NCAA Football 12 News Post

NCAA Football 12 Title Update #2 Details

04:18 PM - August 2, 2011 by patsfan1993

EA Sports has just posted the NCAA Football 12 title update #2 details. The patch is currently on schedule to release before the end of the month, no exact date, as of yet.

Before getting to the details of the update, I want to take a moment to thank you, the NCAA Football community, for all of your patience and assistance during the past couple of weeks. A great many of you share the same passion for this game as we do, and you did everything possible to help identify issues, and provide the necessary details - not just to help make a game better, but to make your game better. If you are reading this, you are a member of the most dedicated community in gaming, and for that we are truly grateful. Now, on to the details:

Week Advance Anywhere

As a token of our appreciation, we�re happy to announce that as of today �Week Advance Anywhere� on the web is now available for use, and that this feature will be FREE for everyone to use.

Custom Playbooks

With this Title Update the missing play issue that led to a number of problems when using Custom Playbooks has been fixed. Not only is the issue fixed, but you will not need to recreate your playbooks! Any existing playbook will have the fix applied, and you will be able to continue using that playbook without issue.

Tendencies

As with the Custom Playbooks resolution, the fix to the issue of edited player tendencies changing will not negate any previously edited roster file. The fix will be applied to both those existing files, as well as any new roster file that is created.
If you are in a Dynasty or Online Dynasty you will not need to restart as long as your Dynasty is still in year one and you have not advanced past �Training Results� in the off-season. If you are before this point, the update will be applied to your existing Dynasty/Online Dynasty and the tendencies will be correct for all players going forward. If you are in year two and beyond, the tendency issue impact will be less and less as the players graduate/are cut from the rosters.
In addition to the tendencies issue, we have also included both the ability to edit height and weight for players, as well as the option to edit the rosters of CPU controlled teams. In an Online Dynasty the commissioner will have the ability to edit the rosters for other human controlled teams. These were both big requests from you in the community.
Finally, a bug was fixed with the profanity filter that was preventing many common names from being entered. Now, any name can be entered, for offline use. A profanity filter is applied to Online Dynasty when the Dynasty is created. If you prefer to opt out of this filter, you can set the Dynasty to Private and the profanity check will not run.

Freezes/Crashes

A major focus for this Title Update was to address any freezes/crashes that were found. There were a number of these issues fixed in this Title Update including a crash that occurred when there were multiple TeamBuilder teams in an Online Dynasty, as well as a crash that occurred during the downloading of an Online Dynasty file.

Gameplay

Increased the acceleration of QB�s on Speed Option plays.
Improved WR blocking, especially on option plays
Fixed an issue where defenders assigned to play the curl to flat/buzz zone did not engage immediately when the QB scrambles past the LOS.
Fixed an issue where safeties with inside deep � zone would drop back instead of read-and-react on run plays.
Fixed an issue in Nickel Cover 3 where the flat zone defender didn�t move as the QB was running at them.
Fixed an issue with Double Outs from 4-2-5 Normal where the RLB wasn�t blocked properly vs. certain formations.

Highlights

Fixed an issue that caused a blank photo to be uploaded leading to issues with other highlights being uploaded.

Dynasty

Fixed an issue in Online Dynasty where injured players did not remain injured when the week advanced.
Fixed an issue where a player�s injury time was only reduced by one week when going from Conference Championship week to Bowl Season. Players will now be back for their Bowl game if they should be off of the IR when their bowl game is played.
Fixed an issue where coaches that changed jobs could get stuck in a state where they were still listed as coaching at their old school on the Players Leaving screen, leading to a Transfer Failed issue.
Fixed an issue that occasionally prevented Dynasties from advancing to the post season.
Fixed an issue with the schedule that prevented entering the Virginia Tech vs. Boston College game (fixed for both Dynasty and RTG).
Fixed an issue where recruiting related trophies/achievements were not unlocked properly if you signed an extension in that season.
Fixed an issue with Program Stability where the grade would drop from A+ to D+ in one season.
Fixed an issue with the Unlock All Promises PDLC not unlocking properly on the Dynasty website.
When viewing an Online Dynasty invite, added information to show what type of job can be selected by default.
Fixed an issue when in the off-season where player stats did not match up between the web and console.

RTG

Fixed an issue where CB�s could not audible after earning the ability to do so through Coach Trust.
Fixed an issue where HB�s could not flip the play after earning the ability to do so through Coach Trust.

Online

Fixed an issue where player�s online stats were not displaying promptly on the Online Leaderboards.

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# 1021 kevj349 @ 08/26/11 08:44 PM

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Originally Posted by Armor & Sword


	Just take a moment. And go back to a time (PS1, PS2/XBOX) when we would get our sports games, whether that was Madden, NCAA, Triple Play, NHL, 2K football and basketball.....and we found plenty of bug's, glitches and imperfections. What did we all do then? We kept playing, and getting the most out of the game. Came up with house rules if it was really annoying...we did whatever we had to to make sure we can overcome and enjoy the game. Today we have patches. People easily forget last gen, when we had no choice. We either accepted the imperfections (which every sports game enounter because...it is a video game and not real life) or a programming bug of some sort that comes up when you put enough hours into a game. We kept playing, and enjoying our franchises. What the heck has happened here? Yes the game has warts and bugs. But I am in year 3....with named rosters and having an amazing time. And I know there are hundreds of thousands of NCAA 12 players out there that are too. OS has become a tiny island in a vast ocean that "so called" hard core sports gamers come and gather to wallow in their frustrations that they can't get a realistic game experience or this is broken or that is not working right and placebo effect this.....oh my goodness. And it is on every sub forum here. Even for the so-called greatest sports games of our lives (The Show 2011, NBA 2K11). Everyone has a right to express their opinions. But the core disfunction that has really plagued this great community is the intense, loud and immature posts that have spread like a disease and have infested and trolled what are meant to be informational threads as well as mature and intelligent discussions about our great sports games of today. Think what you all want about EA, or 2K basketball or EA NHL or whatever. We have never had so good with sports video games......ever. I don't care what the negative voices keep bitching about. Everyone holds on to memories of yesteryear because yeah....there were some great games....back then! But now? They can't hold a candle to what we have. My opinion. The patch will get here. And I feel bad if your stuck in this misery of not being able to play this game. I just can't understand that line of thinking. The game is extremely playable. I don't get it. Guess I am either too old to care or maybe I am blissfully ignorant. It's a video game.....nothing more...nothing less. Life is short. Play hard.

I used to not be able to DVR episodes of House every week as well but that doesn't mean if my DVR doesn't work right I just say screw it I missed that episode. Things were one way, and they improved. Don't be content that they will eventually patch it. Be upset that a game was rushed out before the bugs were worked out just to hit a deadline. It doesn't mean we can't play the game, it just means that it isn't up to the standards it should be.

There is no doubt sports games have improved but being content and lackadaisical as you want everyone to be allows companies to take their time and not worry about customer service.

# 1022 Sportsbuck @ 08/26/11 08:47 PM

I'm seriously considering going back to NCAA on the PS2...

# 1023 bkrich83 @ 08/26/11 08:59 PM

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Originally Posted by BaylorBearBryant


	Has anyone made a football game recently other than EA besides Backbreaker? It seems like they're walking a thin line with this. It just comes across as a giant loophole. The licensing agreement is in fact to prevent competition, not to gain extra privileges. And I don't want to hear the BS about how they're competing with other non-sports, non-football games. That's like saying the NFL on Fox's main competitor is QVC Jewlery Bonanza rather than CBS, NBC or ESPN's coverage of the NFL. I understand EA pays the NCAA for this agreement, I'm curious as to when it would become detrimental to the NCAA to have an inferior product. When the game doesn't sell, would the NCAA chose not to renew? Does anyone know when the first exclusive licensing agreement for sports games occurred?

How would it be a monopoly. The NFL owns their intellectual property. They can market and distribute it as they want.

# 1024 BaylorBearBryant @ 08/26/11 09:45 PM

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Originally Posted by bkrich83


	How would it be a monopoly. The NFL owns their intellectual property. They can market and distribute it as they want.

How can anyone else make a competing NCAA football or NFL football game when EA owns an exclusive license? Personally, I don't see other sports games or shooters, etc as other suitable goods.

I understand the NFL owns the IP; I just think it's wrong that they agree to the license in the first place.

But hell, we all know the NFL hates any form of competition unless it's amongst themselves.

I'm not arguing the point that it's legal, I'm arguing whether it's ethical.

# 1025 bkrich83 @ 08/26/11 09:52 PM

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Originally Posted by BaylorBearBryant


	How can anyone else make a competing NCAA football or NFL football game when EA owns an exclusive license? Personally, I don't see other sports games or shooters, etc as other suitable goods. I understand the NFL owns the IP; I just think it's wrong that they agree to the license in the first place. But hell, we all know the NFL hates any form of competition unless it's amongst themselves. I'm not arguing the point that it's legal, I'm arguing whether it's ethical.

I am not pro exclusivity. Not sure why it wouldn't be ethical. Its their property their business. I dont see an ethics issue. Multiple licensed football games aren't a God given right.

While I'd love to see it opened up again, I'd really be against governmental intervention forcing them to open up the license. That's a slippery slope IMO.

# 1026 BaylorBearBryant @ 08/26/11 10:14 PM

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Originally Posted by bkrich83


	I am not pro exclusivity. Not sure why it wouldn't be ethical. Its their property their business. I dont see an ethics issue. Multiple licensed football games aren't a God given right. While I'd love to see it opened up again, I'd really be against governmental intervention forcing them to open up the license. That's a slippery slope IMO.

Ethics doesn't necessarily have to pertain to God given unalienable rights. At it's base it relates to right and wrong.

Competitive markets are the foundation of capitalism. Right now, there is not a competitive market when it comes to either NFL or NCAA football video games.

I don't think limiting the consumer from purchasing a suitable good and similar quality product is fair. You can argue whether or not COD is similar to NCAA football, but personally I don't think it is.

Is a Lady Gaga album the same as one from the Beatles? They're both music...

But I agree, I think the government has enough real issues on their hands. They don't need to get involved in video game politics.

I just wish EA would end this exclusivity license. I don't think it's right to limit longtime, loyal customers into buying an inferior product, a product that with competition would be improved.

I believe packaging minimal improvements and bugs/errors in the game as "new and improved" (because you can thanks to your license) is morally wrong.

At what point did it become more about making the $$$$ big bucks $$$$, getting as many sales as you can, squeezing every last dollar out of your customer? I feel it should be about providing a benefit to your consumer and turning a profit in return. To me it's a little bit sleazy, an unethical business plan.

You might not see it that way, which is fine, you're welcome to your own opinion, that's just my take.

# 1027 LionsFanNJ @ 08/26/11 10:34 PM

The NFL has always licensed their IP to single companies, and the NFL is always about money first and foremost they were not receiving the same revenue spreading the rights out as they would with EA paying them. The only reason people get pissed is because of the perceived, quality of the game since the deal. But that's been argued ad nauseum on OS and is veering way off topic. I don't like the solitary license either BTW though its their IP and no one can tell them what to do with it

As for NCAA never in its existence has it had a quality game made by an opposing company anyway so I've always felt that was a waste of money by them. I also think outside of the freezes, which are unacceptable in any game, overall NCAA is an entertaining title. Now the one thing I AM worried about is the Keller lawsuit and the potential of editable/sharable rosters being removed due to EA losing the case.

sent from parts unknown

# 1028 BaylorBearBryant @ 08/26/11 10:47 PM

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Originally Posted by LionsFanNJ


	The NFL has always licensed their IP to single companies, and the NFL is always about money first and foremost they were not receiving the same revenue spreading the rights out as they would with EA paying them. The only reason people get pissed is because of the perceived, quality of the game since the deal. But that's been argued ad nauseum on OS and is veering way off topic. I don't like the solitary license either BTW though its their IP and no one can tell them what to do with it As for NCAA never in its existence has it had a quality game made by an opposing company anyway so I've always felt that was a waste of money by them. I also think outside of the freezes, which are unacceptable in any game, overall NCAA is an entertaining title. Now the one thing I AM worried about is the Keller lawsuit and the potential of editable/sharable rosters being removed due to EA losing the case. sent from parts unknown

Fair enough, I accept your take on the NFL. The NFL is a business and I guess the day the NCAA became more concerned about money, than enriching student athletes, the same could be said.

As for "NCAA never in its existence has it had a quality game made by an opposing company" that may be true. But with competition game developers are able to see what other companies do and adjust/replicate to new innovations. I imagine it only would of been a matter of time.

Look at the NBA 2k vs NBA live scenario. NBA 2K embarrassed Live to the point it got cancelled. However, because of that competition, I bet NBA Live/Elite comes back better than ever (if it gets released.)

Like you said, this has gotten off topic and we're back to the age old debate. I honestly don't even remember how this tangent originated, so I'm going to stop talking about it now.

LionsFanNJ and bkrich83, I am glad we were able to discuss this in a civil manner without anyone getting obnoxious. So for that, thank you.

# 1029 SteelerSpartan @ 08/26/11 11:03 PM

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Originally Posted by BaylorBearBryant


	Ethics doesn't necessarily have to pertain to God given unalienable rights. At it's base it relates to right and wrong. Competitive markets are the foundation of capitalism. Right now, there is not a competitive market when it comes to either NFL or NCAA football video games. I don't think limiting the consumer from purchasing a suitable good and similar quality product is fair. You can argue whether or not COD is similar to NCAA football, but personally I don't think it is. Is a Lady Gaga album the same as one from the Beatles? They're both music... But I agree, I think the government has enough real issues on their hands. They don't need to get involved in video game politics. I just wish EA would end this exclusivity license. I don't think it's right to limit longtime, loyal customers into buying an inferior product, a product that with competition would be improved. I believe packaging minimal improvements and bugs/errors in the game as "new and improved" (because you can thanks to your license) is morally wrong. At what point did it become more about making the $$$$ big bucks $$$$, getting as many sales as you can, squeezing every last dollar out of your customer? I feel it should be about providing a benefit to your consumer and turning a profit in return. To me it's a little bit sleazy, an unethical business plan. You might not see it that way, which is fine, you're welcome to your own opinion, that's just my take.

Man its only going to get worse
Example:

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	EA blocks Forza 4 getting Porsche "This kills me," says Turn 10 chief http://n4g.com/news/831000/ea-blocks...n-10-chief/com

All this exclusive Pre-Order deals and DLC milking is rotting this industry to the core....

EA have been a leading figure head in this type of business model.....
Tying this back to "game quality" and this thread.....the EA suits have been focusing way too much on flashy marketing campaigns/DLC while cutting actual game development to make the quick buck.....

I really hope that new guy from fifa brings/demands a new attitude from EA

# 1030 olemiss86 @ 08/26/11 11:43 PM

I turned on my game just a few minutes ago and I got a message with Terms and Agreements stuff. And then it showed that an update was used. Did the update go through?

# 1031 J-Unit40 @ 08/26/11 11:52 PM

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Originally Posted by olemiss86


	I turned on my game just a few minutes ago and I got a message with Terms and Agreements stuff. And then it showed that an update was used. Did the update go through?

I did too. PS3 to verify and unfortunately I think itnwas their privacy policy update. Bummer....again.

# 1032 Td1984 @ 08/27/11 12:42 AM

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Originally Posted by J-Unit40


	I did too. PS3 to verify and unfortunately I think itnwas their privacy policy update. Bummer....again.

Unfortunately, that's all it was. The date on their privacy policy update was yesterday.

# 1033 meepichi @ 08/27/11 01:35 AM

Pysche!! heh I thought it was the patch at first too.. bummer.

# 1034 bcruise @ 08/27/11 03:28 AM

Hmm...I just tried starting up NCAA and didn't get that policy update (PS3). Weird.

# 1035 Kobalt @ 08/27/11 03:32 AM

Didn't get anything either, but I think I didn't get anything because I accepted the policy update on Madden.

# 1036 Kingpin 510 @ 08/27/11 05:07 AM

Goddamn, they weren't lying when they said the end of August. At this rate, I truly believe the patch will release on August 31th at 11:59pm.

# 1037 The JareBear @ 08/27/11 07:09 AM

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Originally Posted by Kingpin 510


	Goddamn, they weren't lying when they said the end of August. At this rate, I truly believe the patch will release on August 31th at 11:59pm.

I have, unfortunately, begun to believe that it won't be until after Madden drops.

# 1038 aksumite @ 08/27/11 10:41 AM

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Originally Posted by jaredlib


	I have, unfortunately, begun to believe that it won't be until after Madden drops.

I think the harsh reality is that is the main problem it's just TOO MANY MADDEN refugees on NCAA servers and there is probably no patch even needed lol.

They're just waiting for Madden to release so everyone spends $ on it and pulls them off of NCAA's servers

EA is really making me upset. Because the moment they announced NO NEW IMPROVEMENTS to MADDEN 12 ONLINE FRANCHISE....I saw the writing on the wall. Madden is like the gorgeous chick that just wont put out (no online franchise). ALL these Madden guys are now trying to play NCAA online dynasty (the ugly chick who really knows how to put it on you).

I really think that is all this boils down too and it's sad.

If you go to their site you will see them boasting about RECORD $ales and created Online Dynasties.

Now here is THE FUNNIEST PART......next year they WONT FIX MADDEN ONLINE FRANCHISE AGAIN BECAUSE......drum roll please...."nobody is playing it"

what a joke

# 1039 jwmcards @ 08/27/11 11:42 AM

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Originally Posted by aksumite


	They're just waiting for Madden to release so everyone spends $ on it and pulls them off of NCAA's servers EA is really making me upset. Because the moment they announced NO NEW IMPROVEMENTS to MADDEN 12 ONLINE FRANCHISE....I saw the writing on the wall. Madden is like the gorgeous chick that just wont put out (no online franchise). ALL these Madden guys are now trying to play NCAA online dynasty (the ugly chick who really knows how to put it on you).

Great analogy. Sadly I'm married so both games are gorgeous but neither put out....

Besides waiting for the patch and what's in it (aside from what they've announced), I'm curious to know what will be changed with a tuning pack, if they release one. I haven't seen squat on any tuning pack notes.

# 1040 Td1984 @ 08/27/11 12:17 PM

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Originally Posted by jwmcards


	Great analogy. Sadly I'm married so both games are gorgeous but neither put out.... Besides waiting for the patch and what's in it (aside from what they've announced), I'm curious to know what will be changed with a tuning pack, if they release one. I haven't seen squat on any tuning pack notes.

I doubt we're going to see a tuner pack until the patch drops. Once that does, EA will have a better idea as to what will need tuning.

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