NCAA Football 11 Demo Available Now, Post Your Impressions Here

**Madwolf** · 06-14-2010, 07:29 PM

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Killed FSU with Florida in my first game. Final score was 31-7 on All-American. I will say that the locomotion addition went a LONG way into making it feel like a real game of football, and I really enjoyed the way I was able to run one way and then cut back against the pursing defense on returns and gain a few extra yards. I went all the way on my first kick return.

The blocking across the board has been drastically improved. The run block is excellent when you don't out run your blocks, and the down field blocking really helps you to break those longer runs.

It was also really cool how you could jump routes based on how the offensive players moved. I stepped in front of a pass on the first drive of the game and came away with the INT. The feeling of doing that was amazing.

There are a few things I didn't like. I think the defense doesn't get off blocks quickly enough at times, and the CPU holds the ball wrong as well. After hearing Coach Strong and UofL's RB Coach preach about how to hold the ball I thought it was pretty unacceptable. Overall though, the game looks to be vastly improved, and the presentation is EXCELLENT.

**fcboiler87** · 06-14-2010, 07:30 PM

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Just another guy's thoughts:

I just played through every matchup. At first, I noticed or believed that the game looked and felt quite different. But as I played through the games, I realized all in all, I was playing the same game as last year. This was evident when I had defensive tackles knock down my passes two times in a row. That just doesn't happen like that. I can't decide if I like the locomotion or not. It sometimes seemed or felt like the guys were ice skating instead of running.

I am still up in the air in regards to gameplay. I will continue to play the demo until it comes out. I will still buy the game because I am a dynasty guy. But I was not super impressed with what we've had so far.

The atmosphere and such surrounding the game was very cool. I was impressed with that part of the game. It's about time it made its return from the PS2 days.

Here's to hoping for a coaching carousel somewhere in the announcements left and it will overshadow an underwhelming gameplay!

**zoltranite** · 06-14-2010, 07:30 PM

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Im a big Texas fan and Im just wondering why Dravannti Johnson is a impact player...???... That should have went to Aaron Williams or Keenan Robinsonor maybe even Eddie Jones. Johnson didnt even start last year.

Anyway, the game is tight but it does have some little issues that can hopefully be fixed. I saw a couple of my defensive guys who were looking right at the qb in the hook zones and then a pass was thrown and the didnt even react to it. he just kinda stood there...

other than that, it was a great experience.

**theant1h3ro** · 06-14-2010, 07:31 PM

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Originally posted by fcboiler87

Just another guy's thoughts:

I just played through every matchup. At first, I noticed or believed that the game looked and felt quite different. But as I played through the games, I realized all in all, I was playing the same game as last year. This was evident when I had defensive tackles knock down my passes two times in a row. That just doesn't happen like that. I can't decide if I like the locomotion or not. It sometimes seemed or felt like the guys were ice skating instead of running.

I am still up in the air in regards to gameplay. I will continue to play the demo until it comes out. I will still buy the game because I am a dynasty guy. But I was not super impressed with what we've had so far.

The atmosphere and such surrounding the game was very cool. I was impressed with that part of the game. It's about time it made its return from the PS2 days.

Here's to hoping for a coaching carousel somewhere in the announcements left and it will overshadow an underwhelming gameplay!

It doesn't?!?! DL knock down passes at the LOS all the time.....

**stevedrumsdw** · 06-14-2010, 07:36 PM

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Originally posted by steelers1

I'm really happy with this demo. For the first time I think I can safely say that it plays better than the old PS2 versions. Last year, the demo steered me away from buying the game. This year it sold me on it. Playbooks, locomotion, and presentation are all great.

This above is a sad truth about this series.

**countryboy** · 06-14-2010, 07:36 PM

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the fact that I can run the ball on Heisman without feeling as though I need to get "lucky" to bust a run is a welcomed addition.

**sarlndr** · 06-14-2010, 07:37 PM

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Originally posted by ndhusker90

So far I've seen the CPU accept every penalty, no matter what...this includes a third down penalty that would either set me back, and replay third down or force me to punt on 4th. The CPU went with replay third down, where I got the first down. Epic facepalm.

It's a demo. Get over it.

**countryboy** · 06-14-2010, 07:39 PM

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I keep throwing pick sixes that are costing me a chance to win the game...lol. Not complaining about the game, just my own stupid decisions.

**countryboy** · 06-14-2010, 07:40 PM

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Texas going on a drive to win the game...shows a cutaway of the kicker warming up on the sideline...nice.

**countryboy** · 06-14-2010, 07:41 PM

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turning on auto-sprint makes the game play much better imo.

**longshanks** · 06-14-2010, 07:42 PM

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Originally posted by zoltranite

Im a big Texas fan and Im just wondering why Dravannti Johnson is a impact player...???... That should have went to Aaron Williams or Keenan Robinsonor maybe even Eddie Jones. Johnson didnt even start last year.

Anyway, the game is tight but it does have some little issues that can hopefully be fixed. I saw a couple of my defensive guys who were looking right at the qb in the hook zones and then a pass was thrown and the didnt even react to it. he just kinda stood there...

other than that, it was a great experience.

same here, i don't think he got any significant playing time last year

**Vince** · 06-14-2010, 07:44 PM

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I got chills when OSU came out of the tunnel.

**NEOPARADIGM** · 06-14-2010, 07:44 PM

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I'm pleased. Not blown away, but pleased. Could list lots of little grips, but won't. Game seems to be shaping up for an 85 or 86 metascore.

**stevedrumsdw** · 06-14-2010, 07:44 PM

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Originally posted by longshanks

same here, i don't think he got any significant playing time last year

EA's new roster guy knows alot more than you guys.

**SECElit3** · 06-14-2010, 07:45 PM

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Two priorities EA should take a look at for next year's game:

Touchdown celebrations - Players still do not show enough emotion after scoring a big touchdown. EA would really add a lot in terms of excitement in the game if this was re-worked.

The old commentary absolutely has to go.

NCAA Football 11 Demo Available Now, Post Your Impressions Here

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