqueror]

Quote: Originally Posted by Flazko

I'm back... Well Sort of.... This year I intend to stick with Default All-Pro sliders while using the new Simulation Game style setting. This thread is entirely to share my personally settings and sliders for those who are curious. I don't intended in messing with the actual sliders this year, I really would like to enjoy the game for what it's worth and get through full franchise seasons. Creating slider sets is such hard work and very time consuming. The sad reality is that Madden well never play "perfect" realistic football, it's just not possible... yet anyways ... Due to actual programming of the game. Of course, many of us on Operation Sports love the challenge of trying to tune the game as best as we can to help make a fun and realistic experience for the community. That said, I have done so much work over the years and it's become exhausting, it's taken away time from actually enjoying the game. I personally would love to enjoy this year of Madden football and not be so picky. Yes there are going to be a bit of BS things that occur. At the end of the day It is a video game. At the end of Madden 17's life cycle I did see some great things from default All-Pro sliders. This made me investigate a little more online and on YouTube about what exactly the Devs recommend for the best Simulation experience. I chatted with people I feel are reliable sources and viewed videos of different people's breakdown film studies and videos of people sharing their opinions. We all just want ratings to matter and see some of the things that happen in real life! The most frustrating part about making a slider set is that it can totally change in a week, EA releases new updates and tuners that throw off the whole set consistently. The second you figure out an issue, an update / tuner comes along to ruin your progression. This forces most of us to continuously restart our Connected Franchise over and over and over again... I just don't want to go through that cycle this year. I've seen many guys in the community see great results from default sliders. Some may think All-Pro is "too easy", that may be true, but I'm not looking for what's easy or hard, I'm looking for what's fun and most realistic as possible. I'm looking for what gives me the best simulation experience.. All-Madden is just unfair and gives a crazy boost to the cpu so I don't intend on using it this year. I've been an All-Pro fan for years and now there's a Simulation style setting that I've personally been begging for. I'm excited for this year of Madden. I realized my quest for perfection is unrealistic, but that won't stop me from possibly experimenting this year. I truly intend to stick it out with default All-Pro settings as I think that's what the Devs recommend. It's where they do their tuning and suggest it gives the best results .... BUT ... if I do feel default settings aren't cutting it for me and I'm to the point where I'm not enjoying my money spent on this game.... I will start tweaking sliders and going back to the "lab"... Lets hope I don't have to go there (which many of you are probably hoping it goes there lol). For the most part, don't expect drastic changes to settings and sliders. I would like to stay as default as I can.. This thread is mostly just to share what settings and sliders I use but I will adjust any slider I feel needs adjusting. I can't say I will never tweak any slider this year so please don't quote me on that... let's just see what happens. I hope most of you return to my thread from last year. We had some great personalities and some great communication going on. This season I will not tolerate any bullying or inappropriate chatter. Let's keep this thread friendly..

Cheers brother! Happy NFL 2017, and Madden 18!

[Flazko]

Quote: Originally Posted by Raider_Ren82

Cheers brother! Happy NFL 2017, and Madden 18!

Great to be back for an other year. Glad to also see you back on my thread!

[Ren The Conqueror]

Quote: Originally Posted by Flazko

Great to be back for an other year. Glad to also see you back on my thread!

Your thread is my go to. I love your take on Madden. I do have a question- is there a patch dropping on Friday?

[Flazko]

Quote: Originally Posted by Raider_Ren82

Your thread is my go to. I love your take on Madden. I do have a question- is there a patch dropping on Friday?

Appreciate it and I did hear a rumor there will be a patch Friday, exactly why I'm waiting. They wanted to wait until everyone got their copy of the game.