11-03-2002, 04:08 PM
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#85
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Rookie
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Re: Dont Look INSIDE...Im MAD AS HELL with 2K3 and your not gonna be happy!
Reading the original post I'm struck by yet another 2K3 newcomer unable to deal rationally with the frustrations of the game's steep learning curve and it's very real flaws. This is too bad; in my opinion "20 full games" is not enough to get even marginally skilled at this game. It takes more time than this to become familiar enough with a playbook ( which are far superior to Madden's by the way) to be able to read the defense and call on-the-fly audibles effectivel, both of which are crucial for offensive enjoyment.
Although some of the flaws mentioned are legit and really detract from the game, it amazes me that people are still bummed about the drops. I play with the passing slider maxed out past all-pro and rarely get drops. In order to complete passes in this game it is essential to read the defense to anticipate who will get open, only then will your receiver get enough separation to make the catch (unless his catch rating is very high, i.e. Bruce, etc.). For me, this makes for a realistic, intense and rewarding passing game. After having played 2K3 at this difficulty, I realize that in Madden I routinely throw (succesfully) to players who are clearly covered - I rarely hear people complaining and denouncing Madden for this very real and legit flaw.
The drops are caused by not enough separation, forcing the pass, and the fact that the cpu defenders use the swat,intercept move that rips the ball from your receiver. If you practice defense you can use this technique to force drops by the cpu players as well. To be blunt, if you get more drops than the cpu you need to practice, bottom line.
When you figure this stuff out the game becomes much more enjoyable. Some people cannot live with less than 12 sacks per season and for them Madden is the way to go.
The game has real, serious flaws and bugs to be sure, but some of those listed in the original post are not among them. The drops and player progression for example. Player progression occurs after pre-season, after every 4th game of the reg. season, and immediately after the offseason. Personally, I'm extremely dissapointed by some of the mechanics of player progression, there are some serious bugs here as well.
Tackling is also a non-issue. Tackling is childs play on pro defaults.
The sad thing to me is that alot of hard-core sim enthusiasts are missing out on (in my opinion, having played both games alot) the best strategic football game on the market because they lack the gameplay skills needed to conquer the learning curve. I hardly ever play other video games and don't consider myself that great at "video game skills", but taking the time to develop skill in this game will be rewarding for most and will definately cut down on the "I've played 2K3 for a week and I suck at it (oh, sorry I mean- 2K3 Sucks!) posts.
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