Madden NFL 13 Demo Available Now, Post Your Impressions Here (360, PS3)

[Blue]

Quote: Originally Posted by Bgamer90

This is the first year they added it. It's going to take a few iterations to work out the kinks. I mean we wanted physics, and they added it. Since they aren't perfect in the first year of implementation though, they should take it out instead of improving upon it? Kind of silly IMO.

Definitely a good structure for next gen

As for the rest, seems that the presentation for replays was abrupt. The game was waaaayyy to fast but I didn't mess with sliders or chew clock so I know that won't stay that way. Can't wait to get the game, always get it with the SI deal, connected careers sounds awesome and I already have my Gameface set.

[Find_the_Door]

Quote: Originally Posted by ajk49er

so far no luck on dpi for me, and ive been working on fades and such.

I had a DPI call on my second game. I was Niners, threw a bomb to Randy Moss as he skied up and Antrel Rolle couldn't get in good enough position but was in between the balls trajectory and Moss. The flag was thrown and I was in disbelief.

[AiDub]

Presentation: 9/10

I'm actually very impressed with the real time stats and how often they occur. I'm a stat guy so being able to track how my guys are doing throughout the game without going to the stats menu is great! Also love the opening sequence with the key players as well as the pregame. Camera angles and perspectives are spot on as well. Only thing that bugs me (I thought this was addressed already so maybe this is an old build) is the score bar being at the top of the screen.

Graphics: 8/10

Player models and new equipment look excellent! Really nice job by EA on those. They do need to tweak the coaching models however. Sometimes they just look awkward when turning their head. They get that hunch back look. The menu graphics could use a little touch up, mainly the anti-aliasing. It bugs me to see weird jagged edges on different elements.

Gameplay: 7/10

This category is a bit harder for me to judge as I usually play on Slow or Very Slow game speed so everything seemed way too fast for my liking. User catching was good though along with actual passing. Defensive line play troubles me however. I was playing as a DE and everytime I wanted to "swim" to the outside, it would pull me in the opposite direction for some reason.

The infinity engine also needs some work. Don't get me wrong, I think it's a nice feature and will be much better down the road but right now there are just a lot of weird contortions going on with the players. I've seen players falling down after plays are over with as well. Needs work but nothing that would keep me from buying the game.

Overall, I thought the demo was pretty good.

Oh wanted to post my first game stats as well:

Manning: 17-20 - 233yds - 2TDs - 1INT

Bradshaw: 8ATT - 62yds - 1TD

Nicks: 6REC - 100yds - 1TD
Cruz: 4REC - 68yds - 1TD

NY-28 SF-11

Also had an onside kick return for a touchdown with Nicks. I've never done that before lol.

[Aggies7]

Overall love the demo so far. Played with each team and I am really enjoying it.

One thing I did pick up on is I guess team specific songs were taken out. I scored with Washington and didn't hear Hail to the Redskins. Wish they would have left team specific songs in and made them louder. I will say I only scored once with Washington so maybe it only happens every once in awhile but didn't hear it after the one touchdown I did score.

[haste007]

Is anyone having trouble throwing way to many picks?

It seems like the AI is crazy on some of the int's they get.

Threw 7 my first game and avg 3-4 every game (8 games played so far)

[Motown]

I'm guessing the IE is being tweaked as we speak.

PROS

Diggin' TPC
The Running Game...never thought this was possible
GFX...Huge Improvement...Unis,Helmets,The Field, Logos,The Authenticity of the NFL, The CBS feel,
Presentation & especially the audio...WOW!
IE...as I said, needs & probably WILL be tweaked before retail drops
Controls & Commands PS3 anyway

CONS

Collisions due to the IE...some aren't realistic at all...some tackles w/out using the arms...just a collision will bring 'em down...
Blimp shots of the stadiums leaves a lot to be desired, & panning the crowd just hurts my eyes.
I've seen some jet packs on LBs & CBs...not repetitive, but they exist. I think this is an EARLY build of this demo, & by retail release, this game will click on all cylinders.

[WDOgF0reL1fe]

Man. I must have a different demo version.

I have not seen ANYTHING happen so often in terms of warping, crazy animations what have you where it makes it a DEAL BREAKER. Has some weird stuff happened? Yes, but the good far outweighs the bad in terms of sweet looking tackles and movements.

Also, some people have said the CPU drops the ball 100% of the time if you dont user catch. Again, I must have a different version, I NEVER user catch (part of our online franchise rules) and its working just fine for me (yes there are some drops)

Anyway, I am having fun. I haven't said that in a while since Madden 10, aside from Online Franchise keeping the game alive for me.

Good Job EA, on improving a somewhat lackluster title from last year.
Not saying it's perfect, but I am content and not nitpicking on a demo.

[TarHeelPhenom]

The only complaint I have is regarding the 240lb no neck Pete Carroll Coach Model LOL! They made him look like he got scoliosis!!!