I didnt realize how good APF 2K8 was until I played Madden

[baa7]

Madden is the better game graphically, by a long shot. And I prefer the slimmed-down steroid look of Madden's player models to APF's high school seniors. But that's just me.

APF wins in the game play dept by an even longer shot. One thing improved with Madden's QB's though: they don't throw well on the run. And that's more realistic than not being able to throw on the run at all, ala APF.

[BigTigLSU]

Quote: Originally Posted by baa7

Madden is the better game graphically, by a long shot. And I prefer the slimmed-down steroid look of Madden's player models to APF's high school seniors. But that's just me. APF wins in the game play dept by an even longer shot. One thing improved with Madden's QB's though: they don't throw well on the run. And that's more realistic than not being able to throw on the run at all, ala APF.

I see mobile QBs throw on the run all the time but honestly how easy should it be for you to throw strikes with out planting your feet.

[baa7]

Quote: Originally Posted by BigTigLSU

I see mobile QBs throw on the run all the time but honestly how easy should it be for you to throw strikes with out planting your feet.

Oh, okay - I must be using someone who can't run and throw, because when I try, he always has to stop and plant his feet.

How realistic? It's realistic to be able to run and throw at the same time. What I was saying is that when it happens in Madden, the QB does in fact throw the ball into the turf at times, unlike in years past.

[GMonroy]

Quote: Originally Posted by baa7

APF wins in the game play dept by an even longer shot. One thing improved with Madden's QB's though: they don't throw well on the run. And that's more realistic than not being able to throw on the run at all, ala APF.

Boy is that a lie. I have thrown on the run and have seen people throw on the run.

[NovaStar]

Quote: Originally Posted by baa7

Madden is the better game graphically, by a long shot. And I prefer the slimmed-down steroid look of Madden's player models to APF's high school seniors. But that's just me. APF wins in the game play dept by an even longer shot. One thing improved with Madden's QB's though: they don't throw well on the run. And that's more realistic than not being able to throw on the run at all, ala APF.

In APF, is'nt the ability of your qb to throw on the run dependant upon what qb you choose? I play with Marino, and he can throw on the run but I wouldn't suggest doing it because it is not his strength.

[RogueHominid]

You can throw on the run in APF, it's just that not every quarterback can do it. I'm playing with Steve Grogan right now, and he throws a pretty decent ball on the rollout. He's not like Young or Elway, but he'll get it there over 50% of the time and give his guy a chance to make a play. The pocket-only guys are the ones you don't want to roll out with: try throwing on the move with O'Donell I think it's done well in APF, though I can't vouch for Madden since I haven't' bouht it.

More impressions from folks who have both games and are willing to be fair to both would be helpful. I love APF, but have heard that Madden is vastly improved and am considering buying Madden, though I'm leaning toward not. Level-headed feedback from the folks I respect on this forum would be helpful in making an evaluation of whether this game has improved enough to compete with the very solid product VC has put out. And btw, I live an a high-crime area, so the video stores don't carry next-gen stuff, which makes renting not an option.

[baa7]

Quote: Originally Posted by GMonroy

Boy is that a lie. I have thrown on the run and have seen people throw on the run.

Boy is that a weird post, given a couple of us here are happily discussing the ins and outs of the game, and all without having to resort to insults. I'm guessing you're a teenager, right?

[baa7]

Quote: Originally Posted by Trojan Man

More impressions from folks who have both games and are willing to be fair to both would be helpful. I love APF, but have heard that Madden is vastly improved and am considering buying Madden, though I'm leaning toward not. Level-headed feedback from the folks I respect on this forum would be helpful in making an evaluation of whether this game has improved enough to compete with the very solid product VC has put out. And btw, I live an a high-crime area, so the video stores don't carry next-gen stuff, which makes renting not an option.

Sorry then, I can only recommend you rent first, which you say you can't.

Madden is improved, no question. But APF set the game play bar so high, I think anyone who loves APF won't be able to play Madden for more than a few days or even hours. I would say it's probably worth a purchase if you must have franchise and NFL teams. Otherwise it's a toss-up, and the only way you'd know if it was something you'd enjoy would be to rent it as I said.