Congrats to Jim on (another) awesome game

Marc Vaughan · 11-14-2003, 04:46 PM

Title says it - FOF2004 is a great game - an incredible feat for a one man company to develop

TLK · 11-14-2003, 04:49 PM

It's like on giant lovefest around here today. I'm liking it

WSUCougar · 11-14-2003, 04:49 PM

I love you guys, but you still can't have my Bud Light.

Marc Vaughan · 11-14-2003, 04:50 PM

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Originally posted by WSUCougar
I love you guys, but you still can't have my Bud Light.

Well it was worth a try

Ben E Lou · 11-14-2003, 04:53 PM

I hope we don't diminish Marc's original sentiment. I haven't given this as much of a run-through as I'd like, but all signs point to a masterpiece at this point. As Noop mentioned, it is virtually bug-free (apart from the TCY imports, which I'm sure will be fixed ASAP).

WSUCougar · 11-14-2003, 04:56 PM

Certainly. I have a huge amount of respect and admiration for Jim's efforts, regardless. Early indications are as you say.

I would point out that this is DAY ONE, however. The test of time will determine whether it is a masterpiece or not.

Bee · 11-14-2003, 05:02 PM

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Originally posted by SkyDog
I hope we don't diminish Marc's original sentiment. I haven't given this as much of a run-through as I'd like, but all signs point to a masterpiece at this point. As Noop mentioned, it is virtually bug-free (apart from the TCY imports, which I'm sure will be fixed ASAP).

Completely agree. Also, the game has the "feel" of a new game. One of the problems with FOF4 was it "felt" like a patched game instead of a new version. This one isn't like that for me at all.

Eaglesfan27 · 11-14-2003, 05:33 PM

I don't know about anyone else, but I like the look of this game better then recent editions. It just looks and feels so much better.

yabanci · 11-14-2003, 05:49 PM

I think it the game looks great, especially with a couple mods for the background and scoreboard. The logos make a surprisingly good improvement IMO. I've been lowering my screen resolution to 1024x786 on a 19 inch monitor and it looks even better that way, and a lot easier on the eyes.

p.s., it's too bad CM doesn't permit download purchase. I'm not into *that* kind of football at all but I would buy the game it were more convenient to do so.

33sherman · 11-14-2003, 06:00 PM

The web store must be mobbed. I can't get it to come up... I'm dyin' ovah heah!

sabotai · 11-14-2003, 06:07 PM

I have noticed that FOF2004 looks better. It seems like Jim changed the font of the text. It looks much more...crisp than in FOF4.

(I've never had the chance to call anything "crisp" before, until now.

)

EagleFan · 11-14-2003, 09:16 PM

This made up my mind for me for tonight. I had to wait until today to be able to get it (payday) anyway. I signed on last night and saw an incredible record set for posters yesterday and knew right then that the game must have come out. Unfortunately the forum was down (yet still about 70 people at the forum) so I couldn't see what some of the early impressions were.

Marc Vaughan · 11-15-2003, 04:53 AM

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Originally posted by yabanci
p.s., it's too bad CM doesn't permit download purchase. I'm not into *that* kind of football at all but I would buy the game it were more convenient to do so.

We did do download purchase for CM00-01 and CM01-02, I hope to be able to do this again for future games after CM03-04.

Samdari · 11-15-2003, 09:31 AM

One thing to definitely congratulate Jim on:

There is a buzz around here (and if not here, where?) for FOF2004 that was sorely lacking for FOF4. Hope that, combined with the possibility for impulse buys brings you much success with the new game.

petrochile · 11-15-2003, 10:02 AM

Skydog, this has happen to me. Probably several times and I just noticed it in my last offseason. (I was just fooling around in my first career, not doing much like gamplaning and stuff.) So I kept on getting rid of my head coach when I wanted a DC or OC. In 2008 I did this, but my rookie coach won the Super Bowl, so I was happy!

One thing I do like about the hiring staff is that coaches who have gotten fired can become your OC or DC!

jetpunk2000 · 11-15-2003, 11:12 AM

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One thing I do like about the hiring staff is that coaches who have gotten fired can become your OC or DC!

What exactly do you mean by that? I haven't really paid much attention to the game yet. Does it actually note that a coach has been fired?

Fonzie · 11-15-2003, 11:24 AM

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Originally posted by Marc Vaughan
Title says it - FOF2004 is a great game - an incredible feat for a one man company to develop

I'll echo those sentiments, and add that the release of the game was made all the more remarkable when one considers the recent upheaval in Jim's personal life.

Gallifrey · 11-15-2003, 11:43 AM

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Originally posted by Fonzie
I'll echo those sentiments, and add that the release of the game was made all the more remarkable when one considers the recent upheaval in Jim's personal life.

Right on there.

Great game.

33sherman · 11-15-2003, 12:05 PM

I'm having a blast with this game. It's a tremendous improvement over FOF4, especially the draft and rookie holdout elements.

Gambit · 11-18-2003, 04:07 AM

Congrats to Jim. I've been playing this game since the beginning and it never gets boring.

cthomer5000 · 11-19-2003, 10:03 AM

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Originally posted by Bee
Completely agree. Also, the game has the "feel" of a new game. One of the problems with FOF4 was it "felt" like a patched game instead of a new version. This one isn't like that for me at all.

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Originally posted by Samdari

One thing to definitely congratulate Jim on:

There is a buzz around here (and if not here, where?) for FOF2004 that was sorely lacking for FOF4. Hope that, combined with the possibility for impulse buys brings you much success with the new game.

I whole-heartedly agree with both these statements. The game has felt fresh and challenging to someone who's logged countless FOF hours. And it's amazing to see the forum generating so much FOF discussion and analysis.

Hell, I haven't even gotten to try multi-player yet!

Excellent work Jim.

Sidhe · 11-19-2003, 10:31 AM

I have to add my kudos too. This game really is a job well done.

Bravo, Jim!!

11-14-2003, 04:49 PM	#3
WSUCougar Rider Of Rohan Join Date: Jul 2001 Location: Port Angeles, WA or Helm's Deep	I love you guys, but you still can't have my Bud Light. __________________ It's not the years...it's the mileage.

11-14-2003, 04:53 PM	#5
Ben E Lou Morgado's Favorite Forum Fascist Join Date: Oct 2000 Location: Greensboro, NC	I hope we don't diminish Marc's original sentiment. I haven't given this as much of a run-through as I'd like, but all signs point to a masterpiece at this point. As Noop mentioned, it is virtually bug-free (apart from the TCY imports, which I'm sure will be fixed ASAP). __________________ The media don't understand the kinds of problems and pressures 54 million come wit'!

11-14-2003, 04:56 PM	#6
WSUCougar Rider Of Rohan Join Date: Jul 2001 Location: Port Angeles, WA or Helm's Deep	Certainly. I have a huge amount of respect and admiration for Jim's efforts, regardless. Early indications are as you say. I would point out that this is DAY ONE, however. The test of time will determine whether it is a masterpiece or not. __________________ It's not the years...it's the mileage.

11-14-2003, 05:33 PM	#8
Eaglesfan27 Hall Of Famer Join Date: Nov 2002 Location: New Jersey	I don't know about anyone else, but I like the look of this game better then recent editions. It just looks and feels so much better. __________________ Retired GM of the eNFL 2007 Super Bowl Champion Philadelphia Eagles (19-0 record.) GM of the WOOF 2006 Doggie Bowl Champion Atlantic City Gamblers. GM of the IHOF 2019 and 2022 IHOF Bowl Champion Asheville Axemen.

11-14-2003, 05:49 PM	#9
yabanci College Benchwarmer Join Date: Jun 2003	I think it the game looks great, especially with a couple mods for the background and scoreboard. The logos make a surprisingly good improvement IMO. I've been lowering my screen resolution to 1024x786 on a 19 inch monitor and it looks even better that way, and a lot easier on the eyes. p.s., it's too bad CM doesn't permit download purchase. I'm not into that kind of football at all but I would buy the game it were more convenient to do so. Last edited by yabanci : 11-14-2003 at 05:52 PM.

11-14-2003, 04:49 PM	#2
TLK Pro Starter Join Date: Oct 2000 Location: Allen Park, MI	It's like on giant lovefest around here today. I'm liking it

11-14-2003, 06:00 PM	#10
33sherman Mascot Join Date: Nov 2002	The web store must be mobbed. I can't get it to come up... I'm dyin' ovah heah!

11-14-2003, 06:07 PM	#11
sabotai General Manager Join Date: Oct 2000 Location: The Satellite of Love	I have noticed that FOF2004 looks better. It seems like Jim changed the font of the text. It looks much more...crisp than in FOF4. (I've never had the chance to call anything "crisp" before, until now. )

11-14-2003, 09:16 PM	#12
EagleFan Hall Of Famer Join Date: Nov 2000 Location: Mays Landing, NJ USA	This made up my mind for me for tonight. I had to wait until today to be able to get it (payday) anyway. I signed on last night and saw an incredible record set for posters yesterday and knew right then that the game must have come out. Unfortunately the forum was down (yet still about 70 people at the forum) so I couldn't see what some of the early impressions were. __________________ The EagleFan YouTube Channel - Reactions Soarin' & Scratchin' YouTube Channel - We react to music, videos, TV, we talk, we are planning some field trips Soarin' & Soothin' - Meditation, Relaxation, and Sleep Aid; mental health is important

11-15-2003, 09:31 AM	#14
Samdari Roster Filler Join Date: Jan 2002 Location: Cicero	One thing to definitely congratulate Jim on: There is a buzz around here (and if not here, where?) for FOF2004 that was sorely lacking for FOF4. Hope that, combined with the possibility for impulse buys brings you much success with the new game. __________________ http://www.nateandellie.net Now featuring twice the babies for the same low price!

11-15-2003, 10:02 AM	#15
petrochile H.S. Freshman Team Join Date: Nov 2000 Location: Stankonia	Skydog, this has happen to me. Probably several times and I just noticed it in my last offseason. (I was just fooling around in my first career, not doing much like gamplaning and stuff.) So I kept on getting rid of my head coach when I wanted a DC or OC. In 2008 I did this, but my rookie coach won the Super Bowl, so I was happy! One thing I do like about the hiring staff is that coaches who have gotten fired can become your OC or DC! Last edited by petrochile : 11-15-2003 at 10:03 AM.

11-15-2003, 12:05 PM	#19
33sherman Mascot Join Date: Nov 2002	I'm having a blast with this game. It's a tremendous improvement over FOF4, especially the draft and rookie holdout elements.

11-18-2003, 04:07 AM	#20
Gambit n00b Join Date: Nov 2003 Location: Los Angeles, CA	Congrats to Jim. I've been playing this game since the beginning and it never gets boring. __________________ I will not run a 6 yard route on 3rd and 8

11-19-2003, 10:31 AM	#22
Sidhe H.S. Freshman Team Join Date: Apr 2003 Location: NOVA USA	I have to add my kudos too. This game really is a job well done. Bravo, Jim!!

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