Is game best for me?

[mwlewis]

I have been an NCAA player since 2002 and finally got bored with it because there is no in depth coaching in that game, just recruiting, and have started to enjoy the coaching aspect of the game and running a franchise. Madden 13 is my first Madden game and I love CCM and have done a few offline careers as a coach and just doing roster management and simming the games.

I'm starting to like the idea of running a franchise and being a coach so would this game be good for me to try out? I've read about it online and see how in depth it gets. Is there a way to update the rosters and everything so its up to date and everything is not the same as it was in 09?

Thanks for any help.

[mwlewis]

Re: Is game best for me?

Well gamestop had it for $2 so I went and grabbed it.

[revan615]

Re: Is game best for me?

Just keep reading the board man, lots of really good stuff on here.

[tarek]

Re: Is game best for me?

I can wholeheartedly say this game is definitely brilliant for those who enjoy the management and strategic aspects on sports gaming. However, my only concern would be your exposure to Madden 13. Whether it would be a step back of sorts.

If Madden 13 patches in a full coach mode (completely hands off mode) then a few guys on here have said it would rival HC09 because it already features alot of common elements.

If you got the game for $2 then its a great bargain. And please keep up and let us know how you find the game, and your thoughts and questions.

[mwlewis]

Re: Is game best for me?

I was a little overwhelmed at first with everything that is in this game and the depth of it but I am getting the hang of it. Started a new coach at Jacksonville and struggled early on but finished strong at 10-6 and got the wildcard playoff. Beat the Colts after losing to them twice in the regular season and went on to beat the Giants in the Super Bowl. By that time I was unstoppable. I think I am going to enjoy this game but just need some tips on how to run an efficient franchise. Keep in mind, I just got Madden 13 and it is my first Madden game and have only recently started getting into the NFL after being a huge college football fan (Roll Tide!) and an NCAA homer for many years.

[bbriders]

Re: Is game best for me?

Well welcome to the forum and to head coach. If you are playing the games then I would definitely recommend some sliders. There is a lot of info here on the boards so do some searches and ask questions. There is always someone willing to help.

[Byron Yatch]

Re: Is game best for me?

Not to scare new people away, but dont use my sliders until you have a grasp for the game. It may be a little more difficult than you're ready. If however you've been playing for a while and you're tired of the cartoonish stats yearly, try my sliders out. I have made them to balance the game and give more to the running game and less to the passing.

You'll see some qbs go for 4500 in the first 2 years, then once they know the play book a little better might get over 5000. Running backs get closer to a 4.5-5.5 average if they are elite, and average about 1500-1800 a year, less if they arent elite.

Kickers are capable of kicking over 50 yards if they have the leg and accuracy for it. Punters can average 50yards a punt if they have a long enough leg and bad enough offense.

These sliders are not to help you dominate, they help to balance the stats so that they are more realistic. This will be more challenging sometimes, and a lot easier others. Thats because of the matchups, game planning, and the player.

[mwlewis]

Re: Is game best for me?

I have tried a few careers starting out as a new coach and did one with the Buccs and just straight simmed all the games and went 14-2 and lost the Super Bowl. The next year I got a good rookie QB in the draft and got him up to 85 overall by the regular season and went 0-5 and my approval dropped to the 40's when it was at 93 when I started my 2nd year.

Still struggling to grasp how the game works and what are the best decisions to make. I am at a bit of a disadvantage because Madden 13 was my first NFL game and I am relatively ignorant to how the NFL works.

[Juce734]

Re: Is game best for me?

I am considering picking this game up but I have a few questions.

Can you edit players?

Can you edit coaches?

Do you get combine info on rookies going into the draft? Or do you have to scout everything about them to get info on them?

Can you create players?

Can you create coaches?

Thanks any help would be great.

[tarek]

Re: Is game best for me?

I'll answer as best as I can, others feel free to correct me if I'm wrong.

Edit players? You can only edit their position and number.

Edit coaches? No.

Combine info? Yes you get combine info. You also get whatever ratings and stuff that you've scouted.

Create players? No.

Create coaches? You can only create your own new coach but you can create new coaches that aren't your specific head coach.


Why are those features important to you?

[Juce734]

Re: Is game best for me?

I'll answer as best as I can, others feel free to correct me if I'm wrong.

Edit players? You can only edit their position and number.

Edit coaches? No.

Combine info? Yes you get combine info. You also get whatever ratings and stuff that you've scouted.

Create players? No.

Create coaches? You can only create your own new coach but you can create new coaches that aren't your specific head coach.


Why are those features important to you?

They were important to me because I was thinking I could just update the rosters as close as I can to current day and then begin a coaching career. I am a big Lions fan and would love to have Stafford, Fairley, and Suh for example. Looks like I will have Kitna, Redding, and Rogers I think? Still sounds like a really fun game though so I may have to pick it up.

I used to play Front Page Sports Football Pro (1993) and I loved that game and the strategy that was involved with building a team. Been looking for a game that is as fun as that game was. Head Coach 09 sounds like it may be it for me.

[bblack1207]

Re: Is game best for me?

I personally think that if you are looking for a game to play and compete with Madden then this is not it. It was made for the Strategy and Management Aspect and it does that very well. Obviously there were not as many of us desiring that as they stopped production and focused on their two top sellers NCAA Football and Madden.
This Forum is one of the best things going and really helps to understand the enjoyment of this game.
Stay Tuned to this Forum and if you decide to stick with HC09 you will gain a much better perspective on the Sport itself and the deeper aspects of how things are put together than what Madden or any of the others can show.
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[thedudescrew]

Welcome to HC09. The game is VERY deep and its very invloved. I have been playing it since it came out in 08 and I am still learning things. Granted I took a few years off from it because I got hooked on other games but HC09 has always had the replay value and even with it being out of date roster and coaches wise its an amazing game. I have recommended it to many of my friends and acquintances over the years. You either love the game or hate it. The game is NOT for everyone but if you like sports sim games then its solid. There is nothing better. Anyways best of luck to ya and if you need any help let us know. We are there to help as well as spread knowledge.