Gamespot Hands-On (5-19-07)

[DaveDQ]

Well, I guess Madden has its gimmick for 2008.

[Jistic]

Quote:

San Diego QB Philip Rivers is known for his arm power

....he is?

[driddy]

Madden has so many areas that need fixing, I'm afraid one main area will get overlooked, presentation. That is going to really hurt this game once people see what is possible on their competition.

[Altimus]

Quote: Originally Posted by cam780

Wait ... let me savor this moment ... this post hasn't been corrupted with negativity yet. It's refreshing.

I agree. LOL

Three pages and going...

[whosgotcha]

Quote: Originally Posted by TIm

Well call me one that breaks the love fest up if you want but hear me out...I am very leary of what this gamespot says...This year is all about the weapon...ummm I just hope this doesn't mean if your Peyton Manning that you can throw for 600 yard..You get my point Another thing that worries me. APF2k8 says they changed their ratings system which mean you have to play to a teams strength...This sound very close to what was said about Madden 08 in the article. Copy ???? We will wait and see. With that said, I really hope Madden is changing for the better... Bring back both games and let them both have a kick A@@ game. LEt the companies give us the best product they can and duel it out on the virtual gridiron

My thoughts and concerns also. There is a certain amount of coincidence occurring don't you think? I like the weapons aspect especially as a part of franchise but I do wonder if it will hearken back to the days of the unstoppable wide receiver, running back, quarterback etc.

[whosgotcha]

Quote: Originally Posted by driddy

Madden has so many areas that need fixing, I'm afraid one main area will get overlooked, presentation. That is going to really hurt this game once people see what is possible on their competition.

Yes, please fix the presentation.

[sketcher290]

This game looks to be a great improvement but I still think we won't get the gang tackles we wanted (2K5). Oh well at least its a start.

[Leahmic223]

Well if every weapon has a counter, than it can't be abused...unless there is a catch animation that always succeeds or something like that.

Because if you have a smart LB or CB or whatever, didn't they say those guys could sneak out the play(excluding WR routes). Therefore a smart QB can change the play all he wants, but the great defenders realize it still.

It all sounds interesting. Who wins the battle of Possession WR and Shutdown CB. Since the Possesion WR can catch balls in traffic, and the Shutdown Corner sticks to the WR like glue. Who wins that battle?

Can't wait till...August.