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We have just posted a pretty in depth Madden 09 Comparison Video. The video focuses on areas of the game that have been improved since Madden 08 such as environments, weather effects and player models.

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# 21 countryboy @ 05/22/08 11:01 PM
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Originally Posted by DONF
In reference to NCAA gameplay vid you are speaking of, did you see any variances in QB animation from any other vid? How about for the RB? Lets try the WR variances in catching the ball? Did anything stand out to you gameplay wise that said, "wow that was different! He THREW/RAN/ CAUGHT/TACKLED different than any other player". If you did, please direct me to the vid you saw.
I didn't see anyone tackle/catch/throw/run different from any other player, nor was I expecting them to. I just wanted the game to be better this year then last, with improvements to some of the areas that it was lacking in. And judging from the IGN video, we got that.

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Originally Posted by DONF
Bottom-line, yes the game looks wonderful, but is the actual personality of the gameplay going to shine? Am I going to see Larry Johnson make a juke move different from Reggie Bush??? Am I going to see Romo sling it side arm from the hip??? Madden's gameplay has been redundant and stale for years!! Don't put new wrapping paper on an old gift!!! Give me new from inside out!
And I can't answer these questions yet, as I have not played the game nor seen extensive video of the gameplay yet.

Bottom line is that no matter what I say or what positives I or anyone else points out about the game, you're going to find something wrong with it. So I'll continue to look at the positives and accept the negatives and you can look at the negatives and ignore the positives and we'll both be happy.

 
# 22 Klocker @ 05/22/08 11:09 PM
looks tight as do the Ian vids... does anyone know if NCAA is getting the same treatment? tackling, running, lighting etc

I've seen the vids of NCAA but they are not showcasing the same stuff (marketing?)
 
# 23 countryboy @ 05/22/08 11:11 PM
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Originally Posted by Klocker
looks tight as do the Ian vids... does anyone know if NCAA is getting the same treatment? tackling, running, lighting etc
To some degree yes. But Madden seems to be taking the bigger "leap".
 
# 24 Stroehms @ 05/23/08 01:51 AM
The Must Next Gen sports game list:
FNR3 (360)
NHL 08 (360)
MLB: The Show 08 (PS3)
NBA 2k8 (360)
Madden 09 (come august 12th)
 
# 25 countryboy @ 05/23/08 08:02 AM
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Originally Posted by DONF
Wrong. I see the positives and praised them. But I am simply asking/assuming/speculating on hoping the gameplay is different so I can play the darn game! ha. But if the game is good I will be the first in line with my $60. Plus, EA claims they read the forums. If so, maybe they will see my posts about the gameplay and make that change.
Wrong? Really?

So your praising of postiive aspects are "that looks good but..."? This is the same song and dance that you've done each of the past few years, since the exclusive license deal. You will find one thing that you are "expecting" and once you know that its not implemented, you will continually beat it to death.

And didn't you buy the game the past few years?
 
# 26 callmetaternuts @ 05/23/08 09:01 AM
Looks good, there's no doubt that EA has made strides, i just hope they made them where they count (Making the games seem like they matter, turnovers, presentation, etc)
 
# 27 IStillDoWhatIDo @ 05/23/08 10:25 AM
This video is no new information. Environment is wonderful. To be honest, the player models did not look distinct in that video the way they were displayed. In other videos I've noticed that the skin texture of the player models looks better. Hopefully EA eliminated those military faces.
 
# 28 Phobia @ 05/23/08 10:54 AM
I honestly can't believe I am about to say this. But madden is looking AMAZING!!!

Comparison Review
Lighting = Nice step forward
Weather = Not even a comparison, top notch
Player models = OMG, Nearing PERFECTION
 
# 29 Pared @ 05/23/08 11:28 AM
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Originally Posted by a4reak
MAdden now is the best looking sports game on next gen above the show
While Madden looks great now, let's not get silly.
 
# 30 BrianFifaFan @ 05/23/08 11:53 AM
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Originally Posted by Phobia
I honestly can't believe I am about to say this. But madden is looking AMAZING!!!

Comparison Review
Lighting = Nice step forward
Weather = Not even a comparison, top notch
Player models = OMG, Nearing PERFECTION
Yeah the player models are giving me a "man crush!" They do really look good in their tight little pants......J/K!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

But seriously, the detail on the player models is great. Everything graphically is boosted on this title, and it flows more smoothly. Simon is the bomb! Give him a HUGE raise EA!!!!!!
 
# 31 BigD @ 05/23/08 12:27 PM
Sold!
 
# 32 IStillDoWhatIDo @ 05/23/08 12:37 PM
anyone who says they can see, FROM THIS VIDEO, any real differences in player models is lying to himself.

I will admit that in OTHER videos, players in motion appear to be better and the lighting is improved, but I honestly don't see it in this video. if I asked my girlfriend what's the difference between the first and second one, she would probably say nothing. in fact... i think i'll test that out today when I get off.
 
# 33 BrianFifaFan @ 05/23/08 12:51 PM
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Originally Posted by IStillDoWhatIDo
anyone who says they can see, FROM THIS VIDEO, any real differences in player models is lying to himself.

I will admit that in OTHER videos, players in motion appear to be better and the lighting is improved, but I honestly don't see it in this video. if I asked my girlfriend what's the difference between the first and second one, she would probably say nothing. in fact... i think i'll test that out today when I get off.
Go download the vid from GameTrailers in HD and you can see the differences quite well. There are better/more realistic muscle definitions. Look at the way the Shoulder pads sit on the players now. Everything is more rounded and organic as opposed to the more angular, "squared" feel and look of every Madden this gen. Is it something that jumps out at you like "Damn!", not really. But that seems to be a synopsis of the whole Madden experience this year. It's more about a decerning eye picking out the finer details in player models, animations and gameplay. The real big stuff is the "fluffy" features like Rewind and Virtual Trainer, which most of us who've played for a while won't really feel.

So is this just a roster update for you? Your choice......
 
# 34 drlw322 @ 05/23/08 06:30 PM
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Originally Posted by wsu_gb23
Madden 09 is looking fantastic! Best football game I've seen.... this might be the game to top NFL 2K5! I'm pumped for Madden this year!
i think certain aspect yes, but i think madden 2010 will finally make football gaming history. madden 09 this year will still lack true line play and QB foot planting and escape. presentation will not be as good as 2k5 this year, but i think madden 2010 will rival 2k5. they would still have to implement pre game half time, post game and weekly show, before i hand the torch to madden with the presentation part of the game from 2k5. But i'm loving what i see. this year i'll actually be playing both games till next year's version drop. (hopefully)

last year was the 1st year that i didn't finish a franchise year 1 and didn't go beyond yrs two in my dynasty in NCAA. hoping for the best.
 
# 35 Behindshadows @ 05/23/08 06:33 PM
Definitely sold!!! Great Video!
 
# 36 countryboy @ 05/23/08 06:44 PM
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Originally Posted by DONF
Same song and dance that I did each of the past few years, blah, blah, blah. Ahhhhhh no CB.

But I guess you did not read my other post on the thread that shows the new RB/game animation??? I am officially giving Madden the thumbs up this year so far and per the most recent blog/writeup/vids on the animation. See CB, this is what I wanted to see/hear. And this year it appears EA delivered it for me and the other 2k hogs who are use to grrrrrrreat gameplay. ha!
ok..
 
# 37 ODogg @ 05/23/08 09:04 PM
Afrikan - First of all I can't understand how you can interpret Ian Cummings posting here as somehow a negative thing in regars to it's "viral marketing". First of all, each person here should have a mind of their own and be able to determine if he is BS'ing or not and second of all communication between the community and EA is not just a marketing tool, he has proven some things will be in the game that were not going to be before (for instance the weapon icons and square lighted up TD celebration icons being toggable to off).

Secondly, I've heard the "cartoony" criticism before but to me that is about the furthest thing from the truth in regards to what I'm seeing in Madden 09 clips. Cartoony to me implies ultra colorful, short, squat player models who run around like cartoons (Fred Flintstone) and the only way I can see that you're seeing this is the fact that now the field is more varied in color because of the ultra-improved lighting. I don't know how you can look at the player models and feel they are cartoony, although I know in the PS2 last-gen games that could be a definitive statement, I just don't see that in these current models. And in regards to the color, I'm not sure if you've been to a real NFL game or not but I have and I can tell you that the field and the areas around it are usually quite colorful unless it's a gray, overcast and/or snowy day.

Everyone is entitled to their opinion but I honestly cannot see where you are coming from in regards to those first two comments. I'm glad to see that you do say though that you can usually enjoy Madden because bottom line that is what the game is supposed to bring to you: enjoyment.
 
# 38 IStillDoWhatIDo @ 05/23/08 11:06 PM
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Originally Posted by Briankingsfan
Go download the vid from GameTrailers in HD and you can see the differences quite well. There are better/more realistic muscle definitions. Look at the way the Shoulder pads sit on the players now. Everything is more rounded and organic as opposed to the more angular, "squared" feel and look of every Madden this gen. Is it something that jumps out at you like "Damn!", not really. But that seems to be a synopsis of the whole Madden experience this year. It's more about a decerning eye picking out the finer details in player models, animations and gameplay. The real big stuff is the "fluffy" features like Rewind and Virtual Trainer, which most of us who've played for a while won't really feel.

So is this just a roster update for you? Your choice......
I'm not saying that player models aren't improved... as I have seen in other videos. I'm just saying that THIS video doesn't demonstrate that IMO, so a lot of people are just convincing themselves in this post instead of letting THIS video truly convince you.
 
# 39 SageInfinite @ 05/24/08 12:19 AM
Madden 09>Every Other Madden graphically
 
# 40 J-Unit40 @ 05/24/08 12:28 AM
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Originally Posted by SageTheInfinite
Madden 09>Every Other Madden graphically
No doubt about it.
 


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