Madden 09 Preview, Screenshots and Video: GameSpot

[SteelerSpartan]

Quote: Originally Posted by countryboy

agreed. As I've said before, Hammond is a boring commentator whether in the game or IRL. Collinsworth is better in the game then I expected.

Yeah surprisingly I don't have a problem with Collinsworth at all....Though I haven't heard him talk about the Steelers yet, or heard to what extent he'll express his undeniable love for Tom Brady either.


I remember getting pissed off about one of the lines from last gen Madden 06, about how B-Roeth wasn't better then Eli. I can't help but think Collinsworth might have a few of those nuggets like that for the Steelers this year.

[countryboy]

Quote: Originally Posted by SteelerSpartan

Yeah surprisingly I don't have a problem with Collinsworth at all....Though I haven't heard him talk about the Steelers yet, or heard to what extent he'll express his undeniable love for Tom Brady either. I remember getting pissed off about one of the lines from last gen Madden 06, about how B-Roeth wasn't better then Eli. I can't help but think Collinsworth might have a few of those nuggets like that for the Steelers this year.

yeah...CC isn't one of Pittsburgh's biggest fans.

And when it comes to Brady.. CC =

[RGiles36]

Quote: Originally Posted by Moostache

OK...I like the videos and the overall look of the game...I like that the Rams are shown in one screen shot with their correct default home uniform and that the Cowboys video shows them wearing the correct white jerseys at home against the Eagles...BUT, what the hell is up with that helmet logo for the Cowboys (AGAIN)?!??! That thing is over-sized by almost 2X versus what the actual Dallas Cowboys helmet looks like! I really do appreciate the presentation touches EA is adding to Madden 2009, but for the love of god guys....if I can spot this issue in about 3 seconds by viewing a freaking CLIP of the game, can you PLEASE hire someone to proof-read the damn uniforms this year?!?!??

Tell me about it lol. It's not b/c they (EA) are not aware though. Back when Phil Frazier was answering questions on the EA boards, I mentioned that to him. He responded and was just about oblivious to it. It's not a big deal obviously but it just looks awful.

[Vikes1]

I'm a bit confused guys.

These "Different game styles" from Beginner to Hardcore...is this linked to the "Madden IQ" thing?

It's natural to be uneasy about something thats new to the game. But I gotta say, the more I read about this IQ thing, the less comfortable I feel about it. I've got a feeling I'll just go the more traditional route and just find sliders that fit me on All-Madden.

[a4reak]

I pray they just got the right shade of green in the jets unis, I have given hope that they will adjust the size of the logo on the helmet

[WDOgF0reL1fe]

Cris Collinsworth doesnt stop amazing me with his commentary. However, I just hope that the player specific lines dont get too repetitive

[LIGHTNING]

When you are watching videos and screen shots keep in mind you are seeing what they want you to see. Lots of companys do this though and it is great marketing and I would do the same. I do not want to discourage anyone please understand. It certainly looks improved, but we will not know how much better the game is until about a week after it is launched.

[BezO]

Man, I come out of one post with a bit of enthusiasm and into this one to be taken back down.

Quote: Originally Posted by edubbs

Meh..... DE's are still getting thrown to the grown like ragdolls, instead of getting up field to force the QB to step up in the pocket.

Yeah, that 2nd play didn't look good. And the 1st play was worse with the left OT & OG off in the distance waiting for the kicker to blitz off the sideline while the DE is sacking the QB. Absolutely no recognition of the DE.

But Collingsworth sounded good. That's the type of play specific commentary I've been waiting for. Too bad he didn't mention the inept blocking on that 1st play. The key will be if they add to his commentary next year or if we're stuck with these lines until they change commentators again.