Madden NFL 12 Super Bowl Halftime Blog is Official, Franchise Mode Not Covered

[HARTSTOPPER]

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AS LONG AS ONE OF THE ANNOUNCEMENTS IS THE INCLUSION OF DREADS I WILL BE HAPPY!!!!!1111!!111!1!1

Realistically, the announcement isn't going to be about franchise (online/offline), and it's still pretty early in terms of releasing information. I think everyone needs to pull up on the expectation reins. This is why videogames ALMOST NEVER live up to standards. Fans run rampant with expectations and demand certain fixes for the game (some justified some not), and if their demands are not met, then the overall product will suffer.

In terms of two new features to be revealed, I think the weather and stadium sounds are a good start. Everyone wants to see dirt or mud on the uniforms and the fields torn up in the rain. I'd say those are probably the best bet to make the informational blog.

[jeremym480]

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AS LONG AS ONE OF THE ANNOUNCEMENTS IS THE INCLUSION OF DREADS I WILL BE HAPPY!!!!!1111!!111!1!1

Realistically, the announcement isn't going to be about franchise (online/offline), and it's still pretty early in terms of releasing information. I think everyone needs to pull up on the expectation reins. This is why videogames ALMOST NEVER live up to standards. Fans run rampant with expectations and demand certain fixes for the game (some justified some not), and if their demands are not met, then the overall product will suffer.

In terms of two new features to be revealed, I think the weather and stadium sounds are a good start. Everyone wants to see dirt or mud on the uniforms and the fields torn up in the rain. I'd say those are probably the best bet to make the informational blog.

Doesn't Madden already have dreads?

[Reejer]

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I hope it's not MUT news. I would chalk that up as disappointing.

Ditto. Extremely disapointing.

[Flamehead]

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My purchase of 12 hinges on the franchise mode also.

As it does me. I still bought '11 because of the improvements to gameplay, and for me the gameplay has improved enough now that I don't have much of a problem with it.

So if they don't deliver in a substantial manner with offline franchise additions/improvements, there really is no reason to buy the next iteration. I'd be content with the version I have.

So whatever the reveal is on Sunday, I'm sure it'll be interesting, but won't sway me at all regarding my purchase.

[BlueNGold]

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Doesn't Madden already have dreads?

Yes. They also have long hair.

Hopefully NCAA can get that in this year.

[TheTruth437]

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Yes. They also have long hair.

Hopefully NCAA can get that in this year.

I agree, I don't like how every player in NCAA has short hair.

[econoodle]

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getting close guys, can;t wait for SB Sunday.
Thanks ian for getting us a blog.

[Step2001]

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Bummed about that there will be NO news on anything to do with Franchise mode. Hell, just "Adembroski" saying he's excited at what he knows and has seen about Madden 12 would have been enough. Knowing how p.o'd he was after seeing the direction Madden 11 had went early last Spring.

As for what info will be released, curious. I'll say "Co-Op" where you and a friend can play online on the same team for any game mode.

[NoTiCe_O]

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I've been watching alot of Online games of Madden 11 since i didn't buy it this year, and i'll say the Gameplay looks real goood. If they can improve it even more in 12 i think i'm gnna get back on it.

Can't wait to hear the news, only a day and some change away.

[RedZoneD25]

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Bummed about that there will be NO news on anything to do with Franchise mode. Hell, just "Adembroski" saying he's excited at what he knows and has seen about Madden 12 would have been enough. Knowing how p.o'd he was after seeing the direction Madden 11 had went early last Spring.

As for what info will be released, curious. I'll say "Co-Op" where you and a friend can play online on the same team for any game mode.

Agreed. I won't anoint anyone as a savior per se, but Dembroski being on the team and pleased with what he sees gives me a real, legitimate smile at the future of the game. He's one of "us", you know? He knows what we want, and he's been asking for it for a long time as well. Gets me REALLY excited.

[green94]

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Two new features will be announced. Any guesses?
Progressive Lighting and Progressive Weather

Now these seem more realistic. I would be happy with these.

I would be very happy with both of these.

[brettmickey]

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I would be very happy with both of these.

Same here. And since they are making a trailer, they could implement those 2 improvements in it and create more hype.

[ccoaxum]

improve animations always a must..presentation(have the players talk in interviews, Chris(espn) doing the half time and end of game show..deion sanders doing the end of week highlights..that would be nice

[PolkHigh33]

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Looks like it might be Ultimate Team stuff:

This shouldn't be considered news ..

[Tbo24]

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Some sort of real time physics engine + more improvements in presentation + a much deeper Franchise Mode = Best Madden game ever.

Im sure that's something that everyone already knows. I personally am expecting none of these things to be left out this year and if ANY of them are, I will be extremely dissapointed...an all too familiar feeling each year a new Madden is released. Should be interesting to see what's discussed in this blog. Im not expecting much though.