Madden NFL 11 Video: Some Random Gameplay Footage (Ian Cummings)

[Spongedaddy]

Re: Madden NFL 11 Video: Some Random Gameplay Footage (Ian Cummings)

Is the new run blocking AI implemented in this Alpha video? At this point I am not certain why Ian would want to post Alpha video since it probably isn't the best representation of the product.

As a gamer with average skills and limited Madden practice the run blocking is something that frustrated me to no end. Getting to the outside, following a blocker only to have said blocker run right past the first defensive player in the way is the main reason I traded in last year's copy. I really hope they got it correct for this year's game.

[RGiles36]

Re: Madden NFL 11 Video: Some Random Gameplay Footage (Ian Cummings)

One thing that needs to be adjusted is how the QBs can throw perfect rockets when they are getting hit. I was playing APF tonight and I got hit from behind as I was throwing it and the ball popped up in the air and was caught by a defensive lineman. It was awesome. The point the QB gets hit needs to affect the trajectory of the ball if he is hit as he throws, just like in APF. That would really add to the realism.

You know this does happen in Madden right? In fact, it happened too much last year and most of the community complained. Ended up having it tuned in a patch.

[myownsun]

Re: Madden NFL 11 Video: Some Random Gameplay Footage (Ian Cummings)

Thanks for the heads up steven my man!

[Blazzen]

Re: Madden NFL 11 Video: Some Random Gameplay Footage (Ian Cummings)

Heard the 1st down Panther growl I think.

Stadium looked really good.

They've got Jarrett as the 2nd WR. Not sure if that will hold true by the time the season starts, we will see.

Was hoping to see some Armanti Edwards footage (App state Grad!!!!) but I guess thatll have to wait. Saw they have him as a QB, which he's obviously going to play WR and maybe a QB on gimmick plays. They'll have to fix that one.

All in all, glad to finally see some Panthers footage.

[MaxMan1000]

Re: Madden NFL 11 Video: Some Random Gameplay Footage (Ian Cummings)

Why show Alpha build stuff when it's almost July and you have a ready beta?

[TexasBorn1]

Re: Madden NFL 11 Video: Some Random Gameplay Footage (Ian Cummings)

Why show us a video from the Alpha when we have so many vids from the E3 Beta version some being full games on the net?? There's not much I can take from this video because I know its not the most recent build

[SA1NT401]

Re: Madden NFL 11 Video: Some Random Gameplay Footage (Ian Cummings)

Some good...some bad....All in all...Locomotion seems more noticable in the last few vids....dont know why that is...Maybe better fine tuning.

Waiting for the demo.

[61woods]

Re: Madden NFL 11 Video: Some Random Gameplay Footage (Ian Cummings)

In real life, whenever the Panthers score a TD at home, a firework pops, and John Lee Hooker's "Boom Boom" plays. Hopefully, since this is the Alpha stage of the game, they have added it in a later stage.

[GiantBlue76]

Re: Madden NFL 11 Video: Some Random Gameplay Footage (Ian Cummings)

You know this does happen in Madden right? In fact, it happened too much last year and most of the community complained. Ended up having it tuned in a patch.

Hey RGiles,

yes, and I know what you are referring to, the lame duck. The problem with that animation was that it happened no matter when the QB got hit. When it happened to me in APF 2k8, it was actually the first time I had seen that particular one. What they need is for the ball to come out of the QB's hands differently depending on how he is hit and the point in his throwing motion he is at. APF nailed this and it is really a cool element. I think with some tweaking, Madden could get it right as well.

Am I making sense? For some reason I am having a hard time articulating my thoughts lately

[RGiles36]

Re: Madden NFL 11 Video: Some Random Gameplay Footage (Ian Cummings)

Hey RGiles,

yes, and I know what you are referring to, the lame duck. The problem with that animation was that it happened no matter when the QB got hit. When it happened to me in APF 2k8, it was actually the first time I had seen that particular one. What they need is for the ball to come out of the QB's hands differently depending on how he is hit and the point in his throwing motion he is at. APF nailed this and it is really a cool element. I think with some tweaking, Madden could get it right as well.

Am I making sense? For some reason I am having a hard time articulating my thoughts lately

Nah you're making sense . Upon reading what you previously posted initially, it sounded as though you were suggesting Madden didn't have it at all. My fault brotha'...

[mm boost]

Re: Madden NFL 11 Video: Some Random Gameplay Footage (Ian Cummings)

one major thing I took away from this video was the audio, the crowd sounded phenomenal. They got super loud on 3rd and short, and even more loud when the 3rd down wasn't converted. I liked how they went with the action on the field....I am so hyped to play this game!

[thmst30]

Re: Madden NFL 11 Video: Some Random Gameplay Footage (Ian Cummings)

Heard the 1st down Panther growl I think.

Stadium looked really good.

They've got Jarrett as the 2nd WR. Not sure if that will hold true by the time the season starts, we will see.

Was hoping to see some Armanti Edwards footage (App state Grad!!!!) but I guess thatll have to wait. Saw they have him as a QB, which he's obviously going to play WR and maybe a QB on gimmick plays. They'll have to fix that one.

All in all, glad to finally see some Panthers footage.

I was hoping to catch some Armanti footage as well.

[Dog]

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wow, the crowd noise is AMAZING!

[steelernation28]

Welcome To The Jungle! Sweet. Its sounds the like the music is being piped in through the staduim speakers. Excellent.

[jeremym480]

Re: Madden NFL 11 Video: Some Random Gameplay Footage (Ian Cummings)

I really like what their doing with the QB Throwing Animations this year. I know they started it last year but, it's seems even better this year. For those of you who missed the video with the Viking's go back and watch Favre's throwing motion compared to Alex Smith and Matt Moore's. You should be able to tell a big difference and frankly, I'm impressed.