12:01 AM - August 26, 2014 by RaychelSnr
Madden NFL 15 is now available in stores. Be sure to read our review if you haven't gotten the game. If you have, leave your own impressions of your first play sessions in the comments below!
Madden NFL 15 News Post
12:01 AM - August 26, 2014 by RaychelSnrMadden NFL 15 is now available in stores. Be sure to read our review if you haven't gotten the game. If you have, leave your own impressions of your first play sessions in the comments below!
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"horrible in every sense." , "no broken tackles ", etc...
Yeah...
Many people I respect that have been waaay critical of Madden even say this game has made many improvements and is a very good game.
No trolling here. These are my true impressions. I play on all madden. Ryan tannehill was 18 of 19 for 302 yds and Lamar miller was the second coming of Walter Payton with multiple 70+ yd TD runs. Chris Johnson got walked by DT. Yea I understand the reviews were good and I was so ready for Aug 26th. After 2 days I'm done. I'm not the only one that feels this way. If u enjoy the game congrats I dont . hag1
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Not to mention "After 2 days I'm done"
Ok bye...
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# 345
Gotmadskillzson @ 08/28/14 01:05 AM
Anybody else seem to be getting caught from behind on counters behind the LOS ? Maybe because it was just Montae Ball. Happened to me 5 times in this last game with 0 speed threshold. I also noticed I kept getting tackled for a lost on HB screens to him as well. Now that I think about it, I had a WR caught from behind as well, even though he was wide open because the DB dove for the swat and missed. I thought for sure that would have been a TD, but nope, AJ Hawk chased me down from behind, when I caught the ball 20 yards down field. How he catch up to me from that distance is beyond me, but he did it within me running 6 yards down the field.
I also noticed in this past game, the CPU seems to know what defense you are calling. I find it odd every time I tried to call an overload blitz, they stacked 3 WRs on that side, every time.
Also IMO the QB needs to keep rolling out on roll out plays. Instead they roll out until they make it to the edge of the pocket and just stand there. Which leads to too many unnecessary sacks by the CPU QB.
I also noticed in this past game, the CPU seems to know what defense you are calling. I find it odd every time I tried to call an overload blitz, they stacked 3 WRs on that side, every time.
Also IMO the QB needs to keep rolling out on roll out plays. Instead they roll out until they make it to the edge of the pocket and just stand there. Which leads to too many unnecessary sacks by the CPU QB.
Hey they asked for impressions so I gave them. If u don't agree kool but I'm not the only person saying this stuff. I've never played on anything other than all madden in like 20 years so why should I have to change now. I understand it is not supposed to be easy but this year takes the cake. Good gaming everyone and enjoy
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Overall I know what you're talking about though. I lowered CPU pass reaction down (as well as user some) and that helped with the screens. I try to keep coverage a decent number but felt the reaction slider on screens etc.. is crucial to get fair results.
Hopefully EA gets some tune files out so the QB's will not hold onto the ball and like you said roll out all the way.
I have seen some do a full roll though//well a rol then slide step..slide step..etc.. (and in a game earlier today there wasn't anyone open and he ran in for the score)
I love how each player feels different. When Helu/Royster etc.. comes in to give Morris a break he has no problem getting caught from behind. So I'm just taking it that some backs are more suited to certain types of play calls etc..
This is a good thing to worry about finally in a FB game lol
HOOOOOOOOOLY CRAP. There are way too many sacks. And when I say way too many, I mean, default, All-Pro, using the Buffalo Bills against the Chicago Bears, I got 6 sacks in the first quarter, en route to 18 for the total game. Dareus and Williams had 5 apiece. What the hell?! Despite that, Cutler finished 36-40 388yd 2TD 1 INT and managed to avoid injury. Not sure how that makes sense. And when he wasn't firing lasers all day despite getting his *** kicked, he was running around like an IDIOT, waiting and begging to be sacked, fumbling twice. The QB AI is as bad as its ever been. Couple that with an overpowered d-line, you have a recipe for stupidity. I've never been so unhappy beating the crap out of an opponent in a video game! The best (or worst) part is, when I went to exit the game when it was over, after I selected Yes, the game froze. And therefore, the game never happened. Wow. So I could have saved myself the time and not finished the game and just restarted after getting 6 sacks in one quarter, but I didn't...and ended up getting burned.
For whatever reason, once again we can't change sliders in game, even though we were able to do so for years. I really hate that. If I'm doing an offline franchise by myself, why the hell shouldn't I be able to edit players during a season or change sliders in game? Makes no sense. Whose game experience would my being able to do so change, other than mine?
So yeah. First impressions? Not so good, then.
For whatever reason, once again we can't change sliders in game, even though we were able to do so for years. I really hate that. If I'm doing an offline franchise by myself, why the hell shouldn't I be able to edit players during a season or change sliders in game? Makes no sense. Whose game experience would my being able to do so change, other than mine?
So yeah. First impressions? Not so good, then.
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titit32000 @ 08/28/14 02:32 AM
I never really complain about madden in all the years that I played madden, but madden 15 is driving me crazy with the stats and the owner funds in CC. I always use MN Vikings for my Career mode and I'm getting negative funds after the pre season on my first year and at the end of the season I'm at negative 8 mil. I can't resign players and cant't sign free agents.
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hanzsomehanz @ 08/28/14 02:37 AM
My worst fear: a patch will corrupt the positive gameplay effects.
Im looking forward to seeing impressions post patch. An update that is unrelated to zone coverage of QB inaccuracies could still very will ruin those aspects.
I hope it is not the casd but I am holding out until then. I hope the positive gameplay aspects remain in effect and untouched.
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Im looking forward to seeing impressions post patch. An update that is unrelated to zone coverage of QB inaccuracies could still very will ruin those aspects.
I hope it is not the casd but I am holding out until then. I hope the positive gameplay aspects remain in effect and untouched.
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GlennonTheGr8 @ 08/28/14 04:55 AM
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therizing02 @ 08/28/14 07:59 AM
It's been nearly a week of Madden 15 for me and I've had some of the best games ever. A lot of good in this title and well worth every cent. I like the direction the game is headed and I hope that Rex and his team are able to stay the course with minimal intervention from suits and others at EA that have no understanding of football. 
While I am still somewhat optimistic that I'll be able to find sliders or settings that can help resolve some of the game play issues, the robo QB is in full effect in M15 and it's about as bad as I've seen it. Yes the zone coverage was improved and yes there are errant throws. However, the balance that was hyped is not there. Are there errant throws? Yes....from the USER. The defenders are more active in zone defense....for the CPU.
M15 is a fair offensive challenge for the user and it's the best it's ever been. It's also a challenge defensively but it's not fair. I still see my defensive teammates standing still in zone coverage. My teammates do not cover the flats properly. I have seen the CPU QB throw errant passes but it is rare. If I am able to cover a play the CPU QB stands in the pocket taking a ridiculous amount of sacks. I have also seen on several occasions the old CPU QB run to the right and fire a bullet pass all the way across the field for a completion. Ridiculous that this is still in the game.
There are more lower scoring games in Madden this year because the CPU defense is finally where it needs to be and because the CPU offense will dink and dunk all the way down the field with flat passes, screens, and curls.
The biggest issue with this game from a user vs. CPU perspective right now is CPU QB AI. Lousy AI leads to too many sacks, lack of deep passes by the CPU, and unrealistic completion percentages. What determines where the CPU will throw the ball? Why does the CPU QB throw a 5 yard crossing route on 3rd and 12? The CPU needs to scramble more. The CPU needs to throw on the run more. The CPU needs to throw the ball down field more.
Still optimistic though....
While I am still somewhat optimistic that I'll be able to find sliders or settings that can help resolve some of the game play issues, the robo QB is in full effect in M15 and it's about as bad as I've seen it. Yes the zone coverage was improved and yes there are errant throws. However, the balance that was hyped is not there. Are there errant throws? Yes....from the USER. The defenders are more active in zone defense....for the CPU.
M15 is a fair offensive challenge for the user and it's the best it's ever been. It's also a challenge defensively but it's not fair. I still see my defensive teammates standing still in zone coverage. My teammates do not cover the flats properly. I have seen the CPU QB throw errant passes but it is rare. If I am able to cover a play the CPU QB stands in the pocket taking a ridiculous amount of sacks. I have also seen on several occasions the old CPU QB run to the right and fire a bullet pass all the way across the field for a completion. Ridiculous that this is still in the game.
There are more lower scoring games in Madden this year because the CPU defense is finally where it needs to be and because the CPU offense will dink and dunk all the way down the field with flat passes, screens, and curls.
The biggest issue with this game from a user vs. CPU perspective right now is CPU QB AI. Lousy AI leads to too many sacks, lack of deep passes by the CPU, and unrealistic completion percentages. What determines where the CPU will throw the ball? Why does the CPU QB throw a 5 yard crossing route on 3rd and 12? The CPU needs to scramble more. The CPU needs to throw on the run more. The CPU needs to throw the ball down field more.
Still optimistic though....
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# 354
TwoHeadedDog @ 08/28/14 08:16 AM
The game feels fine and looks great but I'm really shocked by the lack of "face-scans." Has anyone spotted more than three from the rookie class (being Manziel, Bridgewater, and Clowney)?
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GisherJohn24 @ 08/28/14 08:34 AM
Okay, my mini review.
Honestly, this is the first NFL game where I can honestlysay it feels like an NFL game for real on Sunday. No offense to poeople wholike rap music and some today's music, it's not all bad, but I'm glad thosedays of those terrible soundtracks are gone. It's not NFL Films music which Iso adored in Madden 10 and 11 , but the new music is more of anorchestrated score and I'm completely down with that and it fits the mood ofNFL Sunday in most respects. The closeups after a play, the replays, the cameraangles, the awesome celebrations, the crowd atmosphere is even great! And do we have lively sidelines for a change? We certainly do!
After the virtual highlight reel the game put you in ofthe NFC Champ game, you are offered to go into the training modes or dive into the ultimate team or other modes. The training was a nice addition and Ilearned a lot about the new defensive mechanics and I was instantly having ablast learning how to play again. Was also surprisingly long, they really wentall out of this year for training. If you liked minicamp on Madden back in theday, you'll love the training in 15. Iknew if the training is fun, the main game had to be fun too right? Well, let's see here...
The difficulty level has gotten tougher IMO. I usually start on pro but went for All Proand the cpu was hard to stop, but not impossible... The Browns beat me on myfirst game (Eagles 14 to 10) but it was a fantastic an exciting game and Ididn't want it to end. But what stood out? I could play freaking DEFENSE!!! Although I was learning with that new defensive cameraangle. Is it me, or did they somewhat borrow from backbreaker? That threw me off back in the day, it's throwing me off now, but it grows on you andI like playing behind the defense for a change and it works well.
Again, I mentioned before, you do occasionally see somepretty outrageous animations especially near the end of a tackle with guysflopping around again like in 25, but it's definitely been addressed and toneddown significantly and overall, it really feels and looks good.
Offense feels great as the defense does. The typicalcontrols still will be right home with the Madden guys. Running game is a blastand run blocking continues to improve each year, and I feel the holes areeasier to distinguish in this game. Passing is smooth and doesn't seemoverpowering. I tried a few of my money plays I learned over theyears and they all seemed to be contained. Computer A.I. is smart and mixes itup. I love the play calling screens. I really like the ability to look through so many plays and the recommended playsalways seem like a good option when you're wanting to do hurry up.
Graphics are fantastic. As good as MLB The Show and NBA2k? I sure think so. The players face scans are fantastic, and are better than you would expect considering they are usually hiding under their helmets, but there is an amazing amount of detail especially for big name guys like Peyton Manning. Coaches are eerily like their actual counterparts. So muchlove was to make this look more real than it already did, and Madden 15 getsnearly everything right in the graphics department.
The commentary is the only thing that continues to disappoint. It's an improvement from last year, all be it a miniscule one. Ilike Nance, but i think I heard his voice over the years too many times onNCAA. The halftime show and end game summaries are very nice though, the broadcast presentation as a whole truly feels like an NFL Sunday broadcast, canprobably lean on CBS a bit with the vibe I get when I play.
The game offers online tournaments, connected franchise modes, online quick matches, roster sharing (woo hoo) and LEGENDS are back! I don't know how many yet, but nice to see I can make my own players too and makemy own classic teams! Look out everyone, the 86 browns will be coming for you!
Madden 15 is not Madden 25 with updated rosters, thisgame feels great, feels new, and feels fresh. EA put a lot into their game thisyear and made me a believer that EA can still make a good football game on ayearly basis if they want to. Madden 15 is proof for me. I give it a 9 out of 10.
Honestly, this is the first NFL game where I can honestlysay it feels like an NFL game for real on Sunday. No offense to poeople wholike rap music and some today's music, it's not all bad, but I'm glad thosedays of those terrible soundtracks are gone. It's not NFL Films music which Iso adored in Madden 10 and 11 , but the new music is more of anorchestrated score and I'm completely down with that and it fits the mood ofNFL Sunday in most respects. The closeups after a play, the replays, the cameraangles, the awesome celebrations, the crowd atmosphere is even great! And do we have lively sidelines for a change? We certainly do!
After the virtual highlight reel the game put you in ofthe NFC Champ game, you are offered to go into the training modes or dive into the ultimate team or other modes. The training was a nice addition and Ilearned a lot about the new defensive mechanics and I was instantly having ablast learning how to play again. Was also surprisingly long, they really wentall out of this year for training. If you liked minicamp on Madden back in theday, you'll love the training in 15. Iknew if the training is fun, the main game had to be fun too right? Well, let's see here...
The difficulty level has gotten tougher IMO. I usually start on pro but went for All Proand the cpu was hard to stop, but not impossible... The Browns beat me on myfirst game (Eagles 14 to 10) but it was a fantastic an exciting game and Ididn't want it to end. But what stood out? I could play freaking DEFENSE!!! Although I was learning with that new defensive cameraangle. Is it me, or did they somewhat borrow from backbreaker? That threw me off back in the day, it's throwing me off now, but it grows on you andI like playing behind the defense for a change and it works well.
Again, I mentioned before, you do occasionally see somepretty outrageous animations especially near the end of a tackle with guysflopping around again like in 25, but it's definitely been addressed and toneddown significantly and overall, it really feels and looks good.
Offense feels great as the defense does. The typicalcontrols still will be right home with the Madden guys. Running game is a blastand run blocking continues to improve each year, and I feel the holes areeasier to distinguish in this game. Passing is smooth and doesn't seemoverpowering. I tried a few of my money plays I learned over theyears and they all seemed to be contained. Computer A.I. is smart and mixes itup. I love the play calling screens. I really like the ability to look through so many plays and the recommended playsalways seem like a good option when you're wanting to do hurry up.
Graphics are fantastic. As good as MLB The Show and NBA2k? I sure think so. The players face scans are fantastic, and are better than you would expect considering they are usually hiding under their helmets, but there is an amazing amount of detail especially for big name guys like Peyton Manning. Coaches are eerily like their actual counterparts. So muchlove was to make this look more real than it already did, and Madden 15 getsnearly everything right in the graphics department.
The commentary is the only thing that continues to disappoint. It's an improvement from last year, all be it a miniscule one. Ilike Nance, but i think I heard his voice over the years too many times onNCAA. The halftime show and end game summaries are very nice though, the broadcast presentation as a whole truly feels like an NFL Sunday broadcast, canprobably lean on CBS a bit with the vibe I get when I play.
The game offers online tournaments, connected franchise modes, online quick matches, roster sharing (woo hoo) and LEGENDS are back! I don't know how many yet, but nice to see I can make my own players too and makemy own classic teams! Look out everyone, the 86 browns will be coming for you!
Madden 15 is not Madden 25 with updated rosters, thisgame feels great, feels new, and feels fresh. EA put a lot into their game thisyear and made me a believer that EA can still make a good football game on ayearly basis if they want to. Madden 15 is proof for me. I give it a 9 out of 10.
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Has anyone else had this experience where the penalty sliders were affecting their running game? Cause I was able to run when I first started playing but now I'm struggling too and coincidently it was after I raised the penalty sliders
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I've played alot of games and still can't figure out why the complete makeover on the play calling screen? I keep calling fake PAT's etc.
Also, while I like the innovation of changing the camera on the fly, it should take 2 buttons to execute like LT or RT + D-pad. I keep accidentally changing it when I'm using last years hot routes etc.
So far the online games have been less fluid than last years, some have been downright unplayable. hopefully this will change because lag in sports games is a deal breaker. Madden needs to do more in penalizing people if there connection is lagging. I swear I think people load bit-torrents when they start losing in hopes you will disconnect to give them a win. VERY frustrating!!! I do everything to have a VERY fast connection to make online gaming enjoyable so when I connect to someone that makes the game run at 2 fps then I'm sorry I should get the option to quit and get the win.
Also, while I like the innovation of changing the camera on the fly, it should take 2 buttons to execute like LT or RT + D-pad. I keep accidentally changing it when I'm using last years hot routes etc.
So far the online games have been less fluid than last years, some have been downright unplayable. hopefully this will change because lag in sports games is a deal breaker. Madden needs to do more in penalizing people if there connection is lagging. I swear I think people load bit-torrents when they start losing in hopes you will disconnect to give them a win. VERY frustrating!!! I do everything to have a VERY fast connection to make online gaming enjoyable so when I connect to someone that makes the game run at 2 fps then I'm sorry I should get the option to quit and get the win.
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tha_show256 @ 08/28/14 09:36 AM
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dhuelsman8 @ 08/28/14 09:55 AM
Maybe it's just me, or if anyone has any tips for me, it would be great, but I am having a hard time making any sort of money in CFM. I like to rebuild teams, so I picked the Titans, and am always in the negative in team value, thus I am not able to resign any players come the offseason. And this was after an 8-8 year. Anyone know anything that could help me out or if they are having the same issue?
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It's nearly impossible for the game not to grow on you as it has grown on me each game. I'm watching M25 (even though I happen to like it) fade in the rear view mirror.
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