Madden NFL 13 Presentation Impressions

[SageInfinite]

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The problem is we heard dead air. Simms and Nantz dont speak from the time the TD is called through the entire replay. Maybe I'm being too picky.

I don't think you're too picky. There should be replay analysis. The replays should be smart, not just look pretty. Break down the play, show me why one team succeeded and one team failed. This is one of my problems I had with what I saw today. Tiburon is always about something looking cool, but it either doesn't make much sense, or it isn't realistic.

[SteelerSpartan]

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Now if they would just add a similar game play view option so I can really enjoy the details, more up close.

I want a zoom cam something like this

<iframe width="560" height="315" src="http://www.youtube.com/embed/hI79VXYaM2Q" frameborder="0" allowfullscreen></iframe>

An when you zoom out the WRs and DBs Names are Displayed!

[Big FN Deal]

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The problem is we heard dead air. Simms and Nantz dont speak from the time the TD is called through the entire replay. Maybe I'm being too picky.

Ok, I feel you now but that seems to be some issue with Gameflow audo, that they are determined keep. If you notice the whole time they are radio silent, the Gameflow box is on the screen waiting for the User to advance and as soon as it goes back "live" they talk again.

I agree they should be breaking down the replay and it looks odd having a replay with no commentary.

We can only hope that "Work in progress" applies here but not likely because I believe the same thing happen last year. Maybe those heading back down to CD can ask about this.

[SageInfinite]

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Another problem I have with the replays is please for the life of me EA, bring the gameflow/playcall screen up WHEN we press a button. If I want to watch a replay, LET ME WATCH IT. I can't stand the fact that they try to rush me through games constantly.

[goravens2052]

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That looks amazing. I actually felt that I was watching a CBS Broadcast. I just hope I don't have to hear about the Linebackers every time I play Pittsburgh lol. I know it was just a sample, and I guess it was in Play Now mode but it was disappointing to not hear them talk about the AFC North and the rivalry but I guess it was just in Play Now mode and not in Franchise.

[jpdavis82]

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From Jon Robinson's article on ESPN

Inside the 5-yard line, Drew Brees sits back in the shotgun and barks signals to his offense, sending tight end Jimmy Graham in motion and setting up one-on-one coverage on the far side of the field. Announcers Phil Simms and Jim Nantz see what’s coming, with Simms telling the audience to watch out for Graham as Brees hikes the ball, then immediately lobs his pass to the far corner, leading his receiver up and away with a perfect strike. Graham leaps up and snags the score before the defender can even turn around to track the spiral heading in his direction.

This is what “Madden 13” is all about, redefining the gameplay thanks to a drastic redesign of the passing game, including everything from the way a quarterback drops back in the pocket, to the trajectory of the pass, to the elimination of psychic defenders who have ruled the cyber fields of “Madden” for years with some of the most incredible (not to mention, completely blind) pass deflections from all over the field.

Add to that the new presentation details, from a full 3D announcers booth featuring Simms and Nantz, not to mention more than 200 new cut scenes and an all-new post-play replay overhaul via wirecam, and you have a “Madden” that’s not only playing a lot better, but the look and audio are also greatly improved. Forget the dead air of “Madden 12,” Sims and Nantz already sounded like they’ve been in the game for years, as the two were able to record lines together for part of the creation process, and were able to ad-lib a lot of their lines depending on the action. The outcome really sounds a lot more natural. The polygonal Nantz even begins every broadcast with his trademark, “Hello, friends.”

[jpdavis82]

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That looks amazing. I actually felt that I was watching a CBS Broadcast. I just hope I don't have to hear about the Linebackers every time I play Pittsburgh lol. I know it was just a sample, and I guess it was in Play Now mode but it was disappointing to not hear them talk about the AFC North and the rivalry but I guess it was just in Play Now mode and not in Franchise.

This is from the impressions blog by OP

Jim and Phil are aware of everything going on in the season. This means they are aware of the placement of your team in the playoff race. They will take note of the type of game you are currently playing, whether it’s a must win game, primetime Monday nighter, a Conference round playoff matchup or the Super Bowl. They will talk throughout the game, banter back and forth and have a memory, to touch back on things that were already discussed.


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[tlew09]

I wish NCAA Football 13 had the commentators faces in the game like Madden NFL 13 is doing. Hopefully NCAA Football 14 will do that.

Who knows? We might have that in NCAA 13..

[Big FN Deal]

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I want a zoom cam something like this

<iframe src="http://www.youtube.com/embed/hI79VXYaM2Q" allowfullscreen="" frameborder="0" height="315" width="560"></iframe>

An when you zoom out the WRs and DBs Names are Displayed!

Yeah, just some game play view that puts me more on the field. The "god view" really diminishes immersion for me and having a more field level game play view, like BackBreakers or the field level view they show during real game broadcasts sometimes, really draws me in.

[jpdavis82]

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Who knows? We might have that in NCAA 13..

Could be what they are doing with dynasty's secret analyst

[jbd345]

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From Jon Robinson's article on ESPN

Inside the 5-yard line, Drew Brees sits back in the shotgun and barks signals to his offense, sending tight end Jimmy Graham in motion and setting up one-on-one coverage on the far side of the field. Announcers Phil Simms and Jim Nantz see what’s coming, with Simms telling the audience to watch out for Graham as Brees hikes the ball, then immediately lobs his pass to the far corner, leading his receiver up and away with a perfect strike. Graham leaps up and snags the score before the defender can even turn around to track the spiral heading in his direction.

This alone will make it sound like a real tv broadcast. They copied CBS in almost every aspect. All they have to do is replace the EA Sports logo with the NFL on CBS logo. Really looking forward to this. Can't wait until E3 to see some in game footage.

[VinnyVegas28]

I agree, a halftime show would be fun about the first time or two and then I'd be skipping it. What would be fantastic though is if they had halftime shows in a dynasty where they showed clips of other important games from around the league. Now that would not be something people would skip and be a very worthwhile addition. But a show where they just show cheerleaders and players walking to the locker room and all that? Cool but not worth the effort IMO.

I agree. They used to have this back in the day and it would be a nice addition to see what is going on around the league during a franchise game. It adds to the realism and excitement for franchise gamers. Think about in week 17 and you are 1 game out from the playoffs, a score comes up and Highlight showing another team lose and now if you can hold on for the win, your team is going to the playoffs. That would make an impact no doubt and build up suspense. The new presentation is a much needed improvement and it looks great but why not go all the way with it during the next gen gaming.

[jmurphy31]

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I don't think you're too picky. There should be replay analysis. The replays should be smart, not just look pretty. Break down the play, show me why one team succeeded and one team failed. This is one of my problems I had with what I saw today. Tiburon is always about something looking cool, but it either doesn't make much sense, or it isn't realistic.

I agree with this. They kind of had this before with game tracks (I think thats what they called it) Collinsworth would break down your mistake. of course they then added in the "un-sim like" replay option

[mcmax3000]

SKIP THE HALFTIME SHOW!?!? Guess you never played NFL2K?? The PRIMETIME Halftime show was amazing!!

I assume that was in response to my comment.

No, I never played NFL 2K5. I've never been a big football fan. Like I said, maybe if I played a game that had a good halftime show, I'd feel differently but having not, it doesn't sound like something that would be overly interesting for very long.

[jpdavis82]

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For me personally I don't care as much about a halftime show as I do a weekly studio show during Franchise mode. They had this in Madden 10 & 11 and scrapped it last year so hopefully when the Franchise info comes out they will show us a new weekly studio show running on the new commentary engine.