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  • Kramer5150
    Medicore Mike
    • Dec 2002
    • 7377

    #16
    Re: Madden NFL 15 Available Now, Post Your Impressions Here (XB1/PS4)

    These are my very limited early impressions so far.....

    Was only able to play to about the 2nd Quarter....but MAN I really liked what I played.
    I liked the zoom camera for offense...but for defense I had to go back to the traditional cam (or whatever it's called).

    The graphics in this game are simply amazing...the feel of the game is quite different as well...it actually feels like there's weight to the players.

    I can't really give any more in depth Impressions,as I haven't played nearly enough..but for me,it feels like a winner.

    Oh yea....Green Bay was winning 10-0 against my Steelers...their TD came on a fumble by Bell,and scooped by Mathews for the score. I will have some pics in the proper thread as well.
    People are for reviews if it backs their argument, and against them when they don't.
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    • NYGiants4Natic
      Banned
      • Apr 2010
      • 2046

      #17
      Re: Madden NFL 15 Available Now, Post Your Impressions Here (XB1/PS4)

      Originally posted by Mr.Smif
      Sad to here this, makes me want to trade in my XboxONE for a PS4. Seems like everyone is going PS4 this gen, even my patna's that was 360 last gen done changed sides.
      I have both and I can tell you that either version is going to be the same. Unless EA sells different versions of PS4 and XB1 to different people the game looks the same on both ends.

      And I have both. Check the GT

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      • jbrock11
        Rookie
        • Jul 2011
        • 40

        #18
        The good reviews for this game must be based purely on comparisons to other Madden's because if we're basing it on other Next-Gen sports games, this game is trash. Let's break this down...

        Player Models:
        This was really the only reason I even bothered to buy this years game but sadly, they still SUCK. Players still aren't scaled right in certain situations, as a guy like Cam Newton can look like he's about 5'10 when he's coming off the sideline.

        Even though some of the players look way more next-gen than last year, it's only SOME of the players. I could even understand if they didn't get most of the rookie's looking good or garbage players but even a guy like CJ Spiller, not only doesn't look like himself but doesn't look much better than what he does on the 360 or PS3. Same goes for virtually all drafted players.

        Connected Franchise:
        Is a pure joke. Nothing of note has been changed for the better since last year. It's actually worse than last year tbh. College players now only have black uniforms, I'm guessing due to the NCAA lawsuit, but it still kills the immersion.

        Other than that, the Menu's are still clunky and not designed well at all. There are a few new things you can do as an owner like answer media questions but it pales in comparison to something like 2K has done with MyPlayer.

        Ultimate Team:
        Honestly who cares about this sh*t?

        Gameplay:
        Along with player models, this is the only thing in the game that has gotten SLIGHTLY better. It still plays like Madden except with a different feel and some newer, much welcomed, animations.

        Bottom line:
        If you were expecting something much different than what you've played in the past, SAVE YOUR MONEY. This game is just Madden 25, with a new coat of the same old paint.

        Rating:
        5/10
        Last edited by jbrock11; 08-26-2014, 03:23 AM.

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        • NYGiants4Natic
          Banned
          • Apr 2010
          • 2046

          #19
          Re: Madden NFL 15 Available Now, Post Your Impressions Here (XB1/PS4)

          Well am out until next year folks. This forum on Madden release day and first week is a pool of game trashing and nit picking.

          Enjoy the game to those who love it

          To the others... Carry on like usual

          Peace

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          • ForUntoOblivionSoar∞
            MVP
            • Dec 2009
            • 4682

            #20
            Re: Madden NFL 15 Available Now, Post Your Impressions Here (XB1/PS4)

            Wow. I gotta say this is the first time I have truly been wow'd by Madden. This game looks beautiful, more than any football game I've ever seen, by a long way. Also, the presentation is a huge upgrade. There are some bugs, but man there is actually ATMOSPHERE for once in a Madden game.

            Also, the defensive camera is so fun to play with. I think I'm really going to like this game.


            Originally posted by daniel77733
            Well, I'll be damned. Players overall rating in schemes actually matches in-game. Only problem is that it kind of makes editing and using a custom roster pointless. Also, hmmm, as much as im a fan of Joe Staley and think he's good, he's NOT a 99 LT.

            Will definitely have to mess around with schemes and such to see if I can get these guys to match their overall ratings in "play now".
            All the advanced statistical analysis seem to say that he is elite of the elite, so if you're going to have a 99 LT, he is as worthy as anyone.
            Originally posted by Therebelyell626
            I am going to create a team called "the happy town fundament rapscallions" and hurt your already diminishing image
            https://forums.operationsports.com/forums/showpost.php?p=2049813056

            Last edited by your mom; 06-06-2006 at 6:06 PM.

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            • jeremyp1223
              Rookie
              • Oct 2012
              • 122

              #21
              I'm enjoying it. The offensive player lock is just as fun as defensive. With good sliders ill have fun with this til madden 16. I wish i had more time to call defensive plays though.
              EA Sports - If it's in the game, it doesn't work!

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              • DNMHIII
                MVP
                • Feb 2011
                • 2355

                #22
                Re: Madden NFL 15 Available Now, Post Your Impressions Here (XB1/PS4)

                Wow.....extremely disapointed right now and the game just feels really robotic and clunky. The playcall screen is absolutely brutal and the CPU calls plays immedialty and it gives you 10 seconds to pick a play and with the absolute brutal layout of the playcall screen it's hard to even pick a formation in 10 seconds.

                Really bummed with this game initially.

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                • ali8ooahyeh
                  Rookie
                  • Aug 2014
                  • 0

                  #23
                  I was an avid Xbox supporter but I made the switch this gen to the PS4, and I am so happy I did, Madden looks so clean this year too! I've been playing since the midnight release and then I had to get on here to tell everyone to get it! I joined this league too, just look them up on Facebook or Twitter, Sportsgamersonline, should be exciting, it's my first year. GO RAIDERS!

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                  • Skyboxer
                    Donny Baseball!
                    • Jul 2002
                    • 20299

                    #24
                    Re: Madden NFL 15 Available Now, Post Your Impressions Here (XB1/PS4)

                    Originally posted by NYGiants4Natic
                    Well am out until next year folks. This forum on Madden release day and first week is a pool of game trashing and nit picking.

                    Enjoy the game to those who love it

                    To the others... Carry on like usual

                    Peace
                    Just use the ignore button my man.


                    Anyways:
                    I'm loving All Madden.
                    Getting it to where I will be really loving it. Had to abandon my run game due to simply not getting anything going. Ended up bringing in Cousins the last quarter.
                    Texans killed me 22-0 lol

                    A couple more edits and I think I'm good.

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                    • celtics6
                      Banned
                      • Sep 2011
                      • 353

                      #25
                      Re: Madden NFL 15 Available Now, Post Your Impressions Here (XB1/PS4)

                      I spent the first 2 hours going through the skill challenges. There is a lot of new stuff. Some of it is fluff, some of it is just changing the controls, some of it isn't. A lot of new stuff. The game plays different. I'm not sure I like the zoomed in camera and have already changed it. I can't see the whole field. At least the options are there now though. Playbooks look good as usual. Some subtractions but nice overall. madden always has really good plays to run. Played a quick game. I'm still getting used to the game 3 hours in now and I've played this game for 25 years. Haven't played enough yet to give a solid overall impression but I like it so far.


                      The graphics and presentation is improved and a leap up from 25. It's not on par with other AAA titles but it's up there. I haven't delved into the gameplay too much but it's madden. I'm not a nitpicker for things and madden plays a realistic fun game of football. I might give a more detailed gameplay impression later. I really liked the gameplay in Madden 25. I thought last years game looked and played really good. Difficulties were well balanced too. I'm not sure if this years game will be as balanced. Seems like the game may need to be tweaked.
                      Last edited by celtics6; 08-26-2014, 03:52 AM.

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                      • bdeezy89
                        Rookie
                        • Sep 2011
                        • 264

                        #26
                        Re: Madden NFL 15 Available Now, Post Your Impressions Here (XB1/PS4)

                        First game i played was crazy. I forgot that I ran out of timeouts with the falcons down by 3 with 7 secs on the clock near the 50 yd line. I did an audible last sec, hiked the ball and just chucked the ball down field in the end zone to Julio and he caught it with one hand :o

                        But to Impressions...

                        + I like the fact that the ball carrier makes cuts for you so you don't run into your own players

                        + Momentum finally works properly in Madden. I've ran the ball with Steven Jax, Shady and they both fought for extra yards, sometimes almost 10 extra.

                        + WRs hold on to the ball after big hits

                        + Finally you won't get warped into a sack when you're throwing next to an defender engaged in a block or tackled when you're running pass a defender in a block

                        - The lack of penalties kill me. I had a situation where Julio was trying to catch the ball on 3rd and the CB trucked him before he had a chance to reach for the ball but the ref called nothing

                        - The halftime highlights are too fast and we need a post game show too

                        - The defensive controls suck imo. There's too many buttons to press and remember.

                        - All-Pro seemed too easy for me. I ran all over the Redskins D and got 200+ yds with Shady. The Falcons/Saints game was sorta the same they just got lucky off of fumble/INT td returns. I should've blown them out by at least 17

                        That's all i have after 2 games, i'll be back with more tomorrow
                        Last edited by bdeezy89; 08-26-2014, 03:56 AM.

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                        • ali8ooahyeh
                          Rookie
                          • Aug 2014
                          • 0

                          #27
                          Re: Madden NFL 15 Available Now, Post Your Impressions Here (XB1/PS4)

                          Originally posted by celtics6
                          I spent the first 2 hours going through the skill challenges. There is a lot of new stuff. Some of it is fluff, some of it is just changing the controls, some of it isn't. A lot of new stuff. The game plays different. I'm not sure I like the zoomed in camera and have already changed it. I can't see the whole field. At least the options are there now though. Playbooks look good as usual. Some subtractions but nice overall. madden always has really good plays to run. Played a quick game. I'm still getting used to the game 3 hours in now and I've played this game for 25 years. Haven't played enough yet to give a solid overall impression but I like it so far.
                          Honestly, I agree with you the most, if it wasn't for all the options to revert back to old ways I wouldn't know how to feel, I'm old school madden, but I'm always open to trying new features

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                          • Skyboxer
                            Donny Baseball!
                            • Jul 2002
                            • 20299

                            #28
                            Re: Madden NFL 15 Available Now, Post Your Impressions Here (XB1/PS4)

                            One more thing before bed..
                            It was asked a while back in the Q/A thread if CPU is predictable etc..
                            Answer is no.. in a big way,

                            Well if you aren't stopping the run then they'll continue to run it down your throat.. lol

                            I've had fake punt ran against me (run up the gut) and the coolest was a goal line stand.
                            HB dive to their right, my left.
                            I come storming in and stuff it like a big dog.
                            Problem is the QB kept it on a boot leg and pretty much walked in.

                            The ONLY issue I really have after all the time I have had with the game is:
                            Sim stats and not a whole lot of time to made a D play pick.

                            I can get over the D play pick but hopefully the sim stats get fixed.
                            The other little issues don't bother me as this version is a nice jump from M25 and hopefully it continues to make these strides.

                            Enjoy
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                            a.k.a. Stephen W. Falken, 5 Tall Cedar Road, Goose Island, Oregon"


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                            • 12
                              Banned
                              • Feb 2010
                              • 4458

                              #29
                              Re: Madden NFL 15 Available Now, Post Your Impressions Here (XB1/PS4)

                              Originally posted by NYGiants4Natic
                              Well am out until next year folks. This forum on Madden release day and first week is a pool of game trashing and nit picking.

                              Enjoy the game to those who love it

                              To the others... Carry on like usual

                              Peace
                              This. I don't have the game yet, but fully plan on getting it. I've read enough reviews and impressions from people who just focus on playing and enjoying the game. As a dad of three very young sons, my gaming time is very limited and I decided long ago that I could either keep sports gaming and enjoy it for what it is, or I could continue to expect perfection and forever be let down. Madden 15, by all accounts, seems to be a game that has been received well by the crowd that might be a bit more like me now, and a bit less like me 10 years ago. Sure, I'd like to see a flawless game, with perfect sim stats and game play that is near perfect, but it's a fool's errand.

                              Can't wait to get my hands on this game.

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                              • Bushido
                                Pro
                                • Jul 2011
                                • 691

                                #30
                                Re: Madden NFL 15 Available Now, Post Your Impressions Here (XB1/PS4)

                                Hands down the best Madden to date :apple:

                                And I didn't even bother getting the previous two Madden's after playing them a few times at a friends house to determine if it was worth the money.

                                The XB1 graphics/player models are fantastic, and really come to life, no more robots running around out there.

                                I love that ratings actually make a difference this year. If you put your rookie DE who is a 76-78 up against a Pro Bowl LT, you're going to get stone walled most of the game no matter how good you time your jump. And that's how it should be, AND that's just awesome.

                                Sim stats is kind of a meh point for me, but I'm sure that they will correct it in a few weeks. If not, there's a work around already in place in another thread that works pretty good (JMO)

                                I don't care about having 10 seconds to pick a play, because I always let the coach pick the play since I am an offline dynasty gamer. I don't want to cheese/spam the game by picking plays that I know will always work.

                                I give it an 8.5/10

                                If they fix the sim stats issue with QB's then it will be a 9.

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