Sooo, I've already gotten Madden 2007 - The Orange Mane

Rulon Velvet Jones · 08-20-2006, 04:25 PM

Don't ask, but it's already available on teh Ineterweb if you know where to look and have the right tools. Anyway, some early impressions from the Xbox version...

It's not THAT different from 2006. There are still players whose pictures aren't in the game. And why is Michael Myers still in a Browns uniform in his? Broncos' WR depth chart not that deep. No Mike Bell. I'm not even sure where to find him if he's a free agent. But it's possible to get a 2nd from the Ravens for Lelie. Scheffler is solid.

The lead blocking thing is just ok. Nothing drastic and actually not even necessary to be successful. They've incorporated some of the NCAA "hit stick" moves for the backs in 07. It can be a little more difficult to bring down some of the backs once they've picked up a head of steam, though.

WRs make some amazing catches. You've got to be a little better on the QB/WR timing this year, it seems.

There's a wacky addition called "NFL Network" where Sterling Sharpe tries to walk you through some NFL playbooks. Meh.

I've only played the first preseason game against the Lions (W21-17) and overall I'm not that impressed. The roster updates aren't even all there. I'm hoping EA has an update to these before the season starts. It's a fun game for what it is, but I would be hardpressed to drop another $50. You know, if I actually had to pay for it and stuff...

Killericon · 08-20-2006, 04:30 PM

I NEED MY MADDEN FIX!

Tuesday can't come fast enough.

Rulon Velvet Jones · 08-20-2006, 04:32 PM

Play 2006, it's practically the same thing.

Killericon · 08-20-2006, 04:33 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Rulon Velvet Jones

Play 2006, it's practically the same thing.

I've heard otherwise from others...

How are the "Madden profiles"?

Vegas_Bronco · 08-20-2006, 04:41 PM

How is the music? More classic stuff or is there some new stuff in there, you know, Boston and Slayer and stuff for those KC fans?

Rulon Velvet Jones · 08-20-2006, 04:45 PM

I'm not really liking the new music, but I'm sure it will grow and grate on me like in previous years. If you choose the Chiefs as your favorite team, Winger's Greatest Hits plays through the menus. But I hear there's a code to get Mr. Big to play instead. Try the Contra Code.

WayOutWest · 08-20-2006, 05:05 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Rulon Velvet Jones

Don't ask, but it's already available on teh Ineterweb if you know where to look and have the right tools. Anyway, some early impressions from the Xbox version...

It's not THAT different from 2006. There are still players whose pictures aren't in the game. And why is Michael Myers still in a Browns uniform in his? Broncos' WR depth chart not that deep. No Mike Bell. I'm not even sure where to find him if he's a free agent. But it's possible to get a 2nd from the Ravens for Lelie. Scheffler is solid.

The lead blocking thing is just ok. Nothing drastic and actually not even necessary to be successful. They've incorporated some of the NCAA "hit stick" moves for the backs in 07. It can be a little more difficult to bring down some of the backs once they've picked up a head of steam, though.

WRs make some amazing catches. You've got to be a little better on the QB/WR timing this year, it seems.

There's a wacky addition called "NFL Network" where Sterling Sharpe tries to walk you through some NFL playbooks. Meh.

I've only played the first preseason game against the Lions (W21-17) and overall I'm not that impressed. The roster updates aren't even all there. I'm hoping EA has an update to these before the season starts. It's a fun game for what it is, but I would be hardpressed to drop another $50. You know, if I actually had to pay for it and stuff...

EA usually drops about 4 or 5 roster updates throughtout the season.

They'll have the official 53 man 32 team roster out probably Wednesday or Thursday after week 1. That is always a staple-so that's when you'll see Mike Bell, and everybody else not now included:

http://sports.ign.com/madden07/broncos.html

Broncoman13 · 08-20-2006, 05:12 PM

I didn't buy 06... did they have the mini-camps on all that as well. Talking about the 40 yard dash and Bench Press and all those mini-games.

DomCasual · 08-20-2006, 05:29 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Vegas_Bronco

How is the music? More classic stuff or is there some new stuff in there, you know, Boston and Slayer and stuff for those KC fans?

Dude, I like Boston!

azbroncfan · 08-20-2006, 06:09 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by DomCasual

Dude, I like Boston!

you can pick KC as your favorite team then.

Bob's your Information Minister · 08-20-2006, 06:58 PM

Still waiting for the PC version.

As soon as I have it, someone here better be game! I want to kick some Donk ass!

Northman · 08-20-2006, 07:02 PM

I replace all that garbage music on the game with real music. Game ON!

(Jae) · 08-20-2006, 07:21 PM

Have you tried the Super Star mode?
How is it?

ward63 · 08-20-2006, 08:48 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Anubis

I replace all that garbage music on the game with real music. Game ON!

You can do that?

Man-Goblin · 08-20-2006, 08:50 PM

Can't wait for the 360 version. If it's as good as NCAA I will be very, very happy. Amazing game, amazing animations, a smart computer that adjusts, everything. Just gotta finish up my 4th season by Tuesday.

AboveAverage · 08-20-2006, 08:58 PM

I have a buddy that works at EB where I live, and got me my copy Friday night for the 360. There is no comparison to last year's version. I could play the mini-games all night long.

Some things I really enjoy....

- Every play against a friend and they hit the button on offense to look at their recievers really quick, which in turn zooms out the camera making you think they snapped the ball? The CPU does that on hard counts now.

- As a D-Lineman, you can predict the snap count by pressing Y to try to get a quick jump against the O-Lineman. If you do it too early though, you are obviously offsides.

- In the mini-games, bench press and 40 yard dash are nice additions. I love the lineman challenge as you block for your RB. Pressing back on the right joystick cut blocks, and frankly I can't quit doing it.

- No Mike Bell obviously, but all the lineups should be available for update as the season nears.

- The introductions are also new, announcing the player names of the teams stars as they run out onto the field.

That's all I can remember off the top of my head. I'll answer any questions, but for now I think I'm gonna go play.

i4jelway7 · 08-20-2006, 09:03 PM

b****es!!!

WayOutWest · 08-20-2006, 09:10 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by ward63

You can do that?

with the custom soundtracks on xbox, yes you can

ignitionnight · 08-20-2006, 09:19 PM

40% downloaded 7 hours remaining..... I want it now!~

Man-Goblin · 08-20-2006, 09:22 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by AboveAverage

I have a buddy that works at EB where I live, and got me my copy Friday night for the 360. There is no comparison to last year's version. I could play the mini-games all night long.

Some things I really enjoy....

- Every play against a friend and they hit the button on offense to look at their recievers really quick, which in turn zooms out the camera making you think they snapped the ball? The CPU does that on hard counts now.

- As a D-Lineman, you can predict the snap count by pressing Y to try to get a quick jump against the O-Lineman. If you do it too early though, you are obviously offsides.

- In the mini-games, bench press and 40 yard dash are nice additions. I love the lineman challenge as you block for your RB. Pressing back on the right joystick cut blocks, and frankly I can't quit doing it.

- No Mike Bell obviously, but all the lineups should be available for update as the season nears.

- The introductions are also new, announcing the player names of the teams stars as they run out onto the field.

That's all I can remember off the top of my head. I'll answer any questions, but for now I think I'm gonna go play.

Awesome man. I was hoping they would put the jump the snap count option in.

Looks like EA has put all their time into the next gen system versions, especially hearing that the first XBox version is very similar to last year's.

Hercules Rockefeller · 08-20-2006, 10:16 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Rulon Velvet Jones

Play 2006, it's practically the same thing.

Which is pretty much like '05, which is pretty much like '04, and so on.

I just saved everyone $50.

Bob's your Information Minister · 08-20-2006, 10:25 PM

I just found a torrent for the PC version. Downloading now!

fl_playa101 · 08-20-2006, 10:37 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Bob's your Information Minister

I just found a torrent for the PC version. Downloading now!

Link maybe?

TheManeMan · 08-21-2006, 02:09 AM

I've read that on the 360 there isnt any roster changes, so that means no roster updates...can anybody else confirm this?

GreatBronco16 · 08-21-2006, 02:40 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Bob's your Information Minister

I just found a torrent for the PC version. Downloading now!

And I bet you are downloading 2006. Not sure when the PC version comes out, but it is usually well after the console versions. I haven't looked though.

08-20-2006, 04:25 PM	#1
Rulon Velvet Jones You're not really here. Tight Butthole Join Date: Aug 2002 Location: Dallas, TX Posts: 6,597 Adopt-a-Bronco: Rent-A-DC	Sooo, I've already gotten Madden 2007 Don't ask, but it's already available on teh Ineterweb if you know where to look and have the right tools. Anyway, some early impressions from the Xbox version... It's not THAT different from 2006. There are still players whose pictures aren't in the game. And why is Michael Myers still in a Browns uniform in his? Broncos' WR depth chart not that deep. No Mike Bell. I'm not even sure where to find him if he's a free agent. But it's possible to get a 2nd from the Ravens for Lelie. Scheffler is solid. The lead blocking thing is just ok. Nothing drastic and actually not even necessary to be successful. They've incorporated some of the NCAA "hit stick" moves for the backs in 07. It can be a little more difficult to bring down some of the backs once they've picked up a head of steam, though. WRs make some amazing catches. You've got to be a little better on the QB/WR timing this year, it seems. There's a wacky addition called "NFL Network" where Sterling Sharpe tries to walk you through some NFL playbooks. Meh. I've only played the first preseason game against the Lions (W21-17) and overall I'm not that impressed. The roster updates aren't even all there. I'm hoping EA has an update to these before the season starts. It's a fun game for what it is, but I would be hardpressed to drop another $50. You know, if I actually had to pay for it and stuff...

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08-20-2006, 04:30 PM	#2
Killericon YES A DT!!!!!! Join Date: Dec 2005 Location: From Calgary, in Halifax for School Posts: 7,730 Adopt-a-Bronco: watermock	I NEED MY MADDEN FIX! Tuesday can't come fast enough.

08-20-2006, 04:32 PM	#3
Rulon Velvet Jones You're not really here. Tight Butthole Join Date: Aug 2002 Location: Dallas, TX Posts: 6,597 Adopt-a-Bronco: Rent-A-DC	Play 2006, it's practically the same thing.

08-20-2006, 04:41 PM	#5
Vegas_Bronco Ring of Famer Fear is a lack of preparation. Join Date: Apr 2004 Location: 63 Yards Out Posts: 4,028 Adopt-a-Bronco: 1 Elam 1	How is the music? More classic stuff or is there some new stuff in there, you know, Boston and Slayer and stuff for those KC fans?

08-20-2006, 04:45 PM	#6
Rulon Velvet Jones You're not really here. Tight Butthole Join Date: Aug 2002 Location: Dallas, TX Posts: 6,597 Adopt-a-Bronco: Rent-A-DC	I'm not really liking the new music, but I'm sure it will grow and grate on me like in previous years. If you choose the Chiefs as your favorite team, Winger's Greatest Hits plays through the menus. But I hear there's a code to get Mr. Big to play instead. Try the Contra Code.

08-20-2006, 05:12 PM	#8
Broncoman13 Broncoholic JT #80 Join Date: May 2001 Location: Colorado Posts: 16,961 Adopt-a-Bronco: Orange Julius	I didn't buy 06... did they have the mini-camps on all that as well. Talking about the 40 yard dash and Bench Press and all those mini-games.

08-20-2006, 06:58 PM	#11
Bob's your Information Minister Chiefs > Broncos Join Date: Apr 2004 Posts: 25,920 Adopt-a-Bronco: CHRIS KUPER!!!	Still waiting for the PC version. As soon as I have it, someone here better be game! I want to kick some Donk ass!

08-20-2006, 07:02 PM	#12
Northman The Enigma Prognosis Join Date: Aug 2003 Location: Maryland Posts: 17,925 Adopt-a-Bronco: Bryci	I replace all that garbage music on the game with real music. Game ON!

08-20-2006, 07:21 PM	#13
(Jae) Pro Bowler New to the Forum Join Date: Jul 2006 Posts: 625 Adopt-a-Bronco: None	Have you tried the Super Star mode? How is it?

08-20-2006, 08:50 PM	#15
Man-Goblin Giving You The Business Join Date: Aug 2005 Location: Huntersville, NC Posts: 5,588 Adopt-a-Bronco: Woodyard	Can't wait for the 360 version. If it's as good as NCAA I will be very, very happy. Amazing game, amazing animations, a smart computer that adjusts, everything. Just gotta finish up my 4th season by Tuesday.

08-20-2006, 08:58 PM	#16
AboveAverage Master Baiter Eh? Join Date: Dec 2002 Location: Topeka, KS Posts: 1,476	I have a buddy that works at EB where I live, and got me my copy Friday night for the 360. There is no comparison to last year's version. I could play the mini-games all night long. Some things I really enjoy.... - Every play against a friend and they hit the button on offense to look at their recievers really quick, which in turn zooms out the camera making you think they snapped the ball? The CPU does that on hard counts now. - As a D-Lineman, you can predict the snap count by pressing Y to try to get a quick jump against the O-Lineman. If you do it too early though, you are obviously offsides. - In the mini-games, bench press and 40 yard dash are nice additions. I love the lineman challenge as you block for your RB. Pressing back on the right joystick cut blocks, and frankly I can't quit doing it. - No Mike Bell obviously, but all the lineups should be available for update as the season nears. - The introductions are also new, announcing the player names of the teams stars as they run out onto the field. That's all I can remember off the top of my head. I'll answer any questions, but for now I think I'm gonna go play.

08-20-2006, 09:03 PM	#17
i4jelway7 Ring of Famer :notworthy Join Date: Apr 2005 Posts: 1,873	b****es!!!

08-20-2006, 09:19 PM	#19
ignitionnight Solid Starter Join Date: Feb 2006 Posts: 121 Adopt-a-Bronco: Micah Knorr	40% downloaded 7 hours remaining..... I want it now!~

08-20-2006, 10:25 PM	#22
Bob's your Information Minister Chiefs > Broncos Join Date: Apr 2004 Posts: 25,920 Adopt-a-Bronco: CHRIS KUPER!!!	I just found a torrent for the PC version. Downloading now!

08-21-2006, 02:09 AM	#24
TheManeMan Ring of Famer DPOY Join Date: Mar 2004 Location: Sherman Oaks, CA Posts: 5,659	I've read that on the 360 there isnt any roster changes, so that means no roster updates...can anybody else confirm this?