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The Madden NFL 10 demo is now available, please post your impressions here.

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# 521 Kevin26385 @ 07/23/09 02:34 PM
Two Videos of the public demo (Full game)
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=vFQ9bjgGEdk

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=M4ufiVgXbos

This was the first time I played the game, so please don't hate on my Madden skills. I have played both the Gamestop demo and the public demo and have had a great experience so far. I am going to highlight some key parts of the demo.

Kicking
Gone are the days where you can nail 50 yard field goals in wind and snow. I tried to kick a 40 yard field goal in the snow and it barely made it to the endzone. It is definitely nice to see that they fixed it, especially since it is a big issue in NCAA Football 10.

Pro-Tak Technology
To be honest I was very afraid of this new gameplay element at first. I had a feeling we would be seeing 5 man gang tackles almost every play. I am happy to say that I have not had this experience and pro-tak is neat. I actually had a play where two defenders were tackling me and one of my offensive lineman tried to push them off. It didn't work but it just looked awesome.

Players
I think the slowdown and new player ratings are fantastic for players. Larry Fitzgerald is dominant and that is how he should be. When backup running backs are playing..You definitely know they are. It is nice to see that the top tier players finally feel and play like they do in real life.

Branching Animations
This game is so smooth, I have a video to show you guys about branching animations to show how smooth it is. The animations are very crisp and clean this year.

Graphics
Absolutely beautiful. From the players towels flowing to Big Ben the game looks outstanding.

Presentation
The game just looks a lot better than it has in previous years. You can see kickers warming up on the sideline or Big Ben talking to his Wide Receiver group. Plus the new banners look very slick.

Overall
Overall I get a great impression and I can't wait to run with the Chicago Bears come August 14th. I haven't been this excited for a Madden game since it was on the PS2. Everything is just so much more polished than years past.

Video showing off the Pro-tak technology
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=6x9rhPpKORg

Video Showing off the Branching animations
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=WrBpGMdN8b0
 
# 522 Cryolemon @ 07/23/09 02:38 PM
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Originally Posted by CarryTheWeight
I don't know if anyone else feels this way, but I love finally being able to run the option...although my only pitch attempt was picked off and returned 20 yards downfield by James Farrior...ouch. Good to see that running the option is very similar to NCAA (albeit with better defensive response).
I take it option plays are from the Wildcat?
 
# 523 The Art Shell Face @ 07/23/09 02:39 PM
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Originally Posted by Mr. White
(Tried using search function, to no avail.)


I got my Game Stop code for the Xbox 360 - now can someone concisely explain to me how I redeem said code on Xbox Live or thru some other means? I'd greatly appreciate it.

Thanks.
You just go to the 'Redeem Code' option and punch in your code. That's it.

Any news on the PS3 demo yet? A few people mentioned it, but a confirmation would be nice.
 
# 524 REAL GOOD @ 07/23/09 02:39 PM
for those that have the demo: Do you still need to hold button and then use d-pad to cycle forward and backwards to select a player? Also do you tap or hold catch button to make a reception? Sorry if alredy answered dont have time to look over 600+posts
 
# 525 NELL86 @ 07/23/09 02:39 PM
Naw you good i was thinking the same thing but our demo just came out i would of went crazy if it came out next week
 
# 526 choadler @ 07/23/09 02:40 PM
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Originally Posted by Mr. White
(Tried using search function, to no avail.)


I got my Game Stop code for the Xbox 360 - now can someone concisely explain to me how I redeem said code on Xbox Live or thru some other means? I'd greatly appreciate it.

Thanks.
Hit the xbox guide button on your controller and go to the marketplace blade, all the way to the left, and you will see a redeem code option.
 
# 527 nateleav76 @ 07/23/09 02:41 PM
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Originally Posted by mavfan21
It SHOULD happen with the big guys that can get up like Fitz and (if he plays again) Plax. Ask the Falcons, Panthers, and Eagles if Larry can jump over 2 defenders and make a catch...he did it to each in the playoffs last year.

As long as Desean Jackson, Steve Smith and other little guys are NOT going up over 2-3 defenders I am happy. They say this is the year that ratings, size, etc. matter, hopefully what you're seeing is testament to that.
QFT. Maybe you should watch the playoffs again. Fitz dominated everyone. Broke receiving records for playoffs. The man is a beast and one of the best athletes on the field. Mark my words.. he will be one of the greatest receivers of all time... and will continue to improve this year. Now.. I'm not saying that the catch isn't in the game.. but to judge it with Fitz is ridiculous!.. cause he does that in real life.
 
# 528 PantherBeast_OS @ 07/23/09 02:43 PM
I just had a funny thing happen to me on the cards steels demo. I was going for the FG and when the ball was snaped and the ball was to be kick. Suddenly one of my olinemen try to come from the otherside to block a side rusher and my olineman end up blocking the FG while trying to block this side rusher. LOL this was funny.
 
# 529 xanmank @ 07/23/09 02:47 PM
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Originally Posted by The Art Shell Face
You just go to the 'Redeem Code' option and punch in your code. That's it.

Any news on the PS3 demo yet? A few people mentioned it, but a confirmation would be nice.

I'd like confirmation as well
 
# 530 odbman @ 07/23/09 02:48 PM
I am downloading PS3 NOW
 
# 531 TreyIM2 @ 07/23/09 02:50 PM
Damn, Sony needs to up the bandwidth or sumthin for these downloads. Sheesh. Downloading the demo on my PS3, now, and as always, it's slow. I only get upset at this when it is something I really, REALLY wanna play, and I think this Madden 10 demo qualifies as such. Lol.

Oh, and I guess someone at Sony musta read what I said about their staging this demo along with their PSN Store stuff becaue the PSN store still isn't updated but the GS Madden demo code is finally active.
 
# 532 PhillsPhan26 @ 07/23/09 02:50 PM
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Originally Posted by odbman
I am downloading PS3 NOW
Me too. Its 932 MB.
 
# 533 spin1993 @ 07/23/09 02:50 PM
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Originally Posted by spin1993
I have a 48-hour free Xbox Live Gold trial for any 360 Silver member. Just send a pm.
All out of codes.
 
# 534 NELL86 @ 07/23/09 02:51 PM
Wow madden 10 is the best football game i ever played now if you a sim gamer you will quit all that is called life to play madden but if you are a casual player you will quit all that is called life to play madden lol this game is the truth point blank period who ever dont like it is clearly hatin.
 
# 535 The 24th Letter @ 07/23/09 02:53 PM
seems like Robo QB is still present.....
Ward across the middle everytime
 
# 536 rhodyrams @ 07/23/09 02:55 PM
Is coach mode or auto throw in 360 demo? thanks.
 
# 537 TreyIM2 @ 07/23/09 02:57 PM
25% downloaded! Sooo slow, Sony, soooo slow....
 
# 538 matroska @ 07/23/09 02:59 PM
Wish my 360 demo code worked..
 
# 539 CanesFan5 @ 07/23/09 02:59 PM
Well just played the GameStop demo, and the first thing I noticed was the Cardinals players seemed to be on the wrong side during the USAF thunderbird intro. The game was slow compared to NCAA and previous Maddens but since there is a game speed slider in retail it doesn't matter much. Lost my first game 21-14 via and interception TD thrown with 0:06 seconds left and returned all the way by Polamalu to finish the game with 0:00 seconds left. Very impressive demo, enjoyed it very much and I can't wait for the retail game.
 
# 540 blklightning @ 07/23/09 02:59 PM
moody is having a field day with this demo. lol.

i've decided to go ahead and pre-order so i can see it for myself. hopefully a lot of these "huge issues" are isolated incidents. or rare occurrences at worst. after all, all games have their weird moments.
 


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