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    by Published on 05-18-2016 06:00 PM
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    It's not just ball-carriers getting improvements in Madden NFL 17 as the defensive AI (vs. run & pass) has been vastly improved along with the addition of gap control. Alignment, assignment, and technique all matter in the new run fits system.

    To help with alignment, the game has added a new defensive auto-flip feature. When ON, this will see the AI automatically flip the defense when the offense flips so that the defense aligns against the strength of the offensive formation. The entire defense, coverage, or front could flip depending on the defensive play call. Each play-type has it's own 'flip rules' to make this determination.

    While individual defensive gap assignments will be shown pre-snap, it doesn't mean that will be the gap assignment the entire play. Players will react to the action and update their gap throughout the play. The Play Recognition Rating is very important as the higher the rating, the faster the defender will break out of the new 'read & react' animation to fill their gap.

    New run-fit techniques help make defenders play their gap authentically. These techniques include: Force, Cutback, Fill, Jet, Crack-Replace and 2-Gap.

    Finally, the detailed blog concludes with information on improvements to blocking, namely zone blocking AI and new animations. Continue on to read the full blog with even deeper details and information from M17 designer and former NFL offensive lineman Clint Oldenburg. ...
    by Published on 05-18-2016 05:30 PM
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    Madden NFL 17 continues the recent trend of deepening the available controls and ball-carrier moves to give more user-depth and allow those with great stick skills to pull off more moves.

    Special moves are spread out in M17 based upon playing style and ratings, letting bigger backs perform more effectively at stiff arms and truck moves, while smaller backs are more proficient at spin moves and jukes. The animations will also play out at at different rates/success, meaning some will be very smooth/effective (Elite) and others not as smooth (Lumbering). Should a player be fatigued, they will be less effective at performing special moves regardless of ratings.

    As eluded to in the initial feature overview, ball carrier mechanics include standard moves, speed modifier, precision modifier, and utility moves (with some of those being steerable).

    New mechanics are also included to help provide user feedback. Recommended special-move prompts will tell the user the recommended move/button which they can press or ignore, should they choose. On lower difficulties, special move feedback text will let the user know if the timing in the fakeout window was early, perfect, or late.

    An under-rated addition is the projected path indicator which will show the current path/direction the ball-carrier is headed based on their stick-input. This is beneficial behind the line of scrimmage in making sure the user is hitting the intended hole and also beyond the line in seeing if they are heading wide of an oncoming defender.

    Ball-carrier special moves can be set to auto (CPU will execute moves), assist, or manual (user in control of all moves).

    Continue on to read the entire lengthy blog for further details on ball carrier special moves in Madden NFL 17 and then share your thoughts with the community. ...
    by Published on 05-12-2016 05:05 PM
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    With the reveal of Rob Gronkowski as the Madden NFL 17 cover athlete, EA SPORTS has also disclosed some early information on the game's feature set.

    Ball Carrier Controls: Depending on the player's attributes, players have a have tiered system of special moves that can be executed. Bigger backs are more effective at trucking defenders while smaller backs are more effective at jukes and spins. UI Prompts will indicate the moves available at that instance and on lower difficulties the moves will be automatically executed. The new Path Assist will help users see exactly what hole they are heading towards and also their current path downfield.

    New Defensive AI incorporates gap play, force defenders, and improved zone coverages. Defenders are more properly aware and following assignments than ever before, meaning the offense must be able to read defenses in order to be successful against top competition.

    Special Teams have long been considered automatic - if not downright boring - in Madden NFL (and NCAA Football before it), but a new Kick Meter (& kick options), ability to ice the kicker, trick plays, and a block kick mechanic will add a new dynamic to the third phase of the game that has long been missing.

    Lacking any additional details at this time, EA SPORTS is also touting a redesigned and deeper than ever Franchise Mode.

    Continue on to read the blog from EA SPORTS on the first features overview. ...
    by Published on 05-12-2016 05:00 PM
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    Announced on SportsCenter, Patriots TE Rob Gronkowski will be the Madden NFL 17 cover athlete. Gronk and Madden NFL 17 signage were featured throughout the entire broadcast and he also appeared on Jimmy Kimmel Live later in the evening to promote the game.

    The game is currently available on Amazon and is just $48 for Prime members.

    Continue on to see the first look at Madden NFL 17 which centers on the cover announcement. ...
    by Published on 05-12-2016 01:00 PM
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    The third content update - game update 1.06 - is now available for EA SPORTS UFC 2. The update adds in three new fighters: Cris Cyborg, Valentina Shevchenko, and Albert Tumenov.

    Also included in the update is a new Live Event Competition game mode. The online mode features 1-on-1 matches based on upcoming UFC events. All fighters will be balanced with the same ratings and move levels. Each user will be able to select five Fighter Perks for a unique style/approach. The users who reach the top tier of the leaderboard will qualify for a tournament to crown the best EA SPORTS UFC 2 player in the world.

    The game update also features several gameplay improvements. Continue on to read the blog entry with full details from EA SPORTS. ...
    by Published on 05-10-2016 04:23 PM
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    EA SPORTS has announced that they will be focusing on a mobile game for this fall and will be pushing the release of the console version of the next NBA Live game to Q1 of 2017. Continue on to read the letter from Executive Producer Sean O'Brien. ...
    by Published on 05-09-2016 02:00 PM
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    The Madden NFL 17 cover athlete will be revealed Thursday, May 12 during the 6 PM ET SportsCenter broadcast on ESPN. Presumably following this reveal, the first M17 gameplay trailer will also be released.

    Two of the most rumored (& likely) potential cover athletes center around Panthers QB Cam Newtown and Patriots TE Rob Gronkowski.

    Who do you want to see on the cover of Madden NFL 17? What are you hoping to see in the gameplay reveal? Share your thoughts with the community in the comments below. ...
    by Published on 04-26-2016 02:00 PM
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    Now available is a new way to play Madden Ultimate Team: MUT Salary Cap. Salary Cap sees users establish a 34-man roster from Player Items in their Item Binder. Each item will have a Cap Value listed on the front of the card and each roster must not exceed 1,000 point in Cap Total.

    While most active MUT users now eight months following release will have a loaded roster to aid in forming their roster, welcome and starter packs will include more Gold Players to help newcomers. Establishing a roster will be as important as on-field strategy. Users must decide if they will have a balanced roster or go star-heavy in spots knowing it will cost them in other areas/depth.

    Continue on to read additional details on MUT Salary Cap straight from producer Jake Stein. ...
    by Published on 04-26-2016 11:05 AM
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    Along with the NHL 17 cover vote, EA SPORTS has released a video detailing the developer's "vision" for this year's hockey title.

    Legacy and establish your own unique legacy is the top theme emanating from the video. Among the new features briefly discussed or revealed in the clip are franchise relocation and the World Cup of Hockey. During the video narration, NHL 17 is being called by EA SPORTS as their "biggest and most exciting hockey game to date."

    Continue on to see the NHL 17 'Vision' trailer, screenshots from the video, and then share your thoughts with the community. ...
    by Published on 04-26-2016 11:00 AM
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    The NHL 17 cover athlete is currently underway and will be determined by fan vote. Eight players will vie for the cover, each representing one of the eight teams competing in the World Cup of Hockey - one of the new features announced for NHL 17.

    The eight players include Connor McDavid (NYR), Jamie Benn (DAL), Aleksander Barkov (FLA), Victor Hedman (TB), Joe Pavelski (SJ), Anze Kopitar (LAK), Vladimir Tarasenko (STL), and Jakub Voracek (PHI).

    The winner will be announced June 22 at the 2016 NHL Awards in Las Vegas. Continue on to read the press release from EA SPORTS on the voting process.

    In the comments below, share with the community who you hope to see become the NHL 17 cover athlete. ...

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