Kismet 0 Report post Posted August 12, 2004 I have 2k5 already, and with the feedback and such I'm sticking with 2k5. Besides, hockey is coming out in a few weeks. With the lock-out looming, I'll need a fix. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Guest Big_Jay101 Report post Posted August 12, 2004 Damn, the new Madden exceeded my expectations. The hit stick is quite fun to use. I hit Daunte Culpepper with it when he tried to rush and fractured his hip, which ended his career. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
MarvinisaLunatic 0 Report post Posted August 12, 2004 If you have an X-Box, get ESPN, Madden doesn't come close If you have a Gamecube..get Madden, cause thats the only football game you can get. Im going to get it, but I've got to wait a bit. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
TheDevilAndGodAreRagingInsideMe 0 Report post Posted August 12, 2004 It came out Monday by me (EB), I grabbed it Tuesday and have been rather satisfied since. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Guest TheArchiteck Report post Posted August 12, 2004 I've heard nothing but good things about this year's Madden. Although as Exslade stated, I'm pretty satisfied with ESPN.....I doubt i'll get two nfl games. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
nogoodnick 0 Report post Posted August 12, 2004 To quote IGN, "If you have $70, get both games. If you have $20, borrow $30 and get Madden." Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Black Lushus 0 Report post Posted August 12, 2004 didn't IGN say NFL 2K5 is the game to get at some point? Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Guest Vitamin X Report post Posted August 12, 2004 I think they did, but they're pandering to the current whim. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Art Sandusky 0 Report post Posted August 12, 2004 The comment about ESPN being more like a real game was correct. I've had some very real games thus far against other people, with scores like 17-7 and such. Also, some teams are just plain better than others, which also makes it more realistic. No one should be able to pick up, say, the Cardinals, and run game on the Patriots for example. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
The Tino Standard 0 Report post Posted August 12, 2004 I picked up Madden yesterday and was blown away by the sheer speed of it. That might sound dumb to some of you, but I haven't played Madden in a couple years (sticking with just NCAA in the meantime). It used to be the college game played a lot faster, and while it has stayed the same speed, I think they put Madden in overdrive since I've been away from it. The Hit Stick seems like a nice idea, but the game moves so fast right now, I'm lucky to just be able to keep up with the play. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
kkktookmybabyaway 0 Report post Posted August 13, 2004 The Hit Stick seems like a nice idea, but the game moves so fast right now, I'm lucky to just be able to keep up with the play. Ha. I know what you mean. I never used playmaker controls in '04 after the snap. Must be my old age or something... Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
A Happy Medium 0 Report post Posted August 13, 2004 I think I may go out and give Madden a rental. I just want to use the hitstick and severely injure people...and check out the owner mode once more. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Guest Big_Jay101 Report post Posted August 13, 2004 Does Madden have Computer Trades, and are there any trick plays, i read the flea flicker was on there but cant find it Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
converge241 0 Report post Posted August 16, 2004 i got my collector's edition last monday at a gamestop that was having a similar NFL party as was mentioned before (of course the shipment was LATE after they told all the preorder people it would be there at a certain time) its so killer there are computer trades so far in mine btw my one complaint is on the CE it should have been 2 discs cramming on all that extra stuff causes a little slowdown compared to the regualr PS2 edition (not during gameplay just all the inbetween stuff) where are the codes??? i only found one so far on videogames.com (a TJ Duckett gold card code) Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
kkktookmybabyaway 0 Report post Posted August 16, 2004 OK, you said computer trades -- Are you meaning that when in a franchise mode the computer will make trades in-between teams not controlled by you? And I wish they would have included the first Madden game, too. I LOVED that game's music. And when you were playing a tourney they would show the final minute or so of close games. I always remember seeing Chicago lose to San Fran 13-6 because they could never score a last-second TD... Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Mole 0 Report post Posted August 16, 2004 I get to wait till September 8th since I only have my PC now. Darrrrrrrrrrrrrr Damn, another month? Oh well, I prefer PC anyway. $10 off from the PS2 price and another $15 from EA for B-Day makes it nicer. $25, isn't bad for Madden. Wait, you get $15 for your b-day? Mine is on September 4th, right before it comes out so it will be a good birthday present. Lol, my B-Day is September 4th too. I think if you register your game they'll send you one around your next B-Day. I got one last year too. And we are both turning 21. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
The Tino Standard 0 Report post Posted August 16, 2004 I don't know if it's because i'm used to using the PUTRID offense of the Ohio Bobcats on NCAA, but the passing on Madden is striking me as shockingly easy. I'm playing with the Browns and I'm throwing for almost 300 yards a half without breaking a sweat. I almost feel guilty about getting away with some of the bullshit passes I've completed. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Guest El Satanico Report post Posted August 16, 2004 Yeah Madden has always seemed to allow crazy bordering on bullshit catches, but it sounds like you need to turn up the difficulty. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Guest The Decadent Slacker Report post Posted August 16, 2004 Does pass interference exist on Madden? Seems like it doesn't based on my screwings as of late. Or maybe it's me not playing a football game since Madden '93 on SNES. I'm amazed how easy it is to create a team of fucking MONSTERS, though. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
converge241 0 Report post Posted August 24, 2004 "OK, you said computer trades -- Are you meaning that when in a franchise mode the computer will make trades in-between teams not controlled by you?" yes there are computer to computer trades during the draft at least Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Guest Vitamin X Report post Posted August 24, 2004 I'm amazed how easy it is to create a team of fucking MONSTERS, though. Yeah that's one thing I always found to be far too easy with Madden is the franchise mode. I've never hit a snag creating an all-powerful team until I started playing ESPN, what with all the signing bonus shit and all... Share this post Link to post Share on other sites