Usually, things materialize so quickly that good QBs will already have the ball out of their hands before you’re able to go through your commands.
I’m referring to wide receivers and running backs routinely coughing the ball up. We’re not even talking about abusing the usage of a mobile quarterback. I shouldn’t have to switch settings to conservative ball carrying just to get NFL players to take better care of the rock–and that’s especially after they’ve fumbled multiple times. Fumbles are still far too overpowered.However, EA has found a pretty good balance and these abilities now enhance the overall experience while serving to separate the best players from the rest. I admit, I was one of them early on when they were initially introduced last year. Some people hate the X-Factor and Superstar abilities.However, the idea of creating a mini-game of sorts between the pass rusher and the offensive lineman assigned to block him is great. The defensive line stick is excellent in concept, but there is a downside that I’ll discuss a bit more below.They’re no longer able to cover as much ground. Linebacker play has been appropriately nerfed.The animations are surprising slick in most instances. The fact that only some players can do certain moves adds some needed individuality. The new runner archetypes are arguably the best locomotion-related addition to the game.On defense, the increased number of passes that get off against the rush offers more opportunities for picks, deflections, etc. I’d become so accustomed to those tired animations where my QB would take a sack even though it felt as though he should’ve gotten the pass off. This addition has opened up a whole set of new situations that weren’t possible before. It is an absolute game-changer for both sides of the ball. The passing out of contact and sacks is a major win.The animations are stronger, and there aren’t as many instances where the engine seems to be at a loss for a suitable visual result based on the on-field circumstances. Gameplay is smoother in almost every aspect.I understand that, but it doesn’t mean I agree with the direction–at least not in every instance. I know EA has pushed things a bit more toward an arcade experience, but at this point, there goal is to walk a fine line that will likely frustrate the hardcore audience, while exciting a more choice demographic. Perhaps the most annoying thing about this year's NFL sim is that it does do some things well and offer some fun, but it's all let down by a stunning lack of innovation or progress.I can hear all the hardcore guys and girls saying, “simulation gameplay in Madden?” Don’t get me wrong. That's Madden 21 in a nutshell, and yet.what's that coming over the hill? Is it.yes! It's a positive or two (or four).
The fact is though - EA are happy to take everyone's money, laugh all the way to the bank and offer the opportunity to spend even more money as some sort of sick "reward". Honestly owning up to that is troubling for gamers who just want to be entertained. It's always depressing when you want to like something so bad but know you're being taken for a ride. The game is another of those cursed annual updates, but it doesn't even have the decency to boast a banner gameplay feature like last year's title did (Superstar X-Factors). A quick glance at the disparity between 'Ups' and 'Downs' in this article's title reveals that Madden 21 isn't a revolutionary entry into the long-running series.
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