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So who bought Madden 09?


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#1 Ollie The Magic Bum

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Posted 12 August 2008 - 11:24 PM

I did. I've been really disappointed the last few years with Madden, especially 08. This one really renewed my faith in the series though. The "Madden Test" is a good way to tweak the gameplay so that it's not too easy or too hard. (I found that All-Pro was kinda easy, but All-Madden was damn near impossible. I hate messing with sliders too) IMO, the collector's edition is worth it too. You essentially get 3 games and a highlight DVD.

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Posted 12 August 2008 - 11:27 PM

I haven't gotten this yet, but I am picking up a copy soon. For PS2. So, it's a good game? Because 08 was awful.

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Posted 12 August 2008 - 11:38 PM

I think it is. I have the SE on 360. The whole game seems to just run more smoothly now, too. I'm not really sure how it'll be on the PS2 though. I haven't had a Madden game on it since 07.

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Posted 13 August 2008 - 01:12 AM

Yeah it's a cool game. Really tough though.

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Posted 13 August 2008 - 02:07 AM

I'll probly get it during the holidays, cause it seems like they always drop the price for Madden around then.

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Posted 13 August 2008 - 02:25 AM

View Postphoenixsplash630, on Aug 13 2008, 12:27 AM, said:

For PS2.

not even worth it, I've played the PS2 version and I don't think they're even trying anymore and they're only putting it out on PS2 so the few stragglers who haven't upgraded to next gen yet will buy it

It's exactly the same game as 08 with a couple small features like controllable WR routes and avoidance stick. And a roster update of course. I'm glad I don't waste money on this series

Hell, I don't even have to, when I do wanna play, I can just go to ANY of my friends' houses because if you have ANY friends who own a gaming console chances are one of them buys Madden every year

(BTW, this is just my views on the PS2 version and NOT the next-gen versions so don't go bitching at me about it.)

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Posted 13 August 2008 - 09:10 AM

Well, I have no choice really. All I have is PS2. Hopefully it is still worth it though.

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Posted 13 August 2008 - 10:13 AM

08 was the worst madden game ive played. I'm glad people say 09 is bette

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Posted 13 August 2008 - 06:40 PM

View PostJon., on Aug 13 2008, 03:12 AM, said:

Yeah it's a cool game. Really tough though.

I know. You're ****ed on all difficulties if the computer runs a slant. It's almost always a completion. I guess they want you to control the CB and actually cover the receiver, which as hard as hell.

Edited by Ollie The Magic Bum, 13 August 2008 - 06:40 PM.


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Posted 13 August 2008 - 06:45 PM

Well, I picked up my copy. Sadly, I can't play it for a week or so, since my thumb is still broken. But, looking through the manual, I didn't see anything to new and exciting. Although it sounds as if gameplay is much better.

But, what is that new EA Sports Family Play? Sounds like a bad mode to me. With the one button things, which eliminates a lot of action.

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Posted 13 August 2008 - 06:49 PM

Family Play is 100% useless.

"Simplified one-button controls for inexperienced Madden players. This option is able to be selected in most game modes. In two player games, one or both players can select this option making it easy for an inexperienced player to compete with advanced players."

Wow. Just play on Rookie if you're a new player FFS

#12 Ollie The Magic Bum

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Posted 13 August 2008 - 06:53 PM

PS2 version isn't looking good? Upgrade to a PS3 or 360, Phoenix! :P

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Posted 13 August 2008 - 06:56 PM

i also only own a ps2. but nothing gets worse than when i used to get madden games for ps1. ive played demos on the 360 and ps3 and i hate the rewind feature. i think its cheap.

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Posted 13 August 2008 - 06:57 PM

You can turn it off.... or just don't use it.

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Posted 13 August 2008 - 06:59 PM

Family play can be enbaled in any mode? I agree, just play on rookie. It seems utterly pointless to me. At least on rookie you can still make all the plays and what not. One button passing is such a horrible idea really.

Yeah, I really may have to upgrade to PS3 soon. PS2 isn't getting any love :( But, being I only get like six or so games a year. Those being SVR, Madden, NBA Live, MLB, and in this year TNA. Plus a bonus game that seems to catch my eye at times. I am still able to use PS2, since these come out. At least I think NBA Live and MLB are coming out on PS2. If not, yeah I think I'll upgrade.

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Posted 13 August 2008 - 06:59 PM

Forget Live man, get 2K.

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Posted 13 August 2008 - 07:03 PM

I've always been for Live over 2K. Like that with all. I got Madden over 2K. MLB The Show's over 2K. I just wasn't a fan really. I did skip out on NBA Live last year, since I hear it wasn't very good. I may rent 2K's this year, to compare it with Live actually. One of the problems with Live, is that it gets boring pretty quick. Since, there aren't too many modes, and games are pretty much the same.

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Posted 13 August 2008 - 07:52 PM

2K8 is vastly superior to Live this year (and damn near every year lately). There's a bit of a learning curve, but when you get the hang of it, you won't want to go back.

Just wondering, did you ever play ESPN NFL 2K5?

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Posted 13 August 2008 - 08:02 PM

Hmm. I will try to be able to rent them first before buying one in this case.

I did not actually. Isn't that the one that had Steve-O as an unlockable character though?

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Posted 13 August 2008 - 08:07 PM

Yes and no. He has a team that can be unlocked if you beat it. Carmen Electra and David Arquette are in there too. There's a couple more I can't remember, but it's not an especially important piece of the game.

I HIGHLY, HIGHLY, HIGHLY recommend picking up NFL 2K5. It was a complete steal when it came out for 20 bucks. You can probably pick it up for less than 5 now. Trust me, you won't be disappointed there either. Personally, I think EA was threatened by the success that 2K5 had and jumped at the chance to get exclusive NFL rights. It's still being updated with current rosters. (If you have a save device, that is)

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Posted 13 August 2008 - 08:12 PM

I remember him saying he was playable in an interview.

I will try to track down a copy if I can. Or at least a rental. It does sound rather impressive now. I don't have a saves device actually. I could just update rosters manually. At least for important changes.

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Posted 13 August 2008 - 08:15 PM

He might be the quarterback?

I kinda doubt you'd be able to rent it anymore. Like I said, you can get it for under $5.00 at GameStop or something like that. I saw it for $0.99 at one here.

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Posted 13 August 2008 - 08:18 PM

Whoa, that is cheap. You'd be surprised what places have for rentals. They still have Nintendo 64 games for rental even.

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Posted 13 August 2008 - 09:12 PM

View Postphoenixsplash630, on Aug 13 2008, 09:18 PM, said:

Whoa, that is cheap. You'd be surprised what places have for rentals. They still have Nintendo 64 games for rental even.

man I wish I lived near somewhere that still did that, I remember when my Gamestop still sold N64 and PS1 games.

shit, I remember when they were called Funcoland, NOW THOSE WERE THE DAYS.

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Posted 13 August 2008 - 09:56 PM

God I hate the covering system on here. It's IMPOSSIBLE to cover any sort of slant out deep. Like the CB/safety doesn't

1. Sprint for the ball when he should. Instead of eating the receiver's dust.
2. Position his body right.