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Jerpitcher · 08-09-2005, 01:02 PM

Hey guys, I have been reading all kinds of stuff about this game, the overblown dynasty stats and all the other "glitches" and that kinda jazz. I have NCAA 2003, and that was a solid game in my opinion, I've played it since then. I was just wondering, in everyone's opinion, if this game is a worthwhile upgrade. Alrighty, thanks in advance to all who respond!

ehh · 08-09-2005, 01:44 PM

From 2003 I'd say it's a pretty decent upgrade. I was actually playing '03 this past winter and there's definately a big upgrade. Even if you don't wanna buy '06, I'd suggest '04 if you're looking for something new.

Mizzou23 · 08-09-2005, 01:47 PM

I think it's a huge upgrade over '03. There's definitely a lot more defense played. Plus, home field advantage, the recruiting is done better, you get in season progression, tighter defense, the SI feature. I dunno, I liked '03 a whole lot and probably played almost 15 full seasons, but I think '06 is the better game.

Mizzou23 · 08-09-2005, 01:48 PM

Oh yeah and I forgot to mention, the 70 man roster (as opposed to 55 man roster in '03) is HUGE. I remember having to constantly cut blue chippers because I didn't have enough room on my roster. In '06, if I have to cut anyone at all, it's usually 1 or 2 guys and I can weed out the scrub guys who never panned out.

MK47 · 08-09-2005, 02:42 PM

I feel obliged to reply to this as I also had NCAA 2003 and didnt bother buying 2004 or 2005..but I have bought NCAA 2006. Was it worth it? Absolutely. Even EA manages to upgrade games in 3 years. Its still the same game to a degree (i.e. the same engine) but it looks much better, plays a bit better and has more features.

RDMercer · 08-09-2005, 02:55 PM

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Originally Posted by Jerpitcher


	Hey guys, I have been reading all kinds of stuff about this game, the overblown dynasty stats and all the other "glitches" and that kinda jazz. I have NCAA 2003, and that was a solid game in my opinion, I've played it since then. I was just wondering, in everyone's opinion, if this game is a worthwhile upgrade. Alrighty, thanks in advance to all who respond!

You know...I was really excited about 06, I played the mess out of it for the first week or so, but to me that game is UNPLAYABLE unless you have the right sliders...I HATE THE MIRACLE LEAPING ABILITY OF THE LB's and DB's...take that will HFA and it can make it almost impossable to throw touch passes...

...also...HB Direct, messed up Dynasty stat tracking, etc, etc...Yes it does have a MUCH BETTER presentation, the stadium upgrades are VERY NICE, and the game overall is more polished...but in the end its all about gameplay...

In comparison I do like it better than 05...the running is much smoother...but to me and this is JMHO...04 was the best in the series so far...I bought it again used a few monthes ago for like $11...

cable guy · 08-09-2005, 03:50 PM

I think 2006 is the best of the series, edging out 2004 IMO.

TurboVol · 08-09-2005, 03:57 PM

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	I think 2006 is the best of the series, edging out 2004 IMO.

I agree, though its close.

08-09-2005, 01:02 PM	#1
Jerpitcher Rookie OVR: 3 Join Date: Apr 2004	The Bottom Line.... Hey guys, I have been reading all kinds of stuff about this game, the overblown dynasty stats and all the other "glitches" and that kinda jazz. I have NCAA 2003, and that was a solid game in my opinion, I've played it since then. I was just wondering, in everyone's opinion, if this game is a worthwhile upgrade. Alrighty, thanks in advance to all who respond!

08-09-2005, 01:44 PM	#2
ehh Hall Of Fame OVR: 44 Join Date: Mar 2003 Posts: 28,857 Blog Entries: 9	Re: The Bottom Line.... From 2003 I'd say it's a pretty decent upgrade. I was actually playing '03 this past winter and there's definately a big upgrade. Even if you don't wanna buy '06, I'd suggest '04 if you're looking for something new. __________________ "You make your name in the regular season, and your fame in the postseason." - Clyde Frazier "Beware of geeks bearing formulas." - Warren Buffet

08-09-2005, 01:47 PM	#3
Mizzou23 MVP OVR: 13 Join Date: Dec 2002	Re: The Bottom Line.... I think it's a huge upgrade over '03. There's definitely a lot more defense played. Plus, home field advantage, the recruiting is done better, you get in season progression, tighter defense, the SI feature. I dunno, I liked '03 a whole lot and probably played almost 15 full seasons, but I think '06 is the better game.

08-09-2005, 01:48 PM	#4
Mizzou23 MVP OVR: 13 Join Date: Dec 2002	Re: The Bottom Line.... Oh yeah and I forgot to mention, the 70 man roster (as opposed to 55 man roster in '03) is HUGE. I remember having to constantly cut blue chippers because I didn't have enough room on my roster. In '06, if I have to cut anyone at all, it's usually 1 or 2 guys and I can weed out the scrub guys who never panned out.

08-09-2005, 02:42 PM	#5
MK47 Rookie OVR: 5 Join Date: Sep 2004	Re: The Bottom Line.... I feel obliged to reply to this as I also had NCAA 2003 and didnt bother buying 2004 or 2005..but I have bought NCAA 2006. Was it worth it? Absolutely. Even EA manages to upgrade games in 3 years. Its still the same game to a degree (i.e. the same engine) but it looks much better, plays a bit better and has more features.

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08-09-2005, 03:50 PM	#7
cable guy MVP OVR: 12 Join Date: Jul 2005 Posts: 3,267	Re: The Bottom Line.... I think 2006 is the best of the series, edging out 2004 IMO.

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