Josh Looman Talks Madden NFL 10 Franchise Mode

[thmst30]

Re: No Video Highlights in Extra Point

Just wanted to add to earlier thought about why I'd like to have it as stand-alone DLC. 2k5 had basically a Eagles vs. Redskins to a single highlight with very limited commentary. I'd love to see where they could have multiple plays throughout a game that basically told the story of how the game was won or lost. This would require something a lot deeper tech-wise and a lot of commentary to really flesh out the package. I'd give a gig of HDD space to have something a little deeper than single plays and one-liners...

I would too, unfortunately MS and Sony never would agree to that.

[G-Rapid Da Don]

Re: NFL 10 Franchise Mode Video!!!

I hope gameplan and weekly prep is in that coaching section either way the vid looked great

[wildthing2022000]

Re: EA SPORTS at E3: Madden NFL 10 Producer Josh Looman

From Ian's twitter:
Re: no highlights in the extra point..tough call but we wanted something (recaps) over nothing. They will be added in DLC, patch, or 11

[SHO]

Re: No Video Highlights in Extra Point



But I'm glad they are planning to put it in later.

[g2thecore]

Re: NFL 10 Franchise Mode Video!!!

I just really impressed by this...I can't put it into words....All these folks talking negatively about this are just haters....simply put.

[marinofan]

Re: Will we be able to use multiple teams in Franchise?

Controling every team has been a part of every madden game. I hope after all they have improved they don't blow it by taking out the option to control every team. I am with you if this is the case I will not buy it.

[HealyMonster]

Re: EA SPORTS at E3: Madden NFL 10 Producer Josh Looman

well some of you guys are nuts if you dont think its a step forward. I mean, no its not like genre redefining or something but it is pretty impressive. The only other thing they could add is highlights but I cant say this is garbage cause highlights arent in. It still looks good.

[PantherBeast_OS]

Re: No Video Highlights in Extra Point

No, the broadcast camera is in the game but turned off...not the highlights

Well bottomline Ian said he will either put the highlights in via dlc patches are wait to put it in on madden 11. I guess we will have to wait and see I guess.

[joejccva71]

Re: No Video Highlights in Extra Point

I would too, unfortunately MS and Sony never would agree to that.

Why wouldn't they? Fifa has a TON of DLC content to their game probably equally more than 1 gig.

[pfunk880]

Re: NFL 10 Franchise Mode Video!!!

Huh?That's like 75%, which definitely isn't unheard of for a single-game performance, especially one in which he threw 4 TD's and was named player of the week.

Aaron Rodgers doesn't get Player of the Week... Player of the Week gets the privilege of being named to Aaron Rodgers.

[J Masta J]

Re: NFL 10 Franchise Mode Video!!!

You gotta love the brand new presentation in franchise, plus the fact that progression and the like will be shored up.

However, the lack of video highlights is an undeniable disappointment. To me, these types of things are what make a game truly immersive. The other games in the league aren't just random computer simulations, with the output simply being some numbers and data; it's almost like seeing video highlights makes them more real. It certainly does for me.

All in all, it's cool, definitely some great upgrades, but the lack of highlights will leave a lot of us wondering what could have been.

[marktg30]

Re: NFL 10 Franchise Mode Video!!!

I just really impressed by this...I can't put it into words....All these folks talking negatively about this are just haters....simply put.

What exactly impressed you?

• Everything in the Extra Point is something you can find in the regular menu.
• The Franchise Menu is different and has a temperature.
• Every menu option is the EXACT same as 09.

So, pray-tell... what can't you put into words?

[therizing02]

Re: No Video Highlights in Extra Point

I admit it, I wanted a highlight show as well, but at this point, after all these months, I find it really difficult to whine about anything regarding the dev team and the prospects of Madden 10. BTW, it's not going to be perfect. There's no such thing.

Madden has been a stale boring game for AT LEAST 8 years. I've bought the game on release day every one of those 8 years and returned all of them within 3 weeks or so.

Ian, Phil, and Josh have made major changes(with our help!)ALL in a year's time and now have a framework in place to move the franchise to the next level. They are giving us what WE have been asking for for a looonnnngggg time! Did you expect to get it all in one year?

Pumped about Madden. I don't think I've ever said that.

[rickywal]

Re: Yes our players can go to the HOF onn franchise yes

The little things are what really make the game to me.

Gameplay and presentation combine make one half of the game.

The little things in franchise mode make the rest.

correct logic for CPU teams, progression/regression, retirement, all time records, injuries, coaching/GM impacting teams and their off season planning logic, all offseason logic, FA logic, salary cap, the draft, draft classes, scouting, trading and trade logic, correct stats for existing players including pro bowl appearances and RoY Player of the year info., etc.

ADD all time career stats for top 15 in each stat and ADD retirement players into that list and be allowed to COMPARE with current active players, FIX BUGS,

IF the little things were all working in Franchise Mode with good gameplay I would be much MUCH happier then some fancy new presentation or little details like colored cleats.

SO, yeah the little things MATTER!

I wouldn't call these little things: correct logic for CPU teams, progression/regression

I'm with you though. I play franchise and go through career stats. Love the awards and Pro Bowl noms. Got really peeved when I found out changing a players position wipes all his stats and history. All the things you mentioned are important to the overall game. I've done a few fist pumps, gator chomps and 'lights out' celebrations when I've read about some of the small fixes/additions.

As I said,'I'm not having a go' and it entertains me when people find that little thing that works for them, that for the most part other people wouldn't notice (in this case someone didn't notice it was already in the game!).

[J Masta J]

Re: NFL 10 Franchise Mode Video!!!

I just really impressed by this...I can't put it into words....All these folks talking negatively about this are just haters....simply put.

Uh..wrong. We all have different opinions.