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  • ChaseB
    #BringBackFaceuary
    • Oct 2003
    • 9844

    #1

    Madden 21 Next-Gen Graphics Comparison (4K) - Current Gen Vs. Next Gen



    We have posted a 4K video of our Madden 21 next-gen graphics comparison. This shows off...

    Written By: Chase Becotte

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  • ChaseB
    #BringBackFaceuary
    • Oct 2003
    • 9844

    #2
    Re: Madden 21 Next-Gen Graphics Comparison - Current Gen Vs. Next Gen

    Just to let you know, I do use the modified broadcast cam for some of the plays since I know a lot of us like using it. I also show stuff from the normal broadcast cam and the default cam. In addition, I do a full comparison of the sidelines so you guys can see for yourselves what has changed at all there.

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    • pHiLKizer
      Rookie
      • Oct 2010
      • 43

      #3
      It's the EXACT same game just running on a newer graphics card.

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      • marshallfever
        MVP
        • Aug 2003
        • 2738

        #4
        Re: Madden 21 Next-Gen Graphics Comparison (4K) - Current Gen Vs. Next Gen

        I’ve played a few games on the series X. Even played a good online game but boy they look almost identical. The lighting is of course better but that’s about it visually. Sort of disappointed especially after their initial reveal trailer back in the summer and even poorer compared to NBA 2k21 and FIFA 21.

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        • Agent89
          Rookie
          • Aug 2016
          • 57

          #5
          While no one expected a leap, there wasn't even a half effort for a hop.  EA just sucks man.  I've always been hard on them but would've given them at least q bit of props if they made some distinctive changes for next gen like a new commentary team or new art direction/assets with these bare minimum additions to the current unspectacular gameplay given that it's a free upgrade.  But they are so underwhelming and only innovative in everything  else that doesn't matter to football simulation and immersion.

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          • ChaseB
            #BringBackFaceuary
            • Oct 2003
            • 9844

            #6
            Re: Madden 21 Next-Gen Graphics Comparison (4K) - Current Gen Vs. Next Gen

            There aren't huge graphical leaps for sure, but I do think even in the 4K video it still goes under appreciated that the next-gen version does just play smoother from an FPS standpoint.

            Like playing from our hacked OS Broadcast cam just feels better and smoother on the PS5 over PS4.
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            • icicle22
              MVP
              • Jul 2002
              • 2395

              #7
              Re: Madden 21 Next-Gen Graphics Comparison (4K) - Current Gen Vs. Next Gen

              Originally posted by ChaseB
              There aren't huge graphical leaps for sure, but I do think even in the 4K video it still goes under appreciated that the next-gen version does just play smoother from an FPS standpoint.

              Like playing from our hacked OS Broadcast cam just feels better and smoother on the PS5 over PS4.
              Just to be clear the hacked OS Broadcast cam is the trick where you switch to a specific player then change views and it starts really wide broadcast and moves toward the field? You can snap it when you are comfortable with how much field is visible? Just checking. I wanted to make sure I am not missing out on anything.

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              • ChaseB
                #BringBackFaceuary
                • Oct 2003
                • 9844

                #8
                Re: Madden 21 Next-Gen Graphics Comparison (4K) - Current Gen Vs. Next Gen

                Originally posted by icicle22
                Just to be clear the hacked OS Broadcast cam is the trick where you switch to a specific player then change views and it starts really wide broadcast and moves toward the field? You can snap it when you are comfortable with how much field is visible? Just checking. I wanted to make sure I am not missing out on anything.
                Yeah, correct. On PC we could do more to just have a modified camera -- and it's silly we don't have more camera options on console either way -- but the same trick still works here.
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                • Madden08PCgmr
                  MVP
                  • Feb 2017
                  • 2441

                  #9
                  Re: Madden 21 Next-Gen Graphics Comparison (4K) - Current Gen Vs. Next Gen

                  I'm a relic from the 16 and 32-bit eras. Graphics exceeded my WILDEST expectations about a decade ago.

                  Is this REALLY, TRULY, what the audience wants? When fundamental aspects across the board aren't a worthy reflection of the NFL product?

                  Beautiful though. Thanks.
                  Last edited by Madden08PCgmr; 12-04-2020, 07:11 PM.
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                  Let's see you acknowledge a man whose words make your blood boil, advocating at the top of his lungs that which you would spend a lifetime opposing at the top of yours.

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                  • ChaseB
                    #BringBackFaceuary
                    • Oct 2003
                    • 9844

                    #10
                    Re: Madden 21 Next-Gen Graphics Comparison (4K) - Current Gen Vs. Next Gen

                    Originally posted by Madden08PCgmr
                    Graphics exceeded my WILDEST expectations about a decade ago.

                    Is this REALLY, TRULY, what the audience wants?

                    When the CPU can't call an intelligent game? Having to run a cheat mode (All Madden) just to get the CPU to beat you.

                    When the most basic and simplistic coverages DO.NOT.WORK?

                    When a team with a 94 OVR QB drafts a QB in teh 1st round?

                    Beautiful though. Thanks...................................
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                    • icicle22
                      MVP
                      • Jul 2002
                      • 2395

                      #11
                      Re: Madden 21 Next-Gen Graphics Comparison (4K) - Current Gen Vs. Next Gen

                      Originally posted by ChaseB
                      Yeah, correct. On PC we could do more to just have a modified camera -- and it's silly we don't have more camera options on console either way -- but the same trick still works here.
                      Still playing it on PC and wondering how you get the AI vs. AI game. I wanted to see how the AI was compared to the new gen and I can't seem to find a way to "not" assign a controller. Any direction would be helpful. Thanks.

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                      • ChaseB
                        #BringBackFaceuary
                        • Oct 2003
                        • 9844

                        #12
                        Re: Madden 21 Next-Gen Graphics Comparison (4K) - Current Gen Vs. Next Gen

                        Originally posted by icicle22
                        Still playing it on PC and wondering how you get the AI vs. AI game. I wanted to see how the AI was compared to the new gen and I can't seem to find a way to "not" assign a controller. Any direction would be helpful. Thanks.
                        You can't just leave both controllers in the middle? It just warns me that I don't have a team selected in play now games, but it lets me do it on console. I don't have Madden for PC this year because I knew it wasn't gonna get the next-gen free upgrade.
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                        • k2thaz
                          Rookie
                          • May 2003
                          • 413

                          #13
                          Re: Madden 21 Next-Gen Graphics Comparison (4K) - Current Gen Vs. Next Gen

                          one day later I still gotta check what version I'm playing.

                          I do like the gameplay it's smoother but the graphics seem to just have added an adobe effect to make them stronger

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                          • marshallfever
                            MVP
                            • Aug 2003
                            • 2738

                            #14
                            Re: Madden 21 Next-Gen Graphics Comparison (4K) - Current Gen Vs. Next Gen

                            Graphics aren’t necessarily just the way the visuals look, its everything detail about the game. I’ll admit the skin tones certainly look better but that’s about it.

                            I played a game in the rain, the rain visually looks good but has no effect whatsoever at all on the players are game. Yes I know EA said they haven’t tweaked weather to affect gameplay but their jerseys weren’t even wet nor dirty from playing in the rain.

                            When players are shown with their helmets off, their faces aren’t even wet from the rain. That sort of stuff takes you out of a game, especially when the game is going for realism.

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                            • tuckermaine
                              Banned
                              • Nov 2017
                              • 922

                              #15
                              Re: Madden 21 Next-Gen Graphics Comparison (4K) - Current Gen Vs. Next Gen

                              Does that “ Wow” anyone...?

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