Madden NFL 18 Patch Available Now - Patch Notes Here

[jdenyer]

Re: Madden NFL 18 Patch Available Now - Patch Notes Here

Just for those asking ...

CFM Mode was barely touched

- XP still a massive issue with kickers missing plenty
- LT's still giving up 25+ sacks when simming

[HennyHefner]

Re: Madden NFL 18 Patch Available Now - Patch Notes Here

Just had the Cpu intercept a C route.

Not sure how to embed videos..

http://xboxdvr.com/gamer/JetUtahUtes32/video/36044099

All Madden, sim. Cpu pass coverage and reaction @100 (same as pre-patch)

This makes madden a complete waste of money!!!

[DLaren]

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I'm sensing a lot of 'Placebo Effect' in this thread...

...there are no substantive changes in this patch.

It's the same game today that it was yesterday...but with HDR.

[azdawgpound]

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If you already haven't, turn your backlight all the way up as well as contrast.

I did this because as previous guy mentioned was dark and when I turned both up I had green all over my screen.

The browns helmets were green and orange.

[King Gro23]

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I read it the same way you did. If they're improving DB reactions (which we know is their goal), it should read "decrease 'Break-on-Throw' times".

Anyway, can't wait to try out the new gameplay and start a real franchise.

See this is the problem with Slideritis, and ultimately EA. What does defensive reaction time action mean? There hasn't been a description in 4-7 years. I'll try to be as clear as possible. Also tested theories are out the window. We all see the same things 50% believe its reversed/ 50% when you raise it; coverage is indeed more "reactive"

Breaking down the language Pass - reaction - time

Interpretation A.) When raising this slider it in fact raises the "WINDOW OF TIME" in which a Defender reacts to Pass plays/Passes. Which in result would mean lower slider= lower time window (Faster reaction)

Interpretation B.) When raising this slider it in fact raises the Defenders Reactions to a Pass play or pass. Making defenders More reactive

I am sure others have more interpretations. But EA needs to come out of the closet with this one. We're talking about 5+ without anybody truly knowing what we are adjusting/what to visually expect.

Super small sample but yes it appears the cpu QB isn't holding the ball which is a good thing. Problem is he seems hyper aware and is moving and throwing darts on the move and off balance.

I played a play now game and picked two random teams. I laughed when it came up Jets vs Pats. I took the Pats just to see how dominant they would be with the zone fix. The result, Josh McCown picked me apart. Granted I used no coach adjustments but when I got pressure he moved and scrambled and threw on the money strikes to receivers that were every bit as open as before the patch.

Chad Hansen, the Jets rookie receiver got matched up with McCourty in a man to man situation. McCourty has 84 man coverage and 90 speed and 92 awareness. Hansen with 66 route running ran a simple corner route and beat McCourty by 10 yards. When Hansen cut McCourty did what I can best describe as a basketball jump stop before transitioning immediately giving up 7-8 yards.

So, if an 86 speed, 66 route running, 63 awareness rookie can torch an all-pro safety we have a problem......

Game looks a lil better wit HDR, jus a lil

Is HDR only supported on a PS4 pro?
Or if I run the original on my 4k tv in HDR mode will we see a supported boost?

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[coachmac75]

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I want to say something about the patch especially after reporting a few glitches.

Thank you very much EA / Tiburon very nice job

I just played a CFM online game in a Simulation style and seriously it was a fantastic experience. Worth to mention that I have been playing online since Madden 04 and I saw a very very good Madden gameplay.

• Coverage was finally there, defense reaction looks much better and much more realistic.
• Pass rush was there
• HB move effectiveness was much more realistic.

Really a nice upgrade, keep up the good work.

[Pappy Knuckles]

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I have to second what Coach just wrote. Here is the clip of the game he speaks of, for anyone who might want to look through it. Sorry for the trash stream quality.

http://www.twitch.tv/pappyknuckles/v/172808234?sr=a&t=0s

Defensive battle most of the game, with one side pulling away in the 4th.

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[DeuceDouglas]

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Played another game against Washington and lost 38-17. Gave up a pick six and got absolutely torched by Kelley to the tune of 260+ yards. The way the game played out didn't give me much of a chance to play pass defense. It does seem tighter though. I'm on All-Madden with adjusted sliders and Cousins was 11-21 passing. I saw a couple throwaways which was nice because they have been pretty rare. Also saw some inaccuracies which is nice and on 17 for CPU Accuracy I've had a decent mix of games. He started 9-11 and finished 2-10. I also only sacked him twice but they didn't throw much. Marcus Peters has actually made a couple plays though and hasn't been getting consistently burned like before. CPU zones on All-Madden are definitely better as well. They are active as hell in zones.

I don't know if it's related to the patch or just a random occurance but in both games I've played I've noticed some blockers just completely ignoring defenders. More than a couple times with RB's in protection and then once on a pulling guard when he ran right at him and then just ignored him. Also had a couple wonky plays; one where I tried to step up in the pocket and my RB knocked my QB down for a sack and then another where on a Shotgun PA screen my TE at the snap ran directly back into my QB causing him to throw it forward like three yards into the ground.

I'm starting to sour on the ball carrier moves taking control of your user controlled defender. At first I didn't mind it but it doesn't seem like ratings play into it at all. I had a play in the Redskins game where they run a stretch I fill my gap perfectly get into the back field and have the RB lined up and then it's completely taken out of my hands, my LB gets juked and it's a 60-yard TD. Looking at the ratings DJ has 90 AWR, 88 TAK and Kelley has 82 JKM and 75 ELU. Just frustrating to do everything right and then have it all taken out of your control. If it was a crappy LB then I'd be more than fine with it but it happens all the time with DJ and Eric Berry so I don't really think ratings play into it at all which is the part I don't like.

[Find_the_Door]

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Pvarck31 I got both set at 100 on my b6 oled it automatically switches to hdr on my tv with my settings all my other hdr games look great

Make sure Dynamic Contrast is set to high if you're on version 05.03.02 or higher as it's required since LG updated the tone mapping for HDR.

[ggsimmonds]

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This makes madden a complete waste of money!!!

How so? It was a poorly thrown ball. Granted I don't like how the pick played out because he went from having his back to the ball to immediately turning around and making the catch, but I'm fine with the result.

[extremeskins04]

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Pass rush is making the statue QB alot worse in my games. I've tried all default settings for QB's AND the QB edits.

Edit: Just finished a coach mode game where there were 17 sacks for both teams. 9 by the Ravens, and 8 from my Browns. I'm very frustrated at this point.

[TexasFan2005]

Re: Madden NFL 18 Patch Available Now - Patch Notes Here

• Fixed issue around Coaches standing in the middle of the field when re-starting MUT Challenges

Not gonna lie, I got pretty excited when I read "Fixed issue around Coaches" just to be disappointed that the rest of it didn't read "...being shown after every play in CFM."

Still glad they were able to release the patch ahead of time and I hope these guys stay safe if/when the storm hits Florida.

[sva91]

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Anyone notice better qb throw animations or am I imagining things?


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[Eddie1967]

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I haven't had a chance to try it yet, .

That quote but somehow you know that the patch is terrible and won't work.

What has happened to Operation Sports

[TurboTitan]

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Do we need to restart our franchise for these to take effect?