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    NCAA 11 - Full Effect

    We are mere hours away from the greatest month in gaming for an ncaa football fan! It's July y'all . While it's come so fast, it sure did take a long time to get here huh? I mean OMG already!

    Wow, looking back at last years game to this, even compared to a mistake ridden demo, it's just not the same game, not even remotely. And it's easy to see while we're lining up the 8 demo teams on the field to get a feel for what is a totally new, fresh experience. Sometimes it's easy to get caught up in the moment and see what's right in front of our faces, and right on our front doorstep (for some of us Christmas is already here , jerks) haha. But let's take a step back from the immediate bright lights and glitz of NCAA 11 in it's current state.

    Since the very first screenshot, the NEW NCAA has had a totally different vibe. A new take, a fresh sound, a sweet taste and a clean look. From day 1 most of us were singing smoother melodies in our disgruntled EA songs. Clemson was the pic, and a lot of us questioned: Is that a real football game? Is that photoshop? Is that momentum?

    Quite honestly we have never had to ask those questions about any first screenshot of any football game this generation. After a couple weeks of debating and picking apart the picture to find every hidden detail we got the first blog, then 5 days later, got the "new gameplan" blog from new executive producer Roy Harvey, outlining what has truly become the mantra for the experience we are 14 days from sharing in. We learned about the 'real' fan experience, and the new engine of locomotion that will change the way the game is played. And ever since then it has been a complete barrage of great news in every aspect of the game.

    We have had many debates on features and items missing from this game in the past few weeks. People upset about what hasn't been accomplished, and what is yet to make it's way to this gen from last. People that are mad at what Ncaa 11 is not. But I hope everyone goes back into this http://www.thegamingtailgate.com/for...mation-Central as I am doing to get the full effect of what NCAA 11 is. I see roughly 45 bullet point features (many of which have multiple additions), 19 blogs and official ncaa site news, 11 media articles, and 12 videos. As I am reading through from the beginning I am realizing that this game is a terrific and brilliant effort by the EA staff, and is nothing short of the most innovative football game in at least 7 years, and a generation gap of consoles. Going into the news, I thought if we'd have got half of that, I might enjoy the new game, but EA far and away exceeded mine and probably 90% of everyone's expectations throughout the spring and summer. I know we are all excited beyond words for what is about to be in our hands, but there is one word that will describe the full effect of NCAA 11: "WOW!" Let it sink in.
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    Just wait. Once you start seeing things on Friday the 9th, it will be the longest weekend in the world unless you can get the game early that weekend.

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    OUCH JB that hurts.

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    Quote Originally Posted by JBHuskers View Post
    Just wait. Once you start seeing things on Friday the 9th, it will be the longest weekend in the world unless you can get the game early that weekend.
    Dude, its been a long 3 months.

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    Quote Originally Posted by JBHuskers View Post
    Just wait. Once you start seeing things on Friday the 9th, it will be the longest weekend in the world unless you can get the game early that weekend.
    Can't. So...yep.

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    Hmm... maybe I will drive around looking for the game then...

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    Great write up, its gonna be hard holding out until the 13th, especially once the 9th rolls around and people start talking about it. On a side note, there's a lot of members here that have "huskers" in their name.:rolleyes:

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    Quote Originally Posted by Kingpin32 View Post
    Great write up, its gonna be hard holding out until the 13th, especially once the 9th rolls around and people start talking about it. On a side note, there's a lot of members here that have "huskers" in their name.:rolleyes:
    LOL, well, after next year it won't bother you so much I'd imagine. And thanks. I really am amazed at what was done as I continue to roll through the articles from the beginning. In the past there's been a clear cut winning feature, and a clear cut loser. But this year I don't think there's one of either. They're all at least relatively, if not extremely important, and there isn't one that stands behind on the list. At least on my list.

    On a side note, I just went in and searched for some leagues in dynasty wire and found a couple. Wow, that is going to be a lot of fun. It was really the topper to the cake this season. Just another example of the full effect.

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    Oh and I'm also glad I have a brand new home to write an article like this up haha. My old home is not very receptive of positive vibes, even when they are deserved, as this clearly is. So thank you CDJ, JB, "G" and the rest of you new TGTers for making this whole experience 1000xs better! It has been a joyous and relatively argument free ride with you guys. The maturity of the site is really fun to be around.

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    Quote Originally Posted by JBHuskers View Post
    Just wait. Once you start seeing things on Friday the 9th, it will be the longest weekend in the world unless you can get the game early that weekend.
    Just had to stick the thumb into the wound and twist it, didn't you?

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    Quote Originally Posted by Jayrah View Post
    Oh and I'm also glad I have a brand new home to write an article like this up haha. My old home is not very receptive of positive vibes, even when they are deserved, as this clearly is. So thank you CDJ, JB, "G" and the rest of you new TGTers for making this whole experience 1000xs better! It has been a joyous and relatively argument free ride with you guys. The maturity of the site is really fun to be around.

    Agreed.

    Also, I mentioned to Chris a few weeks ago that I went back and looked over "The List" again and was amazed at everything that's been added for 11. It's easy to forget a few (the QB tragectory while being hit comes to mind) with all the announcements we've gotten. Good read and all too true, Jayrah.

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    Quote Originally Posted by JBHuskers View Post
    Just wait. Once you start seeing things on Friday the 9th, it will be the longest weekend in the world unless you can get the game early that weekend.
    There is a special level of hell for people like you!

    Come to think of it, maybe I'm already there and that's why I have to listen to things like your teases.

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    Quote Originally Posted by Jayrah View Post
    Oh and I'm also glad I have a brand new home to write an article like this up haha. My old home is not very receptive of positive vibes, even when they are deserved, as this clearly is. So thank you CDJ, JB, "G" and the rest of you new TGTers for making this whole experience 1000xs better! It has been a joyous and relatively argument free ride with you guys. The maturity of the site is really fun to be around.
    Absolutely man! Between this and where I was already on TF, my NCAA experience has went from great to the best ever.

    Being able to actually have a discussion about something without 30 people complaining about something when they haven't even played '10 for more than a few weeks (or at all) just blows me away. I don't know how to act not having to wade through all the BS.

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    This site is top notch and I've stated as much. Something that I hope we can keep going and continue to improve on as well as a community.

    I say ignore the haters and they will leave.

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    Damnit JB! That's is just not right. I want ot hold of getting it early, but damn! I'm getting the itch.

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    Quote Originally Posted by psusnoop View Post
    This site is top notch and I've stated as much. Something that I hope we can keep going and continue to improve on as well as a community.

    I say ignore the haters and they will leave.
    +1.

    Especially for those of us that would rather play and learn about football and how the game does/doesn't do it well to make the game better now and in the future, instead of just bitching about it. There are some guys here that know their football, so looking forward to seeing that learning and sharing compared to 'other' sites.

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    Quote Originally Posted by Jayrah View Post
    Oh and I'm also glad I have a brand new home to write an article like this up haha. My old home is not very receptive of positive vibes, even when they are deserved, as this clearly is. So thank you CDJ, JB, "G" and the rest of you new TGTers for making this whole experience 1000xs better! It has been a joyous and relatively argument free ride with you guys. The maturity of the site is really fun to be around.
    hmmm.... ncaastrategies?

    "The List" is amazing, and EA has blown my expectations with all the new additions. I enjoy reading your input on the game because you know your information and are a true NCAA gamer.

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    Quote Originally Posted by Thurgoodz View Post
    hmmm.... ncaastrategies?
    Gasp: That name is like Voldomort around here. We just don't speak it. But yes.

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    Quote Originally Posted by AustinWolv View Post
    +1.

    Especially for those of us that would rather play and learn about football and how the game does/doesn't do it well to make the game better now and in the future, instead of just bitching about it. There are some guys here that know their football, so looking forward to seeing that learning and sharing compared to 'other' sites.
    +1

    Could not agree with this more. Since finding this site I have not gone to any other one for my NCAA knowledge.

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    To be honest there isn't another site out there for me either. I enjoy everything that these guys do. I'm hoping that with such a reputable site we can generate some interest from Russ, Ben and crew (Adam Thompson is around) to feel free at any point to chime in and share what they can and help with any questions that might arise.

    I really appreciate the site and information that comes from this site. Big props!

    Also I'm not sure why Paypal feels the need to hold me darn money so long. Just release it already so I can pay my dues to a great site.

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