Archive for the ‘Football’ Category
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Madden 12 Gameplay and Presentation Preview Videos
EA Sports has released a pair of videos that go over the improvements to gameplay and presentation that have so far been announced for Madden NFL 12 using the company's "Virtual Playbook" technology for demonstration purposes. New footage shows off tackles with the new collision system, zone coverage improvements, authentic entrances, player authenticity, and authentic camera placement. (more…)...
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NCAA Football 12 Screenshot Features Upcoming “Cowboys Classic”
EA Sports has released a new screenshot for NCAA Football 12 that features Oregon vs LSU being played at Cowboys Stadium. The two teams open their seasons facing off in the "Cowboys Classic" on September 3rd. This would seem to be a strong indication that neutral site games are being added to Dynasty mode. Cowboys Stadium was introduced in NCAA 11 but only utilized in the Big 12 Championship and Cotton Bowl. Check out the screen full size in the gallery or through Facebook....
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Madden 12 Has Started Strong with Gameplay and Presentation Features
There is no sports franchise that faces near the same scrutiny as Madden and that makes the response to the release of the first significant info and trailers for Madden NFL 12 that much more startling. The initial perception was that there was heavily positive vibes (which has become a rarity) across many channels and that has been further proven with the poll results. Over 8,000 voters chimed in with their feelings on the feature reveals for Madden 12. The decision to concentrate on ...
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NFL Network Debuts New Broadcast Team; Gus Johnson Leaves CBS
Gus Johnson will remain the play-by-play announcer for Madden NFL 12 but his departure from CBS, which was announced today, raises questions going forward. Reports are that he is done with college basketball and presumably MMA events and his other options are getting more limited. It is being rumored he is now in talks with Fox Sports to cover college football. What makes this all the more interesting is NFL Network revealing today their new broadcast team of Brad Nessler doing play-by-pl...
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NCAA Football 12 Mocap Video
EA Sports has released yet another quick video for NCAA Football 12 and in this one demonstrates some of the mocap animations being captured and how they are then represented in the game. Bull rushes and diving catches are the focus of the examples being shown. Continue on to check out the video and leave any thoughts in the comments! (more…)...
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Judge Dismisses NCAA Player Likeness Lawsuit Against EA Sports
Originally filed in 2009 while represented by Sam Keller and Ed O'Bannon in two cases that merged and finally reaching the courts back in February the lawsuit regarding improper use of player likenesses by EA Sports, the NCAA, and Collegiate Licensing Company has now reached a significant ruling. A judge has dismissed the complaint against EA Sports while the lawsuit will continue against the two other parties. Judge Claudia Wilken: "This purported conspiracy involves Defendants' conc...
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NCAA Football 12 Zone Improvements Video
EA Sports has released a new video for NCAA Football 12 with the focus being on improvements to zone defense. Keep in mind similar changes have been made to enhance zone coverage in Madden 12 as well. Continue on to check out the video and leave any thoughts in the comments! (more…)...
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Latest Madden NFL 12 Images
EA Sports has released a few new looks at Madden 12. Those include an updated screenshot of DeMarcus Ware displaying improvements to the Cowboys jersey, the main menu, and an off-screen shot that reveals a new interface for GameFlow. (more…)...
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