Tackling Mechanics On Display in Latest Madden NFL 15 Video

EA Sports has released another video focusing on one of the new elements being introduced in Madden NFL 15. Tackling has received a lot of attention, going as far as to even add a “Tackle Cone” in order to help those who have struggled with it in the past.

Once in position to make a tackle, hold down the Left Trigger and X for a precision breakdown tackle. For more control, choose between pressing Square for an aggressive tackle and X for a conservative tackle. An aggressive tackle performed at close range will aim to perform a big hit a power back. If the ball carrier is outside of the tackle cone, take a risk and press Square to perform an aggressive dive tackle. Using the Right Stick, you can still line up the ball carrier to Hit Stick your opponent. A conservative tackle will wrap up a speedy or agile ball carrier in space, and is the best option to prevent a missed tackle in a one-on-one situation.

Surprisingly the cone and other visual assists are on by default through All-Pro difficulty. Earlier the company had stated it would be turned off for both All-Pro and All-Madden. It’ll remain optional of course on all levels.