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  • cake612
    Pro
    • Jul 2002
    • 677

    #316
    Re: Madden NFL 25 Impressions (PS4)

    I waited until Sunday to start downloading so I've only played about 4 full games but I was pleasantly surprised and I really like it. Playing against the CPU feels a lot different. Maybe I'm imagining things but it seems like if I really mix up my coverages, do my job as the user controlled player and don't take too many chances I feel like I'm making an impact on defense in a positive way for the first time in awhile as opposed to have no impact or screw up and give up a TD.

    I still have turboitis in the running game and keep holding R2 way too often as I did on current gen but the new physics really make me appreciate being patient and waiting to speed burst until I get to a hole or try to turn the corner on a toss. Passing with the QB feels pretty much the same as far as ball trajectory and velocity goes but the way guys run a lot of routes is noticeably different, especially when they cut so the timing is at least a little different from some stuff on current gen.

    I was probably more down on this game than most before launch and thought it'd be legitimately bad but I really like it and will be playing a lot more than I did the past few months on 360. I'm actually kind of looking forward to patches for this generation and I'm hoping they put out larger more substantial patches that can really fix AI and some gameplay issues as opposed to a couple blatantly obvious AI mistakes and some stability fixes and CCM glitches. Right now I still think it plays great out of the box and this might actually be my most played PS4 game for awhile.

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    • andyacecandy
      Rookie
      • Aug 2009
      • 351

      #317
      Re: Madden NFL 25 Impressions (PS4)

      Am I the only one who hardly notices a difference, graphically between PS3 and PS4 versions?

      It really doesn't have that Next Gen Wow Factor that NBA 2k14 has. I really could barely notice any difference at all actually in terms of visuals.

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      • N51_rob
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        • Jul 2003
        • 14805

        #318
        Re: Madden NFL 25 Impressions (PS4)

        Because graphically it is a port from PS3, with "cleaner" visuals.
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        • andyacecandy
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          • Aug 2009
          • 351

          #319
          Re: Madden NFL 25 Impressions (PS4)

          Originally posted by N51_rob
          Because graphically it is a port from PS3, with "cleaner" visuals.
          Gotcha... I mean yes it does look cleaner, but I guess I was expecting A LOT more graphically

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          • cake612
            Pro
            • Jul 2002
            • 677

            #320
            Re: Madden NFL 25 Impressions (PS4)

            Yeah unfortunately when just playing with the default camera it's not a huge upgrade from the PS3 version. Definitely better but not exactly night and day. There's a lot of little improvements like the field itself, sidelines and the crowd but the player models could still use a big upgrade.

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            • erkizzlemynizzle
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              • Nov 2007
              • 367

              #321
              Re: Madden NFL 25 Impressions (PS4)

              Is there anyway to dive over the pile at the goal line? Every time I try, the runner just falls/dives forward into somebody's arse.

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              • Sausage
                MVP
                • Feb 2003
                • 3905

                #322
                Re: Madden NFL 25 Impressions (PS4)

                Originally posted by erkizzlemynizzle
                Is there anyway to dive over the pile at the goal line? Every time I try, the runner just falls/dives forward into somebody's arse.
                Hold the precision modifier, then dive.

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                • PacMan3000
                  MVP
                  • Jul 2002
                  • 1807

                  #323
                  Re: Madden NFL 25 Impressions (PS4)

                  This is one of the more impressive things I've read here. Have you seen this continue to be the case in CCM when it comes to the Nantz discussing what your quarterback did as you progress through the season?

                  Originally posted by blackceasar
                  I will say this though, there are little things I notice that are considerably different than the current gen version. I mean even more than the fluidity of the animations, etc.

                  So check this out.. you at the beginning of a game when a your (or the opposing) QB takes the adfield and the commentators are saying something like "He was a first round selection in 2008, on the filed comes ____insert name____) you would always get the same canned thing about that particular QB... not in next gen.. they actually talk about what he did the week before. I was playing with the Dolphins in a CC and in week 2 rather than them introducing him as the former aggie converted back to his QB position (which they say EVERY TIME in current gen)..the next gen one said..." Coming to lead his team on the field is Ryan Tannehill.. he didnt have that great of a game last week throwing 3 picks, lets see if he can get it done today."

                  THAT made me smile... they also do it when they introduce the starting offense and defense..they will talk about what they did last week. They still havent got to the point where they talk about individual players during your current game about what they did last week, but these things they are doing are NOT in current gen. I love it.

                  For me, because I'm a Coach Mode type of guy, Madden next gen was a must buy.. for the ones who gripe about the controls feeling different becauset they play alot of controller and skill based games.. my advice is to just get used to it.. It's actually harder now.. less cheesing (although cheese will always be present)... all in all.. I'm happy with my next gen madden purchase. No, it's not as advanced as that basketball game I bought with my system.. but Madden is on the right track..they are just moving a little slower lol

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                  • 49UNCFan
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                    • Aug 2010
                    • 2460

                    #324
                    Re: Madden NFL 25 Impressions (PS4)

                    Play the zoom cam and you'll notice more of a difference,btw I wish the zoom camera wouldn't zoom in as far as it does when it's focused on the call carrier other wise it would be perfect!

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                    • blackceasar
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                      • Sep 2003
                      • 3228

                      #325
                      Re: Madden NFL 25 Impressions (PS4)

                      Originally posted by PacMan3000
                      This is one of the more impressive things I've read here. Have you seen this continue to be the case in CCM when it comes to the Nantz discussing what your quarterback did as you progress through the season?
                      I havent been in a scenario where, say for example my QB was on pace to break a record or something so I don't know just how much they will say or what triggers it. I'm only 4 weeks into my season.. but like I said, in Current Gen, they say literally the same thing about your QB when he comes onto the field. For example, Tannehill is always the "converted QB from Texas AM"... but in Next Gen, they introduce him, then comment on what he did the prior week. They also comment on what the offense or defense did at times the prior week when they introduce those lineups. I'm curious to see what other things trigger those introductory comments.
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                      • The JareBear
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                        • Jul 2010
                        • 11560

                        #326
                        Re: Madden NFL 25 Impressions (PS4)

                        Originally posted by 49UNCFan
                        Play the zoom cam and you'll notice more of a difference,btw I wish the zoom camera wouldn't zoom in as far as it does when it's focused on the call carrier other wise it would be perfect!

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                        I think it is pretty much close to perfect. I only notice this issue on returns. On runs or regular plays I don't notice a problem at all, if anything its realistic.

                        But yeah, regardless, Zoom cam is seriously awesome
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                        • Tommyklaid
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                          • Jul 2006
                          • 1859

                          #327
                          Re: Madden NFL 25 Impressions (PS4)

                          I'm about 8 full games in since launch...

                          ...and I was one of first to post my impressions, and I'm having an absolute blast with this game. It takes a bit to get used to going from CG to NG, but it just *feels* so much better, the AI is smarter, etc...

                          I am seeing a bit too many interceptions by both myself & the CPU...I have both set to 3, but it's still too high...granted INT'S are warranted due to horrible decisions.

                          Gonna wait a bit until I start a C-Franchise, but I am lookin' forward to it.

                          Solid product IMO!
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                          • ajk49er
                            Pro
                            • Sep 2011
                            • 715

                            #328
                            Re: Madden NFL 25 Impressions (PS4)

                            the small things added like talking about the week before are very limited and small. seeing the same issues from previous game. did not buy it myself, but played it at a friend's, and left very unimpressed. I proceeded to put in APF 2k8, and I overturned a late fumble when I challenged it was I thought the ball was thrown forward and not backwards, I was correct. this was after a huge holding penalty on the defender where I saw the defender hold the TE


                            still no working penalties in madden, way too many INT's in game to get a realistic sim experience. living crowds has potential, but is limited as well. not seeing changes to the legacy system, or many of the other broken elements that people overlook because they don't play it enough or don't care. Sim stats are still bad.


                            not sure exactly if this game will ever represent the real NFL. it can be fun to play with a friend for a bit, but that is not why I play madden. oh and Jamaal Charles looks ridiculous!
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                            • Jetpac
                              Banned
                              • Jul 2007
                              • 413

                              #329
                              Re: Madden NFL 25 Impressions (PS4)

                              Originally posted by Tommyklaid
                              I'm about 8 full games in since launch...

                              ...and I was one of first to post my impressions, and I'm having an absolute blast with this game. It takes a bit to get used to going from CG to NG, but it just *feels* so much better, the AI is smarter, etc...

                              I am seeing a bit too many interceptions by both myself & the CPU...I have both set to 3, but it's still too high...granted INT'S are warranted due to horrible decisions.

                              Gonna wait a bit until I start a C-Franchise, but I am lookin' forward to it.

                              Solid product IMO!
                              See when you post things like this... it makes me want to post all the glitches I encounter EVERY GAME. way to many for this to be called a solid product.

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                              • N51_rob
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                                • Jul 2003
                                • 14805

                                #330
                                Re: Madden NFL 25 Impressions (PS4)

                                Played a game last night that left me really impressed with the CPU. Played at Seattle as Washington. They were clearly the better team. But there were some awesome play calls by the CPU. Several times they called plays that I would've never expected based on my time with CG.

                                Here is one example: 3rd and goal from the 2 yard line. The formation screen shows them with (if I remember correctly) 2 RB, 2 TE, 1 WR in a game they were winning 19-7. So I am thinking run. So I go to my 5-3-2 goal line package. Ready for any inside run. They run a speed option, with no one to secure the edge, Wilson makes an easy pitch for the TD.

                                If I were playing a user that is a call I would expect, but never have I seen a "cheeky", smart call like that from the CPU. Maybe its placebo, maybe its the "additional calculations" on next gen I don't know, but that call was big as I made a little comeback and lost 21-26. If they had settled for the FG there I could've gone for 2 point conversions on my last two TDs in hope of forcing OT.
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