Archive for the ‘Madden’ Category
  • Details on the second post-release patch for Madden NFL 19
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    Posted September 10th, 2018 at 3:00 pm No Comments »
    Madden NFL 19 has now been out for a month now and today EA Sports pushed live the second major post-release patch for the game. The first update followed improvements based on beta feedback and that one incorporated some of the data that had been collected in its early days of being out in the wild. Included then was a significant change to the Hit Stick, a reduction to dropped passes with possession catches, the addition of a notification regarding what player has been injured off-ball, an...
  • Madden NFL 19 opening week roster update now available to download
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    Posted September 6th, 2018 at 5:00 pm No Comments »
    The most highly-anticipated roster update every year for Madden is the one that leads into opening weekend, given that many fans choose to wait on it before starting up a Franchise Mode that will carry them through the months ahead. Critical cuts, signings, trades, and even holdouts can come into play. That roster update for Madden NFL 19 released earlier today just in time for the season to kick-off. It includes the final 53 man rosters plus players on the IR and PUP list. The Khalil ...
  • Just in time for the season to begin, the first deal on Madden NFL 19 (Digital, PS4)
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    Posted September 6th, 2018 at 10:15 am No Comments »
    The NFL season kicks off tonight and the first sale on Madden NFL 19 has arrived just in time for the occasion. The PlayStation Store is offering the game for just $40 to PlayStation Plus subscribers. This could very well be the lowest price for the game until Black Friday in late November when it'll be found for as low as $25. The deal comes just a month after the release on Madden NFL 19. That timeline for digital store and retailer sales isn't all that unusual for sports games these...
  • Details on the first post-release patch for Madden NFL 19
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    Posted August 21st, 2018 at 8:00 am No Comments »
    While the day-one patch for Madden NFL 19 addressed feedback coming out of the series' first ever beta, today's update to Madden NFL 19 includes changes that respond to data collected since the game has been in the hands of consumers. There are some major improvements and fixes made, including a significant change to the Hit Stick, a reduction to dropped passes with possession catches, a fix to game speed in MUT Solo Battles, and the addition of a notification regarding what player has be...
  • Madden NFL Overdrive available now
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    Posted August 14th, 2018 at 3:00 pm No Comments »
    The latest update to the free-to-play mobile Madden game arrived today, completely changing the experience and also the name to Madden NFL Overdrive. Download it from iTunes for iOS devices and Google Play for Android devices. Those that already have Madden Mobile will just need to update the app. Overdrive features a brand new engine, real-time action against live opponents, a new points scoring system, and the removal of the stamina barrier. (more…)...
  • Details on the Madden NFL 19 Day One Patch
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    Posted August 4th, 2018 at 1:45 pm No Comments »
    The first patch for Madden NFL 19 has arrived in the final preparation ahead of the game's official launch, with those playing through EA and Origin Access getting to benefit already. The patch reflects a number of improvements and fixes but most notably it makes multiple changes based on the feedback that came out of Madden's first ever beta that was held in June. The changes primarily benefit gameplay and Franchise Mode, while the visuals have also been improved with updated likenesses ...
  • Press Row Podcast: Madden NFL 19 First Impressions
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    Posted August 3rd, 2018 at 1:15 pm No Comments »
    Madden NFL 19 has arrived for those with EA Access and Origin Access subscriptions and is now only days away from its official release. With his complete review out on Sporting News Pastapadre talks with Rich about the game including its strengths, weaknesses, and random observations. Franchise Mode, gameplay, presentation, graphics, Longshot, and much more are covered. A number of listener questions are also addressed. Additionally the controversy over EA Sports removing a reference t...
  • Madden NFL 19 Review
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    Posted August 1st, 2018 at 9:00 pm No Comments »
    Madden NFL 19 is the first of EA Sports' suite of annual games to release in 2018, and as such is the first to feature the new Real Player Motion animation technology. Increased player control is at the heart of Madden 19, whether it be when competing on the field or when taking on the task of building a team as a coach/GM in Franchise Mode. Real Player Motion delivers some dynamic moments and is generally satisfying when controlling the ball-carrier. There's increased differentiation bet...