Archive for the ‘Football’ Category
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Madden NFL 13 Footage with Commentary
EA Sports has released a video featuring some intro and gameplay footage of Madden NFL 13 with commentary from the new team of Jim Nantz and Phil Simms. This represents the first opportunity to hear the duo calling the game action in Madden. First impression isn't all that encouraging with many flat and uninspired moments and generic calls - despite that of course it's still an improvement over the terrible commentary found in Madden 12. Crowd noise doesn't come through all that well in t...
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Madden NFL 13 Score Bug Revamped
When the first visuals from Madden NFL 13 arrived feedback on the new score bug started rolling in and for all the wrong reasons. I was immediately struck by how cheesy it looked and many similar feelings were expressed in responses and within the community. EA Sports today sent out a look at the score bug as it stands now which has been completely revamped marking drastic improvement. The above image shows the previous version and below the new one. The redesigned score bug is muc...
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Your Thoughts on NCAA Football 13 Following the Dynasty Mode News
The ramp up of marketing towards NCAA Football 13 has produced some encouraging developments as seen following the presentation and gameplay news created some positive traction with fans that had been sorely absent since last year's troubled release. The Dynasty news from last week delivered a number of improvements that were received well but also seemed to overlook others that were actively hoped for by many. Dynasty will feature studio updates from Rece Davis, an ESPN ticker, dynamic c...
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A Look at the Five Pre-Order Exclusive Pro Combat Uniforms for NCAA Football 13
With the $45 deal at Amazon attracting a ton of attention it's worth noting that an image has been added showing off the five exclusive Nike Pro Combat uniforms that will come with the purchase from the online retailer. Check it out full size by clicking on the image below. The pre-order incentive features the unis for Army, Georgia, Oklahoma State, Oregon, and Michigan State. A code will be emailed soon after the game ships to download them. While EA Sports plans to update uniforms throu...
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How To Get Andrew Luck For Use In Madden NFL 12 and 13 Ultimate Team Modes
For those still active with Ultimate Team mode in Madden NFL 12 or planning to play it in Madden NFL 13 an additional pre-order incentive has been added by Amazon. A code for the 99 rated "Future Stars" Andrew Luck card is being emailed out to every pre-order for use immediately in Madden 12. That will then also automatically grant his rookie card (rated 85 or thereabouts) when starting up the mode in Madden 13. Xbox 360 Version - - - PlayStation 3 Version The new Ultimate Team bonu...
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First Audio Details for Madden NFL 13
Though the full reveal of audio improvements for Madden NFL 13 will come on Monday there was a small segment on GameTrailers TV previewing what to expect. EA Sports has partnered with NFL Films for on-the-field sounds, there will be improved crowd noise, and the commentary duo of Jim Nantz and Phil Simms recorded their lines together and often ad-libbed. Continue on to check out the video - skip forward to 8:46 for the Madden portion which runs for about two minutes - and leave any though...
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NCAA Football 13 Video Featuring USC Intro and Studio Updates
EA Sports has released a new video for NCAA Football 13 showing off some of the improved presentation on the way. USC is in the spotlight here with first a Rece Davis led look-in, followed by the standard game introduction and authentic team entrance, and then a cut back to the studio for updates on games taking place around the nation. Continue on to check out the video and leave any thoughts in the comments! (more…)...
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Your Thoughts on Madden NFL 13 Following Gameplay and Presentation News
Regarding NCAA Football 13 there was a desperately needed positive shift in momentum that coincided with EA Sports rolling out presentation and gameplay news. Now with the same details recently made available for Madden NFL 13 the opportunity presents itself to check the temperature on that title as well. In terms of gameplay both titles announced similar enhancements - things like additional pass trajectories, improved play action, and read-and-react defensive AI. Where Madden has mad...
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