R. Rich Posted July 18, 2005 Posted July 18, 2005 I just dont see many differences anymore. Graphics IMO are about the same, gameplay is similar, and IMO the screens are harder to read this year...to me the game has "hit the wall" on the PS2 level. 383766[/snapback] I think it's pretty good this year, actually. Sorry you didn't like it. This year's game is pretty damn good, and I do like the Race for the Hypeman feature they added on, plus I really like the way you can now recruit players DURING the season. Quote
Adam Posted July 18, 2005 Posted July 18, 2005 ESPN 05 was better than Madden 05, that's for sure. But, no way is ESPN 05 a better game than NCAA 05! The NCAA football games from EA are my absolute favorites. They just get better every year. I really wish EA didn't have exclusive deals w/ the NFL and NCAA for football games. I'd love to get another ESPN pro game. I have all of the Sega/ESPN games for Xbox, including the college football game they made. I'll still play those games, but it sure would be nice to be able to wait on a new version this year. 381755[/snapback] From what I understand- the designers of ESPN will be taking over as far as designing the EA Sports football games in 07 Quote
#1 Columbus Bills Fan Posted July 18, 2005 Posted July 18, 2005 I bought the game last week. I have played some games, but I am now in the middle of simulating a dynasty team. Do you guys have any tips to help win simulated games? I have toggled with the coaching options and it has seemed to help to have the opposite ( your team vs. the opponent)for agrresiveness. Quote
CBusBillsFan Posted July 18, 2005 Posted July 18, 2005 #1 Coulumbus Bills Fan, welcome to the board...I'm not going to lie, I find your name a slap in the face. Anyway, who are you sim-ing with? I just dont see many differences anymore. Graphics IMO are about the same, gameplay is similar, and IMO the screens are harder to read this year...to me the game has "hit the wall" on the PS2 level. IDK about PS2, but the game for Xbox has improved graphics. The stadiums are better than ever and night games look way better than before, I know they revamped the night graphics. Sure the in-game play hasn't changed much, except for the damn defensive controls , but the RFTH mode is really well done. Quote
Like A Mofo Posted July 19, 2005 Posted July 19, 2005 Well I have to say I have been playing more of the game today and Im warming up to it abit, noticing better things about the game here and there. So what team do you all use? Even though Im a PSU fan first, I like using the Florida Gators. Quote
CBusBillsFan Posted July 19, 2005 Posted July 19, 2005 This is the first year I have actually used the Bucks in the game. The combo of Holmes, Ginn, Pittman, and Smith/Zwick is great!!!! Plus, AJ Hawk is a beast on D. Georgia offered me a scholarship, so I am doing my RFTH with them. They arent bad either. I'm a HB and the option works great with the QB DJ Shockley. Quote
muggins Posted July 19, 2005 Posted July 19, 2005 From what I understand- the designers of ESPN will be taking over as far as designing the EA Sports football games in 07 384208[/snapback] I wish this was true, but it's not. The designers of espn are ea sports competitors, or were. They will be back with something, not sure of what. It's really sad...as someone who has been playing 2k games since 2k on the dreamcast, i have really lost interest in any kind of pro game because of this. I won't be buying madden this year or ever. NCAA 2006 is pretty cool, but theres still bugs in it from last year. Defensive players still go offsides and stand there when the offense runs no-huddle. The ground game is ok, but running up the middle almost always leads to your rb running into your own players and just running in place. I am tulsa right now.. they are a pretty decent dynasty team. Once i get the named rosters in the mail, i will be playing as central michigan, my alma mater. Xbox live is an option, but ive played a few games and it seems most people just use cheese plays. Quote
CBusBillsFan Posted July 19, 2005 Posted July 19, 2005 Xbox live is an option, but ive played a few games and it seems most people just use cheese plays. I know what you mean. Something that I see a lot is people will pick a team w/ a WR that has amazing speed (95 or above) and put them in a CB. Then they just run a CB blitz the entire game. Sure, it means someone is open, but when the corner is there as soon as you take your second step back it's hard to get a pass off. Quote
CajunBillsBacker Posted July 19, 2005 Author Posted July 19, 2005 I know what you mean. Something that I see a lot is people will pick a team w/ a WR that has amazing speed (95 or above) and put them in a CB. Then they just run a CB blitz the entire game. Sure, it means someone is open, but when the corner is there as soon as you take your second step back it's hard to get a pass off. 385377[/snapback] Yeah, I noticed that thats the main reason people are complaining, because people cheese online. Alot of complaints I read were direct snap the whole game to the RB, putting offensive players on defense and vice versa, throwing hail mary bombs all game. I mean if they want to bombs away, well then let's bomb away baby, but it doesn't make for a fun game. Last season I played this guy who was USC and he took Leinhart out and put his best CB at QB and just ran the ball all game. It's not fun playing anyone online unless you know the person. I had some great games online with my cousins and friends, but I refuse to play anyone I don't know, atleast not more than once. Quote
Like A Mofo Posted July 19, 2005 Posted July 19, 2005 Is HB Direct almost impossible to stop? I use it here and there with the Gators, and it seems to work very well. Quote
CBusBillsFan Posted July 20, 2005 Posted July 20, 2005 The best way to defend against the direct snap, or a Vince Young type QB who scrambles all the time is to play with one of your LBs and use him as a QB spy. If I'm not mistaken, there is a specific QB spy play in the nickel or dime package. If it's not there this year, then run a Cover 2 and use your MLB. That way, you are still defending the middle of the field and you can chase the QB RB pretty effectively. Of course, this is only my opinion so... Quote
Chilly Posted July 21, 2005 Posted July 21, 2005 The best way to defend against the direct snap, or a Vince Young type QB who scrambles all the time is to play with one of your LBs and use him as a QB spy. If I'm not mistaken, there is a specific QB spy play in the nickel or dime package. If it's not there this year, then run a Cover 2 and use your MLB. That way, you are still defending the middle of the field and you can chase the QB RB pretty effectively. Of course, this is only my opinion so... 386533[/snapback] Vince Young > you! Quote
CBusBillsFan Posted July 21, 2005 Posted July 21, 2005 Yes, Vince Young is indeed greater than myself. However, when it comes to AJ Hawk it's a little different. I know I keep talking about it, but this Texas home and home is going to be amazing. I think both games will be instant classics. Quote
Bear Posted July 21, 2005 Posted July 21, 2005 The best way to defend against the direct snap, or a Vince Young type QB who scrambles all the time is to play with one of your LBs and use him as a QB spy. If I'm not mistaken, there is a specific QB spy play in the nickel or dime package. If it's not there this year, then run a Cover 2 and use your MLB. That way, you are still defending the middle of the field and you can chase the QB RB pretty effectively. Of course, this is only my opinion so... 386533[/snapback] I've had the game a couple days now and I've noticed the Spy doesn't work very well this year. When you let the computer handle it, the LB still comes up to the line of scrimmage, taking him out of the play. When you do it yourself, the blocking seems to be incredible. I'll pull my LB back 10 yards and strafe until I see which direction the play is going, and then try to get to it. I have QB's running off 25 yard plays. When I'm playing a scrambling QB I have been running a Two DE Spy. Seems to work pretty well. As far as the game overall...I think it's better than last year, but there are bad things also. The running game seems to be the most obvious. I was on All-American running 250 yard games against top ranked teams. It's better on Heisman, but the then the passing game becomes ridiculously hard. I've been messing with the AI to try and find a sweet spot, but haven't gotten it yet. Oh well...NCAA is always just a filler until Madden comes out for me. Quote
JinVA Posted July 21, 2005 Posted July 21, 2005 Finaly picked up a copy today, also bought the live kit. Does anyone on here ever play live? Quote
pintonick96 Posted July 25, 2005 Posted July 25, 2005 I personally love the game and play it all the time. Quote
Clockwork Posted July 26, 2005 Posted July 26, 2005 Does anyone else download roster files to give the players names instead of numbers? There are dorks out there that name EVERY guy in the game, appropriatly, and put them on the net. It enhances that game for me to be able to play with Leinart and Reggie Bush, and know who they are. Quote
CajunBillsBacker Posted July 26, 2005 Author Posted July 26, 2005 Does anyone else download roster files to give the players names instead of numbers? There are dorks out there that name EVERY guy in the game, appropriatly, and put them on the net. It enhances that game for me to be able to play with Leinart and Reggie Bush, and know who they are. 390469[/snapback] I usually mail my memory card to DT Linder at ps2rosters.com. Should be getting mine back any day now. Quote
R. Rich Posted July 27, 2005 Posted July 27, 2005 I personally love the game and play it all the time. 389871[/snapback] To me, it's the best football game available. I'd take NCAA football any day over ESPN or Madden. Quote
Like A Mofo Posted July 29, 2005 Posted July 29, 2005 Need some tips.... what is the best way to defend the long pass in this game??? Its driving me nuts!!! Quote
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