I’m Already tired of throwing picks cause my WR won’t attack the ball.

[Dsabol715]

Quote: Originally Posted by cima

I’m fairly certain interceptions are broken because I set the CPU slider to 0 just to test it and I’ll still get picked off multiple times per game. That shouldn’t happen if it’s at 0. Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk

I tried 0 on AM and AP and still had a string of 4 straight INTS on both difficulties. I have no problem admitting a bad throw or bad read. I just can't justify it this time around so far. Very frustrating.

[RGiles36]

Quote: Originally Posted by YaBarber

And of course, the slider doesn't work at all. On 0 and anywhere between up to 100 the interceptions stay the same, essentially guaranteed.

For my money, the slider(s) not working at launch is the biggest issue at the moment. Other bugs and imperfections are expected and will hopefully be addressed along the way. Not being able to customize “Madden ball” is a game killer. They have too many masters to serve to not be able to tailor the game to your individual needs.

[RGiles36]

As for all the “get better bro” comments, I’m reminded of the turnover fest that was Madden 08 on the 360. EA literally acknowledged the problem as I recall, but prior to that there were smart-alics on forums like this telling users “you’re the problem”. It wasn’t true then and it’s not true now. Some of us DO know how to read a defense and execute an offense in Madden. The juiced up defenders + lack of slider functionality is running the turnovers up. It’s a problem that needs to be fixed. And what’s better? If the slider IS fixed, then you can turn the INTs up til your heart’s content and make all the same great reads! Everybody wins! Lord.

[ODogg]

Quote: Originally Posted by RGiles36

As for all the “get better bro” comments, I’m reminded of the turnover fest that was Madden 08 on the 360. EA literally acknowledged the problem as I recall, but prior to that there were smart-alics on forums like this telling users “you’re the problem”. It wasn’t true then and it’s not true now. Some of us DO know how to read a defense and execute an offense in Madden. The juiced up defenders + lack of slider functionality is running the turnovers up. It’s a problem that needs to be fixed. And what’s better? If the slider IS fixed, then you can turn the INTs up til your heart’s content and make all the same great reads! Everybody wins! Lord.

I can't say I really agree with you on any of this entire thing you wrote EXCEPT the slider not working. I have moved it slightly and not really noticed much difference but I wasn't aware it didn't work. If that's true then yes that's something they need to fix.

I will say this though, Madden 23 is incredibly good this year and if folks find reason to not like this game then my advice is to simply quit partaking in "Madden pain" and start looking for another game. If you have a PC there are some options and there are new options coming from other companies too.

EA won't be the only real football game in town much longer...heck they even have to compete against themselves next year when EA College Football drops.

[RGiles36]

Quote: Originally Posted by ODogg

I will say this though, Madden 23 is incredibly good this year and if folks find reason to not like this game then my advice is to simply quit partaking in "Madden pain" and start looking for another game. If you have a PC there are some options and there are new options coming from other companies too.

I hear you ODogg, genuinely. But that’s a “take it or leave it” approach and does a disservice to fans like me who generally accept the game for what it is. People bash M22 on this forum; I had a blast with it in my own little sandbox.

I said this in another thread: if you think I’m a negative bc I’m saying one thing has to be fixed, you‘ve got me all wrong. I notoriously have taken an optimistic outlook with Madden and have represented this forum at Tiburon in the past doing just that.

That said, an issue is an issue and this one is ruining the experience for a lot of gamers, even those like me who tend be glass half full when it comes to Madden.

[Armor and Sword]

Quote: Originally Posted by TheBleedingRed21

It’s weird.. I swear CPU WRs and DBs attack the ball while the USER WRs and DBs won’t attack the ball.

The game is clearly tuned and designed for full “user” input.

Once I had this epiphany last night playing the trial…..it all came together for me.

No longer can I play Madden on the Next Gen console with a “no switch, no user catch” mentality where players ratings and “depending” on player AI will suffice.

Nope we had to crack our knuckles and go back to our beginnings on the Sega Genesis and PS1 where my input reigned supreme.

Once I started user’ing and switching on defense I was in the zone and playing much much better defense and taking control of my WR after I released the ball….yep I was able to fight and position my receivers better and use my catch types to battle for the catch.

It opened the game up for me…..and wow….it is now really fun.

It simply demands full on user input and skills and make no mistake the ratings matter….the difference between going and getting a ball with Tyreek Hill vs a rookie 5th round WR is stark.

Also you really have to anticipate the route on offense as the QB and get the ball out….quick. The new QB throwing animations are the truth. It was an adjustment and I still need more practice but it is damn good.

I have done a 180 on this game. Once I realized “no switch/no user catch” is dead and buried as an option on Madden 23 I started fully appreciating what the developers have done with the most important aspect for me.

Gameplay.

Full impressions coming later on in the impressions thread. And it is a balanced review.



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[cima]

Nah this **** is objectively broken. If the slider is set to 0 then INTs shouldn't happen but they still do. I remember in Madden 22 if you set the CPU INTs slider to 0 and you threw what should be an INT it would just bounce off the CPU's hands versus in 23 the INTs still happen and some of them are just very unrealistic.

[canes21]

Quote: Originally Posted by cima

Nah this **** is objectively broken. If the slider is set to 0 then INTs shouldn't happen but they still do. I remember in Madden 22 if you set the CPU INTs slider to 0 and you threw what should be an INT it would just bounce off the CPU's hands versus in 23 the INTs still happen and some of them are just very unrealistic.

Which console are you on? In the Impressions thread it seemed like every single user who said sliders weren't working was on PS5 while us Xbox users were saying sliders were working on our end. It wouldn't be the first time one thing works on one platform, but not another.