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More on Madden NFL 25 Run Free and Improvements to Physics and Defense
Following up on the trailer released last night EA Sports has posted two blogs detailing the improvements to the running game and the influence that comes with the advancing physics for Madden NFL 25. "Run Free" is getting pushed hard as something buzz-worthy by the company but widespread response to the trailer and first info has been anything but kind. Check out the first blog on running here and the other on the physics and defense here. Run Free includes a "precision modifier" utilizing t...
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First Madden NFL 25 Trailer Spotlights Running in the Open Field
The first trailer for Madden NFL 25 has arrived and the focus is on the run game matching the initial reveal for NCAA Football 14 three weeks ago. Both games feature a refined "Infinity Engine" physics system paired with an enhanced running game that offers greater control over realistic cuts, jukes, hurdles, stumbles, and acceleration bursts. Know that there is not much of substance here in this trailer - rather it's a compilation of highlights that will make Packers fans wonder what the...
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Madden NFL 25 Cover Goes to Barry Sanders
The cover campaign for Madden NFL 25 which began back on March 11 with 64 participants - some current stars and others legends from the past - has finally produced a winner. 40 million votes were cast throughout the process and with 58% of the returns Barry Sanders prevailed over Adrian Peterson in the finals for the honor of being featured on the cover. Check out the official cover art here.Ă‚Â This makes it two consecutive years with Barry Sanders featured on an EA Sports cover after wi...
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Next Xbox Being Revealed May 21; Circumstances Suggest EA Appearance
It came as a surprise that Electronic Arts had no presence at the big PS4 announce event back in February. Not only was there no Madden or FIFA to tout but the company sat it out completely. That will likely not be the case with Microsoft's upcoming reveal event - whether rumored exclusivity of some sort is involved or not.Ă‚Â (more…)...
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Date Set for Tiger Woods 14 Patch Release on PS3 as 360 Side Falls Behind
The status of the comprehensive patch for Tiger Woods PGA Tour 14 - detailed earlier with primary notes on changes to expect - has been updated by EA Sports. The patch cleared certification by Sony and will arrive for the PS3 on Monday the 29th. Microsoft however found a bug in the patch and returned it to EA to fix. Because of the turnaround involved the company is now expecting it to be out on the 360 one week later. The first post-release patch for Tiger 14 is expected to include a cha...
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Teaser Trailer for Thor: The Dark World
The first trailer for Thor: The Dark World has arrived online in advance of begin attached to Iron Man 3 in theaters. Directed by Alan Taylor (Game of Thrones) the story centers on a battle with an ancient race of Dark Elves led by Malekith (Christopher Eccleston) who threatens to plunge the universe back into darkness after the events of The Avengers. Thor: The Dark World is slated to release on November 8. Marvel’s “Thor: The Dark World” continues the big-sc...
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Retailer Pre-Order Bonus for Madden NFL 25 Hints at Owner Mode
Two weeks ago the first pre-order bonus was spotted for Madden NFL 25. At the time it made sense to assume it related just to Ultimate Team, with the possibility it could also impact Connected Careers (now known as Connected Franchise). It appears as though the bonuses from various retailers will apply to both modes now that Gamestop has released info on theirs. While Walmart will feature the Raiders, Gamestop exclusively holds the 49ers. Included with the San Francisco pack is former own...
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Regular Season Week Three Roster Update for MLB 13: The Show
SCEA has released this week's roster update for MLB 13: The Show. Some player ratings are being adjusted in the updates however the changes are not being detailed. It's still a fairly small sample size to expect any significant shifts in ratings to have been made. Continue on for a look at the primary moves executed this week.Ă‚Â (more…)...
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