Archive for the ‘Madden’ Category
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Unlock the Gatorade Celebration in Madden NFL 12 and Prepare to be Disappointed
There currently resides a video on the Madden NFL 12 menu entitled "Unlock the Ultimate Celebration". As with all the streaming videos it pauses every couple seconds making for a frustrating watch - and curiously doesn't even provide the information needed to pull off the special in-game Gatorade celebration. Instead EA Sports tweeted out the specifics yesterday and I went through the process to try it out and record it. In the final 30 seconds of a victory press the following in at the s...
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Madden NFL 12: Hits and Misses
Madden NFL 12 approached release under unique circumstances - a lockout threatening the season, several high level developers departing right in the middle of the development cycle, and the release date being pushed back to the end of August. EA Sports appears to have benefited from the lockout being lifted and the intense excitement for the coming season with the release of the game coming right at the height of anticipation. The enhancements to Madden 12 were meant to satisfy the long-t...
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DeSean Jackson Deemed Most Clutch-Worthy of Those Not Receiving Trait in Madden 12
With 36 players in the NFL being identified as "Clutch" through the Madden NFL 12 player traits the one left out who is most deserving of recognition is thought to be DeSean Jackson. The "Clutch" trait in Madden 12 provides a ratings boost in late game or high pressure situations. Over 4800 people chimed in by voting in the poll which offered up Jackson, Calvin Johnson, Matt Ryan, and Mark Sanchez - the names most brought up in discussion regarding the topic. Jackson pulled in 31% of t...
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What Omitted Players Most Deserve to be Recognized as Clutch in Madden NFL 12?
In breaking down all the NFL players who received the "Clutch" trait in Madden NFL 12 the debate was sure to rage as to who was left out along with noting those who may not have deserved it. The "Clutch" trait provides a ratings boost in pressure situations and according to the base and updated rosters there are currently 36 of those players in the NFL. Browsing the article comments and tweets a few names kept coming up when discussing those who were not deemed "Clutch". DeSean Jackson, M...
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Madden 12 Declares the NFL’s Clutch Players
According to EA Sports and Madden NFL 12 there are currently 36 "clutch" players in the league. The new 'Player Traits' this year provide more insight into how individuals are viewed and how they will perform in Madden beyond just their ratings. As noted in the general impressions EA has done an admirable job in reflecting some personality in the players by going this route. When it comes to "Clutch" while offensive and defensive lineman are omitted from consideration all other positions ...
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Madden NFL 12 Online Impressions
Though only a few days in Madden NFL 12 has delivered one of the better online experiences to date for a sports game. Typically this series, and many others, struggle with performance issues at and shortly following release but that has largely been avoided here. There is one problem being experienced by a small percentage of consumers but beyond that online has been nothing short of excellent and it is refreshing to say that after years of disappointment. (more…)...
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Player Roles in Madden NFL 12
One of the most intriguing and valuable additions to Madden NFL 12 has come with the introduction of  'Player Roles'. The impact of each role varies from being helpful or detrimental on the field or in identifying their place on a team roster for management purposes. Here is a look at what each of the 23 roles signify and the current lineup of players who have received a role for each NFL team. It's unclear at this time if roles will be altered over the course of the year through roste...
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Your Thoughts on Madden NFL 12
After all the build-up and all the uncertainty of this year Madden NFL 12 has finally arrived - though those who took advantage of the 'Season Ticket' have had a few days with it already. It's always great to hear about the experiences people are having with the game. Whether that be the enjoyable aspects or problems that are being encountered which can possibly be followed up on. Leave any impressions or observations in the comments! Make sure to check out any coverage that may have been...
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