Madden NFL 2011

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Madden NFL 2011 comes out August 10th. It is expected to be an amazing game. They are saying that alot of the issues that have been plaguing players since Madden 05 have been fixed. Here is a few of the big changes in 2011.

• Pre-owned Game/New Game - You will have to shell out an extra $10 for an "Online Pass" from EA to play a used copy of the game online. EA announced this change to all of their games lineup earlier this year. Madden NFL 2011 is one of the 1st to do so. So buying new may be your best bet at least for the 1st few months if you plan on playing online.
• From 350 Plays Down to 1 – Introducing GameFlow, an all-new playcalling system that automatically selects the best play for your team based on situational, authentic NFL game plans. Listen as your coach calls in the play from the sidelines based on your favorite team’s real-life tendencies, or add a new level of strategy by creating and customizing your own offensive and defensive game plans.
• Full Games in Half the Time – With an all-new playcall system, spend less time in the huddle and more time on the field. Experience all of the drama and excitement of a full game in as little as 30 minutes.
• Less Buttons, More Moves– Enjoy success using only the two control sticks. Run through holes, break tackles, and explode in the open field thanks to the intuitive and responsive Dual Stick Control. All-new locomotion provides true acceleration and deceleration, as well as natural planting and cutting, making Madden NFL 11 the most authentic looking and feeling football game to-date.
• See It. Hear It. Feel It. – Experience a new level of excitement with completely revamped audio presentation from the booth to the field. Gus Johnson, one of the most electrifying commentators in sports injects his energy into the play-by-play call, while Cris Collinsworth provides his Emmy winning analysis. Authentic team specific chants and stadium music bring game day to your living room like never before. (BTW, make me gag I hate Cris Collinsworth)
• Online Team Play – Madden NFL 11 becomes a true team sport in an all-new cooperative mode. Play 3-on-3 online with, or against, up to five friends, with each team member controlling a squad of skill players: QB, RBs, and WR/TEs on offense, and D-line, LBs, and D-backs on defense.
• Online Scouting – Study your opponents like an NFL coach. Gain an edge on your online competition by scouting their play tendencies throughout the course of the game, both on offense and defense.
• Build the Ultimate Team – Madden NFL Ultimate Team combines the best aspects of Madden NFL 11 gameplay, card collecting, and fantasy football – all into one unique mode. Earn, purchase, and participate in user auctions to collect player cards, all while managing your fantasy roster. Compete in matches online and see where you rank amongst your friends. Madden NFL Ultimate Team has something for every fan of the NFL.

Check out the video below for game play.

More Madden NFL 11 Videos

I am impressed by the reviews and the changes. It sounds like Online play may be getting a big boost this year. The player switching sounds like it has gotten much better too. I can't wait to see what it looks like in person.


BTW, If you pre-order through Gamestop you will receive a one-time use code to download the GameStop Boost Pack: 20,000 Madden NFL Coins (Valid online and in stores). Get $10 off a future order when you preorder Madden NFL 11. The $10 coupon code will be emailed within 2 business days of when your order ships.(Online Offer only. Not valid in stores or for in-store pick up customers.)

Cheers!



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